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Bobber is Over the Rainbow Bridge

Jas

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I'm so sorry :sorrow::sadhug:
 

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So sorry for your loss.

:sorrow:

Its something how a few seconds can change our lives forever.

Flying into walls, mirrors, or glass is every parronts nightmare as it can happen to any of us & out of our control.

I know you were trying so hard to keep the family together even when one of them not sure which was screaming & attacking your hubby & now this unfortunate accident.

Hopefully your baby will have some understanding that accidents happen & sometimes things we love have to go away.

I guess you will have to try to assure him that it won't happen to Mommy & Daddy.

I'd still make sure the cats room can't be opened by the toddler as it would be an additional burden on them to have accidentally caused it by letting the cats out. Cats are fast & all he has to do is peak in on them & they are out.
 

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I'm so so sorry to hear this.

Last year (June 21st) my hahn's macaw passed away. My daughter was 2, almost 3. It was really difficult to explain where he went and what happened to him, so i understand. She came up with a story about him turning into a doctor birdy to fly around and help other sick or hurt birdies. She still refers to him as a doctor bird. It kind of helps to think that, even if I know better.


That's interesting idea as long as the child has not witnessed it but if the child has seen the deceased bird it makes it harder.
 

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I'm so sorry, Shawna. Bobber had the best life in the world with you and your family. Your baby will process Bobber's death in his own way, with your help.

Bobber fly high and free and say hi to all of our guys and gals who have gone before you.
 

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Oh no, I am so sorry. :sadhug2:
 

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I am deeply sorry for your loss.

The feisty ones always seem leave the the deepest hole in our hearts when they leave us.

Wings Forever Proudly High, Bobber.
 

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Oh no Shawna I am so sorry for your loss. We have lost so many fids on here lately or maybe I just didn't notice as much before we lost Aries. Sending healing thoughts towards you and your family!! :sadhug2::sadhug2::sorrow:
 

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Oh no. I'm so sorry.

:sadhug2:
 

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I am very sorry about Bobber.
:sorrow:
 

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So sorry.....
 

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So sorry for your loss.

:sorrow:


Its something how a few seconds can change our lives forever.


Flying into walls, mirrors, or glass is every parronts nightmare as it can happen to any of us & out of our control.


I know you were trying so hard to keep the family together even when one of them not sure which was screaming & attacking your hubby & now this unfortunate accident.


Hopefully your baby will have some understanding that accidents happen & sometimes things we love have to go away.


I guess you will have to try to assure him that it won't happen to Mommy & Daddy.


I'd still make sure the cats room can't be opened by the toddler as it would be an additional burden on them to have accidentally caused it by letting the cats out. Cats are fast & all he has to do is peak in on them & they are out.


I'm well aware of my predator and prey (cat, rat, and bird) dynamics and how they work. I appreciate the concern though

It was Bobber that was attacking my husband and screaming, however that was weeks ago now and we had found our rhythm again. I was hopeful that we could work on clicker training him to make both our lives easier. Now we won't have that chance. :(
 

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On no, just saw this. I am so sorry. :sadhug:
 

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Boy, do I hate seeing these in the new posts. Very sorry for your loss, Shawna. :(
 

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I’m so sorry for your loss. :sadhug:
 

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I am so terribly sorry @Mizzely Shawna. Huge hugs coming your way.
 
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