RIP Peggy (Tripod)

[JordanAng420]

Pegasus (A.K.A. Tripod, DSH, Calico) lost her battle to chronic renal failure & severe diabetes yesterday after 17 wonderful years. Peggy couldn't have asked for a more caring, wonderful family, as we have gone above and beyond the call of duty to make her comfortable for the last few years she has been sick. Being a veterinary technician and having to witness this every day, I prepared myself for her loss and figured that I would be okay considering I was "used to it." Boy, was I wrong. I lost it the second she took her last agonal breath. I think it was the first time I ever REALLY cried during a euthanasia. And of course at the sight of big-tough-old-Maia- cryin' my eyes out, my vet started crying. I even had a necklace made out of one of her DNA helix. The whole procedure was done with tons of compassion; they did a wonderful job. But I still miss my baby...I remember adopting her when I was in 3rd grade like it was yesterday.

 

[hybrid]

I'm so sorry for your loss! I lost one of mine the other day as well. They may be small animals but they are big in our hearts...

 

[JordanAng420]

Thank you, Matt. I'm sorry for your loss as well. They sure are big in our hearts.

 

[T&KBrouse]

Maia, I'm so sorry. You're in our thoughts and prayers.

 

[Kristi23]

I'm so sorry for your loss.

 

[Mel&Keith]

Ughh, putting a pet to rest forever is one of the most painful feelings in the world. It sounds like she and you were lucky to have gotten so many wonderful years together! Our thoughts are with you.

 

[Golden Gate Geckos]

Oooohhhh... I am so very sorry you had to make the decision to say goodbye to Peggy. I know what a horrible struggle it is to decide when 'enough is enough'. Please know that you made the most unselfish and loving act of compassion to end her suffering. All of us here truly love our animal companions like you do, and our hearts are heavy with your sorrow and grief. Thank you for sharing your pain with with us.

 

[fallen_angel]

I am so very sorry for your loss

 

[rubym]

I am sorry for your loss. Try and keep in mind all the wonderful years you and Peggy had together. The ones we love are never really gone when we carry their memories in our heart.

 

[malt_geckos]

Sorry for your loss. may Peggy's love be in your mind for years to come.

 

[LIZARDLOVER]

You gave him a good home and he lived for 17 years.You did a great job. Sorry to hear about it.

 

[THE WHISPERER]

Tripod was a lucky gecko to have an owner like you,sorry for your loss.

 

[JordanAng420]

Thank you so much everyone for your wishes. Reading all your responses reminds me that there are some wonderful, compassionate people in this world. Thanks for bringing a smile to my face.