Goodbye, My Sweet Baby Girl - Page 1

I let my beautiful, precious 14 year old Border Collie, Bradley go this past week.  It has been devastating and tear filled.  She was my comfort and joy during a difficult childhood.  I loved her as if she were my child.

I had not seen her in months, since she was enjoying “retirement” and single-dog-hood with my parents, 1000 miles away.  But the week I moved back to my home state, she deteriorated.  It happened so fast!  Her body just gave out, and I knew it was time.  Brad was so full of life, I thought she never would be ready; but I could tell in her eyes that she was ready. I spent a few days with her, loving on her, letting her enjoy the country side views and eating delicious meals.  She could barely walk, even with tramadol and rimadyl on board.  I knew she was suffering; but I just need that time to say good bye.

At the vets, I held her paw, stroked her head, and whispered everything I wanted her to remember in heaven.  That I loved her the minute I met her 14 years ago, that I would miss her but I’d be okay, that she was the best dog I could have ever dreamed of.  I held myself together until the vet said she was gone, and then I broke down.

Now, I close my eyes and imagine my hands running through her soft fur.  I see her racing around in my new yard, chasing toys.  The Brad sized hole in my heart seems like it will never heal.

Goodbye, sweet baby girl.  You have no idea how much I miss you.  But as I promised you that morning, I will be okay.

My 4 month old daughter, Emma Bradley, meeting Bradley for the first time. Emma loved running her hands through Brad's fur.

So sorry for your loss... It is never easy to say good bye to our beloved pets. My mom and I are going thru the same greaving... as we had to say good bye to our 19 year old cat, Smudge, on Mothers Day.

May your broken heart heal...

R.IP. Bradley!! I can tell you were loved and well cared for!

I am so sorry mfh27, RIP Bradley! It is never easy to say good-bye to our beloved pets.

I am so sorry. Bradley sounds like an awesome dog and what a blessing it was to have a dog like that in your life. You gave her the best life ever  and hopefully you will eventually find peace and comfort in that. It is just that when they go it leaves such a big void in our hearts and I honestly don't think life is ever quite the same. My heart goes out to you. God speed beloved Bradley. You can now run fast and free. ♥

I am so sorry for your loss. Bradley looks like a happy and well loved dog in her photos. I know exactly what you are going through; I was there 6 years ago when our family made the difficult decision to let our 14 year old Border Collie, Lady, go. We had got her when I was 8 years old and she had been my my best friend the whole time.

Last photo of Lady. May she and Bradley enjoy running the hills of heaven together.  Hugs to you.

So sorry, Michele.

RIP Bradley and hope your heart never loses its love for such a wonderful pet and companion..You have a baby who sees your love for Bradley and it transmits..

GOOD luck and God heals but rainbows meet us in the sky.

Run free now Bradley with Lady

YR

Run free Bradley. Peace to you mfh27, it's a hard time to go through, as we all know....

jackie harris

Thank you all! I just needed to share my grief with those who understand.

Jyl, I'm sorry for your loss! May you soon find peace and healing.

Northern Maiden, Lady was beautiful!  There is something so special and unique about childhood dogs.  I think we love them with all of our heart because our young hearts have never been broken.