Cookie

[RobbieH]

It's okay thank you for the advice I will follow it

 

[elusive]

I’m so sorry Robbie, it is so hard when we lose them, you gave Cookie such a great life & so much love & care, he couldn’t have asked for more.
Nothing much will comfort you right now but he passed quietly & peacefully in his own home, an old man going into his forever sleep with no pain or distress, that was the best way for him & I hope you can take some small comfort in that.
My heart goes out to you & you are in my thoughts.

 

[RobbieH]

Thank you Elusive it really means a lot to me

 

[RobbieH]

I feel in so much shock on how quickly it must of happend I cut a small slice of cucumber up for him at the beginning of the night as a little treat I heard him walking around he even got on his wheel for a bit and then at about 1am I decided I would check on him to see how he is doing at that's when I saw him laid In the middle of his cage he was still somewhat warm. But kinda cold at the same time I held him for half an hour whilst crying my eyes out. He had taken a bite out of his cucumber and went and put it in his food storage I really hope it was painless for him
I love him so much

 

[RobbieH]

His eyes were open somewhat and so was his mouth I really hope this means it was really quick and not painful

 

[elusive]

I think it always comes as a shock even when we know their time might be near, it’s not something you can ever really prepare yourself for.
All the things you describe say to me that he didn’t suffer & wasn’t in pain, the spirit was still there & he wanted to carry on with normal things like enjoying food & getting in his wheel, there is no sign of suffering there Robbie, he was just getting weaker recently, their bodies age in spite of their spirit & when the body is finally too weak to carry on they just slip away, go to sleep & don’t feel pain.
His eyes & mouth being open are normal too, it doesn’t mean he was suffering.

 

[Member ID2]

Oh Robbie, i am so sorry for your loss and know only too well how you feel.

Cookie was loved and cared for all his life and he happily lived to an old age. When he was ready to make his way to the rainbow bridge his path was easy and peaceful. He was a very lucky hamster.

It's incredibly hard when we lose our little friends and we are here for you.

 

[RainbowBrite]

Oh, Robbie, I am so very sorry to hear such sad news. I understand what a huge shock this is. I hope you can take some comfort in knowing Cookie was so loved and happy. You gave Cookie so much love and he always looked happy.

Please be gentle with yourself and know we are all here to support you.

 

[RobbieH]

Thank you so much it really means a lot I am sure cookie would appreciate all your love and support

 

[Frida]

I'm so very sorry for your loss. You and Cookie are in my thoughts and prayers. Sending hugs

 

[RobbieH]

Thank you so much guys I would feel so much worse without all your support for Me and Cookie

 

[Coco61]

Robbie, like the others, I was so sad for you to hear about Cookie’s passing to the rainbow bridge
We all understand how you are feeling as the sense of loss is huge. Small though Cookie was, he became a big part of your life and will remain in your heart.
As an older hamster begins to fade away, it is always comforting to know it was quick, painless and with dignity in their own home. You gave Cookie the very best life with love and care and he responded to that.

 

[RobbieH]

Thank you so much everyone it means a lot

 

[Hamster Haven]

Hi Robbie. I'm behind on the hamster diaries and just saw this. I'm so sorry for your loss. As you said, it does feel shocking and sudden, but Cookie was so lucky to have had such a loving owner.

 

[RobbieH]

Thank you so much clacombe it means a lot and thank you once again to everyone else

 

[RobbieH]

Just wanted to thank you all again all your support through cookies life means a lot to me I am doing a bit better now with accepting it I am grateful that he passed away in a peaceful way in an environment he was comfortable in and at an old man age
Thanks guys

 

[Member ID2]

I know it didn't feel like that to you at the time but Cookie had a perfect hamster life and a perfect end to a long life.
Saying that doesn't make you miss him any less, i know but i'm glad that you are starting to feel better.

 

[RainbowBrite]

It is so lovely to get an update from you and hear you are okay. Little Cookie was so loved by you and all he knew was love and good care.

 

[elusive]

Thanks for letting us know how you’re doing Robbie, I’m glad you are beginning to feel a little better able to accept your loss of Cookie, he did have the best life & care with you & those memories will always be with you, the peaceful end to his happy life is a blessing & I’m glad that has helped you too.

 

[Zara]

Hi Robbie, so sorry for your loss of Cookie It always comes as a shock to lose a pet so dearly loved.

Pleased you are starting to feel a little better. Hold on to all the lovely memories and photos you have of all the good times spent together. Sending hugs, Take care.