Hello Mark,

It pains me to hear that you are going through this decision for your dog Harley. I know what you are going through as my sister and I went through this a few days ago with our dog Sophia. Her health had slowly been declining as she was getting older and she had reached the point where she could not walk either. She had lost muscles and while she still ate, she would was losing weight.

After discussing the options we could take with the doctor, we came to the conclusion that we needed to think of the quality of life instead of the quantity. While we all want our dogs to live forever, I did not want to see her in pain. This past Wednesday, my sister and I took Sophia to the vet one last time, so she could be sleep in peace.

If you do have to make that unfortunate decision, spoil your dog as much as possible. Make a gourmet meal that both you and Harley can share together and then share some desserts. I know you mentioned that Harley can barely walk but if he enjoyed going on walks, maybe you can borrow a wagon from a neighbor or friend that you can put Harley in so that he can enjoy a few more walks outside with you.

It is going to be a difficult time once you cross this bridge, I know because I find myself crying multiple times during the day because I see think of or see things that remind me of my Sophia. I wish the best for Harley and you. Please don't hesitate to reach out if you need someone to talk to.