I was making some headway with my workload after a week of rain, then last week I took my dog to the vet after a bloody stool. she got meds and looked better then Friday she looked worse not eating drinking or doing her business on Saturday they said to bring her in this morning and I find out she has kidney trouble and after staying there tonight they hope to see improvement. so two more day not working and I get calls today when am I going to start jobs.
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Awwww, Mike, hope she feels better soon. How old is she? So hard to see innocent animals have issues - they have no idea what's going on.
June
It's tough when a pet gets sick. I hope she pulls through for you Mike. Do some work it will take your mind off this.
I'm wishing for a speedy and full recovery for her too Mike. In the mean time; I agree with Paul that being busy may be better than just pacing and worrying.
june shes 10 this spring, vet want to keep her one more day to watch her for 48 hours on iv.
here kidney blood test didn't improve after 12 hours it dosent seem good. its hard to belive ive had her so long. make me wonder if I was to get another dog hos many dogs I have left in me ?
after I got the new this morning I did go do a small pattern and then after lunch took some measurments for a large sailboat dodger and bimini frame asnd then enclosure I have to do it did take my mind off it but now im done for the day now. and it very quiet at my house
I feel for ya mike. I sure know how a pet can be a large part of your life. Always there, best buds. My parrot mischief has been with me for 20 years. If she even has an off day I worry.
a good friend of mine has had a parrot sence back around 1980 , he says Chico the burd will probably outlive him. it the little things ill miss ,like when I get home and leaving my garage into the washroom before the kitchen the last owner installed a cat door and GIGI always sticks here head in the hole looking for me or when I fill the dishwasher she has her head ready to lick anything she can
Very sorry to hear this Mike. I lost my baby, Tessa last year. I still can get upset when I think of her.
It is tough losing your dog. :(
Chris
Dogs certainly grab your heart and your wallet.
Our yellow lab is blind with cataracts. I can feel my heart telling me $3,500.00 for cataract surgery is a good thing and I can hear my head telling me "You've got to be nuts?!?" I'm hoping my head continues to win out.
We have a hospice here in town for animals.
I mentioned a few years ago where my wife spent $600 to fix an ulcer on our cats' eyeball. My wife won out on this one.
Yep. Remember to take care of yourself while you're taking care of people and animals that we love.
gene
Mike,
I feel for you and your dog. It is tough.
Last week I brought our dog to the vet and because she had a growth on her side. They tested it and it turns out it is a a mass cell tumor. We are bringing her in this Friday to have it cut out and then have it tested at the lab.
Pets are just part of the family.
I had a similar decision last week. Our Siamese cat became ill. The vet looked him over, and then sent in an assistant with an estimate of nearly $500 for blood tests, X-rays, and other procedures.
When the assistant detected my apprehension about paying so much, she sent the vet back in to tell me that the cat was probably going to die anyway despite their best efforts. My daughter was with me, and started crying when we talked about euthanizing. So I agreed to let them keep him overnight, get some fluids into him, and X-ray him tomorrow. The next day, an X-ray revealed a mass on his kidney. At that point, my daughter understood that euthanizing was the best option.
Total cost including euthanizing and cremation: $250.
When I was a kid, my parents would've NEVER DREAMED of paying even 10 bucks at a vet's office. They loved animals, but animals had no monetary value. Their attitude changed once us kids grew up and left the house. She spent 6 grand on eye surgery for her Cocker Spaniel.
So sorry about your pup being ill. I pray she/he will get well soon. As the other folks have said,
pets are so much a part of our family that it is worrysome when they have a problem.
thankyou Karen im waiting for the vets call to let me bring here home this afternoon
I'm so sorry to hear that. Your poo is in my prayers.
Tommy
well me and my brother john came to the hard decision today that it was her time. after 48 hours getting fluids here number only improve a minnow bit still not good the vet bolth days said she aleart and waggin here tail when I called at the end of the day so when she said today maybe we should bring here home and to what we could and bring her back in a few days we thought maybe it wasn't best I pictured here happy ready to go home only for her not to eat or drink again SO WE THOUGHT MAYBE TOUGH HARD NOT TO PROONG HERE ILLNESS. so when we went over this afternoon she didn't look herself at all only a little tail wag when she saw us reall could walk normal she was so tired and ill looking compared to Monday . y last dog I had to put down 9 year ago that's when I got gigi,. not ashamed to say I balled my eyes today but after I saw here I felt it was the right thing to do ,
Thanks All for the kinds thoughts
Mike,
Sorry to hear that. But now she is in a better place, without having to go through any pain and suffering.
My deepest sympathy 'Bro. But you did the right thing. I had 17 years with Buddy, it didn't hurt as bad as loosing Him as it did losing Bear because it was his time. He now sits on my dresser in no pain. It was the kindest thing I could do for him---and I honestly believe that he thanked me for that.
I like the prayer: God, please help me to be the kind of person my dog thinks I am.
Sometimes the right thing can be difficult. My condolences, Mike.
gene
So sorry to hear that Mike. It's a difficult decision to make but you probably made the right one. I was talking with a customer today who had 2 dogs and we got on the subject of how they're family. He said his last one had gotten cancer and that he paid for surgery and chemo but frequently questioned whether or not the treatment was for his personal benefit or for the dog's. The dog recovered and had several more good years, but you never know, do you. My oldest is around 10 and I doubt I'd put him through any extensive treatment for any illness.
You just have to make the best decision you can and be thankful for the years you had with them. They say you can't buy love, but I totally disagree....
June
Sorry to hear about this Mike. It's always difficult to make a decision like this, even for the vet. My daughter in law is a vet and it still bothers to have to do this.
Hang in there buddy.
There's no good words - just know your friends are here to support -
A best friend who was patient, forgiving, and doggedly loving will remain in our thoughts -
Heartfelt
SA
Author Unknown:
Your Canine Guardian Angel
I know that you must miss me,
By the tears rolling down your face.
But believe me when I tell you that,
I'm in a very good place.
There are meadows here to run in,
And plenty of rabbits to chase.
There are other dogs to play with,
To frolick with and race.
So please don't worry about me,
My spirit feels light as can be.
There's no more pain to plague me,
I'm young again and free.
And I'll be watching over you still,
of that you can be sure.
I'm your canine guardian angel,
And my love for you remains pure.
This may help you chase away some sorrow Mike - maybe you have seen this but it's worth repeating -
SA
A farmer had some puppies he needed to sell. He painted a sign advertising
the 4 pups and set about nailing it to a post on the edge of his yard. As he
was driving the last nail into the post, he felt a tug on his overalls. He
looked down into the eyes of a little boy.
"Mister," he said, "I want to buy one of your puppies."
"Well," said the farmer, as he rubbed the sweat off the back of his neck,
"These puppies come from fine parents and cost a good deal of money."
The boy dropped his head for a moment. Then reaching deep into his pocket,
he pulled out a handful of change and held it up to the farmer.
"I've got thirty-nine cents. Is that enough to take a look?"
"Sure," said the farmer. And with that he let out a whistle.
"Here, Dolly!" he called.
Out from the doghouse and down the ramp ran Dolly followed by four little balls
of fur. The little boy pressed his face against the chain link fence. His eyes
danced with delight. As the dogs made their way to the fence, the little boy
noticed something else stirring inside the doghouse.
Slowly another little ball appeared, this one noticeably smaller. Down the ramp
it slid. Then in a somewhat awkward manner, the little pup began hobbling
toward the others, doing its best to catch up...
"I want that one," the little boy said, pointing to the runt. The farmer knelt
down at the boy's side and said, "Son, you don't want that puppy. He will never
be able to run and play with you like these other dogs would."
With that the little boy stepped back from the fence, reached down, and began
rolling up one leg of his trousers. In doing so he revealed a steel brace running
down both sides of his leg attaching itself to a specially made shoe.
Looking back up at the farmer, he said, "You see sir, I don't run too well myself,
and he will need someone who understands."
With tears in his eyes, the farmer reached down and picked up the little pup.
Holding it carefully he handed it to the little boy.
"How much?" asked the little boy...
"No charge," answered the farmer, "There's no charge for love."
that's guys, it was when I went tio the vet yesterday it started raining it was raining all night then today the sun came out felt alittle better I had a funny thing happenrd. in 09 my dad died and I buried his ashes at sea and the day me my brother and my son got in the var to go to the marina to get the boat as we were driving the radio was on and my father favorite song me and mrs jones came on, I remember him many time humming it in the car. and Tuesday morning when I got up there was a string Oder of pipe tobacco in the house he smoked a pipe.
Mike I feel your pain. I've had to put two dogs down. The first was my collie I had him for 13 yrs. We traveled the country together him in the passnger seat of my van. He was an unbelievable companion. When he couldnt do what he loved I knew it was tme. The last one was our Pom, he was also very special. Lots of love and fun. I also knew when it was time. 12 years for him. It is a very hard decision but one that is best for the pet. My opion anyway. Memories are stll fresh.
http://www.reshareworthy.com/20-facts-for-dog-lovers/
#20.
You done the best thing Mike, been there, it's tough but it's real love.
Suzi
Nothing is harder than "the decision". But as June and several others have mentioned, it's the best choice. The last time we had to do it was for a 17 yr. old kitty who was obviously failing. I wanted to euthanize her, helpmeet resisted. I "let it lie" and a day/two later he agreed it was time. We met at the vet. clinic and I held her. We brought her home and buried her. Sucked. But she fertilized an Arborvitae that blocks our lawn from passing road traffic, and her grave is marked with a small, cement kitty. We sit there (in privacy) and watch the birds at the feeder in the vegetable garden while the remaining pets sack out nearby.
Now, with our fool dog approaching 12 (he's a big guy) we know we'll have to do it again. It will suck, but he's had a great life. And so did your dog, Mike. A dog that's well fed, well loved, and cared for is one lucky dog! Remember that.
Maybe you'll go to the pound and rescue another when the time is right. And that one will be very lucky, too! I'm sorry you've lost your "room mate", Mike.
I remember the pictures Mike. You gave that dog a great life. I feel your sorrow.
here is a pic when she was young with me on the boat Kody
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but more recently she just like warming in the sun with me when I couldn't move so fast either
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she was a rescue I got her the week after my last down was put down . today im going to look see 2 sisters at a rescue Bobbin
And so time moves on. :)
The dog you take home will never want for anything, Mike. I am certain of that.
(I looked at a dog yesterday; temperamentally very different than our present dog and I'm not so sure that's what we want, but a really nice dog. And no one else has shown any interest in him. I don't get it; he doesn't jump, isn't loud, but is a puppy. I think it's easier to deal with chewing and counter surfing than yapping and jumping... but that's just me.)
Sorry Mike
May the days ahead be better, I also miss a good ole lab named Max as others mention some friends they have warm to there thoughts.
better days buddy
I just read this, Mike. I'm so sorry for your loss.
We went through this last June with our Minnie (a Sheltie). The best they could determine was that she had a brain tumor. So sad. I miss her still.
Our other dog (who is her son) went into a funk. Never having had two dogs before, this was new to me. At age 10, he appeared ready to lie in a corner (he actually started lying in "her" spot) and just let the rest of his life slip by.
We didn't plan on getting another dog, but life is funny sometimes. Someone in our town posted a beautiful Sheltie that he had to give away because of personal misfortunes in his life. She just turned six and has brought the "puppy" in our 10 year old dog.
Give your heart time to heal. It is a huge loss. Know that you did right by her.