I so understand @Stacia . Its so tough to face places which hold such profound and recent memories, but I also believe that it helps to heal . Theres a place on the river where I released Millies ashes and flowers , it took me ages to face that place , I should have done it sooner , its a brave step that you have taken xxx
I went to the places that were special to us and got a lot of comfort remembering the fun we had but it takes time. I also when I was able scattered his ashes on a favourite walk a bit here a bit there all the places we loved to play. Douglas's walk has become a pilgrmage now and after all this time I smile at the memories. Give yourself time the bad bits fade but the good bits always stay
@Stacia so sorry to read your sad news. I don't have any advice just wanted to send my condolences. Xx
Oh goodness I am sorry Stacia Bones grieved terribly when Billy died. Like you, we had Billy put to sleep in our home, and Bones was fine as long as Billy's body was lying on his blanket overnight. But next day, when his body was picked up and taken to be cremated, Bones became very upset. He ran after the man who was taking Billy away, and barked at him... He needed lots of attention and cuddles, and after about 10 days he started to cheer up again.
So sorry for your loss. Lucan was in the same situation last year when he lost his lifetime pal Bracken, my Pointer. He didn't cope well at all, lost all his confidence and became very depressed, in fact his IBD and panic attacks started around that time. We tried the different routine, longer walks, spoiling, new toys, all with very limited success. In the end we caved in and bought Ash home 7 mths later....helped him a lot. I think most dogs do eventually adjust to being on their own, Lucan, however, is very much an odd ball who's happiest when another dog takes charge and bosses him around. Hope Rourke cheers up soon. x
