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Goodbye, Basil Dachshund

Last Updated February 13, 2020. Originally Posted August 11, 2014 By Kristina Sloggett 40 Comments

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Sweet Basil Dachshund

Last week we said goodbye to Basil.

Basil Pup

When we found out Basil was sick, I knew then I did not want him to suffer at all.

I wanted him to be happy and comfortable for the rest of his days. We also knew that our time with Basil could be short.

It was. Way too short.

Basil and a Squeaky

Our wonderful vet gave us a referral for a wonderful doctor who makes house calls. We set an appointment, and we celebrated Basil. He had a grilled burger for breakfast, we set out pillows and blankets, and we sat outside in the fresh morning sunshine. Basil played with a squeaky – a stuffed garlic.

Basil with his Squeaky Garlic

Basil loved the burger. He chewed and squeaked that garlic, and he wagged. He was happy, just being with us. I was happy he was able to be comfortable and calm at home, rather than anxious in a clinical setting. I was so happy to be able to provide that for him.

Today would be Basil’s birthday. This has been a very sad and quiet week for all of us, and today we celebrate him once again.

paws

We love you, Sweet Basil Bud.

 

 

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  1. Marty says

    September 12, 2014 at 8:19 pm

    I know this is so late, but I offer sincere condolences…I was raised with Doxies…they are loves! Oooh my, he will missed by all of us too… Xo

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  2. Kelly G. says

    September 9, 2014 at 4:10 pm

    I’m so sorry. We lost our dachshund Ralphie last May and it still hurts, acutely, more than a year later. We were lucky enough to be able to give him four awesome days and then end his suffering at home, in the comfort of his own bed. Basil was a beautiful guy, and so lucky to have found such caring humans.

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  3. Beltane Stitchb says

    August 23, 2014 at 9:31 am

    lots of love from all family in France, Mina and the 2 cats

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  4. Angie says

    August 15, 2014 at 2:07 pm

    I am so sorry for your loss, these things are so tough.
    *HUGS*

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  5. Calee says

    August 14, 2014 at 9:14 am

    This post made me cry. I know I’m going to have to make that decision soon(ish — dachshunds live to be 20 sometimes, right?). Mr. Barney Stinson is going to be 8 this year, and his back has been a battle for us.

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  6. Kalinda says

    August 14, 2014 at 6:46 am

    I’m so sorry to hear this Kristina. Losing a pet is the worst part about having one.

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  7. [email protected] says

    August 13, 2014 at 6:36 pm

    I’m so sorry for your loss!

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  8. Robin says

    August 13, 2014 at 1:12 pm

    I’m so sorry for your loss. Basil will always be with you. You were lucky to have each other.

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  9. Christine says

    August 13, 2014 at 8:01 am

    Fenway Bark (my terrier) and I are sending love and big hugs your way. Sweet little Basil will be missed. <3

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  10. Lindsay says

    August 12, 2014 at 7:08 pm

    I feel honored to have “met” basil. The most precious dog! Sending you all love and so many prayers. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

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I am a voracious reader and chickpea eater. also known as spabettie.

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