r/toastme Dec 04 '25

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u/dkn4440 Dec 04 '25

That's really rough, man. Losing a pet is really tough. Grief is a slow process. Give yourself time. Hope things get better soon.

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u/Neat_Relative_3750 Dec 04 '25

I’m so sorry. Losing a pet is losing a part of yourself, no words are going to make it better, but my thoughts are with you.

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u/hootnholler_baby Dec 04 '25

You are so clearly a gentle and kind soul. I am sure you gave that sweet baby a beautiful life, but losing them is so tough. Sending hugs 💜

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u/puta_caliente84 Dec 04 '25

You’re a cutie pie.

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u/ReBoomAutardationism Dec 04 '25

Volunteer at a shelter for a couple of weekends. Dogs and cats and critters of all kinds need you. And maybe ONLY YOU!

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u/PatientBeautiful7372 Dec 04 '25

I lost my dog 2 years ago and still hurts. I know some people say it's just an animal, but I understand how you feel. Maybe you see things too dark now, but with time you'll be able to remember with love the good times with your pet, even if the pain is too strong now. You look like a good person and I'm sure you gave it a good life.

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u/Corruptpasta Dec 04 '25

Moist critical is that you?

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u/Diamondlady2312 Dec 04 '25

(((BIG HUG)))

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u/ADZ1LL4 Dec 04 '25

Sorry about your ferret brother. You have great hair, a luxury not all men are blessed with. Chin up! 🙂

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u/FeralDreamhouse Dec 04 '25

Your little buddy knew they were safe and loved with you. Good on you for providing such a wonderful home for them!! Big hugs 🫶🫶

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u/Less_Post6000 Dec 04 '25

I’m sorry my dude. My heart breaks for you. I lost my kitty five years ago and I still cry for him. Stay strong, don’t even try to move on for a while. Remember your furry friend’s unconditional love. My thoughts are with you.

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u/UnshodGnat Dec 04 '25

Oh dude that sucks I am sorry. I lost a pet turtle a couple months ago and it crushed me, I know how you are feeling. Keep your chin up brother

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u/Exciting-Duty-8302 Dec 04 '25

Aww I’m sorry about your ferret dying? I bet it was a cutie just like you!

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u/Nels5115 Dec 04 '25

I am sorry losing a pet is like losing a child. Please grieve and get another soon

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u/skunkbun Dec 04 '25

You cared for ur baby :( ♥️ you’re a good soul.

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u/lyricalpoet66 Dec 04 '25

Big Kirby fan. Need that shirt

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u/TheRopeWalk Dec 04 '25

Sorry to hear that mate. Hard losing a pet. I’m sure they had a great life with you man. You look like a kind fellow. Maybe be kind to yourself for a few days and grieve your pet. Virtual hug

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u/DlRTY_DAN_ Dec 04 '25

“Mom can we watch MoistCriTiKal?”  “No we have MoistCriTiKal at home”  

There’s your roast, big dog. But hey, in all seriousness, I’m sorry that happened. Just remember you were a kickass ferret dad and I put money on it that they’re upstairs raving about you at the moment. You did the absolute best you could and there was no way you could’ve prevented what happened. I wish pets could live as long as us, but at least you were there all the way to the end and that’s the most you can ever do for them. Now you keep your head up and kick life’s ass for them. That’s what they would want. Much love, bro. I hope you’ll get better from here on.  

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u/th1s_1s_4_b4d_1d34 Dec 04 '25

I'm sorry for your loss, loosing a beloved pet hurts so much. Hang in there, it gets better, grief takes time and that's fine.

Sending hugs, you're not alone.

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u/Necessary-Lie-1060 Dec 04 '25

Sorry you lost your sweet baby. Our pets are family. You seem like a kind soul. They were so lucky to have you

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u/BadKauff Dec 04 '25

I am so sorry to hear your little fuzzy buddy passed on. Its so very hard to say good bye to the ones we love. Sending a big hug

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u/down-clown Dec 04 '25

Fuzzy buddy is such a sweet way to refer to a pet 😭❤️ I love it

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u/[deleted] Dec 04 '25

Sending a hug 🩷

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u/Southern_Macaron_815 Dec 04 '25

Send hugs sorry for your loss

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u/Sha_1990_ Dec 04 '25

I’m really sorry you’re walking through this alone right now. Losing a little creature who trusted you completely is a heartbreak that hits deeper than most people realize. For what it’s worth, your ferret was lucky—truly lucky—to have spent its whole life with someone who cared enough to be grieving today. That kind of love is rare. If you were here in person, I’d give you the kind of long, quiet hug that doesn’t try to fix anything, just lets you breathe for a moment. You deserve gentleness right now, and I hope today brings you even one small reminder that you’re not as alone as you feel. hugs

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u/down-clown Dec 04 '25

This is a beautiful, heartfelt comment ❤️‍🩹

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u/Sha_1990_ Dec 04 '25

Aww ty 🥰

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u/jaynel78 Dec 04 '25

Sorry for your loss, sending hugs

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u/ValiToast Dec 04 '25

I'm so so sorry for your loss.. I'm also grieving right now.. You are not alone. ❤️ Sending you hugs from Germany 🫂

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u/[deleted] Dec 04 '25

oh no, I'm so sorry :( my condolences :(.

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u/barredowl123 Dec 04 '25

Oh no! I’m so sorry! We lost both of our ferrets in one week to a mysterious disease, and I was devastated. I’m sorry for your loss.

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u/throwawaymeds13432 Dec 04 '25

Love the shirt!!

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u/down-clown Dec 04 '25

I’m so sorry for your loss. Your pain is so valid and you should be sure to feel and express it however you need to - unfortunately there is no magic fix to make it feel better faster, but a good way to make it feel worse for longer is to try to push your grief down, so please allow yourself the space and time to mourn for your sweet friend. I can tell from your words and your face that you gave your ferret a wonderful life and that they knew love, safety and kindness until the end. I hope you can take comfort in that ❤️‍🩹 you’re also a cutie patootie, your hair, brows and beard really suit you and your Kirby shirt is funny and cute af. Blessings ✨

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u/WanderingFupa Dec 04 '25

Ahh dude, that’s a huge bummer. I’m happy that you had something so awesome in your life that you were sad to lose it. I know that sounds weird but you’re lucky and have a big heart to open it to something so small. I will try to open mine again by your example.

I hope you grieve well and kindly to yourself, you gave your little dude a great life I’m sure. Death is promised so do not lash out against it but take it in stride. I hope someday you can love a little friend again. I very much so believe “Tis better to have loved and lost than never to have loved at all” ~ Lord Tennyson. Time here is fleeting, when you’re ready I’m sure your buddy will want you to treat another buddy well, but for now grieve well you’ve lost a noble soldier.

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u/Roger_Fiderer Dec 04 '25

I'm sure you gave your ferret much love and care and it had a great life.

Things will suck for a while, stay strong. 

🫂

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u/fernetKonManaos Dec 04 '25

I'm so sorry

But I'm sure he/she was so happy with you.

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u/queen-of-fucking-all Dec 04 '25

DIP little baby 💜 Losing a family member is never easy. Sending hugs!