Cute Animal Thread

imtheocean said:
We lost our Lab just under a year ago, and my son has been jonesing for a replacement so he went out and adopted this guy. Going with "Doc"or "Odin". His name at the shelter was Doctor Teeth. He was found hiding under a car with multiple lacerations and an injured eye that they had to remove. We've had him about 3 days, he's incredibly sweet and settling in nicely. The cat isn't quite enamored with him yet though.

View attachment 181066
Click to expand...

I know this is an old post but my god he is so cute!!!
 
I don't talk too much about my personal life on this thread outside of sharing all the cute animal pictures…. but today it became official. My divorce has been finalized. With having to say goodbye to my partner of 9 years I also had to let go of one of my dogs of 11 years, Pepper. Today I was reminded that grief and healing aren't linear. I will miss/grieve what we were when it was still good, and what could have been if we had worked. Knowing that I loved with integrity has been my comfort and grace. I’m thankful for the company and love from the other pets I was able to keep. I don't have any fancy words or witty sayings. Just that love shouldn't hurt, the love from pets is priceless, and I’m also thankful for therapy!

My favorite picture of Pepper and me from years ago when it was just us girls going on a hike in Mt. Charleston. I hope she gets all the belly rubs, bananas, and watermelons! Truly the best girl ever!!!
IMG_0374.jpeg
 
MsLoganHenney said:
I don't talk too much about my personal life on this thread outside of sharing all the cute animal pictures…. but today it became official. My divorce has been finalized. With having to say goodbye to my partner of 9 years I also had to let go of one of my dogs of 11 years, Pepper. Today I was reminded that grief and healing aren't linear. I will miss/grieve what we were when it was still good, and what could have been if we had worked. Knowing that I loved with integrity has been my comfort and grace. I’m thankful for the company and love from the other pets I was able to keep. I don't have any fancy words or witty sayings. Just that love shouldn't hurt, the love from pets is priceless, and I’m also thankful for therapy!

My favorite picture of Pepper and me from years ago when it was just us girls going on a hike in Mt. Charleston. I hope she gets all the belly rubs, bananas, and watermelons! Truly the best girl ever!!!
View attachment 183296
Click to expand...

You both look so happy!
Sending love for your grieving process. 💜
 
MsLoganHenney said:
I don't talk too much about my personal life on this thread outside of sharing all the cute animal pictures…. but today it became official. My divorce has been finalized. With having to say goodbye to my partner of 9 years I also had to let go of one of my dogs of 11 years, Pepper. Today I was reminded that grief and healing aren't linear. I will miss/grieve what we were when it was still good, and what could have been if we had worked. Knowing that I loved with integrity has been my comfort and grace. I’m thankful for the company and love from the other pets I was able to keep. I don't have any fancy words or witty sayings. Just that love shouldn't hurt, the love from pets is priceless, and I’m also thankful for therapy!

My favorite picture of Pepper and me from years ago when it was just us girls going on a hike in Mt. Charleston. I hope she gets all the belly rubs, bananas, and watermelons! Truly the best girl ever!!!
View attachment 183296
Click to expand...
A Pepper photobomb - beautiful.
 
MsLoganHenney said:
I don't talk too much about my personal life on this thread outside of sharing all the cute animal pictures…. but today it became official. My divorce has been finalized. With having to say goodbye to my partner of 9 years I also had to let go of one of my dogs of 11 years, Pepper. Today I was reminded that grief and healing aren't linear. I will miss/grieve what we were when it was still good, and what could have been if we had worked. Knowing that I loved with integrity has been my comfort and grace. I’m thankful for the company and love from the other pets I was able to keep. I don't have any fancy words or witty sayings. Just that love shouldn't hurt, the love from pets is priceless, and I’m also thankful for therapy!

My favorite picture of Pepper and me from years ago when it was just us girls going on a hike in Mt. Charleston. I hope she gets all the belly rubs, bananas, and watermelons! Truly the best girl ever!!!
View attachment 183296
Click to expand...

am i reading this right that you had pepper longer than you had the relationship? if so, man, that makes this extra heartbreaking. i am so sorry. i appreciate you being open and sharing your grieving with us, your attitude and positivity about a tough situation is heartwarming.
 
AndySlash said:
am i reading this right that you had pepper longer than you had the relationship? if so, man, that makes this extra heartbreaking. i am so sorry. I appreciate you being open and sharing your grieving with us, your attitude and positivity about a tough situation are heartwarming.
Click to expand...

You read that right, I had Pepper prior to the relationship. It was tough letting her go and overall it’s been a roller coaster of emotions through all this. I honestly don't know where I would be if I didn't have my support system of friends and loved ones and therapy. My therapist especially has been amazing and I’m glad I started going for myself, not just the relationship at the time, a few years ago. In the end, I just hope my ex takes good care of Pepper. She’s a great dog and I’ve trained her very well, so she doesn't deserve any neglect or hardship, especially in her old age.
 
You must log in or register to reply here.
Back
Top