history: My 15 year old dog just died.  He was my buddy and I am all broken up because of his passing. My 15 year old dog just died.  He was my buddy and I am all broken up because of his passing. Man that is really hard.  I can relate however b/c my sweet Riley(dog) just had to be put to sleep due to congestive heart failure
current: Yeah, I understand it was his time to go, but it doesn't make it any easier.
next: It doesn't.  Try hard to stay positive and remember he isn't suffering anymore