Dear Jaq,
I am so so sorry to hear about the passing of Trixie.
I know how hard it is to say goodbye and hold them in your arms for the last time and tell them how much you love them. Trixie knows that !!! I am still missing Beezer every day since 11/25 and not one day goes by that I don't wish I could kiss his little head and hold him, but I know he was very ill and is in a better place. (Beez was a Norfolk terrier and just celebrated his 12th birthday).
You put a smile on my face when you described how Trixie loved the rabbits on your property. Clearly, she was a sweet pup. Just keep thinking about all the lovely moments over the 16 years that you had her. It does help to think of the lovely times and may I tell you that Beezer was as important in my life and MORE so than some humans. I know exactly what you mean when you say your pup was by your side all the time even when friends and family were not. !!!!!! I went through some tough times with my own father's illness (pancreatic cancer) etc and Beez was right there every moment of the day when others had enough. He allowed me to be me. We obviously share the same thoughts here.
God bless you at this moment. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Debbie
My prayers and thoughts are with you.