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Thursday, September 23, 2010

Gone in an instant


This morning started off normal. Then took a turn for the worse.

As I was getting ready to catch up on everyone's blogs I heard a very loud thump from the playroom. Knowing it didn't sound right I ran out there to find Maggie ( pictured above) shook up.  When I got out there she was standing up, but before I knew it her back legs started sinking to the floor. Her breathing was hard. After checking her gums to find them white and her tongue starting to turn blue I knew what had happened. Her heart was failing. A call to my oldest daughter who works at the vets office, told her what happened, she said she was on her way.

I sat with Maggie on the floor holding her and talking with her. My oldest arrived very shortly and we put Maggie in her truck.  She rushed Maggie to her work where the vet confirmed what we already knew.

Maggie was gone within an hour. Her heart had failed.

I can honestly say I will not have anymore Boxers in my life. Maggie was the last of our Boxers. She was ten.

Now she can run and play with her Dad, Mom, brother and sister. See you on the other side Maggie.

2000-2010

Until next time..........................

23 comments:

  1. I am so sorry for your loss Cindy. She was a beauty. So sad....Hugs to you.

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  2. I'm so very sorry for your loss of your beautiful friend, Maggie.

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  3. I can't even imagine losing my little guy. I'm saddened to hear of your loss. Pugz will get an extra belly rub in honor of your Maggie today.

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  4. I am so sorry for your loss, my pets are always a big part of the family and when we lose one its devistating. take care

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  5. Oh god, I am so sorry for your loss. Losing a dog is one of the worst feelings - and your heart just gets a big hole in it. My thoughts are with you.

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  6. That is so sad :( A friend of mine only just lost her dog yesterday aswell from a paralysis tick, horrible things they are! Hope you are ok, pets passing on is deffinetly a big loss to any family. xoxo

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  7. I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Blessings from all of us here.

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  8. I am so sorry that you had to say goodbye to such a dear friend. People who don't love animals are missing out on some of the greatest joys alive, but those of us who do also know the greatest sorrows when we have to say goodbye.

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  9. So very sorry about your Maggie. I know how that hurts like crazy. She was a part of your family I'm sure. Rainbow Bridge is the best and I am sure Maggie crossed it running and smiling.
    Amy at Verde Farm

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  10. Oh Cindy...poor sweet Maggie. She had such a good life with you. I'm so glad you were there with her at the end - but the suddenness of it just completely takes your breath away, doesn't it? Thinking of you and D. and H. tonight...

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  11. Aww, I'm so sorry ;(
    She loked like a fine girl, and had the most beautiful face..
    Run free over at the Rainbow Bridge dearest Maggie, your family is waiting to be reunited with you.
    {Hugs} friend.
    x

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  12. I'm so sorry. Two weeks ago I had to say goodby to my 18-year old cat. I know the heartache you're probably feeling too. Love and peace to you.

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  13. I'm so sorry to hear that. Sending good thoughts and air hugs to you all.

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  14. I'm very sorry. My heart aches for you. The suddeness of it would be shocking enough, but she will leave a large hole in your little family, of that I'm sure. Her life was well kept and loved and she got to be with her family til the end.
    Take care,
    Tammy

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  15. Oh geez, I'm so sorry Cindy. I hope her memories fill your heart with joy.

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  16. i'm so, so sorry. as a boxer "owner", i know how wonderful these dogs are and how attached you must have been. the perpetual clown, always happy and loyal. i'm glad you gave her so many happy years. again, i'm sorry for your loss.

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  17. I'm sorry! I know how much it hurts to lose and please know I shed tears for you and your family.
    I don't like this part of our life, but I understand and feel for you...take care!

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  18. I am so sorry about your loss :( She was a beautiful girl and I am sure you'll meet again.

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  19. Cindy, So sorry to hear about Maggie. She had a great life I am sure. Good that you were with her at the end.
    Jim

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  20. Our deepest condolences on the loss of your special pup. We are so sad and sorry for your loss.

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  21. So sorry for your loss. No doubt she had a wonderful life with you. Remember there is always the Rainbow Bridge...

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  22. My deepest sympathies for your loss... She was a lucky girl to have you as her human mom:)

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