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Comment on When Your Dog Dies – Tips From Pet Owners Who Understand by Ann Ferris

Ann Ferris — Fri, 25 May 2012 21:32:22 +0000

Hi Nicholas, can’t imagine how very difficult it’s been losing both of your dogs so close together. You only lost your 4 year old yesterday. My warmest thoughts of comfort to you. One day at a time… take care, Ann

Comment on How to Cope With Your Pet’s Death – A Veterinarian’s Help by Mica

Mica — Fri, 25 May 2012 16:34:33 +0000

On Tuesday 22nd of may I lost my amazing one of a kind Lhasa apso baby. He was 3 years old due to be 4 in August. On Sunday 20th of may my baby seemed to lack energy and had a little mucus in his waste. I stayed up all night with him drifting in and out of sleep. The next day I took him to the vets, they said he had a bacteria infection in his stomach and gave him 3 injections, a pain killer, anti inflammatory and anti biotic. Toby seemed perkier and even ate some rice and chicken breast. I took him for a few walks to clear his bowels etc he seemed better! Then his back legs seemed drunk, I picked him up and took him home. Through the course of the night his back legs become less and less responsive, I rang the emergency vet but got told to let him rest for 24 hours. The next morning he was dragging himself around the room with his front two paws, this was heart breaking. We took him back to the vets and they wanted to do X-rays on his spine, they found no damage do we suspect the infection made him paralysed. Letting a 3 year old AMAZING CARING baby be put to sleep was the hardest thing I’ve ever done but I know it’s what he would have wanted. He was my shadow my son my best friend and I would do anything to see him again and be rid of this pain. To anyone going through this too my respect and heart is with you, please keep smiling as our pets would hate to see us sad. This time last week I was cuddling my baby rest in peace Toby you were the best dog, bestest friend and company. Can’t wait to meet again and see your cute face light up. Lots of treats walkies tickles and kisses. Love you forever and ever xxxxxxxxxxxx

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Comment on Should You Put Your Dog to Sleep? A Veterinarian’s Advice by pearllb

pearllb — Fri, 25 May 2012 16:24:13 +0000

I realize the choice is a personal one which no one can make for you but I do feel I need support in even contemplating this agonizing decision. My dog has just turned 14, he is a cockapoo we has since a puppy that has been given an amazing life. About 9 months ago he was diagnosed with prostate cancer which was discovered from tests following increased urination in the house. We chose to do chemotherapy that is now being followed up with chemo we give him in the form of pills and were told that the tumor did decrease. We never expected him to be cured but rather increase his quality of life and give him the opportunity to die of old age as opposed to the severe pain symptoms associated with prostate cancer. We were hoping that he would urinate less as his tumor shrunk but it has only increased over the past few months. Needless to say we have spent thousands of dollars, prob close to 7 or more right now so I can honestly say we have done everything possible to extend his life. He still eats, begs for food, needs to be lifted often, wags his tail when we get home and doesn’t appear to be in pain except for arthritis that he takes meds for. The biggest problem for us is that he urinates and deficates in the house all day and I mean sometimes every 15 min. I am cleaning up from him all day long from morning until night, he does hold it at night when he’s sleeping but usually that’s no more then 6 hrs at best. We started to put down wee wee pads that I thought was such a great idea, he was going on them about 50 percent of the time but now its probably more like 25%, maybe. It has gotten to the point where I hate being home sometimes because of the constant cleaning that is required and I am not exaggerating when I report that it can be every 30 mins, esp urination but I also think the chemo has contributed toward stomach issues as well. I know his quality of life is not the same, he sleeps more, the side of his face around the mouth has begun to droop, not sure what that is yet. What i do know is that our quality of life has suffered from all of this, not to mention the environment of the our house. We can not really get the oder out and as much as we all adore him there is part of me that doesn’t want him around due to the constant cleaning. I could go on here and I thank anyone that takes the time to read all of this rambling. It feels good to write it so even if someone doesn’t respond it has been a helpful activity. I know I’ve been an incredible dog owner, almost always putting my dogs needs first but I just don’t how much more I can take of this, my husband feels the same but I can’t even imagine putting our dog to sleep. Any words of advice or support would be so appreciated.

Comment on How to Cope With Guilt After Your Cat or Dog Dies by Julie

Julie — Fri, 25 May 2012 13:16:12 +0000

Sarah,

Carolyn gives you good advice. I agree, just think of all the good times and try to put behind what happened that day. Reliving those moments keeps that memory alive, and your pet was worth more than those moments. I made a shrine for our dog on our mantle and keep a candle burning for her with her collar. Hang in there.

Julie

Comment on Should You Put Your Dog to Sleep? A Veterinarian’s Advice by Kannan

Kannan — Fri, 25 May 2012 05:55:21 +0000

Dear Kristin, it is the same with most of us. It is not at all an easy decision to put your so loved pet to sleep. Though our pet might be going through a lot of pain, they would not let us know it. Probably they don’t want to see us put into agony seeing them suffering. So, neither the pet is interested to bid good bye to us. But, unfortunately and definitely no one else could decide on it. It is you and you alone would be taking this unpleasant decision. It is how cruel of Him (the Almighty)to let this be decided by us! You wouldn’t be able to forgive yourself if you decide it wrongly, in a hurry. So, don’t decide it on a hurry. Judge on the pet’s condition watching / observing closely and decide if you are convinced -considering the quality of his life and the sufferings he is enduring everyday – that it would be definitely better for Samson to bid good bye. Talk to him. Definitely our pets understand our language and feelings better than we understand theirs.

Comment on When You Caused Your Pet’s Death – Coping With Guilt by Stephanie G

Stephanie G — Fri, 25 May 2012 04:48:17 +0000

We adopted Lucky five months ago from an acquaintance, who reasoned that he was overwhelmed and did not have time for him. What a sweet, smart, affectionate Jack Russell– classic in his tremendous energy and curiosity. We quickly developed an incredible bond. As he adjusted to our household, including a mellow older Jack, we noticed increasing agitation and combative behavior towards other dogs; I don’t want to call it aggressive, but sometimes, unpredictably, he would snap at them, or us. He often bullied my older dog, who began displaying depressed, withdrawn behavior. I recalled that the man I adopted him from mentioned trouble between Lucky and their newly adopted Pitbull. About a month ago, I decided it was best to re-home Lucky through the SPCA. Unfortunately, they assessed his behavior as too fearful and a bite risk and we were rejected. I had been contemplating more training and other re-homing options. Two days ago, unprovoked, Lucky bit my housemate in the face, very close to one of her eyes. The injury has required stitches and possibly plastic surgery. She and I are both devastated. Although my love for Lucky was not diminished, I felt that he was a risk to have in our home. Because we needed to take my housemate to the ER, I filed a bite report with the Animal Services. I told them I needed to surrender the dog. Today my boyfriend and I took Lucky in, and the receptionist recommended that he be euthanized immediately, rather than subjected to the usual 10-day quarantine, then euthanization. She suggested that it was more humane than subjecting him to the discomfort of 10 days of stressful captivity with the same end. That conversation simply broke me. My boyfriend and I discussed it, and decided to follow her cue. I feel an unreasonable amount of guilt about this whole thing. I wanted to improve his life, and feel like ultimately, I failed. I find myself sobbing “I’m so sorry.” The animal control officer had asked me to put a muzzle on him before handing him the leash. Lucky allowed me to place it on him with no hesitation. He trusted me completely. I cannot forget Lucky’s eyes as he looked up at me, afraid and confused, as if wondering why. I fell apart and left the building crying. I can’t stop crying and telling him I’m sorry. A few years ago, when my best friend died, I built a small altar to her, with her picture and offerings of things she loved. Candles, incense. I’ll be building one for Lucky tonight. Rest in peace, Little Face. You were loved very much.

Comment on Should You Give Your Dog Away? 5 Things to Consider by kerri

kerri — Fri, 25 May 2012 03:51:37 +0000

We have a cattle dog/ kelpie, she’s is a very nice dog, we got her as a 6 week old puppy, she is now almost 8. Our only problem with her is that she barks a little bit. She has up set our neighbours a few times over the last 4 years……. and we are now trying to work out if it’s better for us to give her up or keep her or try again to crack down on the barking…. She doesn’t bark non stop its more of a yip or short bark, but kind of often…. atleast each hour…… not at night because she’s in to sleep. She seems to yip at things like.. people walking past… people at the door… the neighbours cat…. sometimes birds… but it not often that it’s more than 1-3 yips at a time!! The neighbours have got very mad this time and they want her gone I think… they threatened my husband… and told us that they have to sell up an move because the dog has driven them mad!!
We need some advice!!

Comment on Should You Give Your Dog Away? 5 Things to Consider by Sequoia

Sequoia — Fri, 25 May 2012 02:08:35 +0000

You know what. Sequoia and I are going to be just fine. Because she is my soul and we will find a way. Shes getting better at interacting, and with other dogs in her space. You know its work. But we were going through some hard times and I obviously wasn’t thinking straight. Because I couldn’t live without her and that is a fact. I’m 21 now and becoming a pilot. She will always be free and that is just how we are. Free and wild. But also willing to achieve a better well being. Why on earth would I give up my pack? Especially when we were are one. I love her and she loves me. End of story