Oooof….this was a tough one. The message is correct of course, but hits a little close to home. I’ve got a great 18 year old gal battling bladder cancer and her prognosis is grim. We’ve had some great adventures over the years. I’m grateful for that, but not close to ready for being without her.
Loved and lost two of my own and the nicest thing said was when a local ranger came up to me when I was walking through the park after he'd gone, was that my last (a little Patterdale terrier) was very lucky to have me as his owner.
It took a little pain away that day.
Aww, Niall, they all are amazing and I've followed you for a long time but Tina's passing cut deep. She was so lovely, even after what she had been through. Dogs really are our best friends. Love them 💕 Here's my best bud curled up on the sofa or taking up the majority of the sofa I should say🤣
In closing our hearts for fear of pain, yes we protect ourselves, but we also close ourselves off from all the love and joy that remains waiting for us…and others. Hard to do, keep an open heart, but oh so worth it. Thanks for the reminder, Niall.
🥹 Tina was a beautiful soul , she needed you & you her. She has a lasting legacy in Tina’s Hospital where so many dogs in need will find help. Your heart will break many times but also be mended & swell with the love you find next & with the love you give out to these souls in need. 💕
I mustn't cry at my desk. I've had to say goodbye to so many fur people and it gets harder every time. More power to you Niall you, do amazing, selfless, courageous, kind work and I hope you never tire of it.
Damn you Niall. I've lost many. This is Megs..my heart dog...she gave so much love her actual heart broke. So smart, so gentle, so calm. She was 9. I miss her so much.
Tender and very moving counsel, thank you. Like us all, I struggle terribly with loss.
If your heart can bear it at this moment (mine can't always), there are some wise words in this song. https://music.youtube.com/watch?v=r0siaaHQauo&feature=shared
Thank you Tina. Look what your beautiful heart has inspired… 🎉🎊🎁
a hospital soon full of grateful workers and very grateful pups.
We love you💕and we love your person Niall💕and all of his helpers💕.
Thank you so much Niall. We lost our dog after having him as part of our family for almost 16 years. It’s been 2 years, but I think of him every day. That was a beautiful video message.
Thank you so very much, needed to hear this ❤️❤️ Every animal is unique. It is impossible not to have a broken heart. And it's impossible not to think and doubt whether it was enough or whether more could have been done. The only way I manage to overcome the pain is by rescuing others who need it.
We had to say goodbye to our beautiful, sweet girl Fiona two weeks ago. I've lost a few dogs in my lifetime and it's an indescribable heartbreak every time. The love and joy of being with them is worth the heartbreak, though. We're so lucky to have dogs.
So poignant and moving. My boy is 7 this year and breaks my heart to think already had most of his life. They are so special and their love is unconditional.
I have 16.5 year old and 3 year old “kids” with 4 legs. Thank you for the reminder of the blessings to live as these two precious gifts do - living in the moment with love and curiosity for what’s right here right now! ❤️💕🐾
Just lost our 4 year old boy to epilepsy 4 weeks ago. I miss his happy, smiling face so much and finding it much harder than losing the elderly dogs we have lost previously. His canine sister, 13 months older, is missing him too.
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Thank you for the work you do to help our furry buddies.
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It took a little pain away that day.
I miss my pups so much. 💔😢
Sweet Tina & her best human ♥️
If your heart can bear it at this moment (mine can't always), there are some wise words in this song.
https://music.youtube.com/watch?v=r0siaaHQauo&feature=shared
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Thank you Tina. Look what your beautiful heart has inspired… 🎉🎊🎁
a hospital soon full of grateful workers and very grateful pups.
We love you💕and we love your person Niall💕and all of his helpers💕.
Thank you Tina, forever.❤️🙏🏻🥰🐾🐾🐾🐾🐾🐾
It breaks your 💔
Wishing you strength! ❤️