'If you've never owned a Dachshund, no explanation is possible.
If you have owned a Dachshund, no explanation is necessary.'
Goodbye Little Ella
Your collar seemed too big somehow
as I walked you through the door.
The vet wore a checked shirt
and his eyes were kind.
The liquid in the syringe
shone like green jelly.
It reminded me of birthdays
when I was a kid.
I don't think it hurt – you didn't flinch,
but stood there calmly while I stroked your head.
I'll never forget your grave little face -
and the relief as the tears fell.
Ezna Stephna
It was really very sad, it touched my heart and gave a shake.... i lost my buddy (he was just not a year old too ...... well it is so nicely expressed.
It was really very sad, it touched my heart and gave a shake.... i lost my buddy (he was just not a year old too ...... well it is so nicely expressed.
Ken e Hall
So so sad, very heart rending... I just had to cuddle Beau my ten yr old poodle who is blind...regards
So so sad, very heart rending... I just had to cuddle Beau my ten yr old poodle who is blind...regards
heather wilkins
sad but beautifully written. I can relate.
sad but beautifully written. I can relate.
Andrew Blakemore
An moving piece and written from the heart Alison, beautifully described as always. x
An moving piece and written from the heart Alison, beautifully described as always. x
Abhinav Baruah
Heart touching.. I can relate it as I lost my one lovely "MOTO" few years back! TFS
Heart touching.. I can relate it as I lost my one lovely "MOTO" few years back! TFS
Prashant Shaurya
Sometime back, I watched a movie called 'Marley and Me'. and this was the first time in my life I shed tears while watching a movie. madam, this one had a similar effect on me.. this is something we cannot define, as it is love in its impeccably purest form.. regards prashant
Sometime back, I watched a movie called 'Marley and Me'. and this was the first time in my life I shed tears while watching a movie. madam, this one had a similar effect on me.. this is something we cannot define, as it is love in its impeccably purest form.. regards prashant
Munia Khan
This is such an aching verse to recite Allie...I can feel the sadness.And you have penned it so well with all the love you have for Ella.Excellent work.Enjoyed it so much
This is such an aching verse to recite Allie...I can feel the sadness.And you have penned it so well with all the love you have for Ella.Excellent work.Enjoyed it so much
Michael S. Simpson
We their Gods, and they ours, teaching us how to die trusting. I lost my beloved dachsund friend Drusel not long ago. Beautiful write-- thanks.
We their Gods, and they ours, teaching us how to die trusting. I lost my beloved dachsund friend Drusel not long ago. Beautiful write-- thanks.
nimal dunuhinga
Painful the wound that takes a long time to heal!
Painful the wound that takes a long time to heal!
Frederick Kesner
You have to be strong to let go. Sometimes against all sense and logic it is the kinder thing to do. I've as a child always wanted a dachs... but had to let go of others in my time. This is a poem of one that knows love both in the giving and the receiving.
You have to be strong to let go. Sometimes against all sense and logic it is the kinder thing to do. I've as a child always wanted a dachs... but had to let go of others in my time. This is a poem of one that knows love both in the giving and the receiving.
eleanor prince
I'm moved as I read what must have been an incredible moment... There's nothing quite like the hold of such a loving connection... nor more painful than such loss. Well written, Allie
I'm moved as I read what must have been an incredible moment... There's nothing quite like the hold of such a loving connection... nor more painful than such loss. Well written, Allie
Leonard Dabydeen
So sad, Allie...parting hurts deep inside. A painful write. Blessings.
So sad, Allie...parting hurts deep inside. A painful write. Blessings.
Jerry Hughes
...she was our little girl and she's left an irreplaceable gap in my life. I'll always miss her.
...she was our little girl and she's left an irreplaceable gap in my life. I'll always miss her.
Aria
Oh, Allie, I’m so sorry! Loving a dog so much and making the hard decision when you know it’s the kindest thing ... you’ve written well of one of the small tragedies that we all know and experience.....lovingly written. I feel your tears.
Oh, Allie, I’m so sorry! Loving a dog so much and making the hard decision when you know it’s the kindest thing ... you’ve written well of one of the small tragedies that we all know and experience.....lovingly written. I feel your tears.
Susan Jarvis
Oh, so many will relate to this heart-rending moment, and you express it so vividly, honestly and poignantly... the closing couplet speaks volumes of your special relationship with little Ella, and hers with you... such trust, love and dignity. You have my wholehearted sympathy. x
Oh, so many will relate to this heart-rending moment, and you express it so vividly, honestly and poignantly... the closing couplet speaks volumes of your special relationship with little Ella, and hers with you... such trust, love and dignity. You have my wholehearted sympathy. x
carol
so heartbreaking when this happens
so heartbreaking when this happens
sonetta
this is so sad Allison...but what's so most touching about it is the trust and understanding that the dog seems to have that you (and the vet) know what's best for her.....your love for little Ella equals her love for you....
this is so sad Allison...but what's so most touching about it is the trust and understanding that the dog seems to have that you (and the vet) know what's best for her.....your love for little Ella equals her love for you....
PrEmJi PrEmJi
very sad... painful situation of loss...
very sad... painful situation of loss...
James T. Adair
Allison, I feel sad for you reading this as I have two miniature dachshunds, a little boy who just turned 12 and a little girl who is 3. They are more like little children than dogs and they are the most loving little creatures that could only be described as angels. They are also among the bravest of creatures. I had a beagle that I had to have put to sleep a few years ago and I know how hard that is. So I know how sad you must feel. Here's a poem that you may have heard before but it might offer a little comfort: Just this side of heaven is a place called Rainbow Bridge. When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to Rainbow Bridge. There are meadows and hills for all of our special friends so they can run and play together. There is plenty of food, water and sunshine, and our friends are warm and comfortable. All the animals who had been ill and old are restored to health and vigor. Those who were hurt or maimed are made whole and strong again, just as we remember them in our dreams of days and times gone by. The animals are happy and content, except for one small thing; they each miss someone very special to them, who had to be left behind. They all run and play together, but the day comes when one suddenly stops and looks into the distance. His bright eyes are intent. His eager body quivers. Suddenly he begins to run from the group, flying over the green grass, his legs carrying him faster and faster. You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet, you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted again. The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress the beloved head, and you look once more into the trusting eyes of your pet, so long gone from your life but never absent from your heart. Then you cross Rainbow Bridge together.... Author unknown...
Allison, I feel sad for you reading this as I have two miniature dachshunds, a little boy who just turned 12 and a little girl who is 3. They are more like little children than dogs and they are the most loving little creatures that could only be described as angels. They are also among the bravest of creatures. I had a beagle that I had to have put to sleep a few years ago and I know how hard that is. So I know how sad you must feel. Here's a poem that you may have heard before but it might offer a little comfort: Just this side of heaven is a place called Rainbow Bridge. When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to Rainbow Bridge. There are meadows and hills for all of our special friends so they can run and play together. There is plenty of food, water and sunshine, and our friends are warm and comfortable. All the animals who had been ill and old are restored to health and vigor. Those who were hurt or maimed are made whole and strong again, just as we remember them in our dreams of days and times gone by. The animals are happy and content, except for one small thing; they each miss someone very special to them, who had to be left behind. They all run and play together, but the day comes when one suddenly stops and looks into the distance. His bright eyes are intent. His eager body quivers. Suddenly he begins to run from the group, flying over the green grass, his legs carrying him faster and faster. You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet, you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted again. The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress the beloved head, and you look once more into the trusting eyes of your pet, so long gone from your life but never absent from your heart. Then you cross Rainbow Bridge together.... Author unknown...
Lynda Robson
Awwww, this is so sad, heart breaking write,
Awwww, this is so sad, heart breaking write,
Sandra Martyres
Allie this is such a sensitive write. My heart goes out to you as I have faced aa similar situation - a loving dog having to go through the green jelly in the syringe routine. God bless your kind heart.
Allie this is such a sensitive write. My heart goes out to you as I have faced aa similar situation - a loving dog having to go through the green jelly in the syringe routine. God bless your kind heart.
tom balch
My poem "Never Again" sums up my feelings on this one Alison. Sadness well penned.
My poem "Never Again" sums up my feelings on this one Alison. Sadness well penned.
Kamala
A poem that touches heart deep...very deep. Our love for the near and loved ones, comes to a zenith when we meet their loss. A quiet beautiful one.
A poem that touches heart deep...very deep. Our love for the near and loved ones, comes to a zenith when we meet their loss. A quiet beautiful one.
Karin Anderson
A sensitively written and special poem Alison and I have never owned a dog but I know she would have been part of your heart. Your poem is so effective and "the liquid in the syringe shone like green jelly" is as if you are talking to your own child with tenderness and deep love. Big hugs from me to Alison~~~
A sensitively written and special poem Alison and I have never owned a dog but I know she would have been part of your heart. Your poem is so effective and "the liquid in the syringe shone like green jelly" is as if you are talking to your own child with tenderness and deep love. Big hugs from me to Alison~~~
Fay Slimm
This has to relate to so many who have had to do this Allie and can never forget that last look. I know cos I too have been there - - little Ella trusted right to the end as did my Jesse and the kindest is letting them go but the hardest is taking them. - -yes a lot more readers will relate to the feeling but unable to write it as you have right here - -and no doubt like me will want to re-read this again.... I must bookmark this last exchanged look. - - big hugs now from Fay. xxxx
This has to relate to so many who have had to do this Allie and can never forget that last look. I know cos I too have been there - - little Ella trusted right to the end as did my Jesse and the kindest is letting them go but the hardest is taking them. - -yes a lot more readers will relate to the feeling but unable to write it as you have right here - -and no doubt like me will want to re-read this again.... I must bookmark this last exchanged look. - - big hugs now from Fay. xxxx
Meggie Gultiano
Ali, we owned a Dachshund and she was with us for only three months.I know how it is to lose a dog,much more for this kind of dog , my favorite pet.This is a very tender and loving tribute to your beloved pet.So this is Ella, that you have mentioned to me a while ago. This is a heart tugging piece.
Ali, we owned a Dachshund and she was with us for only three months.I know how it is to lose a dog,much more for this kind of dog , my favorite pet.This is a very tender and loving tribute to your beloved pet.So this is Ella, that you have mentioned to me a while ago. This is a heart tugging piece.
magnolia
oh Alison, how I feel for you or the person that has to go through this. A tender poem on the heartbreak, and yes,relief that it is over for a beloved pet. Maggie
oh Alison, how I feel for you or the person that has to go through this. A tender poem on the heartbreak, and yes,relief that it is over for a beloved pet. Maggie
Chanced upon this beautiful verson Alison...always hard to lose a friend...my belated sorrow. Dorothy A Poet Who Loves To Sing