Comments on: Reopening the door for a Boston terrier

By: smoketoomuch

smoketoomuch — Thu, 22 Nov 2012 21:17:33 +0000

After the death of my beloved Main Coon cat “Gypsy” (from a stroke followed by a cerebral hemorrhage) at only 13, I too took the path of no more pets. The depth of my sorrow at her loss, coupled with the lack of empathy and understanding from those around me left me with no other choice, or so I thought at the time. That was may years ago now, and though I still grieve the loss, and miss her greatly, serendipity brought a new animal into my life – our (now 6 year old) Pomeranian “Haley-Bear”. It’s wonderful to once again have the love and devotion of an animal, and though I know that she too will one day depart this life, I regret my earlier decision to live without the joy a companion animal in my life. Besides, there are too many cats and dogs in shelters waiting for their forever home. Pets make us complete, they have much to teach without uttering a single word, and all they ask for in return is care and attention. Never again will I be without a cat or a dog in my life.

By: john

john — Fri, 16 Nov 2012 06:11:48 +0000

yes, each dog is an individual, unique in it’s own way, like a person. my boston terrier, sugar, will be eight this thanksgiving. her love has made a tremendous difference in my life. they are a great breed.

By: vida

vida — Tue, 13 Nov 2012 00:21:36 +0000

I can’t imagine the pain of seeing a beloved pet’s resting place desecrated, his body desecrated. That would wreck me, I can understand his wanting to stay safe from that pain. But a dog will find his way into your heart one way or the other and it’s the best place for both of you to have him.

By: KateH

KateH — Tue, 13 Nov 2012 00:11:52 +0000

I always feel sad for people who, after their dog or cat (or other pet) passes on, say “I won’t get another.” To deny yourself the love of a friend, no matter what kind, is, to me, a type of masochism, and totally unhelpful going forward in life. Yes, sometimes your life changes and a pet would require more time/money/space than you can give, and those are far more understandable reasons for not having a pet, but hopefully, you wouldn’t deny yourself the happiness of liking, even searching out, other animals to interact with when you can.