I know this doesn't belong here, but yesterday I had to put my baby down. She was 11 years old and dying of cancer. I couldn't watch her get worse & worse. It was the hardest thing I have ever done in my 83 years. I miss her so badly. Maybe some of you can help me handle this. Is's hard for me to even stay here. Thanks for any support you can give me.
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Very sorry about that Eddie.
Larry
Eddie,
Get over to the humane society first thing tomorrow and pick you out any older dog or cat that's been house broke.
They need a good home.
Very sorry to hear about Bingo...I know how it is having gone thru it myself.
I agree with 3rd rail, adopt a new pet and always remember you have friends here in the forum.
So very sorry to hear of your loss Eddie. From my own experience after having lost my best friend seeking out another pet was very helpful in the long run. It is never easy, but in time things do get better and having a new pal is very helpful.
Very sorry about Bingo Eddie!!!
Eddie,
Very sorry to learn of your loss. Pets bring us such joy, and when they leave us, its is heart breaking. She was so lucky to have someone like you to take care of her.
Dave
I'm sorry for your loss Eddie, I have had cats for 30 years and can never get used to that which is inevitable. 
Eddie so sorry to hear about your loss, most non pet owning people don`t understand the bond you can have with your dog, in most cases they are better than humans.
I'm convinced you will be meeting up with Bingo again I know I will with mine.
My thoughts are with you, Kind regards James
I can only add to what others have expressed….so sorry for your loss. My over a year and a half golden retriever has more energy that I ever had and it is hard to keep up with him, but I would be a basket case without him so I most definitely know how you feel. Take some time, grieve, and then consider what others have said. There is probably a match out there for you and a lonely pup.
Rick
I've loved and lost dogs my entire life too. It never gets easier, Eddie. After the pain leaves, all you're left with are the good memories.
Gilly
Sorry Eddie.
Bingo went with your love. I'm sure she left some of her's behind for you.
You know, Eddie, that I can well relate to what you are going through, having gone through it myself very recently. I'm still going through the sense of loss, much as you will in the coming weeks and even in the coming months. Sadly, there are no simple solutions because we are all individuals and we handle loss and grieving in individual ways. The best you can do at this point is to simply know--and truly come to believe--that you took the right course of action (you definitely did) and that Bingo is in a much better place now.
When I had my beloved pooch put to rest--my faithful companion of 14 years--my vet told me that there is a fine line between when it is too early and when it is too late. She told me that I was not too early and I was not too late. That simple thought has given me some comfort in understanding the decision I--and you--had to make.
Remember your times together--good and bad--and know that Bingo trusts you to move on and to savor the time we still have. Bingo is in your heart, and Bingo will be with you forever.
Will see you at York in a few short weeks. I have a feeling this York Meet, in particular, may do us both some good.
Eddie
I''d like to express my deepest sympathy on behalf of myself and our pack of
4 legged children for your grief in having to help Bingo pass over.
Know in your heart that he will be waiting for you, when it's your turn to join him.
Dave
Very sorry to hear. We put our lab down last month. He was a great dog for the past 12 years. Miss tripping over him every morning.
Hang in there. The good memories will make it easier each day
Sorry about your loss Eddie, Bingo must have been a great dog. Dogs and cats are wonderful companions and their loss is very painful but always remember the great times because they will last forever.
Eddie...
We know your pain. It's happened to us. They become so much a part of your life, your family, your daily routine. When their time comes, it's ALWAYS too soon.
The advice to seek another in need of your love and care is GOOD advice. I know many would say to wait, give it time, take time to grieve and remember. But, there are so many furry friends out there that are truly dying for your kind of love, care, and sharing of life, that Bingo would want you to extend yourself to another. I'm more than sure of this.
When MacKenzie, our Golden, died after 12 incredible years (the cancer took her from happy to gone in a week's time, it was so fast!) we were devastated. The day after, my wife went looking....and a month later we had Millie AND Daisy.
Yes, from time to time in the next few months a tear was shed again over MacKenzie as her habits and mannerisms were recalled...different from Millie's and Daisy's.
But, then, they each have a unique, wonderful personality that embeds in your heart....forever.
Bingo was a very lucky dog to have you to share life with.
Ken/Deb
BTW, Millie and Daisy will be with us at York next month (RV). You are more than welcome to come by, give them a hug, ...even cry a bit for which we'll probably join in with you.
Eddie: I know your pain. We have gone through this several times. Each time, we grieved for a while, but went out to get a new canine friend, and although our old friend was and is always in our mind, the new ones help to distract from the grief. I hope you can get through this, and wish you well. Hang in there, and if you have the desire, go out to the local pound and give some unwanted pet a second chance at love and life.
Sorry EDDIE for your loss. We lost our Black Lab 3 years ago and that was very sad day for us. But now we have a new younger dog that is a bundle of joy. She was a rescue dog and I think she rescued us. Anyway you always have your memories and you will meet up again. I truly believe this.
Thankyou everyone. I never had any bad times with her, only good times. I am going miss her so much. She went with us to York over 20 times. My grandson slept over last night. I just couldn't be alone.
My thoughts are with you too Eddie. Our Boston is 11 and he has certainly had his fair share of problems throughout his years. As my wife keeps telling me, think about all the joy and good times he has brought us. Also by us bringing companionship to a pet that may not have received it if you had not given it to them.
Sorry for your loss Eddie.
Most of on the Forum I would guess from past responses are dog lovers. Most of also know how difficult it is to lose your prized companion. Elizabeth and I are so sorry for your loss.
Very sorry Eddie.
Eddie,
I am sorry for your loss of Bingo.
Ralph
Too bad! Some of these critters with their personalities, their dependence, and trust,
leave a void. A friend of mine just had to do that with a Westie that had cancer, a
quirky dog with interesting habits, such as sleeping on its back with paws up in the
air...like family, you really hate to lose them.
Sorry to hear of your loss Eddie. I have been thru it many times also and time is coming around again for another of my pets. Jewel is 13 and I have her on medicine knowing that her time is short.
It NEVER gets any easier just because they all have their own personalities and special places in our lives and hearts.
Do what I did... get out the pictures and remember all the good times and fun you had together. And know that she had fun with you.
Rick
Sorry to hear of your loss Eddie. I have to agree on finding a new pet soon to help ease some of your pain.
Our family went through this about 2 years ago a couple of weeks before Christmas. My wife and daughters were really hit hard by the loss due to accident. Long story short we acquired a young dog through my wife's nephew on that Christmas Eve. And even though we still miss our previous dog, we are really blessed by the Lord that our new dog is everything that we could have ever wanted in a dog and she has become our 3rd daughter.
May the Lord be with you in this difficult time..
I am so sorry for you Eddie ......we lost one of our dogs back in November. But take heart....3rd Rail had some mighty sage advice. Over at the dog pound there MUST be a older housebroken dog that needs an owner. Dogs like good friends are irreplaceable, but accquireing new ones could be what you need.
At times it seems our remaining dog still "looks" around the house and/or backyard for our deceased dog Biggles. i vote Beagle!
Eddie,
Very sorry to hear about Bingo. I also know that feeling very well myself. Allan's comments are spot on. Time will help ease the pain.
So sorry, Eddie. I've had to do this in the past and it always hurts, but Bingo will live on in your heart and memories. My cats are now 17 and 14, and I dread the days when it will be their time to go.
Andy
Sorry for your loss Eddie but understand no life is permanent. I would simply say be comforted and happy with the joy, laughter and great memories that your pooch provided over her 11 years. While you dog has passed on, there are many other dogs sitting in shelters looking for a good home and looking to love a kind owner. If you can consider adopting a homeless pet. Our home is a refuge for unwanted cats, one that we rescued was 10 years old who sat in the shelter for 18 months unwanted after her elderly owner past away. This cat is now 15, not very pretty but what a wonderful pet she is. She too will pass one day but that is the Lords will. It must happen.
Our thoughts and Prayers be with you Eddie (from my family) and from Lee. Tammie and Victoria French of Windermere, Fl who are not members of this forum but read it.
Eddie,
God gives us his prize animals for only a short time, your pup will be waiting for ya as you cross thru the gates. God used his own name to create an animal that teaches all man kind what unconditional live really is, your memories are to last you forever.
PCRR/Dave
Eddie, I have a 3 year old Beagle named Eddie. You are most welcome to spiritually adopt him. We had a Golden Retriever before Eddie that had to be put down. It is the same as losing a family member. I also agree that you should go to the animal shelter and get yourself a new friend.
Very sorry to hear of your loss, Eddie!
Ed,
Very sorry for your loss. It's hard to accept now, but the consolation is that the great memories of your time together will always be with you.
Jim
Sorry to hear that Eddie. I've had to do it myself more times than I care to remember.If you need anything from us at all you know where to find me. Hang in there buddy.
Sorry to hear of your loss Eddie....our pets are family members and we love them. When we lose them, it is like losing a part of life. Bless both of you....
Alan
Eddie: I have alerted Pepper to show Bingo around up there. They'll have fun playing together. 
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