Rest in Peace my little Charlie

[RubyDG]

Really sad to hear about Charlie . He was such a wonderfully special grumpy man-ham. I know you're going to miss him terribly. There aren't really any words to make it better, just make sure you make time for yourself now to grieve. I loved reading about your journey with him, thank you for sharing it with us.

[Thin Lizzy]

I burst into tears when I saw this thread and still crying writing this. Serendipity I'm so sorry your little one has gone to the bridge. You and I joined the forum round about the same time and so loved following Bonnie Prince Charlie's thread, what a wonderful life you gave him. The both of you shared a wonderful bond and your love for him will be in your heart forever. Sending you big, big hugs and that I'm thinking of you and I'm here for you should you need to talk xxxx

[pinkneon]

I am so sorry. I actually can't describe the way I am feeling right now ... Charlie was a wonderful little ham with a big personality and I will miss him dearly. I hope, in time, you will be able to know that you did the right thing for him and that he knows that too. You gave him a wonderful life, full of fun and love, and I think he knew what a special boy he was.
Sleep well Charlie. I will miss you so much xxx

[kelza]

I'm so sorry, Serendipity. You and Charlie are in my thoughts. The snowdrops sound beautiful. Play well at the bridge sweet Charlie. Hugs for you Serendipity.

[EnerHam]

Charlie was a wonderful hamster and you gave him the best possible care. He was a lucky little fellow to have someone so caring for an owner. I think you did the right thing-- he's not suffering any longer. I don't think any of us will forget Charlie. Sorry for your loss.

[Hamsterita]

My heart is breaking. I'm so sorry for your loss. You were both very brave, he fight until the end, and you took care of him til his last moments. I couldn't have done it. Unfortunately this things are meant to happen, but you put all your efforts in making him confortable, and that's only a little reflection of what his life was, a life full of love and attention.

Missed but never forgotten. Rest in peace little Charlie.

[racinghamster]

I never thought I wouldn`t be able to see my laptop screen through watery eyes but here I am, thinking about the good times and Charlie`s escapades. We get so attached to our wee pals and it`s a hammer blow to the body when they fall ill and we know their time is limited. You went that extra mile for Charlie Serendipity, Never stopping to make sure he had the best of everything, be it a bigger cage, a better wheel, a nicer sleeping house....

He was a fantastic patron and a friend. Lets all toast Charlie today with a cup of tea or what ever we have. He will always be remembered.x

[Pebbles82]

Thank you - I am very touched by all the fondness for Charlie and support xxx I explained to Stepson that is is Charlie's body that has died because it was worn out and his little soul has gone to hamster heaven and it's called "over the rainbow bridge". I felt a bit better myself when I explained that. I have still talked to him since we got back and said goodnight to him last night as I never know how long it takes them to leave - sorry if that sounds a bit strange. I know some people say animals don't have souls as such but I think all living things have a life essence that goes somewhere.

[cypher]

That doesn't sound strange at all Serendipity, I feel the same about their soul still being present for a while & somehow you know when they are truly gone to the bridge & ready for burial. I always talk to mine & hold them too until I feel the time is right.
The bond between you is still there & always will be.

[Emma H_amster_]

May he run forever happy on the rainbow bridge <3
sry for your lost serendipity hamsters can be small... but they still leave a big hole in our soul when they die hamsters is still our pets and pets is family and your best friend for a lifetime!
hopefully Poro will share some mealworms with Charlie if she havent eaten it all yet :P
Say hi to Poro from me and make you some happy hamster friends at the rainbow bridge Charlie <3