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My puppy died on Memorial Day :(?

My baby died on Monday & I'm sooo sad :( He was SO precious. He always brightened up my day as soon as I seen him. He was just the cutest little thing. I loved him more than any other animal that I have ever had. He was something else. He was so special to me. I miss him. It's so weird coming home from school & him not jumping up & down greeting me. :( I'm so miserable & I'm so shocked. I just seen him the morning of his death. I never thought he would die later on in the day. He got hit by a car. My parents were at work, and my step brother, his fiance, and their baby were getting ready to leave. They said they didn't notice him but we ALWAYS noticed him when he got out. Plus he was downstairs and he HAD to have ran out as soon as the door opened, so I feel as though they HAD to have seen. I'm angry and so sad over this. I feel like it was my fault. I should have kept him upstairs with me, but I went to take a shower, and I think that that's when it happened. Do you guys think dogs go to Heaven? And my dad called the place where we got him because we want a dog just like him because he was SO good, and SO loveable, and SO cute. I really want to do it, but I don't want it to seem as though I'm replacing him because I would never ever do that. My dad asked if we could get a dog from his same mom and dad because he thinks their personality will be similar. Is it bad if we get another dog so soon? Do you think my puppy would be disappointed and sad and feel replaced? And can you guys share some of your stories if you have them about your dogs if they got hit by cars and what you guys did? And whenever I look at his picture, cause it's set as my default on my phone, like it always has been. It's so hard. And I focus on it so closely because I think of every little detail of that day he died. Is it bad to not want to look at it sometimes? It's so hard :(

Public Comments

1. Awww :( i'm SOOOOO sorry! I know how it feels to lose a dog.. I've lost 2 in my life. The best thing to do is just to keep him in your heart and just... move on. Like when people move on after someone dies. Its the best thing to do.. either that or you'll eventually go through depression.
2. I am so sorry about your dog. Try to remember the good times you had with him and do not feel bad about getting another pet, it will not be a replacement. One thing, you should make absolutely sure that the new dog can not get to the front door to run out, put up some kind of barrier to prevent this as you do not want a repeat of what happened to your first dog.
3. Grow up.
4. Please understand that you won't get a dog just like him. To expect another dog to be just like him isn't fair to him, and isn't fair to the next dog. There are many dogs in shelters needing homes with great personalities. Look into rescue. That will be a great honor to your dog, and you'll be saving a life. All dogs in shelters have a date with death, and most people won't adopt them due to people don't want to adopt adult dogs. They only want brand new puppies. Those dogs are just as lovable as your dog was. Stories about my dogs. No, none got hit by cars. 1st dog: Jake was a Belgian Sheepdog mix abandoned by my neighbor, so we took him in. The neighbor moved and dumped him. He lived to be 14. He developed seizures, so we put him to sleep. 2nd dog: She was a German Shepherd(mix?) from a rescue. She was a very smart dog. She lived to be 8, when she developed neurological problems and had to be put down. 3rd dog: She was a Beagle. A guy got her from a rescue, and gave her to us. She was a puppy mill mama before she went into the rescue. We got her at 10 years old. She also lived to be 14. She developed a heart condition and needed to be put down. 4th dog: Toy Poodle. She was given to us as a going away gift. She's 3 years old. 5th dog: A Miniature Poodle/Schnauzer mutt. He is a big time mama's boy. Follows me everywhere! We got him a little over a year ago from a rescue. He was 2 when we got him, and he's 3 now. I can tell you right now that personalities, even with littermates, are as different as night and day. It's even moreso with mutts. Anyway, it was an accident, so don't blame yourself, or anyone else. It could have happened to any of us. I'm so sorry you are suffering so. YES, animals go to Heaven. I will also tell you I think God sends my brother, my deceased dogs, etc. back to me for visits from time to time. One time I felt the 3rd dog walking besides my bed(she always did that). Another time I smelled my second dog in the room. She had a distinctive odor, though not a bad one. I felt my brother lean over and kiss me on the cheek before. I could feel the soft fur of my first dog against my skin, etc. I never recommend getting a dog when emotions are flying high. Let things get back to "normal" first and then consider another dog.
5. I am so sorry for your loss. :( My uncle's boss had to put his dog down; we saw it get hit by a car and it was horrible. It isn't your fault, okay? I don't think it was anyone's fault- with a baby, you won't notice things you always notice and sometimes dogs do just slip out. You had no way of predicting this unfortunate event, either. I do want to warn you that just because they come from the same parents does not mean that your puppy and the other one will have the same personality; dogs are individuals, just like humans. It's one of the few times where I compare humans to dogs, but I haven't met many twins that act exactly like each other. If you don't feel ready to get a new dog, don't. I don't think your puppy would be disappointed and sad; I really don't think your puppy would know, but those are my own religious beleives and I won't force them on you. All I'm going to say is that you should wait until you are ready, so you can give this new puppy all the love and attention it deserves. Nor is it bad to want to look at the picture of your puppy- you miss him and that is what I would expect.
6. Aww you made me cry. How old was he/she? Can I see a pic? I don't think it's to soon. It can keep you from thinking of him/her.
7. Seek out some psychiatric help. No, I've never had a dog hit by a car. I am a responsible dog owner. Dead dogs don't have emotions. GROW UP!
8. I think that dogs do go to Heaven. One reason to not be afraid of death is because you'll go to Heaven (if you're a Christian) and see your dog again. Don't hesitate to get another puppy. However, also don't expect their personalities to be similar. You might consider a different mum and dad for your new pup so he's something fresh and new, or even try a different breed. He won't feel replaced as long as that's not what you're trying to do. Plant a tree or bush in his honor. Frame a special photo of him and you and put it somewhere special, like on the mantel. Remember him, but keep an open mind and heart for your new puppy. I hope this helps!
9. sorry for your loss. your puppy won't be sad if you get another. and its not your fault that he got out. if you get another dog just don't expect him/her to be just like the one you just lost otherwise you will be very disappointed.
10. Yes, i do think dogs go to heaven. It's only to soon if you get the dog and your not ready. It's not your fault, things happen. I work at an animal shelter and i have seen many things. I have seen a dog get struck by a car and she was killed instantly. I was heartbroken and i didn't even know the poor dog. We took her to the vet and they barred her for us. I understand that you are upset and its ok to be upset when you see the puppy's picture, but you should realize that he is safe now and he isn't in any pain. He would want you to be happy so if you want to get another dog i don't think he would mind, but if you are not ready for another dog i would wait. Im so sorry for your loss but it will get easier as the days pass. If you are unsure of where to get another dog though i would try a shelter. There animals are so sweet and some are house-trained and know basic tricks. They have dogs from 14 years old all the way down to just born 5 minutes ago. Giving them a forever home is one of the most amazing feelings you can ever have and maybe your puppy would like that you rescued one of his furry friends.
11. I am really sorry for your loss. it is like losing a member of the family coz they are family