My 20-month-old Golden Retriever passed away yesterday

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Hello everyone,

My dog passed away yesterday at 3pm after getting lost in the woods. He panicked and ran for an hour, and just after he found me, he had a heart attack. I don't know how I'm going to cope. He was young and healthy; he was my emotional anchor. I’ve done nothing but cry for the last 24 hours, and I don't have any loved ones nearby to talk to... I miss him every single second, and I can't even believe he's gone. He was everything to me. I have to go to the vet tomorrow to sign the paperwork for the cremation. How long does this heart-wrenching pain last?

Do you have any advice?

Have a good day

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    • Docline
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    I am so sorry for what happened, both to him and to you. It’s such a shock, and all the more devastating because you never expect this kind of accident to happen. I’m thinking of you and wishing you strength as you get through this incredibly difficult time.
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    Good evening

    I know only too well how you feel, as I also lost two dogs in the space of five days... One of them also had a heart attack and there’s nothing that can be done in a case like that... but it is incredibly distressing.

    The pain is indeed immense and sometimes guilt is added to the mix, but please don’t hesitate to cry and show your grief. It is completely valid; gradually it will become less overwhelming, and you should try to remember the good times you shared with him.

    Sometimes it helps to create a little place where you can keep his memory alive: a photo frame, an album, a flower pot... it’s up to you to see what might help you...

    As for how long the grieving process takes—because it is a bereavement—everyone moves at their own pace.

    Wishing you a lot of strength.

    Monique

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    Losing a beloved companion, especially so young and unexpectedly, is a profound and unique kind of grief. There’s no set timescale for healing, and it’s perfectly normal to feel overwhelmed and heartbroken. Sometimes, when I need a moment to clear my head, I find myself playing a quiet puzzle game. Lately, I’ve been really enjoying Block Blast; there’s something oddly satisfying about clearing rows and keeping the board from filling up, which helps me focus on something simple for a bit. Please be kind to yourself during this immensely difficult time. Have you found any small routines or activities that offer even a brief moment of solace?

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    Hello, I truly sympathise with your pain and I’m so sorry for the loss of your dog. Losing a life companion is always a deeply difficult ordeal, and only time can help you get through it. The pain you are feeling right now is completely valid. Unfortunately, there is no set timeline: the first few days and weeks are often the most intense and overwhelming, but gradually, the pain will give way to a gentler sadness. Give yourself the time to cry and to go through this grief without any guilt or pressure. Think of all your lovely memories together and cherish them. He was lucky to be loved by someone who cared for him so deeply, and that love never fades. I wish you a lot of strength during these difficult times. Best wishes, Laure.
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