Epi4Dogs

Hello Olesia,
I want to thank you, Jill, and others whose names escape me for your generosity, as you all tried to help me with Phoebe's chronic pancreatitis.

On 6/16/21 Phoebe died peacefully in my lap, with the help of an amazing visiting vet and vet tech, in Phoebe's backyard, on a beautiful late afternoon. For 4-5 nights before the 16th she slept on my chest, her nose on my nose. I spent every moment I could with her during the days before the 16th.

Her appetite had started to wane in the few days before, and that day in the early afternoon she began having what I suspected were small seizures (the vet confirmed this). I did all I could for her, all I knew how, all anyone seemed to know how. And there was just this one more thing to do, so I did that too. We were fortunate that the vet and tech could come in less than two hours.

They carried Phoebe away as if she was the most special dog in town. Which she was for me.

I’m not much for ideas about how any dog has lived long enough. And don’t personally know one thing or the other about a Rainbow Bridge. I only know that I wake and look to see if she’s on my belly still, only to find her blanket. Then I smell her again. As a great friend of mine said of her, “Perfection lasts forever."

Thanks to all for the goodness of your support,
Debra

Debra, I am so sorry to read you lost Phoebe. That is heartbreaking. God speed Phoebe. Debra you are the best dog mom and it was good you had each other.

Jill

Hi Jill,
Thank you. You were so kind and had so many suggestions for us. I truly appreciate all your help.

Best to you,
Debra

Oh Debra, i am so sorry to hear of Phoebe's passing...... you must be devastated, but at the same time at peace, knowing you did everything you could to make her as comfortable as possible before her time to leave came.

If you would like, we would be honored to place Phoebe's story/tribute along with some of your favorite pictures of her on the Epi4Dogs Memorial page. Some people find it cathartic to write a tribute to their best friend. If this is something you'd like to do in Phoebe's honor, just email to me ([email protected]) your tribute to her with some of your favorite pictures, and i will upload it here: https://epi4dogs.com/memorials/

If it should be that I grow frail and weak
And pain should keep me from my sleep,
Then will you do what must be done,
For this — the last battle — can't be won.
You will be sad I understand,
But don't let grief then stay your hand,
For on this day, more than the rest,
Your love and friendship must stand the test.

We have had so many happy years,
You wouldn't want me to suffer so.
When the time comes, please, let me go.
Take me to where to my needs they'll tend,
Only, stay with me till the end
And hold me firm and speak to me
Until my eyes no longer see.

I know in time you will agree
It is a kindness you do to me.
Although my tail its last has waved,
From pain and suffering I have been saved.
Don't grieve that it must be you
Who has to decide this thing to do;
We've been so close — we two — these years,
Don't let your heart hold any tears.

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Debra, I am so, so sorry. Phoebe was a good girl, and she clearly had a wonderful time, being your dog. One thing I have gotten from a children's book I always give when a friend loses their dog is this---that sometimes an angel will bring the dog back to her home & let her sniff around and check on her family. Maybe she visits that blanket while you are asleep. Take Care.--Pam

Debra, I am so sorry that you had to say goodbye to Phoebe. You took such loving care of her.

It is such a privilege to be able to spend those last days and moments with our dogs. It is a profound experience. I am so glad you had caring people around you to support you. I have found that the experience stays with you forever. But it changes ........the emptiness that you feel becomes the space that allows the Light to shine through.

You are her gift forever, and she is yours.

Hugs.

Barb

Thank you all for your kind words for me and about my little Phoebe. I’m profoundly grateful for every suggestion and bit of advice you shared with me. Some did help then. And it all helps now.

I didn’t mean to disappear again, but as too many people all over the world can imagine (unfortunately from similar experiences) my elderly mother was hospitalized with Covid-19. The last 5 weeks are a new blur for the year. She has some how survived so far but there are many strange aspects to this.

I have some opened and barely touched enzymes. Does anyone have a recommendation for where I might donate them (if that’s even possible)?

With gratitude, Debra C.

Debra, I am so sorry your mom has been ill with COVID. You are certainly having a string of life challenges. Sending light and love, which you actually already have and are. I hope your mom continues to heal and improve.

If you get in touch with Enzyme Diane through our website, she can tell you where to send the enzymes..

Know that we are thinking of you.

Barb

Thank you Barb <3

Debra

Hi Debra
I am so sorry to hear about your Mom but she sounds strong and family behind her. Good thoughts and prayers coming your way.
I will get in touch with Diane and see about your enzymes. Thanks

Jill