How do I stop crying every time I think of our almost 10 yr. old Black Flat Coated Retriever who passed away?

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We got our dog, "Magic" when he was only 6 months old.  He passed away almost a year ago, yet I still am very sad and cry sometimes as I miss him so much.  I don't want another dog, I don't think, but I miss Magic so much.  He was a Black Flat-Coated retriever who was bread for hunting.  Magic was never interested in hunting,  Magic was given to my husband at 6 mo. old as all he wanted to do was play and run around in the field and not hunt.  I don't cry everyday anymore, but I still have some rough days.  My girlfriends say to get another dog, but not sure the I can do that since Magic was the perfect dog.  Any advise?

Sapient · Accepted Answer

I would advise you to wait until you're done grieving before getting another pet.  No other dog will be the same as your Magic.  You will almost certainly find another one that you love as much as you loved Magic, but you will love the new dog in a different way.  It's a mistake to get a new pet before you're ready, though.

Even though it doesn't seem like it now, you'll be able to love another dog.  And there are plenty of dogs out there who would love to be your next best friend.

Cats and dogs give us a great deal of love and happiness, but the price of this love and happiness is the grief when they leave us.  I think that the price is worth it, even as high as it is.

Syed · Answer

Look on the bright side - You have pleasant memories to live by ! Get a hobby and keep yourself occupied.

How do I stop crying every time I think of our almost 10 yr. old Black Flat Coated Retriever who passed away?

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