Putting a Dog Down

don't make me post it

Thats one of the worse feelings in the world. Sometimes its for the best man, the best way to get over a dog is to get a new one.

It sucks, but sounds like you did the right thing. When they stop eating it's definitely time. Sorry for your loss.

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did the right thing

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hasn't done anything yet.

Yeah we have someone coming to pick her up while we're at work.

Ask yourself this, who benefits from keeping your dog alive for a few more miserable days/weeks/months, the dog, or you?

You know what you need to do. Be a fricking man and do it.

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we have someone coming to pick her up while we're at work.

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you're going to regret not being there for her till the end.





The Last Battle

If it should be that I grow frail and weak
And pain should keep me from my sleep,
Then will you do what must be done,
For this -- the last battle -- can't be won.
You will be sad I understand,
But don't let grief then stay your hand,
For on this day, more than the rest,
Your love and friendship must stand the test.
We have had so many happy years,
You wouldn't want me to suffer so.
When the time comes, please, let me go.
Take me to where to my needs they'll tend,
Only, stay with me till the end
And hold me firm and speak to me
Until my eyes no longer see.
I know in time you will agree
It is a kindness you do to me.
Although my tail its last has waved,
From pain and suffering I have been saved.
Don't grieve that it must be you
Who has to decide this thing to do;
We've been so close -- we two -- these years,
Don't let your heart hold any tears.

Sorry, man, it's very hard. I lost my lab nearly a year ago and I still think of her every day. Whatever you decide, do it for them, not you-don't put them down because taking care of them is inconvenient, but don't keep them hanging on beyond hope because you can't bear to lose them, either. One rule of thumb is to think of three of their most favorite things to do. When they no longer have interest in two of the three, that's a sign. Also, try to find someone who will come to the house so you don't have to stress them out taking them to the vet on their last day.

Some more helpful information here. LINK

Bro, put her down. She'd be yelling at you right now if she could. I recently had to do the same. It sucks, everyone knows it's part of having a dog. You'll be alright, I promise

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you're going to regret not being there for her till the end.

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This times a million. This is the worst way to do it and not fair to the dog. I told her I would be with her to the end and I was. I urge you to reconsider doing it this way.