My dog, Pedro (chihuahua) was killed by a car today. This may not be the best place to post this but it's all I've got. He was 10lbs. White with brown ears. He was extremely smart. I could tell him to "go lay down" and he would climb in his bed until I called him. He knew several tricks. He loved bones. And anytime we would take him outside to play he would always come in with a big smile. I always thought pet owners were crazy when they would cry over an animal, well, call me crazy.

Pedro Ricks

March 2007 - July 2008

I am so sorry! I have 2 dogs and 2 cats and truly believe and treat them like my children. I have lost pets and know the absolute pain you're feeling. A lot of folks don't understand that you have this connection and that this little creature loves you unconditionally as do you them. The Rainbow Bridge poem gave me so much comfort and hopefully you will give yourself the time to grieve the loss of your family member. Many prayers for you and Pedro.

I am so sorry about losing Pedro. What an incredibly cute little man. I had a dog that got hit by a car many many years ago and I still feel bad about it when I think about her getting hit and having to make the decision to put her down because of her injuries. My thoughts and prayers are with you and no you are not crazy, cry till you can't cry anymore.

Hugs,

Susan

I am so sorry for your loss. The loss of someone who loves you so unconditionally is so hard to deal with. My two dogs are my children and I can't imagine life without them. Please know that you are in my prayers!

I am so sorry about your dear friend. Dogs are great companions. Please take care of yourself.

Thank you for all of the wonderful replies. Pedro was my buddy. You have helped to memorialize him and I appreciate it. He left behind a sister. Her name is Lucy. She is sleeping alone tonight. My wife and I have decided to love and enjoy Lucy that much more rather than add another dog to the family.

Here are the two of them as they usually sleep.

awwww, they are so precious together, again, I am sooooo sorry for your loss.

Had to check in this morning to see how you are doing today musicman..

If that isn't the sweetest pciture of the babies ...

Grieving is hard but it is a process we just have to endure when we love these little guys like we do ..

Oh and not now but I agree with favorite you should reach out later for another baby that needs a home..Somehow they will find you ...

Take care

MusicMan, I'm so sorry about Pedro. What a cute little guy. I've lost a couple of dogs too and I know it hurts. Hang in there and I hope you feel better soon.

I'm so sorry about your loss. :thumbup: Losing a pet is so painful, I had to put one of my babies down a few months ago (she was 15) and I felt like my heart was going to break in my chest.

You'll be in my thoughts and prayers.

I am so sorry to hear about your loss :thumbup: I have a terrier mix who is 14 and has early kidney failure at least I have time to make my goodbyes. I don't know what I would do if it was sudden.

She has been with me through a divorce, a remarriage, adopting two special needs children, 4 military moves, allowing two other cast away dogs into our home, and me gaining and losing 100lbs. 3 times just to name a few. She has been with me in sad, bad, happy times and everything in between and has never complained or asked for anything (exept the occaisional treat)

I don't know of many humans that would be there through all that and not complain, and not ask for anything in return.

We all mourn with you and will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.....

The loss of any beloved pet breaks my heart. I hope that soon the pain you feel will be replaced with memories that bring you joy and smiles.

Sincerely ~ Tai in CA

i am so sorry, musicman. i know what a terrible loss this is for you.

So Sorry for your loss.

My heart goes out to you Musicman. The loss of a companion is just devastating. I lost my 21 year old cat this past February, words cannot express how much these little darlings mean when they pass. Keep hold of your memories and cuddle little Lucy I am sure she will need you too now and will understand your tears and your pain.

God bless you

Kizzie (the name of my cat I had her when I was 14 and lost her this year.)

MusicMan,

I am tearfully reading these posts and my heart aches for you, your wife and Lucy. As a mom of two dogs, I know the excruciating pain of your grief. You are in my prayers and I am certain that Pedro is chasing rainbows. I'm so sorry for your loss....