My Sweet little Daisy XX

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Hi everyone,

A few members may remember reading my post about introducing Maisy & Daisy (Mum and Daughter). Here is the thread, should anyone fancy a read........... http://www.theguineapigforum.co.uk/showthread.php?t=47664

However, since little Daisy was laid to rest, I really have been very upset and distraught. Unfortunately, I'm feeling a little down to start with, so I know the death of Daisy feels even worse and if I was feeling better in myself, I would probably be able to cope better.

I find I'm looking at her piccies on my phone and camera and also going through my mind of the time we spent during the early hours of each morning, when I fed her the critical care food. She was such a little dainty thing, never really run away when you attempted to pick her up, but just stayed where she was. Plus, after a few mouthfuls of food and/or syrine feeding, she used to look up at me as if to say, "hey Mum, I'm eating this all up".

I also feel I should have checked her feet sooner, but the focus was entirely on the critical care feeding. The sores must have appeared within a couple of days, as we didn't see them there before the visit to the vets on the Monday. I know she wasn't well, but the fact that she was eating and pooping was a massive progress.

Maybe I'm dwelling on her death too much, given my own circumstances, but I just miss her soo much. I love Maisy (her Mum) to pieces too though, she has an entirely different personality, but is slowly becoming acquainted with being picked up and cwtched. I have had her in the run each day in our lounge, or outside if the weather is nice. The new hutch which was for both of them and is all set up ready for the nice weather. I will endeavour to find a companion for Maisy, as I feel she is sad without Daisy, and that feeling cannot be nice for her at all.

I'm sorry to off load, but I have appreciated the very kind words from those who commented on the above thread, together with the endless and positive advice. Without any of that, Daisy wouldn't have got as far as she did. So thank you my special friends. XX :rose

Maisy (Mum)
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Little Daisy with a daisy in her hair
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Daisy (I love this photo)
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Maisy & Daisy
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Such beautiful girls and lovely photos. Daisy was obviously loved very deeply and these must be difficult days for you. It's good that you and Maisy can comfort each other through this time.

Goodnight sweet Daisy. :rose
 
I'm really sorry to hear about little Daisy 8...8...8...
RIP Daisy run free at the bridge, enjoy munching on the lush grass and clover and popcorning with new mates, you'll be so sadly missed but NEVER forgotten by your little mummy Maisy and your human mummy xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
(((((((((((((((((HUGS))))))))))))))))) and lots of loves from us all xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Another little star now twinkling in the sky .......... :(
 
You already know that I followed your thread and really hoped for the best, for sweet little Daisy. That was a fittingly beautiful tribute for Daisy, such a beautiful piggy. The photos are lovely and I'm glad that you find some comfort from looking through those. You obviously have wonderful memories to cherish and, although it probably won't seem like it now, it won't always be so painful to reflect.

We were all very touched and inspired by your love and care for Daisy, in her time of need, and you did everything you could. I completely understand how heartbreaking it is to lose a piggy, especially under such difficult circumstances, but just remember what a wonderful life she had with you. I know your time together was sadly not as long as you'd wished for but she was so lucky to find you. It's the quality of life she enjoyed that really matters - you showed her true love and I'm sure she knew that.

Look after yourself and the beautiful Maisy - you can help eachother. Feel free to pm me any time x
 
Aww, thank you, just reading what you've all said has made me fill up again. Thanks for being caring and understanding. I know I'm maudlin on a bit, but I guess it must be going through the motions. The feeling of wanting to cry is there, in my throat, all the time. Just wish it would ease. I need to find a little friend for Maisy now, who is, very sad indeed. XX
 
That was such a beautiful tribute to your darling piggy. There will come a time when it won't be so painful. People say it gets better with time but I think that when you love someone or something that much, I feel it is only that it becomes more distant in your memory. I still cry for my pets who have crossed the bridge, even though it was years ago.
Please feel free to pm if you need to unload any more.

RIP Daisy, another little piggy angel in heaven. x x
 
Daisy was a very pretty piggie and I'm sorry she is no longer with you. Its only natural to go through 'what ifs' when you lose a pet. Your care and dedication to Daisy shines through and you done everything you could for this little one. Daisy will be safely at the bridge now and her memories will live forever in your heart. So sorry..
 
Thank you everyone, this all means a lot and it does help to read what you say and I hope it will be easier with time. Only went to the vets again today with our yorkie, Ozzy for a check up, and the vet who laid Daisy to sleep asked how I was etc, and I wanted to fill up again. Sometimes I'm just speechless and don't know what to say............:(

I've emailed one of the rehoming centres this evening to enquire on a friend for Maisy. :)

Maisy actually came to the run door when I came home from work this evening as if to say "hi", so this was reassuring.

Thank you again. XX
 
I am so sorry that Daisy didn't make it despite your best efforts - it is so difficult to let go when you fight so hard!

Daisy with her little daisy in her hair is adorable, and I am sure that eventually you will come to cherish your precious time with her.

My best wishes for finding a new best friend for Maisie! I hope that the search and the excitement of a new guinea pig will help to cheer you up without taking anyting away from the natural grief you are feeling right now.
 
Thank you again. :)

I'm still looking for a companion for Maisy. No luck as yet with the lovely lady from Glynneath, but I'm going to keep in touch with her every few days.

Been tearful today, especially this morning after going through some notes I made at the time of feeding Daisy in the early hours, so I wouldn't forget to remember how much fluid she had etc. Even bought her the probiotic powder that one of the girls here recommended and the tonic (which, I've since taken a bit for myself, lol). At least I can keep the things I bought for safe keeping. Even bought the baby food aswell. rolleyes
 
Give yourself the time to grieve - you have given Daisy time and effort beyond call and have created a very deep bond.

The first few days and weeks are always the hardest when so many reminders are still around that rip your bleeding wound open again.
 
I'm so sorry that Daisy has not made it. She's been a trooper, going through a war. Believe me, you couldn't have done any better. You were FANTASTIC! Your posts were SO DETAILED, it was easy to tell that you would do anything for your pigs. Again ,I'm really sorry for your loss. RIP Daisy - you will ALWAYS be remembered.

You and Maisy, feel better xx
 
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