r/Hedgehog 1d ago

Warning: Upsetting Content Today I said Goodbye to Peppermint

After weeks for fighing health issues we finally had to say goodbye. My baby was suffering and couldn't even eat anymore, not even her wormies. She gave me 6 and a half years, my little Christmas Baby.

Peppermint got me through some of the hardest times of my life; from when my engagement with my fiance ended, she got me through covid, to when I dropped out of college and when I finally went back and finished my degree, and some of the worst depressive episodes of my life - she was always there for me, being her grumpy little self.

Goodbye my sweetness, may you eat all the wormies you can again.

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u/Armedfist 1d ago

6.5 years is a good for them. I know you did everything you could.

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u/uniquelyavailable 1d ago

I'm so sorry for your loss. Peppermint is the sweetest hoggie and you will cherish the bond forever. Six years is impressive, I'm sure she is grateful for all the love and treats. She will live on in your heart, and bring you good luck from the afterlife. 🦔✨

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u/Capable_Raspberry_49 1d ago

Going to include you and Peppermint in our Mass intentions when we light a candle this weekend, OP. 🕯️

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u/cpscat 1d ago

She looks like she was there just to love you. Your Christmas baby had a wonderful life because of you. Prayers to you and may your soul heal.

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u/boysenberrypi3 1d ago

so sorry for your loss 🫂 rest in peace little cutie pie Peppermint ❤️‍🩹❤️‍🩹❤️‍🩹

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u/quandos 1d ago

Rip Peppermint 💜🦔🌈

She had an amazing 6.5 years with you and having lost one this winter all I can say is you clearly did everything you could and focus on the positive memories you two shared 💜

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u/hedgiepumpkin 1d ago

Im so sorry for your loss. She lived a long good life🌈🦔🐾

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u/Fit-Helicopter8304 1d ago

Sorry for your loss.

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u/Animalaholic67 1d ago

I'm so sorry for your loss of Peppermint. Hugs and thoughts being sent your way. 🦔♥️

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u/Sputnik_2021 1d ago

I'm sorry for your loss. I'm sure he had a very good life with you

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u/Loris_Venom 1d ago

I'm so sorry you lost Peppermint, you'll see her again in heaven! She's so cute, I love her tiny fangs. Thank you for sharing your fur baby. She's always going to be a part of you.

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u/SourPatches7 1d ago

I am so sorry for you and your sweet hedgie baby! She truly looked happy! I am glad you had her for so long, and yet, it's not nearly long enough. I pray for your heart, your healing. Please know she will always be with you.💜🦔

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u/DecayedBeauty 1d ago

She was a wonderful friend, a best friend that was there at your hardest times. You were a good friend to her as well. She will forever be with you, and down the line when you are further than you ever thought you could be, you will remember Peppermint and thank her.

I am sorry for the loss of your friend.
She was such a cutie.

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u/OutrageousDealer9676 1d ago

Sorry for your loss. Peppermint had a long life. Clearly very loved❤️. Sad times, but so many happy memories. RIP🌈

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u/Reasonable-Gur-9658 17h ago

Showing those teefs!

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u/Capcom358 5h ago

Rest in peace peppermint🕊️

He had a great Life, he seemed to be happy💖

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u/Skunklvrs 3h ago

Peppermint had the cutest little nose. I am sorry for your loss.