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Tuesday, November 21, 2023, 6:18:04 PM

Sunday, August 2, 2020, 10:53:42 PM - Bailey 2007-2020 RIP Ellie 2015-2023
Tribute to a Best Friend

The Last Battle

If it should be that I grow frail and weak
And pain should keep me from my sleep,
Then will you do what must be done,
For this — the last battle — can’t be won.
You will be sad I understand,
But don’t let grief then stay your hand,
For on this day, more than the rest,
Your love and friendship must stand the test.

We have had so many happy years,
You wouldn’t want me to suffer so.
When the time comes, please, let me go.
Take me to where to my needs they’ll tend,
Only, stay with me till the end
And hold me firm and speak to me
Until my eyes no longer see.
I know in time you will agree
It is a kindness you do to me.
Although my tail its last has waved,
From pain and suffering I have been saved.
Don’t grieve that it must be you
Who has to decide this thing to do;
We’ve been so close — we two — these years,
Don’t let your heart hold any tears.

I loved him, and I know he loved me.

For all pet lovers

For Little Diddle, her real name was Ellie, fostered her for the last 5 months,severely underweight 2 Kilos got her back to being a fully bouncy,happy little doglet, bright as a button, was beginning to think of adopting her full time, but then the vets discovered an aggressive tumour at the back of her nose/throat, long story short, kept her happy until I decided I was being selfish and her time was up, RIP Diddle thank you for allowing me to share the last few months with you.

If you own a pet it is your duty to do the right thing by them, much as it will break your heart

Little Diddle

Comments

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MrsTrellis on 21-Nov-23 20:27:38

Hugs xx

smitten4u on 22-Nov-23 14:42:24

Much love to you sir.

shaqila on 22-Nov-23 15:33:26

Oh kitty cat... It is the hardest part about having an animal companion. Because we love them, we are responsible to do what's best for them.

Love to you my friend, she knows you loved her and gave her your all xxx

lennynatural on 22-Nov-23 16:29:52

I'm very sorry.

ksaint on 22-Nov-23 18:53:21

These are always among the most difficult of days in our lives. I understand all too well what you are feeling. Hugs to you Sir.

EmuLater on 22-Nov-23 19:03:49

What a lovely looking dog... So sorry to hear of her passing. RIP Diddle.

SexyEnglishBabe on 22-Nov-23 22:38:52

Awww!!!

RIP beautiful Diddle....Go run over the rainbow bridge, find my beautiful Lucky and have so much fun xxx

flitterbee on 23-Nov-23 7:15:55

hugs to you pusslet xoxox

what a little cutie she was

Dignitea on 23-Nov-23 16:01:40

sorry about the little dog TC.

Mentor___01 on 24-Nov-23 3:55:29

You have my heartfelt condolences. It was July last year that I had to come to the same decision for the same reasons and a minischnauzer companion of the last 11years to sleep. She was as 14 and a half years old.
Intellectually, I know it was the right decision but it doesn't always feel right yet.
All are such special creatures.

MellieK on 24-Nov-23 20:19:28

Aw TC. Big hugs x

JediMasterBater on 25-Nov-23 13:15:57

RIP sweet Little Diddle and my condolences to you, TC. My old gal's time is coming very soon, and you're so right about our responsibility to these little creatures that let us love and take care of them and love us in return.

outsiderhull on 20-Jul-25 20:31:26

Wonderful photo that captured the essence of a companion, a knowing look that you’ll be there for them as much as they for you. I know this was in the past, but just had to comment, my condolences.