- My Forums
- Tiger Rant
- LSU Recruiting
- SEC Rant
- Saints Talk
- Pelicans Talk
- More Sports Board
- Fantasy Sports
- Golf Board
- Soccer Board
- O-T Lounge
- Tech Board
- Home/Garden Board
- Outdoor Board
- Health/Fitness Board
- Movie/TV Board
- Book Board
- Music Board
- Political Talk
- Money Talk
- Fark Board
- Gaming Board
- Travel Board
- Food/Drink Board
- Ticket Exchange
- TD Help Board
Customize My Forums- View All Forums
- Show Left Links
- Topic Sort Options
- Trending Topics
- Recent Topics
- Active Topics
Started By
Message
re: Reading dog threads on here for years.... when do you know it's time for the big sleep?
Posted on 11/13/21 at 9:41 am to Napoleon
Posted on 11/13/21 at 9:41 am to Napoleon
I had one put down when told the oral cancer was about to grow through the palate.
Two others when at 15 or 16 years old they were no longer able to walk.
Two others when at 15 or 16 years old they were no longer able to walk.
0
Posted on 11/13/21 at 9:52 am to Napoleon
My mastiff outlived his expentancy, but I had to put him down recently. He was slow to get up but ate regularly and was active when needed to be. He seemed to be doing good, but I could tell it probably wasn't going to be much longer. Less than a month ago before I left for work he had a seizure, never had one before. He came out of it ok, so I had the wife watch him and I went to work. She called and told me he had another so I headed back to get him and bring him to the vet. Within two hours he had 9 seizures and they found a mass on his lungs. At that point I didn't have a choice. Sometimes you'll know and sometimes it'll come at you with no warning.
Posted on 11/13/21 at 10:03 am to gizmothepug
When mine could no longer get up to go to the bathroom and just started pissing herself on the floor. Classic lab type hip issues. That also means there was lots of joint pain. She was over 10 years old and had been injured before.
She had a good long life. Seems like each breed has weaknesses and those lab hips seems to be one to watch for.
She had a good long life. Seems like each breed has weaknesses and those lab hips seems to be one to watch for.
Posted on 11/13/21 at 10:12 am to Napoleon
Sorry Nap, good luck with her.
Somebody chopping onions up in here?
Somebody chopping onions up in here?
Posted on 11/13/21 at 10:17 am to Napoleon
When I was a lad
And old Shep was a pup
Over hills and meadows we'd stray
Just a boy and his dog
We were both full of fun
We grew up together that way
I remember the time at the old swimmin' hole
When I would have drowned beyond doubt
But old Shep was right there
To the rescue he came
He jumped in and then pulled me out
As the years fast did roll
Old Shep, he grew old
His eyes were fast growing dim
And one day the doctor looked at me and said
"I can do no more for him, Jim"
With hands that were trembling
I picked up my gun
And aimed it at Shep's faithful head
I just couldn't do it, I wanted to run
I wish they would shoot me instead
He came to my side and looked up at me
And laid his old head on my knee
I had struck the best friend a man ever had
I cried so I scarcely could see
Old Shep, he has gone where the good doggies go
And no more with old Shep will I roam
But if dogs have a heaven there's one thing I know
Old Shep has a wonderful home
And old Shep was a pup
Over hills and meadows we'd stray
Just a boy and his dog
We were both full of fun
We grew up together that way
I remember the time at the old swimmin' hole
When I would have drowned beyond doubt
But old Shep was right there
To the rescue he came
He jumped in and then pulled me out
As the years fast did roll
Old Shep, he grew old
His eyes were fast growing dim
And one day the doctor looked at me and said
"I can do no more for him, Jim"
With hands that were trembling
I picked up my gun
And aimed it at Shep's faithful head
I just couldn't do it, I wanted to run
I wish they would shoot me instead
He came to my side and looked up at me
And laid his old head on my knee
I had struck the best friend a man ever had
I cried so I scarcely could see
Old Shep, he has gone where the good doggies go
And no more with old Shep will I roam
But if dogs have a heaven there's one thing I know
Old Shep has a wonderful home
Posted on 11/13/21 at 10:19 am to Napoleon
Sorry for you loss… I had to put my little down over a month ago…. One of the hardest things I’ve ever had to do…..
Posted on 11/13/21 at 11:10 am to Napoleon
Go in with the mindset of keeping him alive as long as you can. Other than that you will know when it’s time. The love you have for your dog will tell you what to do. If it is suffering most of his hours it’s probably time. Some breeds are very stoic though and won’t show that they are in pain.
Posted on 11/13/21 at 11:20 am to Napoleon
Although I love them, I will probably never get a large breed ever again. It’s just too stressful when they’re old. Mine got arthritis and it was very hard to get him to and from the vet. One day, he just couldn’t stand up anymore. Plus smaller dogs live longer and it’s just too painful to build that bond and watch it die every 10-12 years.
Posted on 11/13/21 at 11:40 am to Napoleon
When they outlive their usefulness.
They have to earn their keep, whether that be hunting dog, working dog, or pet.
I see poor old ladies at the Vet with old Fefe, having to make payments of Vet bills out of her Social Security checks. The Vets are so money hungry and dishonest they won't tell her the truth.
I remember while I was in the waiting room, waiting on test results for my beagle, an old lady brought in her dog.
The dog was so old and fat you could not determine its sex from across the room. The dog would repeatedly sit and immediately stand up. He did this repeatedly because it was too painful to sit. He had also lost control of his functions of pooping and peeing. The old lady wanted them to euthanize it. Her, IMO, worthless husband had sent her to do dirty work.
The Vets receptionist tried to convince her to let the Vet prolong the dogs agony.
After the dog was dead, they called the old lady to come back and get the carcass.
I felt compassion for the lady. She had a dead pet and a deadbeat husband.
They have to earn their keep, whether that be hunting dog, working dog, or pet.
I see poor old ladies at the Vet with old Fefe, having to make payments of Vet bills out of her Social Security checks. The Vets are so money hungry and dishonest they won't tell her the truth.
I remember while I was in the waiting room, waiting on test results for my beagle, an old lady brought in her dog.
The dog was so old and fat you could not determine its sex from across the room. The dog would repeatedly sit and immediately stand up. He did this repeatedly because it was too painful to sit. He had also lost control of his functions of pooping and peeing. The old lady wanted them to euthanize it. Her, IMO, worthless husband had sent her to do dirty work.
The Vets receptionist tried to convince her to let the Vet prolong the dogs agony.
After the dog was dead, they called the old lady to come back and get the carcass.
I felt compassion for the lady. She had a dead pet and a deadbeat husband.
Posted on 11/13/21 at 11:43 am to Itbelikethatsometime
quote:
sleep?
When would you want to be put down?
Whenever I am helpless and dependent on someone else to take care of me, with no expectations of improving.
Posted on 11/13/21 at 1:12 pm to Napoleon
We lost both of our dogs this year. Maggie in May, and Boudreaux last Friday. My wife took Maggie to the vet for emergency treatment, but the little girl collapsed and couldn't even walk inside. (Evans Syndrome). There was nothing that could be done and Maggie gave Melissa that look as if to say, "I'm tired. I'm done with it, Momma."
Boudreaux was 16-1/2. He'd had many tumors in hi lifetime but none malignant. This last one was malignant. We did everything to ensure his comfort, including helping him walk up and down stairs on the porch. He was uncomfortable frequently during the last week, but as long as he still had that light in his eyes and would wallow on the floor every once in awhile to scratch his back, I wasn't going to let him go. When he quit eating and would only drink water if we carried it to him, we knew that was our signal.
The vet came to our home, and Boudreaux crossed the bridge on November fifth at exactly 16 years and six months of age. A hundred-nine-eight months is a pretty long life, and he was spoiled rotten every day of it.
Keep that old hound around as long as there is still a little bit of joy that he expresses. He'll let you know when he's too tired to carry on.
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. These are hard days in the life of a dog family. Love to you, your family, and your dog, my friend.
Boudreaux was 16-1/2. He'd had many tumors in hi lifetime but none malignant. This last one was malignant. We did everything to ensure his comfort, including helping him walk up and down stairs on the porch. He was uncomfortable frequently during the last week, but as long as he still had that light in his eyes and would wallow on the floor every once in awhile to scratch his back, I wasn't going to let him go. When he quit eating and would only drink water if we carried it to him, we knew that was our signal.
The vet came to our home, and Boudreaux crossed the bridge on November fifth at exactly 16 years and six months of age. A hundred-nine-eight months is a pretty long life, and he was spoiled rotten every day of it.
Keep that old hound around as long as there is still a little bit of joy that he expresses. He'll let you know when he's too tired to carry on.
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. These are hard days in the life of a dog family. Love to you, your family, and your dog, my friend.
Posted on 11/13/21 at 2:38 pm to Napoleon
Dogs will get depressed when they are sick. She may get over the infection and bounce back.
You will know when she is ready to go.
You will know when she is ready to go.
Posted on 11/13/21 at 2:40 pm to Napoleon
When she stops enjoying her favorite things (walks, treats, tennis balls, whatever it is that she likes).
Posted on 11/13/21 at 2:41 pm to Napoleon
With one caveat: If she's still in good spirits but is too old to run, she might lose interest in walks/tennis balls.
This post was edited on 11/13/21 at 3:23 pm
Posted on 11/13/21 at 3:25 pm to Bestbank Tiger
put down the 12 pound small dog last week after 18 years. Skin probably had 9-10 cancers. She was not very responsive and the final sign was kidney failure. Been putting off the decision for over a year, but picked her and took to vets for final trip.
not easy
Posted on 11/13/21 at 6:47 pm to Napoleon
Dealt with it pretty recently also. My vet said when they lose quality of life he is good with it. Mine was starting to have trouble standing some and getting up a step in the house and to the backyard.
Would run some days but clearly hurting a good bit. I just figured he should go when he couldn’t do the things he loved. Sort of like I would I want to go. Prayers for you and your dog.
Would run some days but clearly hurting a good bit. I just figured he should go when he couldn’t do the things he loved. Sort of like I would I want to go. Prayers for you and your dog.
Posted on 11/13/21 at 6:50 pm to Napoleon
Found out today ours has bladder cancer. Sort of knew it already, but was confirmed. Doctor says she has anywhere from 1 month to maybe 6. Won't have to deal with pain, but the tumor will grow and eventually cut off her ability to pee.
We already go outside and spend 15 minutes where she pees, then thinks she has to pee for 14 minutes.
My wife is a basket case tonight. We lost our last one 2.5 years ago, this is our last one. She's 12 years old and sweet as can be. We don't have any children, so this is our baby.
We already go outside and spend 15 minutes where she pees, then thinks she has to pee for 14 minutes.
My wife is a basket case tonight. We lost our last one 2.5 years ago, this is our last one. She's 12 years old and sweet as can be. We don't have any children, so this is our baby.
Posted on 11/13/21 at 7:06 pm to Napoleon
Rule of thumb: trouble eating and using the bathroom
Posted on 11/13/21 at 8:56 pm to kywildcatfanone
quote:
Found out today ours has bladder cancer. Sort of knew it already, but was confirmed. Doctor says she has anywhere from 1 month to maybe 6. Won't have to deal with pain, but the tumor will grow and eventually cut off her ability to pee.
You might want to use piroxicam. It's an NSAID. Primarily used for pain, but in a small number of dogs it causes unexpected remissions.
You can also change her diet to be less than 20% carbohydrates. That will slow the growth of the tumor.
Posted on 11/13/21 at 8:59 pm to Bestbank Tiger
quote:
You might want to use piroxicam. It's an NSAID. Primarily used for pain, but in a small number of dogs it causes unexpected remissions.
Yes, ordered it today. Wasn't something the vet had in house.
quote:
You can also change her diet to be less than 20% carbohydrates. That will slow the growth of the tumor.
Will try this
Page 2 of 3
Popular
Back to top
Follow TigerDroppings for LSU Football News