Sad end to Part 1 of a wonderful trip (1 Viewer)

[Floydster]

So sorry to hear that Maggie has crossed Rainbow Bridge. RIP.

 

[Southdowners]

very sorry to hear your news

 

[Shazrick]

So sorry for your loss

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[simbadog]

That's very sad, looks like She had a nice life though!

 

[daveandsan]

So sorry to hear about Maggie, know what you must be feeling.
Just keep thinking of all the good times you have had together.

 

[Sandancers]

It's terrible when they go, but you can always remember the good times that you had with each other, sure you gave Maggie a wonderful life.

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[Anthea M]

Sad for you at this time but what wonderful memories of you lovely loyal companion Maggie you will always have .

 

[Cat53]

My sympathy on the loss of lovely, Maggie. Gone but never forgotten and she will be running free over the rainbow bridge, whilst you get on with your travels holding her in your hearts.

 

[Head Gardener]

So sorry to read this, Maggie looks like a gorgeous girl. Sounds like you gave her the most terrific life with you and I am sure she knew how much she was loved. Just as importantly, you had the courage to give her the greatest gift at the end - and that is no easy thing. She will have had no stress, no fear, no pain; unfortunately it is our job to feel those things and the price we pay for the years of joy our four-legged family give to us.

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[Kevinthecat]

Stay with the happy memories, love & wagging tails.
What a wonderful life she had. I'm sure if she could say one thing to you , she would say thank you.
RIP Maggie.

 

[TheBig1]

goodbye sweet Maggie, always remember you were loved very much

 

[Minxy]

Such sad news but I bet she had a lovely time with you knowing she was loved and cared for and no doubt gave you lots of love in return. It hurts like hell I know but it will get better, don't rush to get another dog too soon as you will need to bond with it and whilst you're mourning this can be difficult, just give yourself some time to come to terms with it all first then decide if another is the right thing for you.

One question if you don't mind me asking, what have you done with Maggie's remains? I ask because we have an elderly dog and may face the same thing ourselves when away (we usually bury ours in the back garden but obviously that wouldn't be an option) so it would be useful to know what the 'options' are abroad. We did have to have a pet rat put down once but she fitted inside a Pringles tube inside the freezer to bring back home, and another who we lost overnight whilst parked on Lindesfarne is buried in the dunes there.

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[eleanor rigby]

Thanks to everyone for your kind words, it is very much appreciated.

To Minxy Girl, we have had her cremated, we were offered to have her ashes but decided just to take her personal effects, some of her hair etc and take that home and bury in the garden, next to the 20 year old cat that we lost in January last.

I am sure some of our friends thought us mad taking a 15 year old Lab away with us, with no plans on return. We knew she wouldnt make it back to the UK at her age and we were prepared to adjust our plans around her. However I can say with hand on a very heavy heart that she thoroughly enjoyed at least 11 weeks of the 12 that she was away and we enjoyed her being with us. Prior to this trip, she had never been out of Devon or Cornwall but she never batted an eyelid throughout.

To anyone contemplating travelling with an older animal, from my experience, dont let it deter you.

Again thanks

 

[Hellski]

Heartbreaking, so very sad to lose a four legged companion and one I never find any easier to deal with.

My deepest sympathy at this very sad time

 

[gus-lopez]

Rest in peace Maggie.

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[mikeandmary]

I share your tears, a dog is a man's best friend.

 

[Mark and Mindy]

Owing pets is a joy both for them and us, my heart goes out to you

 

[Lisa]

It’s never easy making that decision, no matter what age they are....it’s the last thing we can do to show our love for them.
Run free Maggie x

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[Neckender]

So sorry to here of Maggie, we went through the same last year, remember the good times with her travelling with you.
RIP Maggie.

John.

 

[poki]

so sorry for your loss,thinking of you .. R.I.P. Maggie...

 

[Armytwowheels]

Sorry to read of your loss. What a wonderful life you gave her.

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[Puddleduck]

We need a sad emoji @Jim

 

[Rob and Val]

R.I.P. beautiful Maggie.

No matter how many years we get to share with our dogs, it’s never enough. Our thoughts are with you.

 

[Beemobile]

She will be waiting for you over the Rainbow Bridge.

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[Mrsambulancekidd]

So sad, bless little Maggie and you both....it is so hard.
We still shed a few tears for our furry family members who have passed, but we also talk about the many happy memories and smile as well.
Sometimes the gap in your life is just so huge that you compliment your lost friend by filling that gap.
You will do what is right for you when the time is right, just follow your hearts.

 

[bellabee]

So sorry to hear this, but you gave her a wonderful life.

 

[Momo]

Such sad news....RIP Maggie.

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[kip]

Our thoughts are with you at this sad time. RIP Maggie.

 

[Lazyboy]

We know exactly how you feel and it brings a lump to the throat just thinking about it. We lost Molly (pictured) in August after 14½ years. She was one of the main reasons we bought our first motorhome as my wife said she would never put her in kennels. She travelled many miles in the van with us including 39 continental trips. She brought so much joy to us and was truly the most faithful companion you could ever wish for. Just the mention of "The Van" had her ears pricked up. Deeply loved and sadly missed but it does slowly become easier with time.

 

[bobandjanie]

Sorry to read this, it's never easy as they are part of the family, in the past we have been at home and called the vet and buried them in the garden our last dog was 17 but things are very different when your travelling.
She had a wonderful life, and you have lots of happy memories.
Our thoughts are with you RIP Maggie.
Bob and Janie.

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