Henry's Thread

dgarriques · Post » Mon Mar 23, 2009 6:52 am

I am saddened at the loss of Henry but I am happy he had such a nice long and happy life. He seemed to be most happy living with you both and I know how he loved Frost. I hope Frost will not take it so bad.

God Speed Grandpa Henry. You were loved and adored by so many.

TwoWhitePiggies · Post » Mon Mar 23, 2009 9:31 am

I downloaded an audiobook to the computer in Frost's room, so he has some gentle noise to keep him company. When I came down this morning, he came out of his tunnel to greet me and eat some hay. I have not seen him looking for Henry. Maybe Henry's passing in the cage - and Frost's role in keeping watch over him - will help him understand Henry's gone.

Bugs Mom · Post » Mon Mar 23, 2009 9:45 am

I think it's great that you're having a necropsy done. I'll be interested in the results as well.

I hope Frost continues to do well and not miss Henry.

salana · Post » Mon Mar 23, 2009 10:36 am

I think that pigs are much more aware of a friend's death when they see it happening. Whereas when their buddy disappears and never comes back, it's like Elvis--they can't really believe he's gone, they only know that he was abducted by the Giant Hand and they miss him.

slavetofuzzy · Post » Mon Mar 23, 2009 11:24 am

Aww. Grandpa Henry. I agree with Brimstone-hoping he'd see a ripe old unheard of age of 15 or so! He had that spirit.

((hugs)) for you two and give scritches to Frost from me and my herd.

It is a sad time for GL.

cavyslave8 · Post » Mon Mar 23, 2009 11:46 am

Grandpa Henry was so special. I know we all loved him and felt like we knew him. STF is right, he had that spirit. I remember telling my vet about him on a few occasions, he was amazing.

Robyn3939 · Post » Mon Mar 23, 2009 2:58 pm

Grandpa Henry will be missed so much. I know he is happily running in the green fields of grass at the Rainbow Bridge with all our little beloveds. Hugs to you Jim and Diana.

Bethie · Post » Mon Mar 23, 2009 3:11 pm

It was so hard to go to bed last night, knowing that Henry would pass while I was away. I'm glad he went in peace and with love. I hope Frost continues to do well, although I'm sure he will grieve in his way.

Love to all of you.

maremma · Post » Mon Mar 23, 2009 11:49 pm

Oh dear, I am so sorry sweet grandpa Henry is gone. He was such an amazingly little man:(

TwoWhitePiggies · Post » Tue Mar 24, 2009 12:57 am

I am trying really hard to be glad about things: that he didn't suffer long, that he didn't deteriorate from another bladder stone, that he passed in his cozy cage with familiar people and friends.

But gosh, I really miss his happy little birdsong voice, and having a piggy I was so very bonded with.

dgarriques · Post » Tue Mar 24, 2009 6:55 am

I know you are sad, he was so sweet. I too am sorry he is gone. How is Frost doing?

camende · Post » Tue Mar 24, 2009 9:08 am

It is very hard to lose one of the ones you are bonded with. Two out of the three I have lost were my special piggies.

I hope Frost is doing ok without his buddy.