Saying Goodbye

miranda currie

miranda currie

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So yesterday was an extremely hard day. I had to have both my boys put to sleep. My little Branston and Pickle had been with me for nearly 7.5 years. They were old boys and Pickle had had his fair share of treatment for lumps and eye problems. I took them to the vets yesterday for treatment in the hope that she could give Branston something for his weight loss and Pickle something to reduce the cyst again, or what I thought was a cyst, so I expected I would be bringing them home, but when she clipped and shaved Pickle I was astounded at the size of the mass on his side, which she said looked more like a tumor now. The vet also said that my little Branston was not taking in nutrients even though he was eating. I had only come back from holiday on the Friday, so had noticed his weight loss. Any way, I guess I wasn't prepared to say goodbye to them, even though it was time to let go. They were always together, never apart. Branston used to cry for Pickle. They were a huge part of my world, my boys and my babies. I feel totally lost now. I'm glad in one way that they were together and I know that 7.5 is a fantastic age for piggies, but this grief and emptiness is awful. I have been unable to have children so in some ways my boys helped me cope with that and the loss of my parents too. They were so special and probably didn't know it. I know this forum is a good place to share and that people 'get it'. I feel so tearful and empty. I know it will get better in time, but my god they leave such an impression on your heart. I feel totally heartbroken. I know they will be at peace now and together too. How do other people deal with their piggy loss please? They were my first piggies and such a huge part of my life x
 

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Wow you have really lost a massive amount of love and memories.
You know deep down that your piggies were very special and yes 7.5 years is a long time.
Dig deep don't look at the void which is created by them not being here but at a token for the love and fun having them.
I'm sure you receive some advise from others on here but I can say yes I do "get it'
RIP. Branston and Pickle.
Skip away guys at Rainbow World.
 
David Pet Lover said:
Wow you have really lost a massive amount of love and memories.
You know deep down that your piggies were very special and yes 7.5 years is a long time.
Dig deep don't look at the void which is created by them not being here but at a token for the love and fun having them.
I'm sure you receive some advise from others on here but I can say yes I do "get it'
RIP. Branston and Pickle.
Skip away guys at Rainbow World.
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David Pet Lover said:
Wow you have really lost a massive amount of love and memories.
You know deep down that your piggies were very special and yes 7.5 years is a long time.
Dig deep don't look at the void which is created by them not being here but at a token for the love and fun having them.
I'm sure you receive some advise from others on here but I can say yes I do "get it'
RIP. Branston and Pickle.
Skip away guys at Rainbow World.
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Thankyou ❤️❤️
 
It's not easy losing a piggie especially them you had for so long.
We here on this forum have many of us lost them and we pain because the little poop machines are special.
I lost one while ago and i struggled here I found help and understanding.
Now I have 5. 1 poorly so I soon have to let go. But I know if I need help it's on here. x
You never forget your piggies but the pain in time does get better. Dave. x
 
David Pet Lover said:
It's not easy losing a piggie especially them you had for so long.
We here on this forum have many of us lost them and we pain because the little poop machines are special.
I lost one while ago and i struggled here I found help and understanding.
Now I have 5. 1 poorly so I soon have to let go. But I know if I need help it's on here. x
You never forget your piggies but the pain in time does get better. Dave. x
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I know and thank you. Sorry for your losses too x
 
Oh I’m so sorry you have lost little Branston and Pickle, that’s a lovely photo of them. Hold on to your wonderful memories of them, I can understand how ever special they were to you. Losing our piggies does leave a huge whole in our heart’s and it hurts, but it shows you’ve loved and cared. They have had a wonderful life with you and knew you loved them dearly. Sleep tight little Branston and Pickle x
 
Bill & Ted said:
Oh I’m so sorry you have lost little Branston and Pickle, that’s a lovely photo of them. Hold on to your wonderful memories of them, I can understand how ever special they were to you. Losing our piggies does leave a huge whole in our heart’s and it hurts, but it shows you’ve loved and cared. They have had a wonderful life with you and knew you loved them dearly. Sleep tight little Branston and Pickle x
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Thank you for your kind words x
 
We most certainly do get it, I’ve only ever lost one piggy (poor wee Smudge) and the grief is unbearable, I think only only thing you can do is wait, some people say they make photo albums but I couldn’t do that, I cried whenever I thought of him, you might want to though, wish you all the best
 
I am so sorry for the loss of your gorgeous boys, to lose one piggy is hard but two :( Massive hugs to you, please try and remember they had the most amazing life with you

Sleep well little ones
RIP Branston & Pickles
x x
 
It’s hard to say goodbye. When I lost my dear Farley boy last month, I couldn’t stand him not being here. I found that every song on the radio I could somehow relate to the death of my dear boy. I wouldn’t say I have moved on yet. I find myself spreading a few tears for him every now and then. I even had a hard time burrying him because I wasn’t ready to say goodbye. I guess what I’m saying is give yourself time. When I grieve an animal I usually feel inspired to start writing so I wrote a poem for him. Maybe it will cheer you up? It can really work for any pig, as long as you change the name and the year.22B20FBF-EE0A-401A-8EB8-A3F386D73BAD.webpsorry for my long message. I am deeply sorry for your loss.
Sending virtual hug.
 
Sappyshelly said:
It’s hard to say goodbye. When I lost my dear Farley boy last month, I couldn’t stand him not being here. I found that every song on the radio I could somehow relate to the death of my dear boy. I wouldn’t say I have moved on yet. I find myself spreading a few tears for him every now and then. I even had a hard time burrying him because I wasn’t ready to say goodbye. I guess what I’m saying is give yourself time. When I grieve an animal I usually feel inspired to start writing so I wrote a poem for him. Maybe it will cheer you up? It can really work for any pig, as long as you change the name and the year.View attachment 102086sorry for my long message. I am deeply sorry for your loss.
Sending virtual hug.
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Thank you. That is such a wonderful idea and the poem brought tears to my eyes. So sorry for your loss of your boy too. Xx
 
Sophie Blane said:
We most certainly do get it, I’ve only ever lost one piggy (poor wee Smudge) and the grief is unbearable, I think only only thing you can do is wait, some people say they make photo albums but I couldn’t do that, I cried whenever I thought of him, you might want to though, wish you all the best
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Thank you, I have many pictures and videos of my boys, I am going to get them uploaded and also get a special frame for them so I can put a picture up. Sorry to hear about your loss too. It's heartbreaking but in time I know it will get easier xx
 
So sorry for your loss.
It must have been a shock, no matter how old they are it doesn't make it any easier.
I totally understand what you feel, I lost my two boys Fred and George aged six and a half.
Take time to grieve, it can be so hard and there is no easy or quick fix.
Some find photos, memory boxes, songs or poems helpful. Do what ever works for you. Branston and Pickles clearly had a wonderful loving life with you.I
Sleep tight little piggies.xx
 
rhymer said:
So sorry for your loss.
It must have been a shock, no matter how old they are it doesn't make it any easier.
I totally understand what you feel, I lost my two boys Fred and George aged six and a half.
Take time to grieve, it can be so hard and there is no easy or quick fix.
Some find photos, memory boxes, songs or poems helpful. Do what ever works for you. Branston and Pickles clearly had a wonderful loving life with you.I
Sleep tight little piggies.xx
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Thank you and sorry for your loss too. They are wonderful little creatures xx
 
So very sorry for your loss.
Losing one is hard enough, losing both without having time to prepare yourself is devastating.
You must feel shell shocked.
Time will heal but Branston and Pickle will always live in your heart.
Be patient and gentle with yourself as you grieve.
We are here for you
 
Merab's Slave said:
So very sorry for your loss.
Losing one is hard enough, losing both without having time to prepare yourself is devastating.
You must feel shell shocked.
Time will heal but Branston and Pickle will always live in your heart.
Be patient and gentle with yourself as you grieve.
We are here for you
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Thank you so much for your kind words and support xx
 
I’m so sorry that you had to say goodbye to both your piggies. Treasure their memories and the fact they were loved and well cared for. Not all piggies get this kind of life. Take your time to grieve, as they take a piece of your heart with them when they go. X
 
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