itsheresomewhere Posted August 11, 2016 Share Posted August 11, 2016 I know I have to do it but the dang guilty feeling sucks. The dog has cancer and it is a very aggressive, painful type. The dog was given 1-6 months if we were lucky. Most dogs are euthanized within a month. Normally, I have never had a problem letting a pet go when they are suffering but for some reason this one is different. I don't why, maybe because part of me feels we haven't had enough time together or how this dog is bonded with my youngest. We have had her since she was eight weeks old and she is nearing the average lifespan for her breed. I know how painful this cancer is and it is not fair to the dog to have to suffer. The vet did put her on high doses of pain meds so we could have 2 more weeks together. The vet is being wonderful with this. I know I have to let her go before she is no longer enjoying life. We have had a wonderful week so far. The dog is enjoying herself. She is getting to do things we normally don't do including special dinners, treats galore and a cupcake. Part of me feels guilty we can't do more. I know I am doing the right thing. I also know I can't live being so worried that every time she moves that the leg could break and it is not fair to the dog. So now we have a week left before we say goodbye to our beloved bernese. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zoobie Posted August 11, 2016 Share Posted August 11, 2016 I'm so sorry about your pup. You can't do anything more than love her as you are. :grouphug: 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marbel Posted August 11, 2016 Share Posted August 11, 2016 :grouphug: :grouphug: I'm sorry. Losing a beloved pet is hard. You don't have anything to feel guilty about. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UCF612 Posted August 11, 2016 Share Posted August 11, 2016 I'm so sorry. It is never an easy thing to say goodbye. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kim in Appalachia Posted August 11, 2016 Share Posted August 11, 2016 :grouphug: I'm so sorry. It's hard not to feel guilty, even though you are doing the right thing. :grouphug: 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rachel Posted August 11, 2016 Share Posted August 11, 2016 I'm sorry. I was in a similar position a few years ago. We just made the last few days as fun as possible and fed our dog as many marshmallows as she wanted. It is always tough losing a pet. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FriedClams Posted August 11, 2016 Share Posted August 11, 2016 Guilt is for when you are doing something you know is wrong. You're doing everything right. It's hard. It's horrible. But there is no reason for guilt. Enjoy him. Love on him. And then mourn knowing you did everything you could. But, no, no guilt here. ((HUGS))) 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
creekland Posted August 11, 2016 Share Posted August 11, 2016 :grouphug: I'm so sorry. Making these decisions is the toughest thing we do for our furry loved ones. It hurts a ton to lose them, esp when they've been so much a part of our lives for years. I wish I could make it easier, but I can't. I will echo the pp in saying there should be no guilt. Sadness/emptiness/feeling of the end of an era, yes, but guilt? No. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ktgrok Posted August 11, 2016 Share Posted August 11, 2016 Bone cancer is awful, and you are doing the right thing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fraidycat Posted August 11, 2016 Share Posted August 11, 2016 :grouphug: :grouphug: Doing what is best for the quality of life of your beloved pooch is nothing to feel guilty about. You're not doing anything wrong. :grouphug: I'm sorry you have to deal with this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MercyA Posted August 11, 2016 Share Posted August 11, 2016 I completely understand, but please keep in mind that you will feel much worse if you wait too long. It is our last and most difficult responsibility as pet caretakers. Huge :grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug: to you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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