Thanks everyone who left encouragement on my first post. I’m a few hours away from 6 days. I just found out today that my dog has cancer and not much time left, the only option is keeping him comfortable. My husband bought drinks for himself later tonight and I didn’t get anything. I am thinking of going out to get a milkshake or chocolate later to fill the sad instead.
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Im so sorry for the news about your fur baby but being sober you will be present with them. A milkshake sounds like a great idea btw
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I am so so sorry about your dog. 
But I am really proud you fought off the temptation to drink about it. That’s HARD, and I hope you’re able to take a minute to be proud of yourself. Take care of yourself.
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Oh no Joy. I’m so sorry to read about your dog. I was so fortunate to have a few years under my belt before my dog died of pancreatitis. Being sober for her was the best gift I could give her and myself. Meanwhile my wife drank the problem away. And you know what. The problem didn’t go away. And I had to deal with EVERYTHING alone. And I was so proud of myself for being there 
for her. We are here for you for whatever support you need. Many of us have gone through loosing a loved one. Pet. Some of us without much sober time like you.
We got your back if you are willing.
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I am so sorry to hear this news about your dog 
I lost my mum to cancer over a 3 week period ten years ago. One of the things I’ve needed therapy for is not remembering that period. Or not being there for her completely. Losing a pet is the same grief. Don’t let anyone tell you it isn’t.
You can avoid that here in this moment because you can stop that pathway. Think of the experiences you can give them in the next few weeks. You can be there for every second. You will look back on this time with love in future. I can promise you that.
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My heart goes to you
Being sober to comfort your dog on his way is the greatest gift 
It is a hard, sad and demanding time. Please lean on us, you are not alone and you don’t have to do it alone.
This community was a great support when I lost my two male cats last year, one to high age, he was 19 and one to cancer, he was only 6.
Sending you peace of heart and kindness to accept the situation and provide quality of life in the time remaining. Your dog is blessed to have you, loving him, caring for him
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I’m so sorry to hear about your dog, it happened the same to my dog and it was terribile.. just stay sober and enjoy the time with your dog now that is still with you
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Oh no, I am so sorry about your dog. Your husband’s makes his own choice and luckily you get to make your own as well. I love the chocolate shake for self soothing during rough times. Honoring your self and your beloved dog by being present and loving is a gift. Life is full of both joy and pain and when we can loosen our grasp on just the joy, it becomes more precious. Grief and sadness are normal human emotions and it is okay to feel them. Of course you are sad. Please lean on us here as well, that’s why this place exists. Sending much love, care and strength to you and your family.
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