It's been almost a year and a half since we put our dog to sleep. I've said I couldn't go through that ever again. Even before he was put to sleep, just knowing his health is deteriorating and that we're gonna have to put him out of his misery at some point would hurt. And then when it was decided, and the time until it happened, it was hell. I was only able to go home and visit once every couple of weeks, and every time it seemed like this was the time I'm saying goodbye. Truly made my heart break. And then when it happened, it was even worse.
But fall asleep he did, peacefully, and we buried him at this favourite spot, in the backyard of the house we don't live in, but visited often, where he could roam around freely and be a happy dog.
It's been almost a year and a half since we put our dog to sleep. And more and more I've been thinking about getting a new one.
And I even might get a dog at some point. I want one which requires that both of us be active, but can be lazy when needed. I know it's not gonna happen soon - my apartment owner doesn't allow animals, and city life is hard on me, let alone on dogs. So right now I'm just thinking about it.
I'd honestly love getting a Malinois, a Dutch or German Shepherd (or a mix), but I feel that they would be a bit too much to handle. That's the kind of dog I'd love - I love the way they look, and I know they could go hiking with me. On the other hand, I also don't think I'm experienced enough to handle them, and I don't think I'd be able to keep them busy enough...