Andrea Rosebrock 
No more lonely cold nights or hearing that I’m bad
No more growling belly from the meals I never had.
No more scorching sunshine with a water bowl that’s dry.
No more complaining neighbors about the noise when I cry.
No more hearing “shut up”, “get down” or “get out of here”!
No more feeling disliked, only peace is in the air.
Euthanasia is a blessing, though some still can’t see
Why I was ever born If I weren’t meant to be.
My last day of living was the best I ever had.
Someone held me very close, I could see she was very sad.
I kissed the lady’s face, and she hugged me as she cried.
I wagged my tail to thank her, then I closed my eyes and died.
Written by an Animal shelter volunteer in Massena, NY
This is the saddest thing I have ever read. I wish we could save them all.
Google “Euthanasia Without Consent” you’ll find there are laws on the books to start killing humans under this same type of reasoning, so think twice before you write off these dogs as you could be next. In human euthanasia it only requires three doctors to sign for it and they do not have to tell the “patient” or their family until after their beloved family member is dead. Not cool and a horrible way to died because you are considered a “useless eater” by the medical establishment.
THis is so sad but yet so true. I cried when I read this remembering back when I used to work in a shelter. This shouldn’t have to be…
I looked at this quite a few times this morning, and had to close it immediately due to the tears.
It was beautifully written, and by God so true.
Bless you little ones that have passed on. I am glad that someone had brought you a little ray of sunshine in your sad lives, even if it was at the end.
So SAD but So TRUE!
Thank you for whoever wrote this beautiful “poem”.
God Bless all the little ones and may them all R.I.P.
Okay D…you’ve done it again. Can’t stop crying. That picture…those eyes….those words. God Bless each and every one of you sweet, loving baby’s. May God forever hold you in His arms and comfort and love you, as you never experienced here on this cruel earth.
it so sad that for alot of pits that’s the last and only love they will feel in there life god i wish a i could take all there pain away
I wish I had tons of acres of ground, I would save all the dogs that are left to die and let them live a happy life. I just get sick when I hear of all these animals being put to sleep. I know that God is really upset over this. People need to realize just how much love these wonderful animals have to give. I cry just about every time I visit this site. If only I could do something. My heart goes out to them. At least they will be with God and taken care of in a way that only God can.
Oh My I am bawling because these words are sad but true.Poor sweet innocent souls who want nothing more than to give love to us.Why do people harm and neglect these poor babies?My heart is broken.
Wow, this is so strong. It is the saddest, but most beautiful thing I have read. I can’t stop crying. I want to run to the nearest shelter and rescue them all! When I read this, I look down at my dog laying at my feet, and cry more. My Anugus was a rescued dog, rescued twice actually. I am proud to say he found his forever home here, I couldn’t imagine anyone putting him down. Or my life without him!
Thank you for sharing this poem here. You should have put up the “keep tissue handy” warning too.
I put my dog down last week. The story I wrote for her is based on a different life than the dogs that inspired this poem. I’m sorry for them.
Dirk, Sorry your had to put your pup down. We all know what that feels like. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Remember your pup will be waiting at the Bridge for you.