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Ojo ❤️

ojo23

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On monday i found out my boy had to be put down today, due to his tumour growing rapidly and his little legs being infected. I don’t even know where to begin. You were my everything and more these past 7 years. I truly believe the universe wanted us to be together. We had a very special bond i will never ever forget. I remember when i was 10/11 making powerpoints to my mum begging to get a guinea pig, and on my birthday we went and bought you and your brother, the best gift i have ever had. You had a personality as soon as i took you home, when you would popcorn around your cage and run through your orange tunnel and squeak for carrots and spinach every time you heard someone walk past or even the sound of the fridge opening! You have and always be the best boy. Over the past couple years i think we grew closer, i remember when i was studying for my exams this year and the night before my physics exam i was really nervous and he was out of his cage and came over and rubbed his head on my leg, it was like he knew i needed that, it was like he was saying ‘good luck mummy’ i know it sounds silly but he always just knew when i needed him. I’m almost away to uni to study physics and i’ll always think of that little story, i believe he was my little good luck charm, and he always will be in my heart. He was so smart, i did this little whistle and he would run over to me and sit himself on my foot, we used to run around upstairs and he would chase after my feet and have a big carrot afterwards. It’s so hard looking back at all the memories as i know i will never be able to make them again, however i know in his final week he was no longer able to do the things he loved, like running around with me or even just jumping up to lie on his hay bed. He was a big chunk of love and i will always, always remember him. I know he is no longer physically here, but he will always be with me, always be in my heart, this isn’t a goodbye just a goodnight, a see you soon almost. I think what’s hard now is just letting go, knowing that was the last bag of spinach i’ll ever have to buy, no more christmas presents or birthday presents, no more hugs no more kisses. It’s just hard. I think i’ve already said enough but it’s good to get it out. I know putting you to sleep was the best thing i could have done for you, but it was the hardest decision i’ve ever ever had to make. I’m staring at his cage right now, waiting for his little head to pop out, squeaking for some spinach and a rub on the chin. I’m so sorry i had to say goodbye ojo, but i want you to know i love you and will never stop loving you. He has been reunited with his brother, and i know is munching on the biggest carrot . You are free now son and i can’t wait to see you on the other side of the rainbow bridge. I cant wait to do our whistle and to see you run over and rub your little head on me. Thank you for everything, all the memories, all the laughs. everything. Yesterday we went and bought so much veggies and fruit and put it all on a tray and watched him inhale it all, that brought so much joy. Thank you for everything son. Mummy loves you and always will. Rest easy and goodnight ❤️
 

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Sorry for your loss. Ojo was obviously a very loved piggy and had a wonderful life with you. Sleep tight Ojo.
 
Be kind to yourself and give yourself time and space to grieve.
Ojo was clearly a very special and dearly loved piggy.
 
Someone much wiser than I once said that while we have our pets for some of our lives, they have us for all of their life. It sounds like Ojo, had a wonderful life with and I am sure he felt lucky to have you for his life.
 
Your beautiful tribute reduced me to tears. You had to make the hardest decision, but the right one for your beloved piggy. Keep his memory in your heart and he will always be with you although it will be difficult for you for a while.
Take care of yourself.
Popcorn free beautiful soul xx 🌈
 
What a beautiful tribute. It shines out how much love you had for this little man. He was lucky to have had such a kind and loving home with you. It’s heartbreaking when we have to make the decision for our pets. But sparing him any further pain and discomfort was the kindest act of love. Go easy on yourself. You’ve had a tough few days.
 
So sad 😢 Ojo will be willing you on to do well at uni, like before your physics exam, but from over the rainbow bridge 🌈
 
What wonderful tribute to a much loved piggy. Ojo was so lucky to find you!

Unfortunately, the more you love, the more you have to grieve; they are the two sides of the same coin. But without the shade, the light of love would shine out as brightly. Please be kind to yourself while you are going through your grieving process and seek trained help if you need it. We can sadly never choose when and what from our piggies die; only what kind of life we give them while they are with us - and Olo won't have any complaints in that respect!

Keep in mind that Ojo will always remain a part of you and your life because he has helped to make you who you are in the time he shared your life and can even continue to shape your future in the choice you make, based on your experiences with him. He will always live on in your heart and your thoughts.

You may find our grieving guide with further resource links helpful: Human Bereavement: Grieving, Coping and Support Links for Guinea Pig Owners and Their Children
 
What a beautiful tribute to your precious boy Ojo. I'm so sorry you had to make the heartbreaking decision to let him go, but know he is out of pain and you made the decision with love and kindness. He clearly was very loved and had an amazing life.
Sleep tight little man, enjoy the rainbow bridge 💕🌈
 
I’m so sorry you had to say your last goodbye to Ojo, it’s such a sad time, sending hugs x
Sleep tight little Ojo 🌈
 
What a lovely tribute to your beautiful boy, I’m so sorry you lost him. It sounds like he was very much loved and had a great life with you. Big hugs x
Sleep tight gorgeous Ojo ❤️ xx
 
Than you everyone, it’s just so hard right now. I do t when it’s time to pack away his cage, or the carrots in my room he didn’t get to finish. Thank you everyone for your kind words, i appreciate it very much xx
 
What a wonderful tribute to your beloved piggy. Ojo was lucky to have found you and has had a home were he was loved and cared for all his life. Sending big hugs. :hug:
Sleep tight handsome boy. 🌈 ❤️
 
A wonderful tribute for a wonderful piggy. He was loved his whole life. Take care ❤️
 
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