Two Blog Day
Look at the earlier blog to see a gallery of the 2 litters playing together and Sage's pups eating food for the 1st time.
We lost Alanza at 930am this morning. This is her snuggling with her sister. She had her moments of attempted play and snuggling and even kissing my face but she decided to stop the fight.
It was a very difficult night where she just stopped eating. She had enough. I was alone with her. Nathan alone with her come 7am.
I am so sad. You bond when you do this for a month every 2 hours. I did 9 feedings. Nathan did 3 and the odd time more when my body was too tired to function every single day for a month.
I took out both litters together today and realized how much Sage's existing pups needed to do all the things Nami's pups were but so much time was invested in getting her to thrive and I would do it again if the end result was good. I also had Sage's pups eat mousse for the 1st time and I groomed and will no longer be restricted to afternoon grooming. The dogs will be thrilled that I am sleeping with them tonight. I will get great snuggles. I feel guilty but know I did everything.
Nathan is not doing well. He gets angry when he has a loss and I have to remind him that we did all we could and we did.
I also feel guilty as suddenly my schedule is busy but normal. Today, I can't stop crying but by Sunday maybe I can focus on the Nami puppy visit and get the Sage pups doing and doing.
One last thing. I found her siblings amazing. They snuggled with her, kissed her and was gentle. To see pups at their age be so intuitive with hearts was a testament to who they are. Sage never missed a beat never shunning her but cleaning her and taking care of her to the last moment. She seems confused but we changed the pen and she seems to be settling to the absence.
Enough said. We do need to celebrate the 5 as they are pretty darn amazing!
Be sure to check out the videos and don't forget about the shorts. This will be post Alanza. You will be proud of the 5. I am.
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I’m so sorry for your loss of Alanza. How heartbreaking, but you know you did all you could, and more than some would. She was here for a reason and I’m sure has enlightened your hearts in many ways. Guess she knew it was time to go.
She’ll want you to enjoy her siblings and cousins.
We all remember our past losses at times like these of our little Angels and then give an extra hug and kiss for those still with us.
They’re precious! 💔
SO sorry for the loss. It’s heartbreaking and So sad
Darlah I’m so sorry. You are an amazing person. Everyone knows you go above and beyond for all your dogs and for all your friends. Her the other puppies are beautiful and healthy and that’s all because of you and Nathan. Big hug.
thank you!
My heart goes out to you. How sad but you did more than everything and she she was loved and cared for and and happiness with her mom and siblings. It is ver hard. Alanza will be missed by us all.
I'm so sorry to hear this, and sad for you especially knowing how hard you worked to give her the best chance. It's a shame; I was so hoping she would make it through. I hope you can get some well deserved rest this weekend and soak up the joy of the beautiful puppies that are thriving.
So very sorry for all of you. Give all the love you had for Alanza to the remaining pups, they so deserve it. 😢😢
Oh Darlah! I'm so sorry to hear this sad news.You did everything possible and morr for Alanza. Please rest and take care of yourself.
Dear Darlah, this is heartbreaking news, we are so sorry for your loss. You did everything possible for little Alanza and gave so much love. Her time may have been short but it was filled with love. Take care, we are thinking of you all.
Yes, we did everything possible and it wasn't enough. That is the part that sucks. Today I invested my time into exposing the siblings and they performed amazingly. Going to be different going to bed. Hope I can go to sleep as I am usually up all night. Tomorrow is a very busy day with 3 full grooms and 5 pups to do. They say busy is good so you don't have time to think. Blogs will be late vs middle of the night. Life returns to usual, I suppose. Holidays - what are holidays. This month has been a blur. So much sadness. I am sure it will pass but she will always have a special place in my heart. I need to move on. Today though, I did not.
Dear Darlah, this is heartbreaking news, we are so sorry for your loss. You did everything possible for little Alanza and gave so much love. Her time may have been short but it was filled with love. Take care, we are thinking of you all.
We're joining in with the rest of your Talemaker family in sending you, Nathan and Denis condolences of the loss of Alanza. You all did your utmost best in caring of this sweet little being.
Time to rest Darlah, restore your wellbeing and sending hugs to her siblings.
Alanza, you'll be missed but never forgotten, now go run and play with those gone before you.
Dear Darlah and Nathan,
So very sorry to hear about the puppy passing ; it must be so hard;
No question you all did your very very best !
Unquestionably, you are all so committed to your havanese family !
So very sorry for your loss. It’s so heartbreaking to lose a puppy.
I know you struggled to keep her. She was lucky to have your care in her short life.
Such a heartbreaking loss for you and Nathan. Alanza gave it her all, as did you and Nathan, rearranging your lives to give her the best care and nurturing possible. And you did just that. As did her mom Sage and siblings. Beautiful puppies all- embrace them and may the joy of them see you both through your grief of losing your brave little warrior, Alanza. Our hearts go out to you both.
We are so very sorry for your loss. Your commitment to helping Alanza from the moment she was born was incredible and speaks volumes to how much you all love the dogs. Take care and get some much deserved rest.
Such heartbreaking news. My heart goes out to you, Nathan & Dennis as you try to cope with this loss. You did absolutely everything you could have done but n the end she took the decision out of your hands and is now at peace. Now you need time and rest to heal from this. Take care, we're thinking of you.
So very sorry that you lost Alanza despite your incredible, loving care💔😥
Im so very sorry to see this, Darlah. You did everything you could for her and I understand that your heart is broken. Seeing this news has made me so very sad. Take care of yourself.
Never fed a puppy for a month every 2 hours. I had so many snuggles and burping of this gal. She will forever be in my heart. Do not miss the crazy schedule but miss her. She gave kisses too. Do believe she had good moments that she enjoyed. Hard to explain but I felt guilty sleeping in bed last night. I know I did everything - Nathan too. She just said enough and I get that.
I’m so sorry to hear about Alanza. Such a horrible, sad loss. You gave her all the love and care possible and more. You guys are so wonderful. Sending healing hugs your way.
You are such a great mama, I am so sorry this happened, reminds me of Tuffy's litter losing one, it doesn't happen often but you got her through to the end and you're all fighters. Take care and hope to see you over the holidays.
Keep looking for her - unintentional.
Karen: It is rare that we lose one and particularly after a month.
Sorry to hear this sad news, hope you're better now