For those who have lost pets they loved, it’s almost like losing family. The pain is real, the grief is real and the void that is left is all too real. I’ve often wondered if your deceased pet could have given you one last note, what would it be like? Maybe like this.

“Dear Person,

If  you’re reading this now, it means I’ve gone and you’re feeling sad. We went to the vet together and you had to come home alone. You’re already missing me.

Don’t be too sad. Remember me not as an old and sick dog, but as a young and playful dog. Think about all the happy memories we had, of riding in the car and you throwing sticks for me to chase.

You always made me happy. Whenever I saw you, I got all excited inside (and a few times I got so excited I even tinkled a bit on the carpet. I’m sorry about that). You took good care of me and made me feel safe.

Thanks for all the dog bones. The chewey kind were my favorite. The food was good, except for that diet stuff. I only pretended to like that to make you happy.

It’s not your fault. I got sick. I wasn’t having any fun anymore. I was in pain and I couldn’t walk very well. I wanted so hard to please you, but I was having a hard time. I understand that sometimes you have to let go and say goodbye.

This way, I’ll always have a special place in your heart. I’ll always be young and frisky and happy, never sad or old or sick. I know you loved me a lot. You can take all that love and find a new dog (or cat!) to give your love to. I won’t mind. I want you to be happy again.

You were the best owner a pet could ever have. I’ll be sure to tell God that when I see him. Maybe one day we’ll meet again. I think good things don’t ever really go away, but they are in heaven. So don’t be too sad. Think of how happy you made me and how much fun we had.

Then it will get all better. I promise.”