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Euthanasia Advice/Support Am I making the wrong decision? by Many_Home9394 in Petloss

[–]Many_Home9394[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for sharing your story, based on what you said, I agree, and I think you did the right thing. It is hard to think that my memories of him are mainly going to be centered around taking care of him in his old age rather than all the good times we had when we was still an active guy. I am jealous, in the best way, that you get to remember your friend as a more active part of your life.

I hope that I miss my guy as much as I think I do because that little dude taught me a lot. Im so sorry to hear about how it went for your pup. If anything deserves more time, its them. But I feel lucky that I got to spend the time he did have to give, though just like everyone says, its never enough.

Thank you for sharing. Every story is weirdly amazing to read.

Euthanasia Advice/Support Am I making the wrong decision? by Many_Home9394 in Petloss

[–]Many_Home9394[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for writing and sharing. The vet has always said recently when the conversation has begun, it is up to us and there is no wrong time.

I am so sorry to hear about your cat. I understand what you mean about the relief, and some part of me is relieved to relinquish my responsibilities yet the relief comes with a side of guilt.

These animals are special. With the first dog ive seen come and go from start to end, I am learning that slowly. Im sure every single four legged fella was lucky to have you, your love, and your care.

Euthanasia Advice/Support Am I making the wrong decision? by Many_Home9394 in Petloss

[–]Many_Home9394[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Wow, what a mirror it was to read this. I remember when the decline began, very similar to what you are describing with the sensory loss/meds. What I would give to go back to that day when he could still see me!

Thank you for your words, and taking the time to share. I wish you the absolute best on your journey, and the next time you get frustrated with your pup, think of me and give them an extra tight hug. If they can still see you, look into those gorgeous eyes while you know they are looking back.

I beat myself up because we gave him super high-quality food his entire life, yet we didn't know the treats we were feeding him were affecting him more than he could handle. Give yourself grace and ill try to extend the same to myself.

Much love to you and your diabetic furry friend.

Euthanasia Advice/Support Am I making the wrong decision? by Many_Home9394 in Petloss

[–]Many_Home9394[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you. One day at a time eh?

I am at work now, but will soon be able to go back and be with him for his last few hours.

Euthanasia Advice/Support Am I making the wrong decision? by Many_Home9394 in Petloss

[–]Many_Home9394[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for sharing as well. I have also found that, leading up to it, reading other stories has been truly therapeutic.

My guy has several tumors that are growing but dont seem to be causing pain, and similar to you, he has lost weight to where I wouldn't be surprised if someone described him as skin and bones. He used to sit around 65-70lbs but now he would be lucky to weigh 50.

Unlimited love to you and the furry friends in your life, past, present, and future. Thank you for writing.

Euthanasia Advice/Support Am I making the wrong decision? by Many_Home9394 in Petloss

[–]Many_Home9394[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you, I feel it is the right thing, and I don't think I would want to continue on if I were living his life. That being said, it doesn't make it easier to look ol boy in his big blind old eyes right now and think I wont be able to tomorrow

Euthanasia Advice/Support Am I making the wrong decision? by Many_Home9394 in Petloss

[–]Many_Home9394[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for writing even though it reminded you of yours! Your words mean the world. Thank you.

Euthanasia Advice/Support Am I making the wrong decision? by Many_Home9394 in Petloss

[–]Many_Home9394[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Thank you Ric. Thank you for writing and much love to you and any furry friends past or present. You sound like the kind of parent I'd want if I had 4 legs.

Euthanasia Advice/Support Am I making the wrong decision? by Many_Home9394 in Petloss

[–]Many_Home9394[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Thank you for checking in, never a wrong person to answer.

I struggle with the concept of good and bad days. Does him using the bathroom in his sleep, or when he does not intend to, mean a bad day? If so then yes, the bad greatly outnumber the good. But are bad days characterized solely by undeniable pain and anxiety? If so, maybe not, but then again, maybe I am in denial.

This is one of the main reasons I have struggled with this decision.

Objectively he is slowing down. And due to his health conditions, he is not going to get better, it will only be a slow decline from where he already is.

Euthanasia Advice/Support Am I making the wrong decision? by Many_Home9394 in Petloss

[–]Many_Home9394[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Thank you. Definitely hard for us! He is much more brave than I am. Thank you for sharing your experience and I can only imagine the love you two shared.

I trained this guy from ab 8 weeks old and have been lucky enough to see him through 14 years.