I just had to put down my Star dog the beginning of September. She was a 15 year old malti-poo full of life- hand stand-peeing, outrun every dog at the park kinda gal...until the last year her liver and cognitive functions took a steep decline. I think I waited a little too long to let her go. I was in a deep depression after, something I haven't experienced since my mom passed 20 years ago. I didn't anticipate the sadness. I'm starting to get my crap together...she will be forever missed.
I have a playlist of music I listen to when I want to remember her. My favorite song for her is 'Vagabond' by Caamp.
Peace and love to those who have lost their animal companions.