Maria Posted November 27, 2010 Report Share Posted November 27, 2010 This song has been going round in my head for the last few days We rushed Smudge to our vets hospital this morning, as she was very flat, didn't want to move and screamed when she was picked up. After various inconclusive tests they suggested an urgent referral to the RCVS who had treated her back in May. We took a very flat Smudge to the RCVS this afternoon, and was met by the lovely vet who cared for her back in May. I cannot praise her enough for her compassion and thoughtfulness today - unlike our experience with the receptionist at our vet's hospital, who, despite Smudge being an urgent referral, preferred to debate whether this was a 'new' claim or an ongoing one, and what we should be paying today I will be complaining to the Practise Manager when I feel able........ The RCVS were again wonderful Smudge had had a big bleed into her stomach, either from the existing adrenal tumour or possibly another one - we could have left her there for more fluids / potential op, but she would have more likely died on the table.......her tummy was huge and mishappened . Until this morning her quality of life has been wonderful- she's had 3 holidays since her poor prognosis - and I will have the lovely memory of her snuggling into my knees last night for the first time forever We decided it was kinder to let her go. We were not prepared for a bouncy Smudge to come back into the room , but the vet explained that this was due to the extra fluids they had given her. One last short walk round the grounds and then she was again getting panty and flattening. and we came back to a tub full of yummy food to give her - we both had one last smuggle,(our word for a Smudge cuddle) and then she went to sleep peacefully with our arms round her . It was very quick, and dignified We were taken to a quiet room while they prepared a little coffin for her (we are arranging our own cremation), and then they let us out to the car park so we didn't have to go through reception, and then brought her out to the car. As we left the lovely vet sobbed with us. Boysie came home and said goodbye to her in his own way Anyway, back to the song, these lines seem to say it all..... So long, farewell Auf Wiedersehen, goodnight I hate to go and leave this pretty sight So long, farewell Auf Weidersehen, goodbye I leave and heave A sigh and say goodbye Goodbye The sun has gone To bed and so must I So long, farewell Auf Weidersehen, goodbye Goodbye...... Goodbye...... Goodbye........! And in Smudge's own words Night night Smudgie , our beautiful Princess Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zico's mum Posted November 27, 2010 Report Share Posted November 27, 2010 so very sorry but so glad you had the extra time with her and were able to enjoy your holidays together.Run free pretty Smudge,you will be sorely missed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anne Grose Posted November 27, 2010 Report Share Posted November 27, 2010 Run free Smudge - Rainbow Bridge has welcomed another beautiful soul today Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chickentikka Posted November 27, 2010 Report Share Posted November 27, 2010 Sleep tight Smudge Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tobleronie Posted November 27, 2010 Report Share Posted November 27, 2010 Auf Weidersehen Smudge Boysie I am sure will give your Mummy and Daddy Smuggles till they meet you again Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoT Posted November 27, 2010 Report Share Posted November 27, 2010 So sorry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jazz Posted November 27, 2010 Report Share Posted November 27, 2010 im so sorry xxx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jacobean Posted November 27, 2010 Report Share Posted November 27, 2010 I'm ever so sorry. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mags Posted November 27, 2010 Report Share Posted November 27, 2010 Sleep well Smudge Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JulesB Posted November 27, 2010 Report Share Posted November 27, 2010 I'm so sorry you had to let her go Sleep tight Smudge, sweet dreams pet Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spins4me Posted November 27, 2010 Report Share Posted November 27, 2010 so sorry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jasmine Posted November 27, 2010 Report Share Posted November 27, 2010 So sorry for you sad loss Sleep tight Smudge Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trallwm farm Posted November 27, 2010 Report Share Posted November 27, 2010 What a lovely tribute. Ive often noticed that an animals behaviour, that has a short time left,changes. Like she snuggled into your knees for the first time. I dont think they fear passing over just how they get there. She obviously had a great life and the best possible passing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fee Posted November 27, 2010 Report Share Posted November 27, 2010 I'm so sorry you've lost your brave girl Maria Sweet dreams Smudge Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tilly1712 Posted November 27, 2010 Report Share Posted November 27, 2010 Oh no, I'm so sorry for your loss Sleep tight Smudge Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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