Something bad happened........

[sunflowerbme]

My Mia was killed today, very brutally, I am so torn up I cannot describe really how I feel! I had gone out to water a few plants on the porch and my pups were there with me well it's been 100 degrees for the past 3 days so we haven't spent much time out because of the heat, well Mia ran down off the porch and Huleo followed well a playful chase insued....I called but for those of you who have two you will understand the little frenzied run/chase the really get into well Mia headed straight across the field next door to our house....so I quickly went in to get my sandals to go get her cause the calling didn't work, by time I made it to the back door Huleo was screaming this awful sound and I knew something was really wrong, I opened the door and only he was there, I looked down the field and in the neighbors fence I saw their 4 large dogs in a small area inside there fence and I knew it was bad I ran and ran as I got there I could see her laying their with a large hole in her side and there was no movement whatsoever as I got closer the dogs came at me barking growling and trying to bite me....and all I wanted was to get her out even though I knew she was gone.....I was screaming at the top of my lungs and no one could hear me and I had no way to get in the fence and keep 4 dogs off of me....I ran back to the house called my husband and my father and both headed for my house, they got there and headed over to see what they could do my dad yelled for me to get a squirt bottle of water to see if they could get them to back up (2 of them were Boarder Collie's black and white and had blood all over their faces) I literally was feeling like I've lost the world.....they back up a little but they were guarding her body....so I ran and got in my van and pulled over into the people's driveway trying to get their attention and they backed up some and started fighting with each other well in the process my dad jumps over the fence and pulls her out........it was truely the longest 20 mins or so of my life.......she was gone there was absolutely no doubt about it......I have cried all day.....now as I am typing and crying my face burns from the tears.......she was so beautiful and so tiny and they were so huge and it all happened so fast I am crushed......my kids cried at first but now they don't know what to think.....I just need to talk and couldn't think of a better place to do it than here with you all.....love all your Chi's for me and be thankful you have them cause it's possible in the blink of an eye that it can change.......I love you MIa and you will be greatly missed :cry2: Your Mama, Mandi

[Romans Mom]

Oh Mandi!!!!! http://bestsmileys.com/crying/6.gifI'm so sorry and so sad this has happened to you and your family and Mia. I'm in tears for you and don't know what to say. This is terrible. http://bestsmileys.com/crying/1.gif I can't imagine the pain you are feeling. :cry2: Please email me if you need to any time at romansmom 2005 @ aol.com (spaces taken out)

((((hugs)))) I'm here if you need me. Barb



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[Zoeluvs2chis]

Mandi,
I'm so sorry this happened. When I first opened your post, your words seemed to jump off my monitor and burn my eyes immediately, as if I'd been splashed by acid! I cannot imagine how horrible this was. I am crying. I'm really crushed that Mia has been taken from your loving hearts, and I know you will keep her close to you in your memories.

[sunflowerbme]

Thanks Barb, my face especially my eyes look like I've been in a boxing match this morning......and I forgot to mention that Huleo is lost, he's grieving and he cried most of the night.....I think the only thing that is going to help is time.....really the neighbor came and was so upset last night and apologized all over herself and asked if there was anything she could do.....you know how do you answer that......she said those dogs the Border Collie's are for hearding their sheep and have a attacked and killed their chickens so they had to pin the chickens up.....obviously these are aggressive dogs and now I worry for my childrens safety when they are out playing and what if one gets out of the fence......I just don't know what to do or say......Thanks again for listening, Mandi

[2Chiwawa]

Oh my goodness Mandi, I was so shocked to see your post. I am so so sorry that this took place and that you had to see it. You are right, things can go wrong so quickly. Just remember that you did not do anything "wrong" and non of this was your fault. Please comfort little Huleo and yourself and keep in touch with us.

I would add my 2 cents that I would report the attack to some authorities because if it ever happens again no one will know that it happened before. Especially if you are worried about these dogs going for any children. But you have to do only what is best for you. It is very hard to report on a neighbors dogs without them being angry.

I truly believe that little Mia is in heaven and that she probably went quickly and did not suffer very long.

Feel free to e mail me at two chiwawa @ yahoo . com (spaces removed) if you need to talk.

[Hercules Momma]

OMG!! Mandi.. I am so sorry to hear about Mia. My heart just sank as I read what happened. What a nightmare. Please accept hugs from us and know that we are here for you when you want to talk. Give Huleo kisses and hugs from us also.

Once again I'm so sorry for your loss. But I'm sure Mia is up in Heaven watching over you and Huleo.

Hugs.

[lilblizzardchic]

omg I am so sorry as i was reading this post i just kept imagining that it was romeo i am so sorry

erin

[Ladylolipop]

Mandi....my heart breaks for you and the loss of your Mia. My tears burn my eyes as I try to tell you how much I hurt for you. I don't know what I would do if my beloved BB or Agnes were taken away from me. They are my hearts inspiration during my days. There are several things going on here that are keeping me busy. My Mother is sick and we have had to put my Father in an Alzhiemer's Unit. I've been able to keep a strong front for mama, but it came crashing down when I read your post. Maybe I needed to release some emotions and tears. I will hug BB & Agnes a little extra tonight with hopes that your pain with be eased soon.
Sincerely, Ladylolipop, Agnes & BB

[Aric]

This illustrates just how fragile and special life is. It can change on us so quickly.

Mandi, I can't even begin to imagine what you are feeling right now.

I've woken up in the middle of the night sweating because I dreamnt (many times) of Blitz being run over a by car while I helplessly stood by, and it's fricken horrible. I never want to realize that dream (read: nightmare). In some dreams, I'm chasing him and then watch as a car comes along.. diving trying to save him. I really don't know what to think about these dreams, but I do know when I wake up the first thing I do is hold him, cuddle him, and appreciate it was just a really bad dream. I've also gotten stricter with the crew when they are outside. It never seems to leave my mind.

To actually have such a tragedy happen, I don't know what to say other than we are all here for you. If you ever need to talk, we're all here to listen.

Our thoughts are with you.

*wipes tear from eye*

[Chloe's Mom]

Oh, Mandi - how horrible! I can't imagine the pain and loss you're feeling. I pray that Mia did go quickly, and didn't have time to suffer. Life is so fragile...and poor little Huleo - I remember you telling us how close they were.

I'm so sorry for your family's loss. We're all here if you need us, and we do understand!

Love and Prayers,

[islandbabies]

Mandi, my heart just breaks for you and your family. I am so terribly sorry to hear about the tragic loss of your beloved Mia. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers, and myself, as well as my roomie and puppers send you all our love and lots of comforting thoughts (and hugs) your way. If you need anything, please feel free to email me at pony grl 477@ gmail . com (take out spaces)
Here's a poem that a friend of mine posted for me when I lost my dear Alana back in jan.

I will lend to you for awhile,
a Chihuahua, God said,
For you to love her while she lives
And mourn for her when she's dead.

Maybe for ten or twenty years,
Or maybe one or two.
But will you, 'till I call her back,
Take care of her for me.

She'll bring her charms to gladden you;
And (should her stay be brief)
You'll always have her memories,
As solace for your grief.

I cannot promise she will stay,
Since all from earth return
But there are lessons taught below
I want this Chihuahua to learn.

I've looked the whole world over,
In search of teachers true
And from the folk that crowd life's land,
I have chosen you.

Now will you give her all your love,
Nor think the labour vain,
Nor hate me when I come
To take my Chihuahua back again.

I fancied that I heard them say,
"Dear Lord Thy Will be Done,"
For all the joys this Chihuahua will bring,
The risk of grief we'll run.

We'll shelter her with tenderness,
We'll love her while we may
And for the happiness we've known,
Forever grateful stay

But should you call her back,
Much sooner than we've planned,
We'll brave the bitter grief that comes,
And try to understand.

If, by our love, we've managed,
Your wishes to achieve
In memory of her we loved,
To help us while we grieve,

When our faithful bundle
Departs this world of strife,
We'll have yet another Chihuahua,
And love her all her life.

[Amaze]

Oh, Mandi-my heart goes out to you!!! My Heuser was attacked last year and I will never forget it. I was lucky that it wasn't his time to go yet though-but if is was, I know he would have waited for me by the Rainbow Bridge as Mia is waiting for you...My friend lost her mini-daschund that was killed in a similar incident last year and we still miss her every day. We will keep you and your family and little Huleo in our thoughts and prayers. May his presence bring you comfort and some solice during your tragic loss of Mia. This is truly shocking and so heart-wrenching. I am so sorry...
Alyssa

[momof1chi]

Mandi,
I am so sorry for your loss! I am lost for words on what to say? We will keep you, Huleo and your family in our prayers tonight. Chili and Chloe send Chi. hugs to Huloe.
Chassi

[Amaze]

Hi Mandi,

I just wanted to check in and see how you were doing...I think about you and Mia and Huleo every day...Love and good wishes are sent your way by me and the Wawa3C's!

Alyssa

[sunflowerbme]

Sorry it has taken me so long to respond I have had a hard time comming here to be honest with you guys! I really appreciate all of your thoughts and prayers, It is just hard it's similar to loosing a child and hearing how happy every one's Chi's are is just hard to hear it's like what about Mia and what new thing would she have done or just those snuggles on the sofa or in the bed......it was just hard to hear about it.....anyway we are doing better now....we still have times when we think and get upset, but like I said it's better. I appreciate all of your responses it meant alot!

[2Chiwawa]

Dear Mandi, thank you for responding. I understand how hard it must be for you to come here. Please don't forget us and come back if you are ever able to. I lost a kitten many many years ago in an accident and I still think of her very very often. It is much harder than losing a companion who has been lucky enough to live a long life. So we understand. Hugs to you all.:cry2: