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Post by katiekaty on Mar 25, 2022 17:59:25 GMT
UPDATE: we had made the decision before the appointment that we were not going to extend his life, and really not have him continue in his current condition. Even though there was no obvious pain, discomfort, etc, just the rapid breathing seemed to be too much work for his little body. However, before we even made it to the appointment, he seemed to doze off, gasp a few times and passed at 330 pm. It was gentle. I am better for having and loving him all these years. I am going be a big crybaby for a good while-we are all heartbroken. Thanks for caring. Make the right decision at 4:15 today. We have a quality of life evaluation exam for our little pup then. He has declined rapidly since yesterday and while not seeming to be in any pain or distress or discomfort, his little body is working harder to breathe. He is not clearing respiratory secretions and the meds they put him on at the end of last month after a trip to an emergency vet and not really as effective any more. my heart is just breaking. He’s a month and a half shy of sixteen and I can’t bear the thought of losing him. He was the rock that held me together when his sister pup passed away 17 months ago at 15 1/2. Losing these beloved pets is like loosing a child or a family member. I just need the strength to let go—pray for him please! picture of Rascal sleeping on his favorite dinosaur “pillow” and wearing his bow tie collar—and of course, always with the tongue out!  |
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Post by garcia5050 on Mar 25, 2022 18:03:17 GMT
Good luck. It's hard, for sure.
When my cat of 16 years had a stroke, I had to remember that we gave that cat a pretty good life. I'm sure you did the same for your pup.
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Post by malibou on Mar 25, 2022 18:09:56 GMT
I'm sorry for your loss.
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Post by michellegb on Mar 25, 2022 18:19:41 GMT
I'm so sorry. Sending you gentle hugs and love for your pup.
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Post by Neisey on Mar 25, 2022 18:26:17 GMT
Sorry you are going through this difficult time.
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Post by purplebee on Mar 25, 2022 18:27:40 GMT
It’s so hard, but you gave him a wonderful life. Hugs…
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Post by jenjie on Mar 25, 2022 19:01:33 GMT
I’m so sorry. It’s obvious he means so much to you.
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Post by jenr on Mar 25, 2022 19:18:41 GMT
I am so sorry. Hugs to you.
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Post by used2scrap on Mar 25, 2022 19:23:25 GMT
I’m so sorry.
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Post by tentoes on Mar 25, 2022 19:27:53 GMT
Those decisions are so darn hard. ((HUGS))
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Post by auntiepeas on Mar 25, 2022 19:28:17 GMT
I’m sorry.😔 Praying for sweet Rascal.
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Post by mikklynn on Mar 25, 2022 20:04:51 GMT
I'm so sorry. Gentle hugs.
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Post by librarylady on Mar 25, 2022 20:07:09 GMT
Just remember you are doing what is a loving thing, thinking of the dog and its comfort, not your breaking heart.
Hug of comfort for you.
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Post by canadianlinda on Mar 25, 2022 20:07:16 GMT
It’s so heartbreaking when the time comes to make these decisions. Hugs
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Post by The Great Carpezio on Mar 25, 2022 20:12:50 GMT
I am so sorry. He reminds me a bit of my girl with his coloring and ears.
It is so hard to make that decision. I have had to make it twice and the other two times it was made for me (tragic early deaths). They are such a huge part of our lives.
Wishing you strength.
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Post by scrappinghappy on Mar 25, 2022 20:15:28 GMT
We are here to hold you up and support you. This is a tough time but he absolutely knows you love him and a piece of him will be with you forever
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Post by maryland on Mar 25, 2022 20:16:55 GMT
Thinking of you. What a sweet boy. Our German Shepherd is having health issues too and it just is devastating.
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Post by luckyjune on Mar 25, 2022 20:22:15 GMT
It is the hardest and worst decision to have to make. I've been in your shoes twice in the last five years. Our cattle dog lived 16-ish years (not entirely sure, as he was a rescue). Our lab lived for 14. In both situations, I was devastated, but you know what? Afterwards, I realized that I'd made the best decision for the pups themselves. Their loyalty (and my not wanting to say goodbye) would keep them hanging on way longer that was healthy and humane. So, as tough as it is, if quality of life is in question, it's often the best decision. I know that doesn't make it any easier for you. Thinking of you and your sweet pup. (((hugs)))
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Post by mnmloveli on Mar 25, 2022 20:46:17 GMT
I’m so sorry to hear about your beloved family member, Rascal. It’s such an awful decision to have to make but it’s the last one to show just how much you love him. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult day.
My heart is broken for you.
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Post by cannmom on Mar 25, 2022 20:53:50 GMT
Hugs! He’s adorable!
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Post by craftykitten on Mar 25, 2022 21:32:07 GMT
I’m so sorry. It’s the last gift we can give them. Rascal is obviously very loved. Thinking of you.
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Post by Skellinton on Mar 25, 2022 21:34:37 GMT
I am.so sorry. I know how hard it is, but know that the best way to show your love for Rascal may be letting him go. It is sometimes the best kindness you can give him in return for all the love and devotion he gave you. I am so sorry. Hugs to you and Rascal and all that love him.
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Post by edie3 on Mar 25, 2022 22:43:35 GMT
I am so sorry.
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Post by jayfab on Mar 25, 2022 23:27:01 GMT
I'm so sorry. (((hugs)))
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Post by peabay on Mar 25, 2022 23:29:25 GMT
Sending my best. He sure is a cute pupper!
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Post by Deleted on Mar 26, 2022 0:54:21 GMT
Ack. HUGS to you!!!!!!!!!! (What a cute pup he was). I faced a similar decision when the "love of my life" kitty one day fell over and seemed to be in distress. We brought him in to the ER (weekend, of course!) and this beautiful, forever-kitty at only 9 yrs old turned out to have cancer "everywhere" and couldn't breathe. I poured over the xrays and bloodwork, but it seemed so dire. I couldn't see this active, playful, incredibly supportive kitty live the last few weeks of his life in such pain, so I did what you did. It DID leave me a wreck for weeks, if not months.
I'm SO very sorry. I hope that you'll know that you did the right thing for him. xoxo
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Post by mnmloveli on Mar 26, 2022 1:49:42 GMT
Rest In Peace Rascal 💔
Please watch over your family as they adjust to life without you. They will still love you everyday and never forget all you gave them.
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Post by nightnurse on Mar 26, 2022 1:58:05 GMT
I’m so sorry for your loss and so glad that his passing was peaceful and you’d made your decision but didn’t have to see it through. What a long and blessed life your pets had with you! Still never long enough and it is so hard to say goodbye.
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Post by hop2 on Mar 26, 2022 3:21:58 GMT
I’m so sorry for your loss
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Post by Crack-a-lackin on Mar 26, 2022 3:25:15 GMT
I’m so sorry for your loss. He was a lucky pup to have you in his life.
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