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Preparing for the loss of a pet
Posted on 5/3/16 at 10:10 am
Posted on 5/3/16 at 10:10 am
I have a 13 year old dog and while she isn't "there" yet - still feisty, sharp, has all of her senses and is able to control all her faculties, I've noticed in the last couple of days she is starting to "slow down" ever so slightly - a little slower to get up and a little slower when walking (assuming arthritis).
Her blood work came back the other day and she has increased enzymes count in her liver and we're monitoring her closely for potential development of cancer (based upon another test).
It's been a while since I have had to put down a pet, but I'm starting to get that incredible sinking feeling again, realizing that every moment with her is incredibly valuable to me and my wife - she was the first dog we purchased together before our marriage.
With all the negative news we hear on a daily basis in the media and perhaps even in our own personal lives, having a dog that is ALWAYS happy to see you, no matter what the circumstances are, is one of the greatest joys (for those that enjoy dogs and/or pets) a person can experience after marriage, birth and raising a child, etc.
to all the pet owners. They do more for us than we can ever do to them.
Her blood work came back the other day and she has increased enzymes count in her liver and we're monitoring her closely for potential development of cancer (based upon another test).
It's been a while since I have had to put down a pet, but I'm starting to get that incredible sinking feeling again, realizing that every moment with her is incredibly valuable to me and my wife - she was the first dog we purchased together before our marriage.
With all the negative news we hear on a daily basis in the media and perhaps even in our own personal lives, having a dog that is ALWAYS happy to see you, no matter what the circumstances are, is one of the greatest joys (for those that enjoy dogs and/or pets) a person can experience after marriage, birth and raising a child, etc.
to all the pet owners. They do more for us than we can ever do to them. 
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Posted on 5/3/16 at 10:12 am to Will Cover
Posted on 5/3/16 at 10:13 am to Will Cover
:(
this is depressing
stick to giving us car-buying tips please
this is depressing
stick to giving us car-buying tips please
Posted on 5/3/16 at 10:14 am to Will Cover
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Her blood work came back the other day and she has increased enzymes count in her liver and we're monitoring her closely for potential development of cancer (based upon another test).
Your vet thanks you.
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They do more for us than we can ever do to them.
They can feed you, pet you, clean up your shite that you dump in the yard? Take you to the doctor for blood work?
It sounds like you are worrying for nothing. Your puppy might have another 3 good years. Relax and enjoy.
Posted on 5/3/16 at 10:15 am to Will Cover
You can prepare all you want.
You are NEVER ready.
You are NEVER ready.
Posted on 5/3/16 at 10:24 am to Artie Rome
Just fricking kill yourself
Posted on 5/3/16 at 10:25 am to Artie Rome
Posted on 5/3/16 at 10:26 am to Will Cover
We are going through the same thing with our dog but it is far more progressed. He just in the last couple of weeks has gotten where he is unable to climb the three steps into our house so I have to carry him inside. He is pretty wobbly when he goes for walks and at times he will stop and stare off into space like he does not know where he is.
Posted on 5/3/16 at 10:30 am to King George
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Just fricking kill yourself
Let me paraphrase OP.
"My dog might get cancer one day. It will die one day. How do I prepare for this loss?"
Your dog will certainly die. It's what living beings do. There is no impending death or even loss of function. So why prepare for death at this point? You know your parents are going to die, right? If they aren't already dead. So let's spend all of our days awaiting the inevitable death of everything.
Come on people. Just enjoy your stupid dog and parents today.
Posted on 5/3/16 at 10:30 am to mouton
As in life, it sucks when a person or dog enters their geriatric stage.
What are your plans?
What are your plans?
Posted on 5/3/16 at 10:33 am to King George
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Just fricking kill yourself
Pay him no mind. He's tougher, has thicker skin than the majority of us on here and is able to think clearly without emotion.
This post was edited on 5/3/16 at 10:33 am
Posted on 5/3/16 at 10:33 am to Will Cover
I got a puppy you can have.
Thing is an a-hole.
Thing is an a-hole.
Posted on 5/3/16 at 10:33 am to LSU alum wannabe
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LSU alum wannabe
Posted on 5/3/16 at 10:34 am to Will Cover
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As in life, it sucks when a person or dog enters their geriatric stage. What are your plans?
We honestly do not know at this point. I guess as long he is eating and does not seem to be in much pain we will wait it out. I guess once he begins to really lack mobility/incontinence we have to make a decision.
Posted on 5/3/16 at 10:40 am to Will Cover
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Pay him no mind. He's tougher, has thicker skin than the majority of us on here and is able to think clearly without emotion.
Stop it. I had to put two dogs down within months. It was a very bad time. My point is it doesn't even sound like your dog is sick. So why are you fixated on that day? Just enjoy the days you have.
Posted on 5/3/16 at 10:42 am to Artie Rome
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Stop it. I had to put two dogs down within months. It was a very bad time. My point is it doesn't even sound like your dog is sick. So why are you fixated on that day? Just enjoy the days you have.
It's not what you say. It's how you said it that made you come off as an insensitive prick on the message board.
All is good.
Posted on 5/3/16 at 10:46 am to Will Cover
don't make me post that pet poem
Posted on 5/3/16 at 10:48 am to meauxjeaux2
I haven't read what you are referring to. However, I am in no position to read anything that will make me emotional.
Posted on 5/3/16 at 10:48 am to Will Cover
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I have a 13 year old dog and while she isn't "there" yet - still feisty, sharp, has all of her senses and is able to control all her faculties
I'm in a similar situation as well. Last year's bloodwork thankfully came out great, hopefully this year's will will in take her for annual checkup in a few weeks.
I think about losing her a lot more as the days go on since she's in the twilight years of her life. She's my first dog too. I'm sure I'll be a wreck when that day finally comes.
Posted on 5/3/16 at 10:51 am to meauxjeaux2
nooooooooo
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