On Friday morning she was unable to stand at all, not interested in drinking or food. I rang the vet and arranged an emergency appointment, and to get her there I organised a local taxi, on the understanding that I would put Meg in the back of the car and the vet would take her out on arrival. I wasn’t allowed inside the surgery.
She was thoroughly checked over while they were waiting for the results from a blood sample. They showed acute kidney failure, with high levels of toxins in her blood stream. Nothing to be done for a dog in this condition, so we made the decision to let her go. Sadly we were not allowed to see her off due to the lockdown restrictions, but the vet said she was comfortable and being given plenty of fuss, even though she was sedated. We’ve been a bit weepy over the last couple of days, she’d been with us for a long time and not being able to say goodbye properly is upsetting. But still, she had a good life.
Here’s a few memories…
Checking out the Foxton Inclined Plane, December 2006
She loved a paddle but wasn’t keen on swimming, although she had to on occasion!
She didn’t like getting a haircut either!
Playing with friends on a sandbank in The Wash, June 2015.
Starting to slow down a bit, taking a break while going up Meaford Locks, 2018.
Enjoying the view across Pontcysyllte Aqueduct last year.
Doing what she did best – getting mucky!
She’s sorely missed…
We’re topped up with coal and diesel thanks to Richard on Mountbatten on Thursday afternoon.
He’s a vital link for us live-aboards while we’re in this situation. Most of the marinas are now shut, with no hire fleets operating they are only opening for doing toilet pump-outs.
We went into the Ellemere Arm on Friday morning for Meg, and I did two shopping runs to Tesco’s before we came back out yesterday. We’re now moored just out of town again. We’ll be here for a while, the vet will ring us when Meg’s ashes are ready for collection.
Locks 0, miles 1½
21 comments:
Oh Geoff you must be devastated. Gosh. You gave her such a good life Geoff we are so sorry that she is here no more. Over rainbow bridge you go Meg.. Our thoughts and love are with you both xx
So so sorry to hear your very sad news and that you couldn't say your final goodbyes. There will be an empty space on Seyella. Sending thoughts and love
Pip, Mick and Tilly
Geoff & Mags, I'm so very sorry to hear this sad news ;(
Be proud that Meg had a great life being part of your crew.
My thoughts are with you both at this distressing time.
Big hugs, Kevin xx
So sorry Geoff and Mags. Please take comfort in the fact that Meg had a fabulous life full of love and great care right up to the end. The two of you have lots of lovely memories to share and keep. Take care and stay safe. x
We are so, so, sorry. A very sad time, especially that you were unable to say a proper goodbye to Meg. We understand how you both feel, it will take a long time to get over the pain of your loss and remember her with joy. I will always remember her as a 'tart' - the way she swung her bum when she walked! We are thinking about you both and send big hugs and lots of love.
We're so sorry to hear about Meg, it's a hard thing to lose your dog. It's years since we met her but she was a lovely girl.
Stay safe
Debby
My heart goes out to you both. We lost our crew member a year or so ago, and the pain is unreal. Only now starting to think about recruiting a new one!
Nick and Anne
NB City of Durham
Thinking of you both at this time of loss. Roger and Sue South Africa. NB Chatsworth
Oh poor Meg! We are devastated for you. She has had a wonderful life with you both. Our fur babies become such a large part of our lives, especially on a boat! Sending you both love and hugs xxx Della Gary and Echo
Hard times Geoff, they are such a part of our lives. She had the best life, so close to the rest of her pack all her life and living in some beautiful countryside. Lovely photos, great memories that'll ease the sadness. Take care both of you.
So sorry to hear about Meg - from seeing how you have written about her over the past few years I know that you will be missing her.
So sorry to hear that you had to let go of Meg. Although I am not a dog owner, I understand how people feel about their furry friends, which is another reason for not owning one, amongst several others. Several friends have tried to persuade me otherwise to go along with the boat, but then they have often been dog owners most of their lives. You will miss her for a considerable time to come I imagine.
So sorry to hear about Meg, such a lovely dog.
Although we left the canals in 2016 we still follow your travels.
Kind regards
Alan & Sheila
NB Andante
Thank you all so much for your very kind comments. We miss her and will continue to do so for some time I guess, she was such a big part of our lives. But at least she's no longer suffering. It's strange though, not having her aboard.
Thanks again.
Heartbreaking news so sorry to hear of her passing. She had a wonderful life full of fun and love. Thinking of you both Richard
Thinking of you both at this very sad time. Hugs to you both and when all this is over we will come and see. X
Big hugs from lockdowned Tasmania. So sorry. Will take a long time to 3al, but it w
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Geoff & Mags,
So sad to hear your news.
Words are not enough, so I send you lots of love & hugs.
Just wish it could be in person.
Sheila Too.XX
We too are so very sorry to hear the news about Meg. It is such a hard thing to have to do when the world is normal, but not to be able to say farewell must make it so much worse. Take care of yourselves. She had a wonderful life. Jennie and Chris.
Sorry to hear about Meg. I loved the way she always seemed to get herself in every photo. She will be much missed, even by those of us who never met her.
Adam
Sending you both enormous teary hugs..we know how you are feeling.Lovely shot of Meg's and our boys in the Wash. X Lesley and Joe
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