I had Ozzie for 18 years. I knew he was slipping away, but I didn't want to have him put to sleep. I prayed that I wouldn't have to make that horrible decision, although I had resolved that if he hadn't passed by the weekend, I would schedule an appointment with the vet.

I took him for one last car ride, carrying him to the car in his doggy bed and placing him in the front seat for the first time. I even grilled him a chicken breast for dinner, but he didn't touch it. His breathing had become labored, and he had started making noises in his sleep. He passed away sometime between when I fell asleep around 4 a.m. and when I got up to use the bathroom around 6:30 a.m.

I had already purchased a pet body bag, dug his grave, and filled it with lime. I placed him in the bag, laid him atop his favorite doggy bed, and lowered him into the grave. I covered him with cedar chips, and my son filled in the hole with dirt. We topped it with rocks and placed a basin with a solar fountain over everything, creating a lasting memorial to Ozzie.

As fate would have it, his best friend, the golden retriever who lived next door, happened to be outside on the other side of the fence with her owner during our makeshift memorial service. It was a fitting, if unplanned, presence for such a difficult goodbye.

Unfortunately, within a matter of weeks, his friend fell ill, was diagnosed with cancer, and passed away, too. It was heartbreaking to lose them both in such a short period of time.

Two years later, I still miss my Pom. Eighteen years is a long time to share your life with a companion, and no amount of time makes that bond any less meaningful. Ozzie was simply the best.

My wife tried her hand at grooming our boys at home and dont they look so handsome!

After plenty of scares and several hundred dollars later, Leo is back to being Leo. On Sunday, Leo could hardly move and was clearly not being himself. We took him to a VEG ER for pets, where he was treated and prescribed medicine. The Veterinarian discovered he was having pain on his hind legs and was sore in a few spots, which explained why when he layed down, he would do so only for a few seconds. After resting for the next two days, Leo is back to almost 100%. He is still in recovery, but we were all so happy seeing him be himself again. Going forward Leo is restricted from jumping off furniture and climbing stairs, however, it will be tough given that he is so hyper. Thanks to everyone who wished him the best! Here’s a short video of him fetching a ball earlier this afternoon!

I love when people post this cause I can see everyone’s pups! So who had a pup that looks like mine, and what do they look like now?

Beebop lies like this directly under the AC in my office

my baby's breath has gotten so bad lately. she's fixed, only 2, very little plaque - vet said 1/4... as a baby she let me brush her teeth (actually she mostly chewed on the bristles and brushed them herself) but she wont anymore. she takes dental treats daily that are vet recommended, and i put liquid dental stuff in her water. breath smells like fish and yucky yucky yuck. otherwise shes perfectly healthy and clean. help.

The boys ❤️ Fun fact, they are exactly 1 week apart in age and have been besties since they were 10-11 weeks old!

It's wild how much can change from puppyhood to adulthood! Looks like an entirely different dog.

Super cute dog rescue!

Clementine ended up at Hamilton Animal Services as stray. No one came forward to claim her.
She was initially quite shy when she arrived at the shelter, but warmed up after a few days of kindness from shelter staff.
We were happy to get Clementine out of the shelter and she went to the vet for a health check. She needs a dental, but seems otherwise healthy. We hope to get her in for the dental surgery very soon.

We’ll have an update on this sweet, poofy pup once her foster family get to know her a little better.

Welcome to Ladybird, Clementine! We’re so happy you’re here!
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Visit our website to see all the ways you can help the animals in our care:
ladybirdanimalsanctuary . com

Ladybird Animal Sanctuary is a Canadian registered charity based in Hamilton, Ontario.

Hi all! I’m a first time Pom owner and have had my little baby 5 weeks now, he is 4 months old.

I know it is advised that you don’t use collars on poms, but I do wonder if y’all have one for their id tags that you don’t attach a collar to? What does everyone do about that? Do you just depend on microchips if they get loose and leave the tags off? I’m not sure what to do! Thank you!

Put out a photo, some treats and light a candle. Your dearly departed loved ones return to visit for Dia De Los Muertos 🧡

Even if you don’t celebrate, it’s a lovely time to honor those who have passed. Today I honor my late Pom, Betsy, who passed Oct 18, 2025.

I think he was sick of me recording 😭😭😭

Louis and I made our very first ofrenda to welcome Leo the OG Pasta Pom home. We can’t wait to spend some time with him.

Hugs to all those who have loved and lost. We forever carry them in our hearts. May your reunion be bright and beautiful. 🧡

(PS looks like we can post videos again!)