Goodbye Mark, our dear son
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- Опубліковано 15 кві 2009
- Mark, our rescue Golden Retriever, during his last hours. He had been suffering from very advanced cancer of the bones and throat.
He was the alpha of our pack of dogs, a fighter - but the last 2 days he had given up his will to live - he stopped eating, drinking and could not stand for more than a minute. He was in terrible pain.
I have been photographing and filming Mark and my other furkids since the day they became a part of the family. I do so because I love them. And this love extends even when they are sick, till the day they have to leave us, and after death.
Many have asked what was the purpose of this video. Here is why. When I was a child, my very first Golden Retriever was diagnosed too with cancer. At the time, my mother and I thought the best thing to do was to let her die naturally. To not 'play God'. She suffered painfully for weeks, yet we still told ourselves not to 'play God'. During her last minutes on earth, she was in such pain she cried a high pitched whine and her whole body shook violently then she went limp. At that point, I knew it was wrong not to have euthanized her weeks ago. I knew, in my heart, that the true reason that my mother and I did not, was not because we loved her, but because we were too selfish to let her go.
I vowed never to repeat this mistake again.
All of us bring our furkids to our home, to be a part of our family. We make efforts from the first day to bring safety, protection, love and happiness to him/her. And I feel, it is our duty to do just that on his/her last day on earth too. Not one of pain, suffering and sadness.
It is my heartfelt wish that more people can see why I, and other people, choose this path. It is a selfless thing to do. And it is the right thing to do. And because I have never seen another video documenting the procedures behind the process here on YT, I felt it would help others understand it better.
Some felt that it was undignifying posting him at this time. Questioning if I myself, would want to be videoed on my death bed. The answer would be yes. I would feel grateful, loved and blessed that friends and family were there till my last breath, and cared enough to want to remember me this way.
And to my Mark, I miss you and hope you are doing well at Rainbow Bridge.
Bless you all. - Домашні улюбленці та дикі тварини
A dog only needs a roof over him, water, and food. And they give you their whole heart without a second thought.
yes. they love their humans more than they love themselves.
AMEN TO THAT AND THE DOG NEEDS LOVE AS WELL
The thought of it, just makes me tear up more. Love, just makes your heart melt like butter under the hot sun, giving it warmth that it needs to become soft as a pillow.
That true my friend they a loyal to human
Yeah i know for over 40 yrs in my experienced
I hate it when someone says " its just a dog". They are part of your family. It hurts so much when you lose a son/daughter, especially when you have them for so long.
Agreed!! Some of these losers on youtube just don't get it
Absolutely
Anyone else crying right now? :'(
I just cried my self into a puddle of tears my brother (dog) was out to sleep today
+Tiberiu Grigorescu i am
I am
+Tiberiu Grigorescu i am
yes me
Losing a dog is like losing a son.
Yes. You're right
That is a very very big saying
Or my daughters in this case. This made me bawl and I thought about that day to come; I pray it's a long way off. Their lives with us are just too short.
welp my dog was like a father to me he almost killed the bullys who attacked me
Even more because some sones are pain in the neck BUT DOG IS ALWAYS VERY LOYAL.
It's so, so terribly sad. I had a German Shepherd for 13 years, and after his death 10 years ago, I still do not know what to do with that pain. I hate to say this, but there were people in my life who passed away, and the depth of grief wasn't even close. I believe because they are unconditionally loving, giving and incredible in every sense, and they give us so much joy, protection, love.
having a pet put to sleep is the ultimate act of love you can show them. You are transferring all their suffering onto yourself......that is love.
well said
I’ve never heard it explained that way in all my years but you’re absolutely right.
Dogs are not our whole life, but they make our lives whole.
I like how you call him your son .. That is what i exactly think about them .. Rest In Peace bro i know your pain .
***** I know your pain. I lost my daughter too . A beautiful Dutch Malinois . Long live to you sir .. My absolute respect. And don't give up on your hopes . She is watching over you .
***** God Bless You too sir .. I salute you !
After 5 years you get your 5th reply🤗
Pets are so loyal,you just can't stand it when then die.So cherish them like how mom and dad cherish us.Dogs are just like our babies.
I've never cried so much in my entire life
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and i thought it was just me
god bless everyone and their dogs
madeleine furmidge I never thought I'd feel this sad when my cute littile beta fish died all because of me...
;o;
In gods loving care.always.💯😭🐕💯
I found my Lucy (a chihuahua/Dachshund mix) in a trash bag on the side of the highway. I knew better than to look in a trash bag on the road but I saw it move and curiosity got the better of me. I look inside to find 8 puppies in there and only one was alive. Someone threw the bag out while driving 60 down the road. I scoop her up and rush to the vet. Not intending to keep her I looked down at her once to see if she was ok (I had her in my lap). This frail little thing licked my hand (as if saying "thank you") and I instantly fell in love with her. She's not a big dog or an overly brave one, but she is MY dog. I will not let her suffer if I can help. Even if it breaks my heart to do so. I found her when I needed her most. After coming home from war and contemplating suicide.
Any updates on Lucy?
Wow what a touching story so sorry to here the other puppy's did not make it I know your dog loves you. Hope your doing better.
Thank you for saving her
I can't stop crying. This must be an impossible decision to make. I hope I'll never have to make the same. I'm so happy Mark found you. May he rest in peace now.
♥ R.I.P. Mark. ♥
He loved you and I know you will see him again someday bless his heart.
This! Beautiful dog! Thank you for loving him.
+Charles Canote 7
They do deserve honor, The moment my golden died, I got on my knees n honor who he is. His name is Hero n he is my true hero n my role model.He is pure n true. He loves his friends. He's gentle n kind. He obey n followed me through pain to death. Even his death he still has been bringing blessing to my life. It humbled my heart toward the things of this world. What a hero they r. Thank you Lord for this great n amazing gift.
As I sit here with tears streaming down my face, I truly feel your pain. Two years ago in August I rescued a little old girl who had been dumped by the side of the road. I named her Baby Girl. I believe she tried to commit suicide because she walked right out in front of a car. Thankfully they got stopped before they hit her. In August of this year she crossed over the Rainbow Bridge. But before she did she knew she was loved and she mattered to her mom (me) and her 3 furbrothers!
I thought it was a beautiful goodbye
I do not believe in euthanizing animal unless there is true need to do so. But I have seen people move and euthanize the dog just because they need a little more care and are getting on with age not reasons to euthanize an animal but when the animal suffers of cancer or some other disease that is very painful I believe it's necessary a dog can live a wonderful long life. But look at what else humans do when our parents get old some people move them out into nursing homes where there is no care and it's a one way in and there's no hope coming back out and it is a death sentence to elderly. In which they may have many more years to live happily outside a nursing home
But there are some people who just find that they get in the way..
I see some people on these videos euthanizing animals to rid themselves of the extra help they may need because they do not have time or the heart to care for the animal especially when they just get old.. I have three dogs,
They were rescue dogs... Always look into your dog's eyes and listen to your dog, dogs are very intelligent creatures as all animals are... Thank God for good people.
Who listen to their cries.......
You did the right thing for Mark. Everyone that has ever had to walk in your shoes knows it is never easy saying goodbye to our beloved furbabies.
RIP MARK
I saw many psychos with absolutely no empathy commenting here. It is so sad, and such a disgrace... I was shattered and heartbroken watching this beautiful goodbye...Goodbyes to incredible loving souls, are so hard...Thank God some people can FEEL... On behalf of all of them, I thank you for sharing this...
I'm with you. God Bless my dearest Zeus also, who died on me recently after 13 beautiful years with us.
vasoula2908 I'm so sorry for your loss. I view videos like this as comforting because I know I'm not alone and that there are very nice people out there who love and respect animals. I don't know what the Jesus guy said yet. I have not read it. There are always going to be trolls online just trying to get some sick pleasure and attention. They just need to be ignored and they need to get a real life.
+vasoula2908 i just watched this video and im wondering why in the hell they needed to film their dog dying? What a bunch of attention whores. seriously. ive been in this moment and not once did I think to take a video , a picture, or anything. i was too busy locked into caring for my dog. this is a video of a dying dog meant to put their owner on a pedestal of grief. greif is a selfish emotion. end of story.
jimiallure
whatever the reason this was uploaded, even if you wouldn't share this with others, that doesn't justify the comments I was critisizing here.
+vasoula2908 it justifies everything. People can what ever they want for whatever reason they want. If you do something so arrogant and selfish as this, you will get backlash. you get backlash for everything in life. get used to it. move on.
..look at the good side he didn't sufferd
R.I.P
The only time a dog will break your heart is when theirs stops beating. 💔
I wrote this poem when I was grieving greatly, thinking about my pets that have passed on and wanted to share it with you. No matter how many years go by, they still leave paw prints on your heart. I have a wonderful 2 year old Golden whom I love with all my heart, and my heart is big enough to love each pet for their own unique personality and gift of love. May your cherished dog Mark live on in your hearts until you meet again at Rainbow Bridge. Take care. xo
THE GOLD HAS TURNED TO GRAY
Under silky brows, brown eyes peek up and gaze upon my face,
They speak to me as no words could,
they show no fear, no not a trace.
The eyes, they say, “I am going home, to my rest and eternal Grace”.
It is hard to accept that the time has come
for him to leave this earthly place.
The eyes, they say, “I’m ready now, despair not, I’ll wait for you,
And until then I’ll romp and play under the golden sun
and delight in the sky so blue”.
It’s so hard to let go, his eyes, they slumber;
it’s time to let him pass through
The Golden Gates of Paradise where his spirit will be renewed.
He’ll wait for me; I know he will - his eyes told me he would stay,
And keep watch over me to ensure I’m safe,
and even though he’s far away
I will sense him near, standing guard;
from my thoughts he will never stray,
He will dwell in my heart forevermore,
even though the gold has turned to gray.
by MsLoriGold (In Memory of All God's Creatures)
MsLoriGold u r heartouching. Beautiful poem ever
Very touching poem. 😭😭😭
Only those who really loved can compose poems as beautiful as this one.
@@huanhuansowner8214 Thank you. What a kind thing to say. ❤️
@@GanpatJejurkar309 thank you so kindly. 💕
It is hard to put your dog down, but your doing him/her a favor.
I know what it's like to lose a friend and family member. I lost 3 labs in 5 years after my wife passed away in 2007. She was a Vet assistant and took very good care of Candice, Neo and Trinity until the end. All of our dogs were older. All rescue. The died one at a time. All had cancer. I just picked up Marley a yellow lab from a soldier who could not take care of him due to an illness. We have been together for 4 years. He is a great dog and I love him so much. We moved from California to Arkansas for my job and he loves chasing squirrels in the back yard. I have told my family to pack my pockets full of treats when I'm buried. I hope the lord will let me give them to them in heaven dog park. God bless you all!
Mark has been running through the fields of eternity for over 15 years now. Thanks for the video and the message! God bless you. 😇💙💜
You absolutely did the right thing. Taking that last walk is the hardest and most selfless thing anybody will do if they really love and care for their suffering pet. I've walked that path many times throughout my life and not once have I ever regretted it. I know when my furbaby is no longer able to themselves and are sick, can't walk, eat and are in extreme pain, then it's time to let them go to Rainbow Bridge...They will be there waiting to greet us when it's our time,, and I know for me there will be lots of them :)
Breaks your heart.. There is no heart beating in this world that can resist the pain which comes through loosing someone so close
I love golden retrievers
As a Golden Retriever owner, I definitely shed a few tears from watching this.
I am so very sorry you had to say goodbye to your precious son. He is so beautiful, and I honor you both for sharing this with us. My heart is with you, and we will see them again. Beautiful Mark was "born a dog" and died and gentleman". I just said goodbye to my beautiful Tina Jane yesterday, and I am shattered. I am lost and don't know what to do. Cancer took her away from me. She was the best daughter a mom could ever ask for. I am so blessed to have shared our life together. She was six weeks old when I rescued her and 12 1/2 when we said goodbye (for now). I've said goodbye to eight of my pets since 2007, and I miss them all every day. R.I.P. precious Mark...you "have" wonderful parents, and you are their angel looking over them every day. Hugs to you all. Another grieving parent, Carole.
I cryed
my 6 year old Pomeranian died about 3 weeks ago he was killed by 2 huskies while he was playing outside, he showed me how to appreciate things since they can suddenly go with out yo expecting it .
God bless your hearts.
Thank you for sharing these last moments of Mark's life. I am so very sorry for your loss. I feel your pain so much, because very soon, my precious girl will have to be euthanized. She is losing her battle with cancer.
IS your dog a boxer my dog was a boxer she died of cancer
dont euthanize unless shes in ALOT of pain u never kno she can survuive
Carol Water
I did the same to my little brother (an English Cocker Spaniel, we grew up together) few years ago, he was suffering from cancer too and one day he just collapsed, breath deeply and could stand up anymore, we went to SPCA in Wanchai, on the way he couldn't even hold his poo. The doctor ran the test, said his tumor caused serious bleeding in his spleen, the doctor suggested to let him go. I cried and said I don't have the right to decide for my little brother, the doctor replied, " You have decided many things for him in his life, what he eats, what he plays and where he goes, it's now the time you need to stand up and be brave, he is suffering." I think the doctor is right. So we hugged, we kissed and we said goodbye, then we did exactly the same what you did for Mark. Every single parts in the video recalled my memory on that day, it hurts a bit but thank you for letting everyone knows why we are doing it, it's because of love.
God bless you.
always remember he is in hart and mind forever and he will forever be loved and missed very much
7 Months and 1 day ago, my dog I've had for 12 years was put down. It's one of the hardest things I've ever had to go through. I was in North Carolina at the time and my aunt took my dog for his vet check up. I didn't even get a chance to say goodbye to him. I still feel pain to this day. I miss you BoBo I really hope you guys feel better.
R.I.P. Mark. I know you brought your family so much love and devotion... :-(
God bless you
Wished dogs lived as long as we did, hardest day is knowing this one will come, it would break my heart
+Thomas Hodgson I know and it breaks our hearts to know that it will happen one day and we can't do much to stop it.
Fuck.. why cant dogs live to be 80.
Yeah.
I agree!
I agree!
+huswsimonbla That would be paradise on earth. They make you love em more cuz they don't live so long...
+huswsimonbla That would be paradise on earth. They make you love em more cuz they don't live so long...
It’s obvious that Mark was much loved and how heartbroken you were when you had to say goodbye. As someone else said, you showed your love in releasing him from his pain and taking it on yourselves. I’m sitting here with my best friend, facing the possibility that I might be facing the same heartbreak before long. God bless you and RIP Mark, until you all meet at the Rainbow Bridge.💕🐾
I cried because I thought of all the dogs lives that I wanted to save when I was little, and how my mother never let me help....... the worst sight that made me cry was a dog laying on the side of the road, looking like it was saying "please help me"...... I cried for hours and hours
God bless
Rocky why did you go when i was so young. I love you so much i MISS YOU!
So SAD! ;( I think after memorial's day there should be pet memorial's day to honor pets that we loved and cared for years Mark lives on and on in our hearts
SO SO SO SAD ;( I wish Mark could stay longer ;(
I am balling my eyes out
I have two dogs of my own and I dread this day. It will break my heart. They're my babies
So sorry for your loss...:-(
i never cried so hard like this before
i started crying at the start
i'm so sad
Touching video...you're wonderful people...we love you Mark! RIP old buddy!
I'm so sorry but God is with your mark now and I hope he is living up in dog heaven with all his friends may God be with your dog amen R.I.P
nuca le quitaria la vida amis perritos los cuidaria asta el final
I cried... RIP Mark
makes me want to run and hug my dog
Dear Mark's daddy (& mommy), it brought me joy & comfort, how tenderly you carried your "son", to his final resting hospice 🏥🏪🏥! Mark was a big puppy in your arms. I'm writing in Dec 2022 & hopefully you can see my notation 📧 ✉️ 📨 📩 📧
OMG I'm crying... very painful to lose pets ;((
I had to put my golden retriever, Sandi, down back on August 9, 2013. I watched this video a few hours before she was put down. I couldn't stop crying. That was the worst day of my life. Every time I watch this video, i always cry. Everyone who has gone through pet loss knows how awful it is.
Thank you for posting this. I salute your deep humanity.
I live in Santo Domingo in the Dominican Republic.I lost Sally 10 days ago. She was a semi street dog. A neighbor sold their house and couldn't take Sally where they were moving so she stayed with the house. The man who bought the house doesn't live there. He uses the grounds as a workshop renovating used SUV's. He would give Sally veterinary care if she was really sick but he wasn't around the property every day so I started feeding her several years ago. Ten days ago she was resting underneath his vehicle. When he got in to leave he checked that she came out from under. Then he got distracted with a phone call and when he started the car he didn't realize she had gone back underneath and he ran over her when he left. He didn't realize it. She crawled about fifty feet and took about half an hour to die. I had fed her that morning and she had nuzzled me and I had petted her and had a good visit with her.
BLESS YOU ALL
Just yesterday I had to put my miniature poodle Max down, his health was in very bad shape, he had a heart murmur and also had prostate cancer, we brought him to the vet to be examined and told the vet what was going on and they told us that it was his time to go to doggy heaven, I'm sad that my poodle is gone but at least I will always have memories of him, he will be missed. RIP Max, I love you!
When God had made the earth and sky,
The flowers and the trees.
He then made all the animals,
The fish, the birds and bees.
And when at last He'd finished,
Not one was quite the same.
He said, "I'll walk this world of mine,
And give each one a name."
And so He traveled far and wide
And everywhere He went,
A little creature followed Him
Until its strength was spent.
When all were named upon the earth
And in the sky and sea,
The little creature said, "Dear Lord,
There's not one left for me."
Kindly the Father said to him,
"I've left you to the end.
i 've turned my own name back to front
And called you dog, my friend."
That's to spooki by the way...
***** You obviously have never owned a dog or animal. They are like your children. You take care of them in every way possible just like a child. If you have owned a pet and you still feel this way, you are what I call a Satanist. You don't deserve a animal or its love if you think they are that insignificant.
kreator9 Kretornine He probably just had abusive parents whilst growing up and thinks why should a dog get that kind of treatment when he was denied it himself.
*****
That's fucking gross that you are looking up those videos. You don't just stumble across that shit you have to search for that! wow......
I am not trying to make you like dogs or animals but you can still respect them, they are living creatures that have emotions. They may not be as complex as us but they do! I lived in Alaska and the only way you are going to survive in the wild easily is with a dog. You have no idea how important dogs are when you are living up there. See if you actually left your home/computer screen you would actually see the importance of dogs.
This is the poem we got from our vet when our dog passed ;(
I lost my Golden Boy last December. The tears sure flow. I miss him terribly. Maybe your sweet Mark is playing with my dogs and my family’s dogs at The Bridge. Every furbaby is so unique and special. I’ll always have room in my heart for another dog. Such unconditional love. No dog can be replaced. I miss each and every one of them. Every day. I’m grateful for the privilege of them being my dog. And so when we love deeply, we all grieve, because grief is evidence of great love.
❤️🦮❤️
These are manly tears!!!
could not hold the tears to see this video,very touch,God Bless you for lovely care.
Feel so bad I'm crying so much
I'm so sorry for your loss. So glad he had such a terrific mom and dad. Thank you for sharing.
i can never watch these videos without breaking into tears
Heart wrenching, but cathartic. Thanks for sharing. My dalmatian died about 5 years ago but I was away at college when it happened, so never got closure. Watching this video has helped me bring back the grief and work through it.
I'm so sorry for your loss.
I fell your pain my dog is on it's final week(s) with cancer.
So very sad and sorry but he'll be over the rainbow bridge by now enjoying his new life. Bless him and his family ❤️
Lovely
*Rest In Peace Mark
Just lost my beloved golden Gelios. O, my baby, why o why? Couldn` you stay with us some more years? Oh, dear, I hope you are fine up there.
OMG my tears cried and I can't stop crying😭😭😭😭😿😿😿💔💔💔💔😢😢😢
I have a labrador puppy called Riley and just thinking of when he will be put down someday makes me cry really bad 😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭
r.i.p i bet he was the best dog. #LONGLIVEMARK
i'm sure he had a happy life...:'( ... this is my fear too ..if i'll get a goldi.. one day i'll have to say goodbye to the most loyal friend ever...
Awwwww..Ya Guys Gave Mark a Great DOGS LIFE One That He Will ALWAYS REMEMBER..He Crossed the RAINBOW BRIDGE Knowing Full Well that He Was Luuuved All the Way..He. an Play with My LADY Black Lab I Had Her for a BLESSED 15 YEARS...it's Been 34 YEARS in August I Still Miss Her to THIS DAY...RI.P. MARK🐶✌
A dog loves you more, than they love themselves. Unconditional 💘love.
This is so beautiful sad. Thx for sharing this,it reminds me my own very best friend who I hv to put her sleep bcoz of her cancer. I don't get recorded but I'm with her along the process. So sad,I cry over and over, I hold n kiss her goodbye till she closed her eyes. It's very hard decision but its for the best. Maybe it just a dog for some people but she give me more than everything. Till now,I still remember n love her.
I had to put down my 16 year old black lab and it was just like burying a loved one. The pain was so intense : ) I am so sorry for your loss - there's no more pain, no more suffering : ( Peace and Love Everybody : )
back at you friend.
B. Allen 😞
When you can't run anymore, you crawl...and when you can't do that, you find somebody to carry you
Tears just kept on flowing.
:(
ITS so sad
They are so loyal
Like they trust you for THE descision and stay calm when they are going to put down becaus they trust you That youre making THE right decision 😭
Tala Pede yes so true p.s you going to cry let god bless your soul😔
Bless your soul and his, you clearly have a big heart and care for him and he clearly loves you
rip son much love
Crying for you. I am so very sorry.
people like you are saints, i love my dog so much.. he is my boy. and i know at some point i will lose him...but knowing he will go surrounded by those who loved him makes it a little less painful
Aw man, the last thing I wanted to do this evening was cry...but your story was so beautiful
God bless my sweet dearest lola RIP...
You did the right thing
This was beautiful. I recently had to put down my basset hound. It will be a week today. I'm still having a rough time but I thank you for sharing this with you and share in your loss. It is the last selfless act of love that anyone can do for their fur-baby.
May peace, love, and comfort be with you and your family forever.
Thank you, webkinz. I adopted another dog. a miniature doxie who is just the sweetest thing on earth. He has helped me through all my anxieties. I still love my bassets. I will continue to support them in any way I can. I plan on doing that for the rest of my life, in memory of my sweet Booker. My new dog's name is Buddy. He came with the name and just fit in the family like he was born here. i love those little bassets though.
Thank you so much for caring.
yes,it is very very hard to lose a dog, a soulmate, a basset hound. He was all of those things to me
Heartbreaking, totally killed me :(
I went through the exact thing less than a year ago, it's unlike any pain I have felt in the past.
rip u will always be remembered by me
This video makes me cry
This made me really me cry so much I hope all the haters pay for what they said I know this was hard for those people
My dog says are really really numbered now. When I lose him, I'm not going to know what to do. I'll just be too devastated. I'm crying right now and I didnt even put my dog to sleep yet. He's my bestfriend and my brother😔
I understand your pain. Stay strong.
I feel your pain. R.i.p Mark
he knew only love