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How To Cope With Bereavement

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Hi all,
Today my poor wee Angus had to be put to sleep. He lost drastic weight and ended up below 800g. Since Tuesday night I've been syringe feeding and he's been in the vet for fluids yesterday then back today.

I've been devastated all week and not functioning at all. Tonight when I went to collect him he could barely hold himself up. It had gone too far. I had to make the decision to let him go.

I can't believe the pain I'm feeling. I've brought his wee body home to bury him myself but I physically don't know how to cope.

His friend is so quiet and obviously missing him too.

I just needed some people who understand to share this with.

My wee Angus is gone.
 
MoorePiggies said:
Hi all,
Today my poor wee Angus had to be put to sleep. He lost drastic weight and ended up below 800g. Since Tuesday night I've been syringe feeding and he's been in the vet for fluids yesterday then back today.

I've been devastated all week and not functioning at all. Tonight when I went to collect him he could barely hold himself up. It had gone too far. I had to make the decision to let him go.

I can't believe the pain I'm feeling. I've brought his wee body home to bury him myself but I physically don't know how to cope.

His friend is so quiet and obviously missing him too.

I just needed some people who understand to share this with.

My wee Angus is gone.
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Aw bless you. I had two guinea pigs previously who have both passed away and Caramel, my first guinea that passed away I had to syringe feed and it was awful, as well as my other guinea pig Cookie, who passed away shortly after her. I can totally relate to how you are feeling right now and you need to remember that you loved him and took care of him and he had a happy life and now he is no longer feeling in pain. Take sometime for yourself and relax and do not blame yourself. I'm sure you loved him very much. I hope you feel better soon. :(
 
@MoorePiggies I'm so sorry. Caring for an ill piggy and then losing them is so draining, both physically and mentally. It is an unfortunate part of loving them so much.

Please take time to mourn him, take as much time as you need. Spoil his friend rotten. In time it will become less difficult and you'll be able to remember the happy times without getting upset.

We all deal with loss differently. I have clean their cage and wash their bedding as soon as I can. Not to remove them from my life but I find it too hard to look at.

I also spend alot more time with my remaining pigs, crying into their hair if I feel like it. Feeding them their favourite treats and watching them get on with their lives.

There are animal bereavement phone lines that you can call if you need someone to physically talk to.

Hugs to you. I hope the hurt goes away soon x
 
It is hard to cope, there's no doubt about it, when you have got so far with grieving, you'll get angry & feel guilty about what you did or didn't do. Perhaps you can start a diary, all the things he used to do & things that made you laugh. Then you can see the change in you regarding Angus. What about a photo album, or a photo in the living room or bedside table. He was a much loved piggie.
One thing you must do & sorry I know your still grieving but you need to get a friend for your other piggy. Last thing you want is for him/her to start pining & go off their food. I put a photo on the wall, above the C&C cages so mine can watch the others play. It's little comforting things like that.
Sleep tight little Angus.
Popcorn over the rainbow bridge
 
I feel exactly the same way after the loss of Sky this week. I understand how you feel.

It feels awful. It's helped me to talk about her and her little quirks but I know we all cope with bereavement and mourning differently.

I hope the pain starts to ease for you.

Huge hugs
 
I'm so sorry for your loss. I and a lot of others know exactly what you're going through so if you ever need to talk feel free to private Message.I am currently syringe feeding a very ill guinea pig and am worried if she'll last till her vet appointment Monday x
 
Gem789 said:
I'm so sorry for your loss. I and a lot of others know exactly what you're going through so if you ever need to talk feel free to private Message.I am currently syringe feeding a very ill guinea pig and am worried if she'll last till her vet appointment Monday x
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Sending prayers to you. I know how hard it is waiting on the next appointment and trying your best to do everything you can.
 
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