midnight's gone...

[stacey5971]

midnight wasn't a doxie, but he was still very special. he belonged to my dad and i for 17 years. he's a lab mix and my dad just called from new york to tell me he is taking middy to the vet. i'm sure the news won't be good when he gets back. midnight is bleeding and can't move. i told dad not to let him suffer...when i go home in a few weeks, he won't be there...my heart is broken and my doxies are afraid to come near me because i'm crying. heck last summer mortimer even got the old geezer to play!! something he didn't do when he was young! they were in the backyard and midnight was chasing her...it was more of a slow trot, but he looked like he was smiling. morty even slowed down for him. just wanted to vent with people whi would understand. thanks.

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[dutchman]

Hi Stacey,

There isn't much we can say other than to let you know that we do understand what you are going through. That moment with Mortimer and Midnight playing last summer is a great memory to have. It was his seal of approval on your current companions. Feel free to tell other stories of your years with Midnight.

Our Condolences,

Tom and the boys

[Oscar's Mom]

I'm sorry about Midnight.
Take Care,
Debbie and Oscar

[Augie Dog]

Stacy,

We are sorry for your loss. But, what a great memory to have! My first Doxie, Willamena, never had the joy of having a playmate, even in her golden years. But I always remember her, even though she has been gone for 20, yes 20 years! Yes, I still miss her but, the memories live on and I have two of the best Doxies to still love. I have a pic of "Willa" on the fridge, and when I look into those deep brown eyes of my boys, I still see her.

We are sorry for your loss, but happy for your memories.

D S A & B

[stacey5971]

thanks for the replies. i am still crying. my dad said that he was in the room when they put him to sleep. he wagged his tail one last time and was gone. as for stories of midnight...i'll share them soon over in doxie tales. he was such a good boy. i grew up with him. mom and i got him whe i was 7 years old. he was the runt. mortimer kinda looks like a longer and shorter version of him. the doxies are cheering me up now.

[Lili's Mama]

Stacey, I'm so sorry for you and your Dad but like everyone has said, the good memories will help carry everyone through this. Pets are so special.

Dachsie Hugs ....Shirley and Lili

[pkmiddler]

It's been 2 years last December we lost Fudgie and my husband said today while we were at a dog show that Fudgie's birthday is Monday she would have been 14 and as you can tell by him saying that he still misses her.The missing is always there with the LOVE and she will be Daddy's girl FOREVER as Midnight will ALWAYS be the dog of your childhood.<IMG SRC="http://dachsie.org/ubb/cwmsmilies/cwm37.gif" border=0>

[Cheryl]

Our condolences to you and your dad over your loss.

Cheryl & Sassy

[Heather]

My thoughts and prayers will be for Midnight tonight.

Heather

[Wienergal]

So sorry to hear this news, Stacey. The dogs of our childhoods are the most painful to lose.

Pamela

[stacey5971]

thanks again everyone. the only thing that helps comfort me is the thought that he isn't suffering anymore. the weiners help, too. i appreciate the sympathy.

[Roxane]

You will learn, as I did, that the loss of any family dog will bring support and understanding from the members here.

May I add my note of sympathy for the loss of Midnight,
Roxane and crew

[pluto'slanie]

Condolences to you and your dad on the loss of midnight. Memories keep our loved ones alive always.

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Lanie, Pluto and Shana, AKA the little sister

[Timber]

Sorry to hear about your loss. Since a lab mix is probably big, living 17 years is a really long time and I would be very glad that you had hime for that long. <IMG SRC="http://dachsie.org/ubb/cwmsmilies/cwm37.gif" border=0>

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Tiffany
Life without a Dachshund is no life at all!

[Mark]

I am so sorry to hear of your loss.

Mark

[Dixiedoxiemom]

I relate to your loss. My doxie fur baby passed away in October. I miss him so much.
He would be 9 today so I am really feeling my loss deeply today.

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&lt;"();::::::::;~ Dixiedoxie

[chatty cathy]

Hi Stacey, I am so sorry for your loss and I'm sure everyone's prayers are with you. I have been owned by generations of dachsies for the last 23 years. It never gets any easier to lose one, they are all unique and special and very much loved. I have a piece by Beth Norman Harris, called a Dog's Prayer, I read often, when I need assurance on this.

A Dog's Prayer
by Beth Norman Harris

Treat me kindly, my beloved master
for no heart in all the world is more
grateful for kindness than the loving
heart of me.
Do not break my spirit with a stick,
for though I should lick your hand
between the blows, your patience
and understanding will more quickly
teach me the things you would have me to do.
Speak to me often, for your voice is
the world's sweetest music, as you
must know by the fierce wagging of
my tail when your footstep falls upon
my waiting ear.
When it is cold, and wet, please take
me inside, for I am now a domesticated
animal, no longer used to bitter elements.
And I ask no greater glory than the
privilege of sitting at your feet beside the hearth. Though had you no home, I
would rather follow you through ice and
snow than rest upon the softest pillow in
the warmest home in all the land, for you
are my god and I am your devoted
worshipper.
Keep my pan filled with fresh water, for I
cannot tell you when I suffer thrist. Feed
me clean food, that I may stay well, to romp
and play and do your bidding, to walk by
your side, and ready, willing, and able to
protect you with my life should your life be
in danger.
And, beloved master, should the great
Master see fit to deprive me of my health
or sight, do not turn me away from you.
Rather hold me gently in your arms as
skilled hands grant me the merciful boon
of eternal rest, and I will leave you knowing
with the last breath I drew, my fate was ever
safest in you hands.

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"Angels are just Dachshunds with wings"

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[stacey5971]

thanks for the prayer. it took me awhile to respond, but i do appreciate it. i cried when i read it. thanks.

[Jmom]

Stacy my thoughts and prayers are with you too. I know how terrible it is to lose your baby. Chatty Cathy is right, it never does get any easier, no matter how many times you go thru it. I hope it won't be long until there are more good memories than bad.

Chatty Cathy, what leads you to keep having more, when the pain of losing them is so bad? It's been 3 yrs 8 months since I lost my baby and I just now am even considering maybe getting another. It's been a nightmare of a few years though and I ask myself if I'm not making a big mistake in thinking of going thru this again one day. Even though I miss having a dog a lot, it sure hurts when you lose them...

[bigotis]

Stacy, I am so sorry for your loss. It is so difficult to go through. Yes, Midnight lived a long (and no doubt happy) life, yet that doesn't make things any easier. Just give yourself some time and cling to all the memories.

Thinking of you...

Otis's mommy,

Anita