By JDCH_99 - 27/08/2015 15:36 - Canada - Toronto

Today, on my daughter's 9th birthday, I have to let her know that her dog died in his sleep overnight. Happy birthday. FML
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JDCH_99 10

OP here -- we told her. We didn't have a choice. She was devastated and will be for some time. She's spent considerable time at farms, so she gets the whole cycle-of-life thing but it's different when there is an emotional connection. There won't be any dogs in the near future. Maybe in the spring we can talk about adopting a rescue dog.

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ExtremeEncounter 32

What? On practically the same day her dog died? Most people grieve for a while before they just up and get a new dog/pet.

juturnaamo 29

She's 9, she's going to notice her dog is missing.

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Actually, that's one happy dog, I must tell you.

Hope your ok, sorry about the loss of your dog

My heart breaks for her. I had a puppy that died on my 13th birthday. It really takes the fun out of a birthday. I'm sorry.

That is so sad, my heart goes out to you and your daughter, but think of the joy a new puppy would bring! It's also a good lesson on the circle of life - I hope you're all able to find a way to enjoy the day

Xobubblyxo 23

Same thing happened to me on my birthday when I was 10 except it was my cat. I was so confused so please explain this to her!

JDCH_99 10

OP here -- we told her. We didn't have a choice. She was devastated and will be for some time. She's spent considerable time at farms, so she gets the whole cycle-of-life thing but it's different when there is an emotional connection. There won't be any dogs in the near future. Maybe in the spring we can talk about adopting a rescue dog.

try considering an older dog! once dogs are no longer puppies people aren't as interested in adopting them and are often euthanized. it would be awesome to give a dog who needs the love a great home like I'm sure yours is :)

I am so sorry for your loss OP. A dog can be like part of the family and it is sad to have to say goodbye, especially at a young age and on her birthday.

I'm so sorry about your loss. I know exactly how your daughter feels (and you too). My dog who I had since I was 7 passed away almost 3 months ago. She was really sick and had to be put down. She was 16 and my best friend. I miss her so much

Redgy22 26

Don't do it!!! Say you took the dog to a Dog camp for a few days... anything. This is something she will always remember & associate with her birthday.

That's a bad idea. It's horrible dealing with a loss on such a special day to her, but it if he lied to her? She would never forgive him. It's just best to tell her the truth then just let things past.

avila_boy22 12

Sounds like a trip to the petshop might be underway