Another Newf? Maybe I'm just not ready? :(

[Angela]

I'm glad you are back, have missed you and Murphy.

I haven't had experience with bloat, I hope I never do, but can relate to how you are feeling and wondering.

If you have breeder thoughts, could you go visit one you like and just see how you cope with meeting a litter of puppies? I think that would give you your answer as to whether you are ready or not.

Meanwhile, some up to date pics of that gorgeous Murphy would be in order please

 

[Ginny]

Newf fuzz therapy is the best medicine! :hugs:

 

[bella123]

I can completely understand how you feel i lost my Bella before her second bday and then i lost my 1st rescue Oliver in my house fire~Mia was saved and now i have Mia, Chloe, &Cassidy its still very tough and the fear never seems to go away completely I constant check their gums and god forbid if one sneezing but it will get better with time i promise

 

[KodysGrandma]

I lost another dog (medium size) to bloat and have never forgotten it. Terrifies me. Our Kody died six weeks after a diagnosis of SARDS and for those 6 weeks the vet told us he would be fine, even as we could tell he was dying, combing the internet for info and finding nothing. I swore I would never have another Newf and then 6 months later I missed one so much that we found Thunder as a rehome almost as soon as the words- "I want another Newf" were out of my mouth. He is NOT a replacement for Kody, he is a successor with a different personality but that same Newfie love.

 

[NinaA]

Have not had the bloat experience, but did lose my first Newf to a sudden onset of cancer. Afterwards I sort of felt the same way. Do I really want to subject myself to this again? I missed her so. After 4 months the answer was yes, and actually it was the best medicine. We had a 7 hour car ride to get Echo, and before we'd traveled down off the mountain she was on, I was cured, fine, and in love. Get another Newf. You'll feel much better. And remember, you take chances with any relationship, but it's always worth taking the chance.

 

[Popcorn]

I have seen people fall away from newfies for the very same reason you describe. I think if longevity is really important to you, I would suggest getting a smaller (40 lb) mixed breed. The odds are better.

However, for every bad luck story, there are good ones. I have had now four rescue newfs, all from poor/random/accidental breedings .... and there health has been fine. Yes, one TPLO repair. One got cancer, but with these latter two, they lived to over age 10. My two current, poorly bred, newfies are both in excellent health. One is quite ancient, I'm guessing, but managed to beat breast cancer easily via surgery -- and has NO ortho issues. My other is middle-aged and has had no health issues (that were not caused by his overeating stuff he stole out of our kitchen cabinet).

I do feel that Newfs are that special that for as long as I can physically handle a large dog, i will stick with this breed. And I am willing to accept the random breeding of Newfs that are rescue newfs.

But -- let's face it, a nice little mixed breed dog will be a lovely companion as well. If your heart cannot take the uncertainty, and some people's can't ... there is a solution that does have a little bit better odds.

But certainly do get another companion dog ... and do not shy away from life and all it's risk in general.

 

[BoundlessNewfs]

We lost Lucy in June, after years of knowing that her demise could come "at any time", due to a heart defect. She was more than just a dog, or companion. I "felt" the connection to her on a physical level, just as surely as if she were a piece of my own soul. What she felt, I felt, and I'm pretty sure it went the other way, too. Losing her has been harder on me, than losing ANY of the other pets in my past. The pain of it comes out of nowhere sometimes, and surprises me with its intensity.

That all said, I definitely would do it all again, with another pup...IF the right one caught my heart. Fear just holds you back, and keeps you from experiencing that kind of connection again.

Any newf would be blessed to be a member of your family, Jess. Go for it!

 

[TerriW]

Oh, Jess, I had no idea Gabe was gone. How devastating for you. He was a BEAUTIFUL boy. I have no experience with this but just wanted to share my sympathies with you. As an aside, Ben was nearly named Gabriel (Gabe) so every time I saw your posts I felt a kinship with you.

The advice on this forum is invaluable. I don't think I can add anything to it but a hug. :hugs:

 

[ElvisTheNewf]

Nothing in life comes with a guarantee. No dog, cat, bird, human, you name it. Worrying about the "what ifs" in life all the time would drive you crazy.

I can understand your fears. If anyone has the right to fear bloat, you certainly do. However, life is still out there.

You're the only one who knows when the time is right for another newf.

However, I think taking Murphy to play with a litter of black fuzz balls may update your timeline!!

 

[TerriW]

However, I think taking Murphy to play with a litter of black fuzz balls may update your timeline!!

:heart:

 

[blstarke]

I can totally relate when I lost my Tulsa last year due to heart.
I had Gunny in my life which made me adopt Major since both Gunny and I both needed Major.
I hug and kiss them everyday since you never know when God plans to take them.
It never makes it easier since my heart breaks to pieces everytime.
Tulsa is and was my heart Newf.

 

[charlieinnj]

Reminds me of this saying:

"It came to me that every time I lose a dog they take a piece of my heart with them. And every new dog who comes into my life, gifts me with a piece of their heart. If I live long enough, all the components of my heart will be dog, and I will become as generous and loving as they are." (Author unknown)

 

[Milliejb]

Reminds me of this saying:

"It came to me that every time I lose a dog they take a piece of my heart with them. And every new dog who comes into my life, gifts me with a piece of their heart. If I live long enough, all the components of my heart will be dog, and I will become as generous and loving as they are." (Author unknown)

I love this, Charlie!

 

[R Taft]

Reminds me of this saying:

"It came to me that every time I lose a dog they take a piece of my heart with them. And every new dog who comes into my life, gifts me with a piece of their heart. If I live long enough, all the components of my heart will be dog, and I will become as generous and loving as they are." (Author unknown)

I hope to live by this quote, I love it and i believe in it You never know, maybe one day

 

[blaue_augen]

"It came to me that every time I lose a dog they take a piece of my heart with them. And every new dog who comes into my life, gifts me with a piece of their heart. If I live long enough, all the components of my heart will be dog, and I will become as generous and loving as they are." (Author unknown)

This is beautiful.

 

[noblenewf]

Thank you so much to all of you and your very heartfelt replies. I simply cannot bear the thought of living life without a Newf by my side for as long as I can manage to physically care for one. And I do not want to live life in fear...I have never lived life that way so why should I now? The risk is worth it to me. And I do not regret one minute spent with him...even though our time was shortened. I would do it all over again.

I'm reaching through this computer and hugging all of you.

Thank you.

 

[Angela]

:grouphug::grouphug:

 

[R Taft]

:hugs: :hugs: back to you

 

[Erika]

Jess having lost our 2 beloved Pyrs in 07, Garretts death was very tramatic and Glory although we knew she would not be with us long , it was the first dog I had to help cross the bridge,I sit here in tears as I type, tears for you and for my lost luvs. Loosing Piggyluv with in hours well Im way far from over that too, very much so. When Glory and Garrett left I thought I couldnt ever have another Pyr, like you I began to feel the urge and miss the love. I put it out there like you are, and well Jess what I really needed was to give th love we had here to another dog who needed it, it was the best thing we ever did. Gandolph and Greta did not replace Glory and Garrett but there was plenty of room in our hearts for 2 more. Im still having a hard time with a newfie , Piggyluv was my soul just like Gabe was yours, but I have 2 other newfies here, they are not Piggs but they are my luvs. Im miss a big burly senior newfie by my side, I have caught myself lurking when I see them. Maybe even drooling.lol Get your newfie Jess, mine are all rescues maybe a rescue would be right for you. Get your newfie and give it all that love you have:sunflower::grouphug:......Hugs Jess I know how ya feel.

 

[Tula]

Oh Jess!

It is so nice to hear from you again! I think there is a special newf just waiting out there, who doesn't know how lucky he / she will be

We had the gastropexy done when Piper was spayed. Our others haven't had it done, but we thought we'd do it for Piper while under anesthesia. Keep in touch! Kim