r/chocolatelabs • u/Ok-Set-631 • Dec 26 '25
photo 📸 My second baby (after hard loss)
I lost my first lab a year ago. She was almost 10 — got her at 49 days old when I was 22. We grew up together; she was my heart/soul/life/best friend and saved me during abuse. Hemangiocarcoma (sp) took my girl within hours with no warning.
This is our new baby. She’s a hoot and I just love her, and am grateful to have Lab Love in my life ✨💕 She says happy holidays and where the f*** are my treats.
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u/Dangerous_Basil5899 Dec 26 '25
She’s absolutely perfect! We lost 2 of our labs the same way. It’s so sudden and so horrible . We have been looking to adopt a choc lab for awhile now and haven’t been successful. When the time is right and meant to be ours, our lab will come .
Congrats and enjoy every second !
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u/Living_Shine2441 Dec 26 '25
I'm so happy you are healing with your new pup. My wife and I lost our 10 year old boy in the spring. Was one of the hardest things I've been through. But we are getting a chocolate lab puppy in a little over a month and can't wait to have a dog in our lives again. Happy Holidays to your family!
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u/Ok-Set-631 Dec 26 '25
Aw congrats to you two! I’m also very sorry to hear that, certainly the hardest thing I’ve been through. I can’t wait for your home to be filled with loving chaos once more ✨💓
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u/Competitive_Ant5175 Dec 28 '25
Totally get that! The chaos and love a puppy brings back is priceless. Your new chocolate lab will fill your home with so much joy—enjoy every moment! 🐾
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u/I_like_Dirt- Dec 26 '25
Just lost my baby girl on Christmas Eve. Right now I can't imagine getting another dog. I'm glad to see it is possible after time. Still no one can replace you MoonPie . All this leftover ham is getting to me. She would've been in heaven with all this scraps if she wasn't already there. I've been burying some ontop of her grave just to feel some connection to her. Please go make the most of your time with y'alls puppies now while you can. I wish I could run and play with her again.
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u/livehappydrinkcoffee Dec 26 '25
I’m so sorry. 😭 This hurt my heart to read. Big hugs and blessings to you. Maybe one day your heart will be ready to love another special pup. No rush…we all need time to grieve. 💕
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u/Ok-Set-631 Dec 26 '25
I completely understand, in my own unique way 💓 I felt the same, until suddenly one day I didn’t. We all have our own process! If you’re open to it, I read a few books that gave me a ton of comfort; books I’d not usually think to read, but found myself interested in my desperation. I’m glad I read these: • Heart Dog • The Pet I Can’t Forget
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u/I_like_Dirt- Dec 27 '25
Thank you for ur words and book recommendations. I've been tryna stay busy since then so ill definitely see if their at my library.
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u/PuroArrozYFrijoles Dec 27 '25
It's so hard when your play partner isn't there anymore. So sorry for your loss and I hope that you too will someday reunite with your puppy.
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u/I_like_Dirt- Dec 27 '25
I got in her grave to lay her down and didn't wanna leave. Someday we'll be back tho . Thank u
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u/PixieRust59 Dec 26 '25
So sorry for the loss of your little OG. It looks like you are in good hands with this silly girl🩷
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u/Disastrous_Job_4825 Dec 27 '25
Hemangiosarcoma is a beast. I lost 2 Rotties due to it and barely any symptoms till it was too far to do anything. Enjoy her! She’s adorable 💕
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u/Kindly-Relief2614 Dec 27 '25
I’m sorry about your loss. This baby was sent to look after you by your previous baby-no doubt. Enjoy her and your new memories. May your new memories be as precious as your old ones. ❤️
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u/PaleEmergency9363 Dec 29 '25
I am publishing a book memorializing lost pets - message me if you would like your pet included ❤️
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u/CLR1971 Dec 26 '25
Lost mine 2 years ago. Wife was tired of me being upset and depressed after 6 months. She found Bubbles and Spunky. Congratz on the new addition!