I’m glad I saw this though because I have been down this road several times but it always makes me feel better to read others heartbreaking stories too so that I know I’m not alone. Nothing a harder decision. One thing I’ve learned is that there is no way to perfect the time you let your dog go. Last weekend, we took both dogs to the beach for the day. The more productive the dog is (for example, if the dog has an occupation, like a police dog or therapy dog) the less sleep they need. Pain can cause a dog to snap. She was and is my baby girl. He sleeps a lot when I'm away from the house. You only want to do what’s best for him. It is similar to Vesibulaire disorder. Your dog’s sleeping is interfering with eating or drinking. Lily is my warrior princess-she’s lived a good life. I feel like i would be killing him. I watched this video and it gave me comfort on my decision. Angie- I don’t understand what you would like help with. My old girl is a 3 legged black lab. Is coughing up blood a no question end marker ? He is still happy and eating and playing. I will always love and miss her. My Summer is 15 years old. We feel it is time to let him go. The Vet told me we should just watch him and when it starts affecting his eating or causing pain then we would have to put him to sleep. I have tremendous guilt in my gut that I gave up on him too early, but with the 2 separate vet/hospitals giving the same advice, and your reiteration of how stoic dogs are, I have a modest relief that he isn’t in any pain anymore. She still wanted pets. I’ve taken him to the vet who said they are very common for pure breed dogs. But she appears to enjoy the big soft dog beds I lay out and usually sleeps soundly. She losing her back legs really quickly. I just can’t.” I definitely didn’t know. We didn’t take her to the vet because she couldn’t be on medicine long term and her anxiety made the possibility of continuous fluids not a reality as they would upset her and her anxiety was always unbelievable we always worried she would die from a heart attack. Sleeping in the sun on our front deck He has disc problems and had been unable to do stairs for a number of years so I slept down on the floor next to his bed for the past year or so. Or maybe one that likes long afternoon naps? sometimes all day :( what do i do im getting worried However, it was last February he experienced what his vet best can be described as a stroke. It is really breaking my heart that I cannot afford a lot of Vet bills also but I am really having a rough time with the idea of making that final decision to have her put down. He could only walk in circles. I will wake up if I hear her pacing in my bedroom and take her out at 3 or 4 am. Our Boxer will soon be 14, she has lost her hearing, we have a younger dog she used to play with a lot & that is a rare sight now. Is she dying? Thanks Todd, he was glad to know you too. She has hot spots in the warm months. There are other quality of life issues…..no longer being able to take a walk, get up, fecal and urinary incontinence, and barking that she never did before because of anxiety. I can’t tell you what to do – I would just assess his quality of life and whether or not he’s in pain. She can no longer do any of the things she used to enjoy: car rides, walks, sun bathing, eating, scaring the neighborhood kids… He suffered some early hardships by his previous owners (that we are aware of). She also said we could contact her anytime day or night if he took a turn for the worse and was suffering. My husband and I put our chihuahua down on Monday the 21st after 17 years of happiness with her. He spent the night at the emergency vet. The thought of being without out her spins me out of control. She has started digging in the trash and counter surfing which is not like her at all. Until I saw how quickly he went, I had no idea if I was doing the right thing. I am heartbroken as many of you have been. Thank you for sharing. She was losing bladder control while she slept (about 3 years ago) and the vet prescribed ?Prion, (phenylpropanolamine) and this problem was completely solved. It’s stressful watching him suffer but I have this sense of relief thinking that he will have had a great life and not ended up doped up on all kinds of meds, not being himself and in a sense retaining his dignity. I feel the same way I put my dog down yesterday I had him for 12yrs but trust me u know and I know it was time we’re feeling like that because we love them so much I cry all the time it feel like I’m losing my mind. Take care. My whole family is heartbroken. Although not an easy decision to make sometimes it has to be done. If not you may want to try diapers – lots have people use them on dogs. I had to get him out to sleep and it was terrible, I would never have another dog as I could never stomach the pain and no dog would ever live up to him. Apart of me knows i should put him down. We sat on the ground together with him. It sounds like your dog is fine, physically. She lost her health so quickly. It’s been over 11 years. He will be past his pain. My husband started last night putting their water up on the counter which worries me because if she didn’t need all the water she’s drinking she wouldn’t be drinking it. Being a soft touch, I always “dropped” something I was making on the floor for him. It sounds like your dog was suffering, and many older dogs have trouble recovering from major surgery. There are daily accidents since she cannot tell us when she to go out as she cannot get to us to let us know. He sniffs to figure out which is water and which food.Everyone tells me to put him down, but I’m not sure if it’s the right time. I m searching around how do I know it’s time ! And of course, if you have any questions or concerns about when you should put down your dog, consult with your veterinarian. Awh, that is so sweet of you trying to help. It’s heartbreaking cause chief LOVES car rides he just can’t get in & out of the truck anymore. Nearly 2 years ago he had a large abscessed tooth so we took him in. Over the last 3 months he seems to have lost the will to live, despite medication, he never barks or wags his tail and we have just become his carers. Anonymous. The pain of losing a pet one of the most painful things I’ve experienced. I feel so bad for him and keep wondering if I could afford further testing, would we find the cause of his condition and be able to treat it? I love her so and want to honor her at every step-even the hardest ones. About an hour after having water the accidents begin. The average adult dog sleeps about 12 to 14 hours in a 24-hour day. :(. Again, she was barely able to walk- we made a ton of accommodations for her. In last two weeks he was recently diagnosed with diabetes. NO. I know I’ll have to make this decision soon and will discuss it with my Vet but I appreciate the shared experiences and that I’m not alone with the battle in my kind of when it’s the right time to say goodbye. I didn’t want to do it and I was tortured thinking about it when I first found out she was sick, but when the time came I just knew and I had peace about it. We agonized over where to draw the line at quality of life for over a year. He saw the vet one week ago today. They will ALL be carried in our hearts while we walk this earth & it will NEVER be an easy decision or a task in our everyday life. Have you ever wondered what your dog / puppy does once you leave?! It will be a very sad day for us and just the thought of it brings tears to my eyes. Her breathing got worse and I knew she was dying. Toward the end the only was to get him to go down the stairs was to bribe him with treats, and going up I’d have to put my hands on his haunches to give him support. I hate seeing him in pain. I believe I’ll have to make this decision today or Monday. Each time she stops eating, like this am, I can get her jump started with Pepcid and a steroid–but at what cost? Now, three weeks later her brother, Smokey from the same litter, is not doing well. Thank you for the post and the ways to “know”. She’s a great dog but we won’t forget our old chocolate lab. It sounds like he’s still doing ok to me. We just had to put down my sweet dachshund, Boonie, 4 weeks ago. She has never had any issues and has been the perfect dog. Seattle dog spot, thank you so much! This article bothers me so much because of one thing…the 45 stairs. I can relate to your situation. We are called to be Stewards of our planet, humans as a race do this poorly, but as individuals we can do better. She is about 50lbs, mixed black Labrador/hound. Letting go was the best thing you could have done for him. It is inoperable. I got a last wag and lick too. Vet is not pushing but is okay with it. I have a 16 year old lab/husky mix. Hardest decision I have ever made. I have made that decision for two dogs already, and am here as I feel it is coming close to time for our 13 year old lurcher. I have a 10 year old Rottweiler named Toby. Thank you for sharing your story. I know a lot of people would have already made the decision based on incontinence alone…. Two days ago we helped Duke (15) cross over. Love is so risky. Vet said these were micro seizures and were controlled with meds for over a year, but the twitching in her face came back even on the meds. First, give medical cannabis for dogs. This is a dog who had a freak accident and lost her hind end to paralysis (Fibrocartiliginous embolism=stroke in the spine with a 50/50 recovery rate).. We did physical therapy and ultimately became rockstar hikers together as part of her healing process. Hi I’m in a dilemma my old man boxer he’s nearly 13 I’ve had him to vets he’s gt fluid on his lungs and a valve in his heart isn’t working right he’s had tablets for it but he’s not eating he can’t stand for long his back legs are bent while he’s standing the other nite I found him on his back he couldn’t get up he’s my little boy and means the world to me but don’t want him suffering plz help me make the rite decision thank you, I’m sorry about your dog. He’s depending on you to decide when it’s time. They have always gotten along though and nap on the couch together. I took her to the vet and she was diagnosed with liver cancer. My son brought home a kitten he found and Snowball developed another herniated neck disc. She has soiled her bedding in her kennel. Was I letting him go simply because I wasn’t strong enough to carry a 100-lb Labrador out to the backyard? Back to our companion animals, who will choose to try to please us as long as they can, the right choice is up to us. You should consult with your vet to determine when it would be right for your dog. Our dog had the same problem about holding poop until he got outside for about 6 months before we let him go. Yesterday he ate treats and maybe two bites of food. I’m sorry. last week she was normal fun playfull not overdoing it and this week shes been sleeping all the time. He has been checked for diabetes. I can’t judge whether it’s time for your dog, but I know the heart of our dogs – they will love you no matter what and look to you for joy in life and at the end of it. However, the vet noticed his gait. She’s mostly deaf and can’t see well. If your dog is … Our dog started having accidents several months before we had to put him down, so just having the accidents may not mean he’s in pain and is ready to leave. I haven’t but maybe others who had a similar problem will post on this thread. We have two 15-year-old cats so we’ll be going through this with them soon. I had to let my 14 year old Beagle mix, Clover, go. I’m sorry I can’t help more. Dylan did do some stumbling, primarily because we have hard wood floors. But she isn’t eating like she used to in that robust, last meal type of fashion. We took him in, they took a urine sample through a catheter, took blood sample, did an ultrasound, performed X-ray, only one because when he was on his side he had difficulty breathing. He has a little bit of discomfort in his shoulders/spine, and has general arthritis pains. Going on walks A few years ago I was told she probably had a brain tumor because her face would start twitching. If still high, do ultra sound. If you haven’t taken her to the vet already you should asap. I don’t know if you’ve taken him to a vet but if you haven’t you should immediately. My other dogs have all been sick (cancer, liver disease etc) when we had to make the decision to let them go. Is this the time that’s right for her ? He’s still very interested in food and likes walks, however it takes him a few extra seconds to get himself up and he’s clearly in pain as he walks around. X rays showed 4 large bladder stones. I hope this helps. Good luck, and thank you for wanted to do what’s best for your dog. I’m sorry but I’m not a vet and can’t give advice about euthanizing your dog. Its just getting up and down that is bothering him because the tumor is so large. Is there anyone who can help me or even understand this? Informazioni su dispositivo e connessione Internet, incluso l'indirizzo IP, Attività di navigazione e di ricerca durante l'utilizzo dei siti web e delle app di Verizon Media. When I read this I think what is this person thinking- the old guy was ready to go…. . He’s like my baby. I too think that when you break it down , I’m deciding to kill my dog. I am torn, between keeping her with us and letting her be comfortable…. In dire need of advice.Also he sleeps all day. The bottom line is his quality of his life. Have you tried CBD oil or pain meds? He said a poem and a beautiful prayer. Hello, My beautiful greyhound, Lily, had bone cancer in her front leg. It was a horrible decision. During that time I will not be able to lift anything over three pounds. I mean I wail of how much I miss that Mikey. I’m not sure he’s right though. It’s so hard. I did have one put down and I’ll never do it again .my daughter took my dog to have her put down because she was 18 yrs old . I have a 18 year poodle. I’ve been concerned that I’m prolonging his life only thinking of myself, but he does love to eat and never turns down a treat. He’s been deaf for about 3 years, very bad arthritis in his hind legs as he falls down at the simplest touch. It’s been two weeks but I have no regrets or second thoughts. She is still eating and drinking. Dave’s arch angel named Mikey! Our regular vet was closed until Monday. Our vet told us that peeing or pooping in their beds is a strong sign they are ready to let go. Some pharmacies will put medication in liquid form which is easier to give. He’s ALWAYS loved walks but recently he’s not been getting up to on them when we try taking him. Any help would be appreciated. I’m pretty sure I don’t want surgery mainly because he is 13 and am afraid he won’t recover, plus the cost. This can indicate cancer, but again without a biopsy we could not know for sure. It was only a sprain and he would have recovered but I was concerned about what if that happened at the house when we weren’t home Now my other Rat Terrier who is 15 is starting to go through the same thing. He still drinks water and wags his tail, comes when I call him, and will still walk up and nudge me for some loves. Hi Only nights though. She’s 14 and 3 months. He is a Seizure Alert Dog. I also have to put him near the food bowls. He does have accidents in the house usually if he doesnt let us know or we dont hear him moving around. He has started going potty in the house going out the dog dog is getting difficult. You can’t always know about a dog’s health issues so please don’t blame yourself. Don’t feel guilty. I was glad to find this sight and hear that I’m not alone on this journey. If he wasn’t eating? If you feel her quality of life has diminished to the point that she’s suffering then it may be time, and only you can make that decision. Thank you so much. It’s a tough decision but it sounds like you’re trying to do what’s best for him. Just yesterday we had to say goodbye to our 15-year-old Cockapoo Buddy. Thanks to the original author and everyone in this thread. We could have done more procedures on our dog before we let him go but what little time it would have added to his life would have been miserable for him. He loved to open gifts at Christmas but this last Christmas he was not interested…broke my heart as i loved to watch him open them…best part of xmas! You didn’t mention whether or not your vet had given you advice on what you should do – if you haven’t contacted your vet you should asap. We just put our dog down and it was the hardest decision I make. He is more thirsty than before. My biggest fear is that I am going on a cruise soon for 17 days. We have had him about 3 years and when we got him he was so overweight his belly drug the ground. Me or the vet? How will I know? Just as you were I am devastated, he will be truly missed. About 3 months ago she was outside on our landing and my wife called her to come in and she could not get up. Does anyone have a wheel cart that they would like to donate to me for my darling girl. We had 15 and a half wonderful years with our sweet girl. She is a Border Collie Mix and used to be terribly active. I’m having the hardest time deciding for my 12 year old mastiff. Thank you for posting this article, I am in the same situation everyone else is in….trying to figure out when it’s time to let him go. This past year though she was diagnosed with cognitive dysfunction. I am truly fearful of that day. I guess I have thought that the vet would tell me when it was time, and I haven’t asked thinking I would sound like a horrible person for asking – is that wrong thinking? He has been seeing indiscriminately . old. They of course wanted to biopsy it. After holding him for quite some time I knew it was time. You should check with your vet. I’m convinced this drug has dramatically improved the quality of her life for the past 2 years. I had to pick up his hind legs and help him. Thank you so much for your compassionate opinions and all of your valuable insight you’ve given on this site. Most of the time he still acts like a 7 year old. I’ve never had to put a dog down before, the few I’ve had have went on their own. I knew it was time. Our dog is a 13 year old Springer Spaniel named Emma who was diagnosed 3 years ago with SARDS. I’m so sorry for yr loss. He is mildly blind and has many episodes of running into things, walls, and falling of the couch and his bed, even while resting, but he can still get up and down the stairs fine. I have struggled with accepting my decision to euthanize her and keep thinking that she could still be here. I am sure now she is resting in peace. He has had a history of fatty lipomas which I have had removed when they became too large. Usually after going pee he has to drink. He stop eating . You should also consider Tucker’s quality of life. He did give him an antibiotic and the blood in the urine cleared up. On the last day I could see he didn’t know what was happening to him. As I was picking her up last night her front feet or legs were folding under. Has bad arthritis I have a German shepherd xmastiff a large boy around 12-13 he’s very arthiritic in his back legs and his shoulder he now limps when walking his back legs are weak he has to. I hope she feels better soon. I love you Mikey. Using a harness to help her outside-her back legs were crisscrossing and she couldn’t steer herself. Sometimes if I help her down the 2 deck steps she can make it back up but sometimes she falls back down and I’m afraid she’s going to hurt herself. I had a vet come out to the house. Our wonderful vet prescribed a number of meds that helped somewhat. We took short walks, he swam in the Colombia River. On Monday, he had thrown up bloody bile. You will have so many what-if scenarios run through your head it will make you spin. If possible, have a dog walker come mid-day. I’m so sorry. We don’t want him to be in any more pain. She does have kidney issues as of late. But she couldn’t get up to go to the bathroom-I could have handled that for awhile-or maybe she would have eventually been able to get up again. Thanks so much for sharing your story. In the end she pretty much told us the best thing to do right now is to let him go, because whatever we do, it will only prolong his suffering. I have searched and searched in the bible and NO WHERE DOES IT SAY ANYTHING ABOUT PUTTING THEM DOWN. Does it get easier? My hesitation is that I want to be fully present for her, and currently I have been overwhelmed with work responsibilities, the mess of the election, and Covid. Someone suggested to me that I should make a list of my dog’s 10 favorite things to do, and when they could no longer do them, it’s time to let them go. THANK YOU!!!! My heart aches for every person who has ever struggled with this. Hello..I wanted to follow up on our Sonny. I didn’t believe them, but I did know. Fortunately we’ve always been a multiple dog family but unfortunately that means making THAT decision more often than we would like to. And he came upstairs this morning but he couldn’t get down. That’s how I decide. He is still eating – not as voraciously as before but now gets and eats 6 cups in a day because he was looking VERY thin but he does not seem to be putting any weight on. She was suffering and I had to take her out of her pain. The last was our “sweet baby” Bella, our Sharpei. He still likes to eat, but he is sleeping all the time otherwise. He wears what we call a piddle pad, a doggie diaper. You will see her again. Also he is incontinent. If it is, you need to decide how low it will go before you should let her go. I struggle with maybe bringing her with me and flying her down. Each time he was less like himself. I love my dad. She seems to suffer from some dementia. He is going blind I’m so sorry. I’m so sorry. I was told on Saturday that my English Bull dog Lola was in left heart failure when I took her to the vet because she was retaining fluid and not eating the same. She used to jump up and wait at the top of the stairs when she would hear the garage door and wait to great my husband. First every 6 weeks or so, then in the last few weeks more and more often. He has cataracts in both eyes and can hardly see. You need to decide if he is suffering and how poor his quality of life is. Arrgggh.. I’m so sorry. Amazing. It’s great for their legs. You need to judge whether or not her quality of life is suffering or not. Id wait till she/he stops eating and drinking…thats what im doing. Our other dog was freaked out for a couple of days but after that he was fine. I too am starting to think our Lolabug (rescued boxer) is slowly trying to tell us this exact thing. It’s a really hard decision to make Robert. Our Vet , has had that “talk”, with me about that day, and only one thing made since to me, when she said, he has been with you this long because you make sure he is well taken care of. Her legs are weak and she falls down a lot. He seems to have lost his eye sight and some hearing. She had several accidents a day, but never once did she pee or poop on any carpeting. Do not give your dog over the counter pain meds ever. It is two days he doesn’t eat at all!! Most older dogs do sleep most of the time and stop doing things they used to like doing. My opinion is that it’s better to put dog a dog a little early rather than wait until after he/she starts to suffer. I know intellectually Bassetts are not long lived dogs but …. That tumor should be examined. Hope that helps. HI: We just put our 16 year old lab down because of all the same reasons, however, she was still eating. There may be a dog rehab place near you where they can swim. Also, seems to be confused at times. Yes they do get lonely. Dogs rarely soil where they sleep. Despite having cancer surgery 2 years ago, the time for me to respect and honor her has come. It sounds like he’s had a great life. I have a beautiful 8 year old Staffordshire Bull terrier, adored by the family. I was physically sick for about a month after we had him euthanized. He went almost everywhere with me and the family, vacations, coffee runs, the park , hikes etc. I can say that you can’t compare her symptoms to your grandmother’s dogs – they aren’t the same. Most of his favorite things are things he can no longer do. My husband has had him since a pup, but I’ve been his mom for going on 8 years. I think the phrase “putting down” has a subtext of violence & negates the amazing partnership btwn us & our animal companions. It’s one of the most loving thing you can do for a dog. I’m Mikey! 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