Liz CA Posted January 28, 2015 Share Posted January 28, 2015 My formerly rambunctious, full-of-life, protective canine friend has been afflicted with a heinous autoimmune disease. I would like for him to die at home, peacefully on his bed because I hate having to drive a live animal (even if barely alive) to the vet for his last shot...I would much rather haul him there just for the cremation. Totally irrational? Yes, probably. This never gets any easier in 25 years of having dogs. He has been refusing food since last night. He is pumped full of meds because the vet and we have tried everything within reason but I think the time has come to say good-bye. He is miserable without the meds as his system attacks itself, he is almost more miserable on meds, no appetite, lethargic, muscles almost completely atrophied, cannot push up from a sitting position any longer. If dh had not worked from home this morning when Ted collapsed on the ramp leading from the back door to the outside, I could not have heaved him in since he is a very large breed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MomtoCandJ Posted January 28, 2015 Share Posted January 28, 2015 Prayers and hugs... Could the vet come to your home? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corraleno Posted January 28, 2015 Share Posted January 28, 2015 I'm so sorry. I hope his passing is as peaceful and painless as possible. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tsuga Posted January 28, 2015 Share Posted January 28, 2015 :grouphug: You and your friend are in my thoughts. I am sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mama Geek Posted January 28, 2015 Share Posted January 28, 2015 :grouphug: Even though it has been almost 5 years since we put down our last dog, I still sometimes get choked up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pawz4me Posted January 28, 2015 Share Posted January 28, 2015 I'm so sorry. It's hard. If in-home euthanasia is something you would consider, this site may be helpful in finding a vet in your area (if there is one). :grouphug: :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unsinkable Posted January 28, 2015 Share Posted January 28, 2015 (((Liz)) I'm praying. I'm so sorry he is suffering. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hornblower Posted January 28, 2015 Share Posted January 28, 2015 oh Liz, sorry to hear that I'm sort of on death watch here with my newf x. I think his end is near but he's still eating & I still got some tail wags from him yesterday and this morning. Unless the current meds induce a miraculous recovery I'll be making the drive through McDonalds for cheeseburgers en route to the final vet visit any day though. My guy is barely walking too :'( I hate this part too. I hope your boy gently slips away in your arms. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miss Peregrine Posted January 28, 2015 Share Posted January 28, 2015 Aww. My dog died about 5 years ago of an autoimmune disease. Still makes me sad when I think about it. Hugs to you and your pup. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
El... Posted January 28, 2015 Share Posted January 28, 2015 :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dirty ethel rackham Posted January 28, 2015 Share Posted January 28, 2015 Praying for all of you having to deal with this. Reminds me that I should give my 5yo labradoodle some extra carrots and a good belly rub. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J-rap Posted January 28, 2015 Share Posted January 28, 2015 Oh man, I'm really sorry. My brother was able to take his sweet dog to the woods, the place he (the dog) loved the most, and a vet met him there. It was peaceful. The deaths of my dogs were some of the most difficult, painful things I have ever experienced. I know how it feels. :grouphug: :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chocolatechip Posted January 28, 2015 Share Posted January 28, 2015 I am so sorry. Praying! :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happi duck Posted January 28, 2015 Share Posted January 28, 2015 (Hugs) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vida Winter Posted January 28, 2015 Share Posted January 28, 2015 I'm so sorry. Praying. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
catz Posted January 28, 2015 Share Posted January 28, 2015 :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trulycrabby Posted January 29, 2015 Share Posted January 29, 2015 That's so tough! Sending prayers your way! :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anne in CA Posted January 29, 2015 Share Posted January 29, 2015 Praying. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PrincessMommy Posted January 29, 2015 Share Posted January 29, 2015 praying Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patches Posted January 29, 2015 Share Posted January 29, 2015 I'm so sorry. Praying for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SunnyDays Posted January 29, 2015 Share Posted January 29, 2015 I'm so sorry. No, it never gets easier, we've had to make that decision twice. I hope he passes peacefully. Many hugs to you. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stacia Posted January 29, 2015 Share Posted January 29, 2015 :grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
texasmama Posted January 29, 2015 Share Posted January 29, 2015 (((hugs))) Poor baby and poor doggie mama. :( Surely someone could come to your home when it is time, particularly with such a large dog. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JudoMom Posted January 29, 2015 Share Posted January 29, 2015 I'm so sorry :grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug: . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Liz CA Posted January 30, 2015 Author Share Posted January 30, 2015 My prayers were answered and Ted passed away peacefully at home while I held his head around 12:45 this morning. Euthanasia appointment was for 9 a.m. I am relieved he is not suffering any longer but I miss seeing his funny face. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gingersmom Posted January 30, 2015 Share Posted January 30, 2015 I'm so sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fraidycat Posted January 30, 2015 Share Posted January 30, 2015 My prayers were answered and Ted passed away peacefully at home while I held his head around 12:45 this morning. Euthanasia appointment was for 9 a.m. I am relieved he is not suffering any longer but I miss seeing his funny face. I didn't want to "like" the post, but I'm glad Ted's passing was peaceful and that you got to be here with him. I'm very sorry for your loss. :( :grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hornblower Posted January 30, 2015 Share Posted January 30, 2015 aawwww, ((((Liz)))))Run Free, Ted. Grieve NotGrieve not,nor speak of me with tears,but laugh and talk of meas if I were beside you...I loved you so --'twas Heaven here with you. by Isla Paschal Richardson Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
texasmama Posted January 30, 2015 Share Posted January 30, 2015 (((hugs))) This made me cry. :( Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MomtoCandJ Posted January 30, 2015 Share Posted January 30, 2015 Hugs :( Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
El... Posted January 31, 2015 Share Posted January 31, 2015 Aw, I'm so sorry, and I'm glad you were able to be there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I talk to the trees Posted January 31, 2015 Share Posted January 31, 2015 My prayers were answered and Ted passed away peacefully at home while I held his head around 12:45 this morning. Euthanasia appointment was for 9 a.m. I am relieved he is not suffering any longer but I miss seeing his funny face. I don't "like" your post at all. But there isn't an option to click for "I'm really glad you didn't have to take him in, and that he died peacefully in your arms." :grouphug: and more :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Liz CA Posted January 31, 2015 Author Share Posted January 31, 2015 aawwww, ((((Liz))))) Run Free, Ted. Grieve Not Grieve not, nor speak of me with tears, but laugh and talk of me as if I were beside you... I loved you so -- 'twas Heaven here with you. by Isla Paschal Richardson I wanted to like it more than once...but I also wanted to thank you for this! I just emailed it to dh. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unsinkable Posted January 31, 2015 Share Posted January 31, 2015 :crying: Good boy, Ted. You are a good dog. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spy Car Posted January 31, 2015 Share Posted January 31, 2015 I've changed my ways a little; I cannot now Run with you in the evenings along the shore,Except in a kind of dream; and you,If you dream a moment,You see me there. So leave awhile the paw-marks on the front doorWhere I used to scratch to go out or in,And you'd soon open; leave on the kitchen floorThe marks of my drinking-pan. I cannot lie by your fire as I used to doOn the warm stone,Nor at the foot of your bed; no,All the nights through I lie alone. But your kind thought has laid me less than six feetOutside your window where firelight so often plays,And where you sit to read‚And I fear often grieving for me‚Every night your lamplight lies on my place. You, man and woman, live so long, it is hardTo think of you ever dying.A little dog would get tired, living so long.I hope that when you are lyingUnder the ground like me your lives will appearAs good and joyful as mine. No, dears, that's too much hope:You are not so well cared for as I have been.And never have known the passionate undividedFidelities that I knew.Your minds are perhaps too active, too many-sided...But to me you were true. You were never masters, but friends. I was your friend.I loved you well, and was loved. Deep love enduresTo the end and far past the end. If this is my end,I am not lonely. I am not afraid. I am still yours. Robinson Jeffers - The House Dog's Grave Bill Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Twigs Posted January 31, 2015 Share Posted January 31, 2015 So sorry. Sending hugs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
datgh Posted January 31, 2015 Share Posted January 31, 2015 :grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Halftime Hope Posted January 31, 2015 Share Posted January 31, 2015 I'm so sorry, Liz. It almost defies explanation how much they mean to us, doesn't it? May you be comforted remembering all the wonderful times with Ted. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hikin' Mama Posted January 31, 2015 Share Posted January 31, 2015 I'm so sorry for your loss. (((Hugs))) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PrincessMommy Posted January 31, 2015 Share Posted January 31, 2015 My prayers were answered and Ted passed away peacefully at home while I held his head around 12:45 this morning. Euthanasia appointment was for 9 a.m. I am relieved he is not suffering any longer but I miss seeing his funny face. I'm glad it happened the way you had hoped...but sorry your furry friend is gone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RoughCollie Posted January 31, 2015 Share Posted January 31, 2015 I am so sorry, Liz. :grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SunnyDays Posted January 31, 2015 Share Posted January 31, 2015 I'm crying at the poetry and sentiments. Liz, I'm so sorry your baby is gone, but I hope it's some very small comfort that he was able to pass peacefully. One cannot ask for more than that at the end, and I'm sure he knew he was adored and was sad to leave you. May Ted rest in peace, and may you cherish the memories you made together. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happi duck Posted January 31, 2015 Share Posted January 31, 2015 (Hugs) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
myfunnybunch Posted January 31, 2015 Share Posted January 31, 2015 Hugs. I am so sorry. It's a blessing for you and for him that he passed at home with you beside him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IsabelC Posted January 31, 2015 Share Posted January 31, 2015 Sorry for the loss of your furry friend <3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pawz4me Posted January 31, 2015 Share Posted January 31, 2015 :grouphug: :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScoutTN Posted January 31, 2015 Share Posted January 31, 2015 (((Hugs)))) I am glad his passing was peaceful. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Liz CA Posted January 31, 2015 Author Share Posted January 31, 2015 I've changed my ways a little; I cannot now Run with you in the evenings along the shore, Except in a kind of dream; and you, If you dream a moment, You see me there. So leave awhile the paw-marks on the front door Where I used to scratch to go out or in, And you'd soon open; leave on the kitchen floor The marks of my drinking-pan. I cannot lie by your fire as I used to do On the warm stone, Nor at the foot of your bed; no, All the nights through I lie alone. But your kind thought has laid me less than six feet Outside your window where firelight so often plays, And where you sit to read‚ And I fear often grieving for me‚ Every night your lamplight lies on my place. You, man and woman, live so long, it is hard To think of you ever dying. A little dog would get tired, living so long. I hope that when you are lying Under the ground like me your lives will appear As good and joyful as mine. No, dears, that's too much hope: You are not so well cared for as I have been. And never have known the passionate undivided Fidelities that I knew. Your minds are perhaps too active, too many-sided... But to me you were true. You were never masters, but friends. I was your friend. I loved you well, and was loved. Deep love endures To the end and far past the end. If this is my end, I am not lonely. I am not afraid. I am still yours. Robinson Jeffers - The House Dog's Grave Bill Ah Bill...crying is good for the soul, right? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spy Car Posted February 1, 2015 Share Posted February 1, 2015 Ah Bill...crying is good for the soul, right? Sometimes, it is the best thing. Hugs. Bill Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted February 1, 2015 Share Posted February 1, 2015 I've changed my ways a little; I cannot now Run with you in the evenings along the shore, Except in a kind of dream; and you, If you dream a moment, You see me there. So leave awhile the paw-marks on the front door Where I used to scratch to go out or in, And you'd soon open; leave on the kitchen floor The marks of my drinking-pan. I cannot lie by your fire as I used to do On the warm stone, Nor at the foot of your bed; no, All the nights through I lie alone. But your kind thought has laid me less than six feet Outside your window where firelight so often plays, And where you sit to read‚ And I fear often grieving for me‚ Every night your lamplight lies on my place. You, man and woman, live so long, it is hard To think of you ever dying. A little dog would get tired, living so long. I hope that when you are lying Under the ground like me your lives will appear As good and joyful as mine. No, dears, that's too much hope: You are not so well cared for as I have been. And never have known the passionate undivided Fidelities that I knew. Your minds are perhaps too active, too many-sided... But to me you were true. You were never masters, but friends. I was your friend. I loved you well, and was loved. Deep love endures To the end and far past the end. If this is my end, I am not lonely. I am not afraid. I am still yours. Robinson Jeffers - The House Dog's Grave Bill This makes me think of my Border Collie who we lost about a year and a half ago. She was truly my heart dog. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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