Today was a bad day. The day began by being awakened by the barking of our 3-month-old Golden Retriever. Since I was about to leave town for a week to preach in a gospel meeting, I thought I would help a little and do the “chore” of giving her a bath. My wife and daughter were at a Ladies’ Retreat so when I left town, my son Matthew was home alone. I had driven about 15 miles from home when my son called and said that something was wrong with our dog. I could hear her struggling in the background, so I turned around as quickly as I could and sped home. When I reached the back yard, I saw her laying on her side. When I called out to her, she mustered the strength to raise her head, look at me, then she took her last breath. My son and I both did what we could in an attempt to revive her, but with no success.
If you don’t have a dog, you may be saying, “It was just a dog.” And I agree. I am thankful to God that it was “just a dog,” but it was a death nonetheless. As hard as it was to lose our precious puppy, it paled to the pain and heartbreak I felt when I saw the look of pain and desperation in the eyes of my son.
As I said, it’s been a hard day. But what today has done for me is it has reminded me of a time and place where the pain of death and loss will be no more. Next time you experience hurt and loss, lift your eyes to Heaven!
So sorry to hear of the death of your precious puppy. When you have a pet they become a part of your family. I’ll be praying for you son as well. It’s hard to witness the death of beloved pet.
Blessings,
Rita
My dog Bella, who was only six months old, got hit by a car and died Monday. 🙁 I am very sorry that your family had to go through this loss.
Thanks Rita, and Tammy you have my sympathy too. The loss of a pet is a difficult loss.