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Dee Dee Acquisto's avatar

I just had to put my dog down. My Vet wisely told me that most people wait too long (none of us want to face it, and let go…) and she said “it is better to do it a day early than a day late” because they can then leave this earthly plane with a ‘better’ last day, rather than when they are in intractable misery. She will tell you when she is done…when the high cost and pain of being alive is greater than the joy in her life. My thoughts are with you. I still grieve ZuZu’s death on Dec 1, 2025. Sending un abbraccio….

Charlie Kennedy's avatar

Sending huge love and hugs, for you and Aria.

Giselle  Stafford's avatar

Came back to Substack just so I could send you love and strength, Cheryl.

Go gently Aria, when it’s time. 💞💞💞

Verda  Roberts's avatar

Oh, Cheryl, this is so sad to read and I truly feel for you. They are such a huge part of our lives, have given their all for all of that time, and we will miss them forever. Sending love at this time, Lesley xxx

Life Lived Italian's avatar

So sorry-- such a difficult experience to go through. Thinking of you!

Gillian Longworth McGuire's avatar

May your last days together be sweet & with much ease

peggymoritz@me.com's avatar

I know your pain and grief for what is ahead. My love to you and precious Aria. May you run free soon with no more pain dear Aria ❤️🐶🙏

Tim's avatar

I think you need to remember what a wonderful life you gave

Tim's avatar

I’m so glad we were able to meet her. I’m so sorry for your pain and helplessness.

Dawn D's avatar

Oh boy, my tears are flowing now. I hope your baby has no pain.

felice data's avatar

aching for u cheryl. find comfort in the joy u give and gave her fortunate life. she certainly does. hugs n tears.

Resigned in Rome's avatar

This made me cry...

Giorgia Meschini's avatar

Piccolina... 🥺 I wish family pets could speak, so they could tell their humans if they're in pain and where it hurts... 😔

Zannie Rose's avatar

wishing the transition is peaceful for you both

x

Jan Peppler's avatar

I am so sorry to hear this. This is always the hardest- hoping they’ll go peacefully, not wanting them to go too soon.

My heart is with you ❤️