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Post by Deleted on Mar 4, 2015 13:34:33 GMT
Hi my 15 year old standard poodle Josephina isn't eating much of anything anymore and I think the time has come to do something about it. My son is in Vancouver and my parents are in Hawaii. I am going to get her some canned dog food at the vet today and see if she will eat that. I have been giving her bbq chicken breast (yeah, really) and she won't eat that anymore. I gave her a couple of her favourite chicken treats today and she ate one of them. She used to drink a ton of water and doesn't drink much anymore now either. We rescued her when she was 3 years old from a bad situation. She has come to trust us, love us and protect us. She is very gentle, makes lots of noise until you realize all she wants to do is sniff your hand and then goes and lays down. She has always been very athletic, liked to roll in stinky things, hated water, loved to cuddle and was a great companion. I don't know what happens as I have never done this before. I will call the vet today and make an appointment for Monday as I am busy until then and have commitments I cannot get out of. Please pray for both myself and my sweetheart. She is laying here beside me on the bed. I have oodles of pictures of her. She is just so gentle and loving. I hate to do this, but I think it is time.  Thanks, Elannah |
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Post by ~Zoey~ on Mar 4, 2015 13:37:41 GMT
Delta Dawn, I'm so sorry to hear that your precious Josephina isn't doing well. Making those decisions for our pets is one of the most difficult ones we have to make in our lives. In our mind we know it's the right thing to do, but our hearts usually are far behind. Prayers for both of you being said. I know you'll treasure the time you have with her no matter what. Post a picture when you can.
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Post by hop2 on Mar 4, 2015 13:40:23 GMT
I am so sorry your dealing with that. And all by yourself as well. Prayers and positive thoughts. {{hug}}
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Post by miss_lizzie on Mar 4, 2015 13:46:03 GMT
I'm so sorry to hear about Josephina. What you're facing is never easy, but please know that no one could love her more and she feels that love every day.
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Post by *sprout* on Mar 4, 2015 13:52:22 GMT
I'm so sorry!! I had to make that difficult decision in November. Like your sweet Josephina, my sweet Bailey stopped eating. Even though it became apparent that it was indeed time, the decision to let her go was the most difficult and painful one I ever had to make.
Many (((hugs))) for you and Josephina.
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Post by akathy on Mar 4, 2015 14:00:11 GMT
I'm so sorry to hear that. I had to make that decision for my Stella in August and it was a very hard thing to do. Hugs
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Post by momto4kiddos on Mar 4, 2015 14:02:05 GMT
Hugs and prayers
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Post by smokey2471 on Mar 4, 2015 14:52:45 GMT
So sorry for you and your sweetie. Make her last few days extra special. Treats (if she will eat them) extra cuddles and belly rubs. Rides in the car(my Susie always loved those) Sending you lots of prayers and good thoughts.
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Post by KikiPea on Mar 4, 2015 14:56:12 GMT
I can't read the spoiler because my puppy issues are still too fresh in my mind, but I wanted you to know that I am sorry that your pup is having health issues and that you are able to make the right decision for you and your sweet pup.
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Post by crazy4scraps on Mar 4, 2015 15:16:09 GMT
I'm so sorry to read that, and sorrier still that you're there dealing with it by yourself. That's the one problem with dogs, their lives are always much too short. I'm praying for you to have strength and peace to carry you through in the days ahead. |
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Post by ~Susan~ on Mar 4, 2015 15:33:49 GMT
I'm sorry that your sweetie is not doing well. I had to make this horrible and difficult decision in July last year. The hardest thing I have ever had to do. (((HUGS)))
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Post by myboysnme on Mar 4, 2015 16:43:48 GMT
The peas helped me with my decision last summer. It was the right one. Our beloved pets count on us to know.
{{HUGS}}
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Post by purplebee on Mar 4, 2015 17:04:21 GMT
So sorry to hear about your Josephina, Elannah. I have owned two Standard Poodles (well, I should say they owned me!) and they are the sweetest, smartest, most loving dogs.
Sounds like you gave her a wonderful home, and are doing everything to make her comfortable. Hugs....
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Post by Grom Pea on Mar 4, 2015 20:16:29 GMT
I'm so sorry you have to make the tough decision but it's the right one, my sweet grommet stopped eating and we had to put her down in October so I know exactly how you feel.
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Post by withapea on Mar 4, 2015 21:09:01 GMT
I'm really sorry you're in the position you're in. I've been there and it's so hard. Hugs and good thoughts.
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Post by originalvanillabean on Mar 4, 2015 21:11:09 GMT
Sending you hugs, I dread the day we have to face this. So sorry.
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Post by scrappert on Mar 4, 2015 21:41:23 GMT
Giving you cyber hugs. This is always a very hard situation. I will be thinking of you.
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Post by lovinlife on Mar 4, 2015 21:42:00 GMT
I'm very sorry, I know it's hard. Hugs
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Post by Deleted on Mar 4, 2015 23:07:36 GMT
Sending you huge hugs Elannah. My Angel will be 12 this year, so I know I will have to make this decision in the next few years. I'm so sorry you are having to go through this without your family around, but I know you have many friends who'll be there for you in the coming weeks.
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Post by Deleted on Mar 4, 2015 23:12:59 GMT
Hi my 15 year old standard poodle Josephina isn't eating much of anything anymore and I think the time has come to do something about it. My son is in Vancouver and my parents are in Hawaii. I am going to get her some canned dog food at the vet today and see if she will eat that. I have been giving her bbq chicken breast (yeah, really) and she won't eat that anymore. I gave her a couple of her favourite chicken treats today and she ate one of them. She used to drink a ton of water and doesn't drink much anymore now either. We rescued her when she was 3 years old from a bad situation. She has come to trust us, love us and protect us. She is very gentle, makes lots of noise until you realize all she wants to do is sniff your hand and then goes and lays down. She has always been very athletic, liked to roll in stinky things, hated water, loved to cuddle and was a great companion. I don't know what happens as I have never done this before. I will call the vet today and make an appointment for Monday as I am busy until then and have commitments I cannot get out of. Please pray for both myself and my sweetheart. She is laying here beside me on the bed. I have oodles of pictures of her. She is just so gentle and loving. I hate to do this, but I think it is time. Thanks, Elannah |
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Post by ametallichick on Mar 5, 2015 0:21:32 GMT
So sorry to hear that! Thoughts to you and your pup.
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Post by Zee on Mar 5, 2015 0:27:18 GMT
That's such a hard decision to make, I'm sorry to read about it. ((Hugs))
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Post by dulcemama on Mar 5, 2015 0:36:01 GMT
I'm so sorry to hear this. We had to make that decision for our dear kitty right after Christmas. Like you, we had adopted her after she was rescued from a bad situation (in her case, she was being abused) It has been a great comfort to us that we were able to give her a good, loving home after she had suffered so much. I hope that you are able to take comfort in that fact as well. I will keep you and your pup in my thoughts.
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Post by BuckeyeSandy on Mar 5, 2015 1:55:30 GMT
I am so very sorry that you are going through this at this time. Sending P&PTs for support and strength. There is a time when we have to ask, are we keeping our companion animal here for us or for them? When there is little joy and too much pain, immobility, and elimination issues, you are close. When they choose to stop eating or drinking, it might be time. If you have been having regular and frequent visits with your Vet, they may have already brought the topic up or are aware that the end is nearing. Unlike the ideal many of us have, that they pass peacefully in their sleep; it is often not the reality. I know, I wanted our Chance to pass in his sleep, and I am almost hoping the same for Princess. If you want to know the specifics click below. The specifics at a Vet's office, or when one comes to your home, decide before hand what is to happen with the remains. Cremation, burial, and whom is taking care of what.
My Vet will coordinate everything, and you need to do is write the check. Or you can do the arrangements yourself. Have this clear before hand.
An area is prepared, something soft to lay upon, and large enough sometimes for their people to lay down or sit with them.
You may want to have some old towels under your animal in case of elimination or emptying of their bladder.
There are two injections. One is a very strong sedative or analgesic, and the second is what will stop the heart.
It make take some time for the first drug to work, some animals fight it, others go immediately to sleep.
My experience has been that there is no real difference with the second injection, except the heart stops, and there is a very heavy sigh. That is the mechanics of it. but there is so much more to it emotionally. If you have questions, or need assistance, please let us know. so many of us have already helped each other with this. |
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Post by FurryP on Mar 5, 2015 3:08:42 GMT
I am so sorry to read about your beloved girl, Elannah. Many of us have been there. Many say it is the hardest decision, but for me it was easy. Definitely not something I wanted to do, but it was an easy decision because I did not want my pet to suffer. First and foremost, that was most important to me.
I just have to ask, Monday seems so far away. Is there really no way you can do it sooner? 5 days of not eating does not sound like such a good thought. Especially the drinking part. She will be so dehydrated. Won't that cause organ failure/pain? I don't know, I am just asking out loud.
Prayers for you and little Josephina.
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Post by linda~lou on Mar 5, 2015 4:18:23 GMT
I'm truly sorry. Nothing we can say can ease the pain. You'll know when or if it's time. If she is able, spend a day giving her her bucket list. Let her eat anything and everything she wants. If she is just non response to any type of food or treats, just hold her and hug her and tell her stories about the day she found you.
Big hugs. And prayers being sent.
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Post by Outspoken on Mar 5, 2015 4:27:21 GMT
Oh, my heart aches for you and Josephina. But, what a wonderful 12 years you gave each other! A gift indeed since she was in a bad situation, you truly rescued her and she rescued you right back!
It won't be easy, but it will be a selfless act! Prayers for you!
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Post by peasapie on Mar 5, 2015 4:37:39 GMT
I'm so sorry. I've been in that position several times. It's hard on us but You will know when it is the right time. Our live for them goes on and on.
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