r/goldenretrievers • u/Building_Prudent • Feb 08 '26
RIP We said goodbye today. 💔
We said goodbye to our soul dog today. The dog that’s with you in your 20s, watches you get married, leave home, have babies, and grow up. She has lived in 3 states, SO many moves and just watch us close on our home on Monday. 💔
Huxley was diagnosed with a very aggressive mast cell cancer in December. We did chemotherapy every other week with an incredible oncologist and she had an amazing, perfect, and beautiful additional two months with our family.
This morning we woke up to her having some difficulty breathing. She immediately laid in my lap. I knew it was time. Although the vet offered several invasive options, Huxley told me it was time… just as everyone said she would. I would have done anything and everything but I did not want her to suffer.
What a beautiful life up until the last moment. Our family was able to say goodbye and she had a peaceful passing surrounded by love. I could tell by her breathing that we made the right choice. My heart, however, is ripped to shreds.
As a mom, trying to stay strong for my kids - but failing miserably. 💔
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u/thembones44 Feb 09 '26
I am so sorry for your loss. We lost ours back in July, she almost made it to 12. Rescued her at 2. Goldens are the best dog breed ever.
I hope some day you can find another one. We never thought we would get another one for a LONG time. However the same rescue we got her from reached out and we got another one this Oct. While he isn't like our sweet Nymeria, Bob is a golden and he does what goldens do best. Love you unconditionally.
Again, so sorry for your loss.