RIP Chloe

[babyblue]

Sorry I haven't been on for a long while and I'm not sure if anyone remembers me, but I had two dogs (Chloe- Great dane and Lucas- Malamute) and unfortunetly now only have one. My poor Chloe was hit by a car and had to be put to sleep on Monday, August 15th. This is what happened:

My friends brother eric was the only one home and I told him to make sure that my pups only go outside if he was watching them because they can get out through the fence if they wanted. I've never seen them even try when I was there but I wanted to keep them safe. Well he let them out some time early and just left them there without watching them. http://chazhound.com/forums/images/smilies/mad.gif He had no clue they where gone until I got home from work a good 4 or so hours later!! Well they where gone and I went crazy looking for them everywhere, in the park, up in the woods, where dogs hang out, at the amstaff girls house where I thought Lucas might go, but I couldn't find them. This lady called my house and said she found lucas and that I better hurry cause she thinks my other dog was hit by a car. I hoped it wasn't her the entire way as I went frantic trying to get there as fast as possible. Well it was her and after the initial shock of her laying there with those eyes pleading up to me I got her in the car and to the vets as fast as possible. Well it was useless the vet said she had brain damage and broken bones and it would be better for her to put her to sleep so I did and I hate myself for it. I know it was the best thing for her but you should've seen her eyes. You could tell she was in pain http://chazhound.com/forums/images/smilies/frown.gif

RIP Chloe

[Susie B]

I'm so very sorry you had to go through this. My heart goes out to you.

Susie

[Renee Premaza]

Dear Ashley,

Please accept my sincerest condolensces on the loss of your beloved Chloe. As soon as I saw the title of your post, my heart began to ache. I could not read the description of what happened because it hurts just to learn of the death of a dog.

Sorry I haven't been on for a long while and I'm not sure if anyone remembers me, but I had two dogs (Chloe- Great dane and Lucas- Malamute) and unfortunetly now only have one. My poor Chloe was hit by a car and had to be put to sleep on Monday, August 15th. This is what happened:

My friends brother eric was the only one home and I told him to make sure that my pups only go outside if he was watching them because they can get out through the fence if they wanted. I've never seen them even try when I was there but I wanted to keep them safe. Well he let them out some time early and just left them there without watching them. http://chazhound.com/forums/images/smilies/mad.gif He had no clue they where gone until I got home from work a good 4 or so hours later!! Well they where gone and I went crazy looking for them everywhere, in the park, up in the woods, where dogs hang out, at the amstaff girls house where I thought Lucas might go, but I couldn't find them. This lady called my house and said she found lucas and that I better hurry cause she thinks my other dog was hit by a car. I hoped it wasn't her the entire way as I went frantic trying to get there as fast as possible. Well it was her and after the initial shock of her laying there with those eyes pleading up to me I got her in the car and to the vets as fast as possible. Well it was useless the vet said she had brain damage and broken bones and it would be better for her to put her to sleep so I did and I hate myself for it. I know it was the best thing for her but you should've seen her eyes. You could tell she was in pain http://chazhound.com/forums/images/smilies/frown.gif

RIP Chloe

[Summer Magic]

Ashley I am so sorry for your loss. Your Chloe knew that you loved her and she depended on you to do what was right for her, and you did. Please accept my sincere sympathy.

[Stefie C]

Hi Ashley, Of course we remember you and if I remember right, Chloe was a rescue & you haven't had her very long. I am so sorry to hear about her passing. I can't imagine your pain. I hope you can take some comfort in knowing you made her last few months wonderful! Please accept my condolences.

[Grace Erick]

Hi Ashley,

I am so sorry for your loss and this tragedy. You obviously had to put your dog to sleep, so don't put the weight of what you had to do on your shoulders. Perhaps you can make an album if you have a few pictures and look at them if you start to think of those last moments. Remember the happy times, because all we can do is give our doggies a good life and let them go when it's their time, even though Chloe's time came too soon. I know those are easy words to say since it's not my dog but I'm somewhat speechless as I can't imagine your pain.

Bye, Grace

[TimberWolf]

This is so hard to read! My dogs had run off at one point. I was lucky, very lucky they both came back in one piece! Having one of my babies hurt like that was my worst nightmere. I'm SO sorry this has happened to you. Chloe knew you loved her. You did the best thing for her by taking away her pain like that. You made a very hard choice but just know that that was the right choice. Just know that now Chloe is running free where ever she pleases now and is in a happier place pain free. You are a good mommy. I hope Lucas is doing ok. I'm sure he misses her too.

[Sheryl]

I got a sick feeling in my stomach as soon as I saw the title of your post. I know that nothing I can do or say can take away the hurt right now. Please know that you are in my prayers, and that I am so sorry for the loss of your wonderful Chloe.

[babyblue]

Thank you everyone. Lucas is really missing her, but he has gotten a bit better now. I'm trying to keep him occupied as much as possible so he doesn't have time to mope around and get depressed.

Hi Ashley, Of course we remember you and if I remember right, Chloe was a rescue & you haven't had her very long. I am so sorry to hear about her passing. I can't imagine your pain. I hope you can take some comfort in knowing you made her last few months wonderful! Please accept my condolences.

Yeah your right. Chloe was a rescue and I didn't even have her with me for a year yet. I never thought she would be gone this soon. She was a real sweetheart and I loved her deeply even though I only had her for about 4 months.

Thanks again to everyone for your condolences.

[Beth Pladson]

I don't know what else to say other than I'm so sorry. I'm crying as I sit here typing this. I looked around just to see where my doggies were, as I have had nightmares about this very same situation. Again, I'm so sorry.

[Jill Ramsey]

Ashley,
I'm so sorry to hear about Chloe. You made the right decision. I know it's very hard. I had to do it 2 times within one year. Both of my dogs were older, I'd had a long time with them, but if you love a dog, the length of time doesn't matter.

[MutzzysMom]

Ashley,
I'm so sorry to hear about Chloe. You made the right decision. I know it's very hard. I had to do it 2 times within one year. Both of my dogs were older, I'd had a long time with them, but if you love a dog, the length of time doesn't matter.

Adshley i cant even tell yo how sorry i am I am crying her just thinking about it. I feel so terribly for you and lucas.Mutzzy got hit by a car last year but luckily she only suffered minor damage. This is truly heartbreaking to hear. I dont even know what to say except Im sorry and my prayers are with you. This hits so close to home for me....

[Melissa Brunoehler]

Ashley~

I am so sorry for the loss of your Chloe. Please take comfort in knowing that you rescued Chloe & you were wonderful to her. Lewie & Bella send you & Lucas sweet doggie kisses to help you through this difficult time.

[Alberta Hanko]

Ashley - I am so sorry to hear about Chloe. She was so lucky that you were there for her.

Alberta

[Andre Mendizabal]

Oh Ashley, of course we remember you and your pups!!!! When I read the title of your thread I immediately remember the beautiful black dane!!!! Well, I can't begin to tell you how sorry I am about hearing about Chloe's awful accident... our hearts go to you and your family... including Lucas, of course, and hope that you guys can get over that terrible loss soon... its hard, tough and sad, but there's no other way... you did what was best for Chloe under the circumstances, so don't hate yourself for it... those were thank you eyes.... thanking you for puting her out of her misery!!!
A huge hug from all of us...

[Mario Niepel]

Dear Ashley, I am so sorrry about the horrible death of your sweet Chloe. I remember well when you adopted her and posted photos of her first day at your home. Especially the one of Chloe lying on your bed in total bliss.

The time we spend with our pets is always too short. I hope you and Lucas can find some comfort by sharing each others company and the memory of the happy time Chloe had with you.

Mario

[Mickelle Weber]

Ashley,
I am so very sorry, Chloe was very lucky to have you and know that she was loved.
Our thoughts are with you.
Mickelle and Cleo

[Luciann]

Ashley

I am so very sorry for your lose and i know that nothing we say will make the pain go away but know that time will dull the pain and your memories will help you through.

I sincerely hope that your friend's brother realizes that he was completely irresponsible and is at least contrite about it. I am afraid that i would have gone home and given him a piece of my mind......

my thoughts are with you and we want you to know that we are here for you

[Renee]

Ashley-

I'm so sorry for your loss. Even though Chloe only spent a few months with you and Lucas, I'm sure it was the best time of her life....

[babyblue]

Thank you all for your condolences. Chloe is the first dog I've had that has died. Lucas was the first dog I've ever had, but Chloe was such a snuggler and we just had a connection I guess. It just hit me hard that she was gone. Lucas is getting better. He's doesn't mope around the house as much anymore and like I said before I'm trying to keep him busy and his mind off of things. The first few nights after the accident Lucas slept in Chloe's bed. I felt just horrible for him. I don't like seeing him so sad, but I know he is just grieving his lost friend and now I am trying to help him move on. I looked through the pics I had of Chloe and she did seem really happy in them. That does make me feel better to think I gave her a happy life while I had her :) .

Eric (friends brother who didn't watch them) said sorry and expected everything to be fine. I was really mad at him for the first few days, but after that I just stopped being mad at him and was more mad at myself for leaving them with him. I never thought this would happen, but I can't help but feel like I could have prevented this. Anyways, thanks again for the condolences and kind words! :)

[TimberWolf]

Please don't blame yourself. You did not know this would happen and you had the best intentions. You gave instructions to a friend and he didn't follow through. You are a good person for letting this go and not staying mad at Eric. I'm sure he feels bad about it and really didn't realise what could really happen if he did take his eyes off them. it was just an accident.

This has not happened to me yet. I did lose my first two dogs which were the family dogs but I was at college and my mother was there when it happened. I can't imagine the pain I'd feel if this happened to me with either of my current two dogs. You are a strong person.

[babyblue]

Please don't blame yourself. You did not know this would happen and you had the best intentions. You gave instructions to a friend and he didn't follow through. You are a good person for letting this go and not staying mad at Eric. I'm sure he feels bad about it and really didn't realise what could really happen if he did take his eyes off them. it was just an accident.

This has not happened to me yet. I did lose my first two dogs which were the family dogs but I was at college and my mother was there when it happened. I can't imagine the pain I'd feel if this happened to me with either of my current two dogs. You are a strong person.

Thank you. I'm trying not to blame myself, but I do have a tendency to do that a lot. I know Eric probably does feel bad about it and I know being mad at him wouldn't solve anything. It would probably just make things worse so there is no use in it. Same goes with the person who hit her. I know it was an accident and it wasn't their fault. I couldn't imagine how I'd feel if I accidently hit someone pet. So your right it was an accident. Eric and I both made a mistake I guess. I just wish the outcome had been different.

[Krysta Smith]

I'm so sorry this happened to you! I don't know what I'd do if anything happened to Lola. You did the best thing for Chloe. She's not in pain anymore and don't forget that she loved you very much!!!

[babyblue]

Thank you.