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gottacruz

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Hi guys,
Last saturday, i had to take my shadow, 14 yr old pup, part chow and golden whoever, to the vet, to have him put to sleep. I didnt want to do it, but he seemed to be in alot of pain, couldnt lay down, had trouble breathing, his back end going out, i was with him til the end. Friday, before going to work, i watched him and he wouldnt sit or lay down. When i got to work, i started crying. Saturday, it was time, to go to the vet. On the way to work today, i past the vet's office, and thought, i want shadow. Tears are welling up right now, thinking of him.
 
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GloBug

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Oh, gottacruz, I'm glad you decided to post this. We have all been through this with our furbabies, and we know what you are going through. 14 years is a life time for our dogs, and you were so lucky to have him with you for so long. The circle of life is so very difficult at the end, but try to find some joy and good memories in the long life you shared with him.

(((((gottacruz)))))
 
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conniecat

Guest
Yes, I am glad, too that you posted this. I am so sorry, but you did what was best for him. Hope the pain eases a little bit soon. Hugs, cc
 
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ShipMaven

Guest
{{{HUGS}}}, Gottacruz. Many of us share your pain, but I know Shadow is playing now with lots of Cruise @ddicts furbabies, including my Topaz.
 
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kpopperwell

Guest
Gottacruz, you came to the best place for a hug. This past year has seen a few of us go through the same thing. It will get better but we will never miss them.
 
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nieciez

Guest
Gottacruz, I so sorry to read of your loss...it is a sad part of loving these furbabies but the right thing to do when they are in so much pain.
 
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Gayle V

Guest
Oh, (((Gottacruz))). You have my sympathy. So many of us have been there, and know how difficult it is. We had to do the same for our dear old Cassie, back in April of 2000. I still miss her.

What was God thinking when he decided our furbabies should have such short lives.
 
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reggae

Guest
So sorry to hear about your dear friend. It's hard to make the decision but we have to remember all the good times with our dear pets.

God bless...
 
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Donna - dsw

Guest
Sorry for your loss - but know you did the right thing. You didn't want him suffering anymore.
 
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AlaskaMoose

Guest
It's a tremendously sad thing to have to deal with but, as the others have said, you did the right thing in ending his pain. He'll be waiting for you over the Rainbow Bridge.
 
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islandJim

Guest
So sorry to hear about Shadow. We have had to make that same decision twice over the past three years with two of our Chows. Don't second guess yourself, when the pain gets that bad you did the right thing. Be happy about the 14 years that you enjoyed with him. Remember how much fun you had when Shadow was healthy. Ming and Niko are playing with him now.

Jim
 
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lady-bug

Guest
So sorry for your loss. You did the most caring and selfless thing a loving and responsible pet owner can do. Your pain is so raw right now. I'm sure it hurts deeply. Please know that everybody here has been thru the pain and sympathizes. Take care. ((hugs))
 
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KathyC

Guest
Yes, many of us have been thru this & although your heart is breaking now it will get better. Let me assure you that you did the right thing; your beloved pet was counting on you to do the right thing for him even though it was difficult for you to do so. You loved him enough to not let him suffer any longer. One of my pets I waited too long & he woke me 1 night with labored breathing and finally died in my arms; I selfishly kept thinking we could have just 1 more day together but the last night he labored so hard taking his last breath & I will always regret not doing the right thing for him sooner. So when you are feeling really really sad just remind yourself that you did it for him & I'm sure if he could have said it he would have told you how much he loved you for taking care of him that way.
 
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Beryl

Guest
I know how sad it is to have to make the decision to send your furbaby to the Rainbow Bridge! It breaks your heart. But, you can be very sure that your Shadow loves you for doing the best thing for him even though it was so very hard for you! =hug=hug=hug


The Last Battle

If it should be that I grow frail and weak
And pain should keep me from my sleep,
Then will you do what must be done,
For this -- the last battle -- can't be won.
You will be sad I understand,
But don't let grief then stay your hand,
For on this day, more than the rest,
Your love and friendship must stand the test.
We have had so many happy years,
You wouldn't want me to suffer so.
When the time comes, please, let me go.
Take me to where to my needs they'll tend,
Only, stay with me till the end
And hold me firm and speak to me
Until my eyes no longer see.
I know in time you will agree
It is a kindness you do to me.
Although my tail its last has waved,
From pain and suffering I have been saved.
Don't grieve that it must be you
Who has to decide this thing to do;
We've been so close -- we two -- these years,
Don't let your heart hold any tears.

Unknown
 
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shadoesmom

Guest
We put our Wire-haired-fox-terrier Chip to sleep less then 3 weeks ago. He was 14 1/2. It was so difficult, but we wanted to be there with him.

The vet and tech both said that if people knew how peacefully and quickly they're gone, more would be with their loved pets at this time. Most picture it as slow & painful and it is quite the opposite.

I cried for a week, soaking kleenexes. Thank goodness I have my own office at work. While cruising last week I thought of him often, but now that we're home, it's difficult again.

Our new kitten is copying his actions. She is always at my feet, following me room to room, sleeping at my feet as he used to do when he could get up on the bed.

I miss him soooo much, When I came home tonight I looked at some landscaping that we can fix now, as he lifted his leg and killed a few bushes in "his area." I wish I couldn't.

My Chip is playing there with all our furbabies and if I know him like I think I do, he is the rowdiest. :)

Hugs to all that are thinking of their lost pets as we read this thread. I had to get a kleenex.
 
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JacquieP

Guest
I'm so sorry you had to do that. We had to do the same thing for Smokey three years ago on Thanksgiving, and I still have problems going to the veterinarian's office without crying. I'm thinking about you and hoping for better days.
 
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