OT: upsetting news.

A few of you might remember me talking about my dog Max and his medical problems. Well, I think the time is close for me to make a hard choice. I am going to take him to see the doctor tomorrow. I have high hopes that he is going to say "he just needs more meds" but in my heart, I don't think that is going to the asnwer. I don't know what I will do. I feel like Im being selfish, and yet, I just can't seem to take that step.

I worry I will stall and he will be in pain. I hope the doc can give me that right answers.

L

***hugs*** My thoughts will be with you tomorrow.


Shells

I wasn't around these posts when you talked  about your dog---- but I just had that same experience--and second time in 3years--- I really wasn't sure either---- and then that morning--- I took my old girl to the vet---and she just was 'done'---- 3 days earlier she seemed fine!  So, I have learned that to let our doggie and kitty babies go---while we are holding them in our arms--- is the last graceful gift we can give them.  Oh man! It hurts!! No denying that!  But knowing they are loved and in our arms---while we whisper to them-----is the gentlest way.  My heart goes out to you and you Max------ for me---I like to believe that my girls ( both my dogs were girls) are playing and happy and can hear/see chase balls again....you know all that..... and that I'll  get to see them again..... Whatever you believe, and whatever you decide tomorow, if more meds works---that is wonderful---- you will do the right thing.  You will. Love, Lori

Awww Lu... I hope things get better with Max. I can't imagine having to go through that. I just got my lil girl Whitney and am so in love with her, I just never thought I could be that attached to an animal till now. I'll be thinking about you!

Lusty, You will know when it is time, deep down in your heart you know what the right decision is and when the right time is.  Quality of life is so important. Knowing that you have provided a good life for Max, you will do what is right when the time is right. You and Max will be in my prayers tonight XOXOXOXO Sheryl

I'm so sorry.

Hey LuLu I am really sorry you are faced with these kinds of decisions with Max. It is just as bad as when the doctor talks to you about not resistating a parent or loved one. Perhaps when you take Max to the vets today you and him can make a decision as to what is best for Max and his quality of life.

Jeff and I have had to make the decision all too many times with our dogs. Like Lisa said, you cannot imagine that an animal could be so important to you, but in a lot of ways I think sometimes they really are because they are so faithful and loyal to you whereas humans always put such conditions on relationships.

I know whatever you decide to do, I know you will make the right decision....maybe not feel so great about it, but the alternative could be worse in the long run.

Truly my heart goes out to you and will keep you in my thoughts!

  

Lu I totally know what you are going through. I just went through this with one of my cats. I kept her alive longer than I should have because I just couldnt let go. I had to face the fact she had very little quality of life left. I know how hard it is and hopefully the vet can help you feel better about whatever you have to do. I wish you strength today whatever it may bring!!!

Sending you good thoughts, vibes, and prayers for you and Max.
Lynnie

May your vet help you make the right choice for both you and Max...

xoxo

Lori, Amber and Rosie, too...