whoopazz Posted August 14, 2011 Share Posted August 14, 2011 Sorry Menudo, RIP Bettis Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
loaf Posted August 14, 2011 Share Posted August 14, 2011 Sorry to hear. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frenzal rhomb Posted August 14, 2011 Share Posted August 14, 2011 sorry to hear. But sounds like he was a very lucky boy to have someone who loved him and cared for him. Hes in a better place now and Im sure he appreciated everything you did for him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whomper Posted August 14, 2011 Share Posted August 14, 2011 Thanks to everyone for their prayers and kind words, but, unfortunately, we had to have our dog, Bettis put to sleep today. It was one of the worst days of my life. I am so incredibly thankful for the month that we had with him. Many are not as fortunate when they take their dog into the vet in the condition he was in. We spoiled him tremendously during that month. Words cannot do justice for what that dog meant to me. I've had a very tough past 6/7 years. I've lost family members and dealt with other issues, and Bettis was always there for me. Even today, he didn't have energy to eat or drink, but, when I'd tear up, he would find it in him to lick my tears. When the vet came to the house, she said he had very little heartbeat and she could barely get a pulse. We got to say our goodbyes, and comfort him, as he was put to rest. Once again, thank you everybody for the kind words. He was a very special dog, and will be missed greatly. Our hearts are hurting right now, but, I wouldn't trade the wonderful memories with Bettis for anything. Days of heartache don't compare to years of joy and happiness. Once again, I can't say enough about how happy and proud I am to be a part of this community. The generosity that this internet family shows to their own is what makes it such a special place. Thanks again.   When we put our dog down a few years ago the vet said a line that always stuck with me. She said , When you know its time and you put your dog down you are showing the dog your last act of kindness towards them. Your family and Bettis had a mutual appreciation and love for each other and that how it is supposed to be . Im sorry you lost your friend Menudo . Rest in peace Bettis Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tonorator Posted August 14, 2011 Share Posted August 14, 2011 bettis had a great life, which is all any dog could ask for. sorry for your loss marc. Â ... Â now go out there and pick up little rashard. nothing boosts the spirits like a new puppy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rocknrobn26 Posted August 14, 2011 Share Posted August 14, 2011 Been there too many times not to know your pain right now. Just enjoy the memories and know Bettis is back to his old self, just in a different place. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteelBunz Posted August 14, 2011 Share Posted August 14, 2011 RIP Bettis. You were cherished and loved. Â So sorry to hear, Marc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Crazysight Posted August 14, 2011 Share Posted August 14, 2011 (edited) Sounds like he had a pretty good life for a dog, and 10 years is about an average life span for a larger dog. It's good that you were on top of his illness as soon as it occurred and so got to appreciate that last month with him. Hope you get another pet soon, there are certainly plenty of them out there who could use a good home. Edited August 14, 2011 by Crazysight Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crazysight Posted August 14, 2011 Share Posted August 14, 2011 (edited) bettis had a great life, which is all any dog could ask for. sorry for your loss marc. ...  now go out there and pick up little rashard. nothing boosts the spirits like a new puppy!  I prefer the name "Mendy" myself  Wallace wouldn't be a bad name either. Edited August 14, 2011 by Crazysight Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seattle LawDawg Posted August 14, 2011 Share Posted August 14, 2011 Sorry to hear it Menudo. Definitely a very hard thing to go through but just focus on the fact that you gave Bettis a great life. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Do Work Son Posted August 14, 2011 Share Posted August 14, 2011 Very sorry to hear this Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ABearWithFurniture Posted August 15, 2011 Share Posted August 15, 2011 Sorry for your pain Marc, but glad you had 10 good years with your dog...cherish the memories. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hugh B Tool Posted August 15, 2011 Share Posted August 15, 2011 There is a reason ALL dogs go to heaven. You gave him the respect he gave you for all these years by letting him go. This has hit home with me as my best friend isn't very far behind. Bettis will have a pulling guard to lead sweeps for him in the clouds sooner than I may want, but they desreve the decency from us to let them go to a better place. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gilthorp Posted August 15, 2011 Share Posted August 15, 2011 These are always the tough days - putting down a pet. Sorry for your loss. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Holy Roller Posted August 15, 2011 Share Posted August 15, 2011 I'm so very sorry for your loss, Marc. You gave a dog a good life which is the true mark of a good person. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Piles Posted August 15, 2011 Share Posted August 15, 2011 Very sad to hear this Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dug Posted August 15, 2011 Share Posted August 15, 2011 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whomper Posted August 15, 2011 Share Posted August 15, 2011 There is a reason ALL dogs go to heaven. You gave him the respect he gave you for all these years by letting him go. This has hit home with me as my best friend isn't very far behind. Bettis will have a pulling guard to lead sweeps for him in the clouds sooner than I may want, but they desreve the decency from us to let them go to a better place. Â Â well said Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Savage Beatings Posted August 15, 2011 Share Posted August 15, 2011 Â So sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hugh 0ne Posted August 15, 2011 Share Posted August 15, 2011 Sorry to hear this Menudo, but have to agree with your sentiments about how lucky you were to spoil him rotten and spend an extra month him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrTed46 Posted August 15, 2011 Share Posted August 15, 2011 Sorry to hear Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rajncajn Posted August 15, 2011 Share Posted August 15, 2011 Very sorry to hear Menudo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peepinmofo Posted August 15, 2011 Share Posted August 15, 2011 Â Sorry to hear the news. However, while it is the end of a chapter in your life, it is also the start of a new one. While you can never replace a dog (especially one you were so close to), you can learn to love another one the same way when the time comes. I wish you and your family the best. I will likely be going through something like this in a short time, so I will have to take my own words to heart. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaP'N GRuNGe Posted August 16, 2011 Share Posted August 16, 2011 So sorry for your loss. I've been through it with the only pet I've ever had a few years back, a cat, and know how tough it can be. May your family find peace by leaning on each other. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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