I have been through it many times. And the first time was the hardest for sure. I think part of you always feels guilty because in most cases you are the one making the decision..But after many animals and many deaths, I am at peace with the decision when it is time. You, undertook the responsibility to protect and provide and love this little soul. Relieving his suffering is part of this responsibility and he looks to you to give him the peace he so deserves. Animals always sense when they are n the downhill spiral and they naturally stay close to the Alpha because they realize they are at their weakest and need your protection. I have had both cats and dogs do this. Just look into his eyes, calm your emotions, and speak to each other. You will know when it is time..his eyes will tell you..I think he already has but your guilt is getting in the way of your rational thinking. He loved you and will love you more for giving him his needed peace..
________________________________ From: Judy Moon <[email protected]> To: [email protected] Sent: Thursday, February 2, 2012 8:19 AM Subject: RE: [Chihuahuas] Re: My dog is dying Carolyn, No one can make that decision for you. I believe in a quality of life not quantity. So when Bart, who was blind, very literally developed dementia, I had him put down. I stayed with him and he left very gently and quietly. I wrapped him in his favorite blanket and buried him in my backyard. I the spring I will plant a tree over his grave. I miss him terribly, but I know he is waiting for me in heaven. May God bless you in and with your decision. Judy Moon I serve a risen Savior John 3:16 From:[email protected] [mailto:[email protected]] On Behalf Of C.M. Sent: Wednesday, February 01, 2012 11:01 PM To: [email protected] Subject: Re: [Chihuahuas] Re: My dog is dying But how do I know when? And how do I not feel guilty that I ended his life. I sorta understand the pain and all that, but I just look at my Joe and can't imagine it. From:cattailmeadows <[email protected]> To: [email protected] Sent: Wednesday, February 1, 2012 9:58 PM Subject: [Chihuahuas] Re: My dog is dying My thoughts are with you, Carolyn, during such a difficult time. I think Joe is trying to thank you for being such a good "mama"...and I think he can sense your heart is breaking for him. Just remember, when the time comes, he will be waiting for you at the Rainbow Bridge. Laura --- In [email protected], "C.M." <carolynminerthree@...> wrote: > > Hi friends, > My dog, Joe (some of you "oldies" know him) is dying. Two weeks ago, the vet > gave me the "news". My Joe is almost blind, can't hear and has tumors/lumps > all throughout his body. He's only 12 years old - I rescued him one day > before he was scheduled to die - He's a 26 pound corgie/staffie/doxie black > and white beautiful dog. > So sorry you guys, I'm crying. But, no amount of money will fix Joe. I think > he's getting worse quickly - more difficulty breathing, more > coughing/choking; limping even more, not eating and there's more. > What's strange is that he's become a "velcro" dog. Now, he just wants to be > near me - which breaks my heart. Is he trying to say goodbye? Is he trying to > say he hurts? > When the time comes-which sounds soon, what do I do? > Do I take him to his vet? Then what do I do with my Joe's body? > You all have unfortunately, been through this, but I haven't and I don't know > what to do. > Can you please help me? > Thank you, > Carolyn > Joe, Koby, Penny > ________________________________ No virus found in this message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 2012.0.1913 / Virus Database: 2112/4780 - Release Date: 02/01/12
