Remember our Jasper?
I just returned home from putting him down! He had lung cancer! And was struggling to breathe!
Gosh it was horrible. I just am dying inside!
Breeder’s Note: We met Anjie’s family not so long ago, when they acquired their first Weimaraner–Denim. Since then Anjie learned at lot, and has become total smitten with the breed. Thinking she would do something good for all concerned, she rescued Jasper. He was ten years old. No one expected he would impact their lives so dramatically, or leave them so soon.
Denim loves her Jasper
I don’t think denim will enjoy being alone once she realizes he is not coming back! He was so good for her Helped her to get over her anxieties and trust I would return just to name a few.
With crushed heart but no regrets we have been forced to say goodbye to our dear friend and special adopted family member Jasper! We are trying to move on with life, and as you know we must, but it is not easy to say the least.
The doggy funeral place called me today and had a really interesting piece of advice It was to bring denim in to let her see jasper so she knows where and what he is now smell him and look at him and she would know May not change her grieving at home but she would for sure know that he has passed on!
As the day goes on she is mopier and mopier. She will not take her eyes off the door. Every once Ina while a small whimper comes out with her usual sigh after laying down. You know that ahhh I’m comfy now sigh! And another interesting thing she is doing…..
She brings us a shoe every time we walk into the house! It does not matter whose shoe. There is not Certain one she brings every time. What ever shoe boot she can find first. Well today she has brought me 7 shoes and put them In my bed since I’m letting her up here for a few! So that is Interesting to me.
No one in this family can ever find the mate to their shoes. She never eats them or chews them they are just her presents she greets us with upon every single entry. They get scattered all over the house. And sometimes we have to look out my window upstairs to view the backyard to locate the missing shoe!
A Few Thoughts — The feeling of being abandoned or the loss of Jasper is real to Denim. The shoes may be a way of keeping track of each family member. Their fresh scent is strong in the footwear. She may well worry that she might lose another. No doubt she is watching to see whether Jasper will come through the door. They had a connection that was special.
Her are few more thoughts on this topic. As you are all grieving and reeling over the loss Denim is going to feel your loss and pain. Her suffering will not only be her own, but include what she takes on from her beloved family. Crisis, change, or upheaval is never easy for the Weimaraner. They like to be in control. They like to know their world is the same. Being left behind is hard. No one can replace Jasper! To think it is possible is to be ignorant of the uniqueness of living creatures. Regardless, Denim will most likely do better with another Weim companion. It may well be a bit rocky early-on, but eventually with patience and working through things it will be for the best.
In closing, I believe that during loss and grieving each person must find their own way. The Weimaraner is no exception. Others can be there for you, console you, and offer support, but some journeys must be walked hand-in-hand with the creator. Whether you believe there is a God or not, you have to find a way to connect with more than ashes-to-ashes or dust-to-dust. Most of us believe we will see our loved ones (fur and human) on the other side. It doesn’t make the process easier, but it does help us get on with life. Maybe the getting-on-with life happens sooner than later for some. In Denim’s situation, it seems sooner might help more than hurt. For other people who have lost their beloved Weimaraner, they require varying amounts of time to grieve and honor the departed. There is no one way to handle this situation. There are no adequate words to handle the loss of a beloved Weimaraner. It is a part of our life that is harder than others. We hope that in your grief, you can find a new glimmer of hope. Each living creature touches our life in ways we didn’t expect. We believe we are better for the experience.
Many talk about their beloved pets traveling over the rainbow bridge. Regardless of the road or path, may you one day meet again. In the meantime, cherish the memories, knowing they are unique and special. We believe it is a one-time thing. You can have another unique and special journey, but never the same journey. Jasper lives on in your hearts, words, and memories. What a fortunate boy he was to be loved by you, and in turn to know and love your family!
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