We all love u dear,
With lots of hugS and kisses
Renie,
I’m so sorry. I know the devastation of losing pets, my last two black cars who were sisters died within 4 months of each other with the same condition. I think the second one left us to be with her sister. When I think of them I think of them playing together with their big sister (who I lost before I got them). I also think my family that has passed is looking after them. I’m sure Joel and Cody are somewhere else, young and healthy again, playing together, being looked after, and watching over you with love. I’m sure they loved you unconditionally as you loved them. The ones we love who pass always take a small part of us with them, but leave love in its place.
One day, your heart will be at peace, although you will always miss and love them, and occasionally you’ll feel them watching you. Only a memory; maybe but maybe not.
Take care, and lots of gentle hugs.
Renie, i recently lost my beloved dog Buddy after 18 beautiful years together so I know there is nothing anyone can say that will ease your pain or fill the void in your heart at the loss of your beloved Cody. I hope over time your memories of your time together will bring you comfort and you will know that Cody is always with you and you two will be together again someday.
Pets are such a gift. Please don't hesitate to spend time with others and benefit from their love and companionship as you grieve this loss.
Renie, my heart goes out to you and the pain and loneliness you are feeling. I too lost my “Little Buddie Roscoe” in February. He was a puppy mill survivor who had a serious heart condition from all the inbreeding those horrible places do. We were lucky enough to have him in our lives for almost 4 years. He was 9 when he passed away at home with his mommy and daddy right there with him. I had previously talked to my little Papillon who weighed 5 lbs. that when his time came that he promises to make sure one of us were there so he would not be alone. And my little guy kept his promise. What a special dog he was to me. He taught me how to live again amongst all the physical pain I endure every second of every day and night. If you go outsidemand look up at our beautiful nights sky of stars you will find your beloved kitties looking down at you and saying thank you for giving me such a wonderful life. It doesn’t have to be the same stars, but I believe that every star in the night’s sky is a part of our loved ones soul left here to comfort us. So each night I look up at the stars and say thank you to everyone who has meant the world to me. It makes me feel not so alone in this big world. Renie I hope you can find some comfort in those stars because every night they are (our loved ones who have passed) there looking down on you and loving you from a far. Blessings to you to comfort you in your time of healing.
Flowerpower - what a beautiful sentiment you sent Renie!! Very well written! Laurie
Hi Renie, I am so sorry for your loss! Our pets are our family and are so important to us. Please know that my sympathy goes out to you. Please know that we are all here for you.
Condolences and Prayers for you at this difficult time.
Hugs, Leannw
Many many sincere condolences, Renie. Our pets are in our hearts as our own family members. They comfort us without question or judgment. They love us unconditionally no matter how much pain we are in, how much we moan or cry, or what we dropped that day, hopefully a tasty tidbit and not our cell phone....I feel your pain and hope that you take in the support of those around you who care and love you during this time and know that your angels are looking over you on the other side of the Rainbow Bridge...
if you don't know that poem, let me know as it was shared with me when I had to put my beloved kitty down ten years ago but still holds dear
Renie,
It’s so hard to say ‘good-bye’… But, you helped your kitty… It’s a hard thing to do, but I believe it’s a HUGE act of kindness and love. My parents left their beloved dog with me one time when they went to Germany. The dog (Cee-Cee) was 13 years old and her health was failing. While they were away, Cee-Cee got really sick… She couldn’t walk anymore and I took her to my vet. We tried to figure out what happened, but it was just ‘her time’… I had to put her down… Then, break the news to my parents. I felt SO BAD… But, I held Cee-Cee in my arms and gave her the BEST comfort I could. Animals have a ‘sense’ of when it’s time to ‘go’ and I think they trust us to make the best choice. Trust in yourself, and in your heart!
Remember, you DID this out of LOVE!! Your kitty had a great life!
Diana - When I had to put my 13 year old cat, Priscilla down a while back, she was an indoor cat and whenever she had to go to the vets she would have a fit. She was also very afraid of going outside. Well, the day I made the tough decision to put her to sleep, I picked her up in my arms with her favorite blanket, went outside, got in the car and she was as calm as ever. She fell asleep on the way to the vets office. She must've known somehow?? She had been having seizures and just wasn't feeling well at all. Very tough on me and I cried for days! Laurie
Renie , im thinking of you , our animals are so dear to us , I know how you must be feeling , we had to have our little dog put to sleep she was 18 , im sending lots of warm hugs to you xxxxxx
Hi Renie, my heart is warmed with the beautiful responses 
I know Cody is at the rainbow bridge with Nollie and squeek…
We do love our pets, they give us such unconditional love & they always make us smile when we are hurting and fatiqued.
Hugs & blessings
dee
Laurie,
This is EXACTLY how it happened on Friday! We were only going to the doctor because he was a little dehydrated, I never expected the bad news. But Cody was a non-stop talker, which got even louder if you picked him up---he hated to be held. When I picked him up from the chair, he never said a word. Didn't fight me, didn't get nervous, slept most of the time in the car. Never said a word the whole time. He was perfectly calm at the doctor's office, and seemed almost 'content'.
He knew, when I didn't.
Renie, my heart goes out to you. I am so sorry that you have now lost Cody as well as Joel. I have had to go through this, and I know it's actually losing a member of the family. May you be comforted as you go through this difficult time.
Hugs,
Susan (Scribelle)