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Tim <3 Tuesday, May 06, 2008 7:30 PM

I don't usually like to make off-topic posts, but lately my life seems to be a series of unfortunate events that have consumed much of my thoughts. Yesterday we had to put our not-quite-eight year old dog, Tim, down. He had a heart tumour that we were not aware of.

Seemingly healthy and lively, up until the weekend, Tim showed no indications of something being wrong inside his body. Last week he was still batting me with his paws, running around the yard, jumping like a puppy, and generally doing things characteristically Timmy. We took him to the emergency clinic yesterday where the vet took x-rays. He said the prognosis was grave and Tim's body was already shutting down. The best option was to put him to sleep so he wouldn't have to suffer. Everything still feels unreal to me.

On a brighter note my grandma might be released from the hospital tomorrow.

My dad took a photo of me photographing Tim in Saskatchewan (2005). I don't have a scanner otherwise I would post those photos.

I had planned to take new pictures of him when the weather was warmer. I had even been thinking of including him in some outfit photos so you could all adore him as much as I did, but I guess he'll be remembered on this blog with these pictures instead.

tags: family off topic

Comments (26)

K-Line | 2008-05-06 08:23 PM | Reply

I'm so sorry for you Yulanda. What a terrible loss - and a terrible shock. Your pictures of him are really amazing and are a credit to your sweet doggie's memory. K

gwun. | 2008-05-06 09:19 PM | Reply

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Robin | 2008-05-06 09:23 PM | Reply

I am so sorry. :( Losing a pet can be surprisingly hard, and he was a very beautiful dog. At least you have some beautiful pictures so you can keep his memory alive. *hug*

fruchtzwerg | 2008-05-07 01:18 AM | Reply

I'm sorry to hear that *hugging* it's sad to hear that you lost a good friend. I'm hope your doing well *bighugs*

Fashion Addict | 2008-05-07 04:50 AM | Reply

I'm so sorry about your dog, recently my dog had to go to the hospital and they thought she had cancer, but in the end she was okay, but I know how you feel and I hope you can get through this!

BTW I love your blog and I would love to do a link exchange with you... what do you say?

Leonie | 2008-05-07 07:18 AM | Reply

Ooh nooo, I almost have to cry because my dog had a big operation a few weeks ago because he also had a tumor but my dog survived, I feel so bad for you that Tim didn't. A dog is just like a family member maybe even more because dogs are never complaining and never get angry at you.
Big hug from me Yulanda!

enc | 2008-05-07 10:20 AM | Reply

I'm very sorry to hear about your beloved dog. Please accept my deepest sympathies for your loss.

And—I hope your grandma will be released from the hospital.

Patricia | 2008-05-07 12:54 PM | Reply

Dear goodness, that's one of my biggest fears. I'm incredibly sorry for what happened.

Nevertheless, thank you for sharing these wonderful (and excellently shot) pictures of such a happy dog! He had a beautiful life.

My best wishes to your Grandma, too.

WendyB | 2008-05-07 12:55 PM | Reply

He was a real cutie. I'm sorry for your loss. You did the right thing for him though. I waited too long to put my old dog down and I am still haunted by his unnecessary suffering.

editor | 2008-05-07 03:14 PM | Reply

i had to do this for my dog at the beginning of this year and it has taken me months to recover. and i still keep imagining that i hear her.
pets never live long enough.
i'm very sorry.

yulanda | 2008-05-07 05:19 PM | Reply

Thank you everyone for your condolences, words of comfort, and well wishes to my grandmother (the doctor okayed her release today!). It really means a lot to me. xo.

yulanda replied to K-Line | 2008-05-07 05:26 PM | Reply

It was definitely a shock. The first vet we went to on Monday only said the dog was in serious condition and needed an IV because he was dehydrated, but he couldn't help us because he was closing in ten minutes. It made me wonder why he became a vet when all he cared about was closing on time and it didn't matter there was a very sick animal in front of him. The five minutes he spent examining my dog cost $45.

yulanda replied to Fashion Addict | 2008-05-07 05:30 PM | Reply

I'm glad to hear your doggy is okay. It must've been scary. I'll link you up the next time I update the links — probably the weekend.

yulanda replied to Leonie | 2008-05-07 05:35 PM | Reply

I agree, dogs are so loyal to their owners and are always happy. They're such amazing little creatures. I'm so glad that your dog's operation was successful. Hopefully now he'll have a good long happy life with you!

yulanda replied to WendyB | 2008-05-07 05:37 PM | Reply

Please try not to be so hard on yourself. It's always tough letting go of a loved one. I'm sure that despite his pain, he enjoyed his last days with you.

yulanda replied to editor | 2008-05-07 05:43 PM | Reply

I'm sorry to hear about your dog. Perhaps our dogs have become friends in doggy heaven.

alexandra | 2008-05-07 08:30 PM | Reply

yulanda i am SO sorry about tim. I cant even think about anything happening to cookie or I cry, Pav says I am a big baby but I dont think anyone else can really understand the bond between you and your dog. I am glad your grandmother is okay. xx.

Jill | 2008-05-07 09:34 PM | Reply

So sorry to hear about you loss! I wish I could have seen more of him, he looks stunning in those shots, they definetly do him justice as the beautiful animal you describe him to be.

The Clothes Horse | 2008-05-08 12:57 AM | Reply

We had to put our dog down last year. She was a black lab and 13 years old, a ripe age for a dog, but it was still hard. My condolences.

yulanda replied to alexandra | 2008-05-08 01:18 AM | Reply

I wish you were here, Alex. Then I'd drag you with me to go drown myself in poutine now that my appetite is back.

the_kitten | 2008-05-08 03:41 PM | Reply

I am very sorry for you. However, it is good to read that you are looking to the brighter things as well, I hope your granny will be better soon.

Leonie | 2008-05-08 09:47 PM | Reply

Thank you Yulanda, I hope my dog will indeed! I have to make a post on my blog with my dog. She doesn't have the patience to photograph her very good (or maybe I'm too slow haha) but she deserves a post on my blog. Like an honour to Tim! ;)

yulanda replied to Leonie | 2008-05-09 12:23 AM | Reply

You should. I would love to see pictures of your doggy!

yulanda | 2008-05-09 12:24 AM | Reply

Thanks again, everyone. Your words have been comforting. xo.

SRR | 2008-05-12 03:43 AM | Reply

I am so, so sorry about Tim. I hope you'll take comfort in your happy memories with him. Seems like he was a fun and faithful companion.

I'm glad your grandfather is doing better, though.

Rachie-pie | 2008-05-26 02:28 PM | Reply

thrid from last pictue is funny and cute!sorry about the lose of the doggy.