Re: Crying For Two Days

beach-mom · ‎03-09-2010

@Nicnacsmommy wrote:
Our dog had puppies with my parents dog. Both of the parent dogs are gone now and the puppies will be 14 in June. My brother kept one, my parents kept one, and we kept one. My brother's dog passed almost two years ago and my Dad's dog passed in January. He had to be put to sleep. He had CHF and Cancer. My Dad couldn't be in the room when it happened, but I needed to be there for him. I was there when he was born and there when he passed. I'm crying as I write this. We still have our puppy. He has been by my side non stop since my husband passed away. I wake up several times a night to make sure he's still breathing. Now that his brother's are gone it makes me more and more aware of the short time I have left with him.

@Nicnacsmommy - How wonderful the two of you are such a comfort to each other! And I'm so glad you were there when you let your dad's pup go. DH, a veterinarian, thinks that is so important, but it is too much for a lot of people, as it was for your dad. Understandably so.

You and your little boy enjoy loving each other.

hckynutjohn · ‎06-15-2015

@Jordan2 wrote:
My sister has the sweetest dog, she is 14 years old and in failing health. She told me yesterday they're going to have her euthanized tomorrow. We all know it is best for her, she can't see anymore, and doesn't hear well, she has a hard time navigating stairs. She isn't my dog, but I am taking it very hard, I'm crying as I write this. I know this is the best action for her, I just hope it will be quick and her suffering will be over. I know she will have people who love her waiting when she crosses over the bridge.

@Jordan2

It's always sad for me to read these types of stories. Many here have had to make this decision and it is heart breaking. Our pets just never live long enough, but give so much love during their time with us.

We have a cat that is almost 21 years old. She was born on our property/had a litter of 8 kittens before I could catch her to get her spayed. We are now giving her fluids, through a syringe and drip bag, every other day. We know it's just a matter of time, but as long as she gets around well, and loves to cuddle with us, and not in pain?

We have had to do this way to many times and still wonder, "was it too soon, to late"? We make sure one of us are holding them when they cross the bridge.

I am sorry your sister is faced with decision. Each animal takes a piece of our ❤ with them.

My best to you and your sister.

hckynut 🇺🇸

hckynut(john)

qualitygal · ‎10-04-2010

I'm sending you hugs and support. Know of the pain you speak, and credit your total love to take care of her, till she goes to the bridge. I know they wait for us there.

eadu4 · ‎06-14-2011

@Jordan2 My heart breaks for you and your sister. I know when I had to help my Ozzy cross, he had been my BFF (best furry friend) for 21 years. I still tear up thinking about him. But I also smile to think I have the best soul waiting for me when I cross. I told my husband to make sure I have some treats in one of my pockets (if I go first) so I can give them to my "good boy". Yes it is the hardest decision to have to make. Having to decide on letting someone go is as heartbreaking as it gets. Watching someone pass tests the strength of your beliefs and your love be it human or pet. We all are praying for you and that God will wrap his loving hands around your sister's dog and cradle him as he is lifted across the rainbow and hold your hearts close through your pain.

Addie2118 · ‎11-05-2017

It is the most important act of love we can do for our furry friends. Sorry for your loss.

77yangya · ‎06-21-2011

I'm sorry for your pain. I'm sitting here waiting for the hot water at 5:23am and saw your post. We had to do this with out cat. We had her almost 20 years. She could not get up anymore nor eat, her sight was failing.

It's just kinder to let them go. I watched my husband cry. It's hard to watch a grown man cry but he loved her too. Our life is not the same but the intense pain does wane after a few months. I know. It's awful. I mean, the pits.

Yeah, they put them to sleep. It's painless and yeah, sometimes even they cry.

Since I had to go through this more than once, I know how painful it is. I'm truly sorry. God bless. XXXOOO

KailaS · ‎03-09-2010

I am so sorry. So many of us are faced with the tough decision to let our fur children go. But preventing their suffering is part of our jobs as pet parents. I put down my beautiful Hunter nearly a year ago. For some reason, I miss him more than any of the other pets to whom I have had to part in this physical life. Yes, I brought a five-year- old semi- feral cat into my life after Hunter died, and a month ago brought into my home a three- year-old "trouble maker." But some losses are harder than others. Most of us understand your sadness.

x Hedge · ‎08-18-2016

@Jordan2, I'm very sorry for your loss.

@77yangya, my little Swee'Pea is gone now too. She died in January, so there are no more little kitties in my house anymore. After 3 months without her, when I get up in the morning I still think to be quiet so I don't wake her.

Katcat1 · ‎07-21-2011

@Jordan2 It is the humane thing to do. My cat who was 19-1/2 I had put down. Yes, it is so sad but you are putting the animal at peace. I finally got another cat and she is now going to be 15 on Aprill 15. She is in very good health and takes long naps but still likes to play and loves to be petted.

kindness is strength