kins2321@yahoo.com Posted April 21, 2014 Share Posted April 21, 2014 I am so sorry for your loss of Rio. When I lost Zoey my pup of eight years last month, I was lucky to have nine more days with her before I had to euthanize her, I had specialists involved... noone knew what was causing her liver failure. I lost my best friend! Thru her illness... I tried to save her, but in the end I couldn't. I was talking to my bird trimmer who also lost his dog last month, who died in his arms within ten minutes. He had no time to react, or go to the vet. While we are both devastated, we had time to discuss the " grief" we go thru. I had more time with my girl, he did not. He feels guilty, I do not! Having that extra time, makes all the difference when dealing with grief. I hope you find the answers in what happened to Rio. You are not responsible for Rio's death.I know you want answers, but you may never find them.Birds are very sensitive to the slightest changes in their enviroment, become sick quite quickly. Of course, continue to seek out the answers, I would want to know too! We are all here for you. Everyone was fantastic for me when I was at a loss, when I lost Sophie. I am here for you... send me a message if you want to talk. Nancy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kins2321@yahoo.com Posted April 21, 2014 Share Posted April 21, 2014 OMG... I said Sophie... I meant Zoey. I am appalled! Nancy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greywings Posted April 22, 2014 Share Posted April 22, 2014 I think you have to have a lung tissue biopsy to be sure and it is an expensive test but am not certain of the specifics. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kgilbert65 Posted April 22, 2014 Author Share Posted April 22, 2014 Thanks Greywings, I know the vet said his lungs looked clear and pink. I will ask her if she saved some tissue just in case. Thanks Nancy, I am sorry for your loss. This happened so fast that morning that I was literally in shock and it didnt really sink in until the next morning taking him for the necropsy. I am doing better the past day and a half and am remembering the good times and will be picking up his ashes this morning. Everyone on here has been so wonderful. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kgilbert65 Posted April 22, 2014 Author Share Posted April 22, 2014 Picked up my little buddy's ashes today. I will be getting a nice little urn for him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SRSeedBurners Posted April 22, 2014 Share Posted April 22, 2014 Damn...makes me sad to just see a picture. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kins2321@yahoo.com Posted April 22, 2014 Share Posted April 22, 2014 I sent Sean in to pick up my girls ashes. I waited in the car balling. Zoey sits next to my friend Molly. I am sure they are in doggie heaven running thru the meadow. Nancy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
katana600 Posted April 22, 2014 Share Posted April 22, 2014 We found some beautiful wood turned art works that would be symbolic of setting Rio free in the treetops. Going to some art shows would be making new memories and finding a beautiful tribute for the love you will always have for Rio. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greywings Posted April 23, 2014 Share Posted April 23, 2014 the start of healing to share his story and receiving his ashes, you have my respect for sharing his loss with us all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kgilbert65 Posted April 24, 2014 Author Share Posted April 24, 2014 And thanks to all of you for helping me through this with all of your kind words and support. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
katana600 Posted May 16, 2014 Share Posted May 16, 2014 Our thoughts continue to be with you. Your heart will never be the same from the profound loss of your friend. I promise though it does create a depth in your soul for you to have the ability for you to see the growth of ability to have greater heights of joy when you have felt such utter helpless grief and despair. After a period of mourning on your own terms, you will start smiling at reminders of the happy times with Rio and you will know your heart is growing and the hole is less and less the prominent landmark but a sweet gentle reminder of your great fortune to have loved the very special and unique companion Rio was when you needed him most. If he were to write his life story, he would say he lived with great love and his lifetime was complete because of your love and care. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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