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When his eyes tell you its time, its time. No use in him suffering. Be at peace knowing he was well loved.
I had to put down two dogs in two months this summer. I had to let the first dog go because his joints were failing and he could barely move. He was happy and eating until the very end but I could tell that he was getting to the point where he wouldn’t be able to move at all. My second dog, a schnauzer mix,had congestive heart failure, kidney failure, cancer, and her bloodwork showed signs that her liver was also beginning to fail. We had fought for so long but she was tired and unhappy. For both of them, one of our previous vets had switched from normal veterinary practice to being an in home euthanasia specialist so that she could have a more flexible schedule for her young kids so I asked her to come out for both of them. She was a great vet but is fantastic in her new role. It was very peaceful for both of them.
Thank you. I’m sorry that you’re going through this now. My schnauzer mix had also stopped eating too and she fought me on all of her pills. It sucks and it’s awful to have to make that choice for them but it’s the most merciful and selfless decision we can make for them. I miss my girl a ton and I would do anything to have her back but her last few weeks were awful so if anything, I maybe should have put her down sooner. She was good at going through the motions of her normal activities and interests so it was hard to determine whether she was faking it for my sake or if she was ok. I told a few of my team members and gave myself a long weekend to grieve both of my dogs. Thankfully, I have a third dog and he has been my constant companion since they passed and has really helped me to mourn and move forward. For my dog, dying from CHF or kidney failure would be painful or very unpleasant so I had decided when she was diagnosed that I would not let her die naturally and that I would do everything I could to save her from either unpleasant death scenarios. The cancer was an unexpected curveball that I think may have accelerated her already deteriorating condition. I cried a ton leading up to making the decision and after making the decision to put her down. It’s ok to cry.
We have more bad days than good lately.
Our beagle was diagnosed with cancer three years ago. We discussed quality of life, bad days, and when it was time to have her cross over the rainbow bridge. We made a bucket list of things she loved to do.
When it came time, we had our vet come to our home. Our other dog was with her the entire time. Vet was amazing with her and the family. It still was hard but he made it easier. As I'm writing this I'm crying. It still hurts occasionally. She was our first dog.
You will know when it's time. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
It’s hard, but if you are asking this question, it’s likely time or very near time. Cherish the moments you had. Unsolicited advice, but have a paw print made.
I’ve been through this with 4 pets, and it’s never easy. I’m sending you hugs.
You’ll know when it’s time. The ultimate final act of love is letting go. for me it was when she stopped eating and the bad days significantly out numbered the good days (it also happened in just a few days)
It's a very hard decision and when the time came I always knew. One dog it was when he stopped eating, even his favorite cheese. Another was pretty quick when I noticed his stomach was swollen one day, took him to the emergency vet because he also was acting off. They found his stomach was filled with blood. He wouldn't have lasted through the night. The last had a stroke and couldn't stand/walk. He was 15 and for a border Collie that's a long life. Had his behavior at least been normal I would have done anything I could to extend, but he just wanted to lay outside and cry.
So sorry to hear what you’re faced with. Even though our sweet Aussie, Annabelle was 17 1/2 years old, it was still difficult to say goodbye. She was deaf the last year or so of her life. She couldn’t walk, losing all function of her back legs, for over a year. I would carry her out, with the help of a harness, in order for her to do her business. Once she stopped wanting to eat, and not being able to contain her bowels, we knew it was time. I wasn’t aware of any in home services. This was just over two years ago, and there were still Covid restrictions. I contacted our vet and thankfully, after pleading, she allowed my son and I to be with her as she took her final breaths. We try to focus on how much love she brought into our home. It does get easier, but it takes time. God bless you and your family. May time grant you peace.
We have had dogs my entire life. My yellow lab, ginger was my first dog out of grad school. She went everywhere with me and knew my family and friends well. She was the best dog! Fast forward- into marriage and kids. When Ginger was 15 I knew she was in pain and not as spry, etc. My husband would not give me any advice bc it was ‘my’ dog and first love lol. I finally called the vet- ginger wasn’t sick or anything but would wince when we pet her. She also had a difficult time with balance. The vet initially told me it was my decision to put her down that he can’t make that decision. Called months later and Vet said to bring her in, Ginger was a new 16 years old at this point. We brought her in and the vet took one look at her and said we have to put her down. Part of me knew this would be the outcome, but a bigger part of me was in total denial. I stated in the room with her for a really long time while saying my goodbyes and cried. I look back and feel guilty I ‘kept’ her alive too long w her daily discomfort. And all for selfish reasons. We’re on our 5th dog. Losing a part of your family is so hard, but the memories and good feelings never die! I’m sorry you’re going through this. 💝
I have 2 dogs, a yellow lab (8 yrs old) and a morkey (5) , and I know that, no matter how much I want to push those thoughts aside, the day will come to say good bye. That makes me want to enjoy and cherish the now all the more. My thoughts are with the OP and all of you who shared here.
I had to put my yellow lab B.B. down. She had a blood blister, which is common in that breed. My vet told me when they find the blister, the dog has about 6 months left. When I got the news, I waited 5 days before the next appointment. B.B. kept waking me up at night and she never done that. If the blister broke she would have bleed out in just a few minutes.