re: Going to have to put down my dog today

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it’s amazing how difficult something like that can be.

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I would imagine it's difficult for the vets as well. Imagine having that be a regular part of your job. I would imagine it's one of the reasons why there is a high suicide rate associated with veterinarians.

So sorry for you. However, letting your son see you cry is healthy. You both loved this dog so much. It is not easy, but it is the humane thing to do.

You might Google "The Rainbow Bridge". I cry every time I read it. But it does give some comfort. Born & raised Catholic, I questioned a priest about dogs going to heaven. He said "No. They have no soul.". To this day, I believe that my (anyone's) beloved pets are waiting for us! Remember the good times with your pet!??

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The people that cremated both did paw prints that are about the size of large Christmas ornaments. Good keepsakes.

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Yeah I've heard that as well. I wanted to do paw prints while he was alive so my husband could look at the prints and see it as a happy memory. Our dog was being all goofy while we were doing the pawprints so it also created a happy memory for us as well.

A good last meal for the dog is also good. Our Border Collie was too sick to eat so we missed that. But, she loved little kids and the vet's assistant had a young son who came out to hug her goodbye. The dog had not moved all morning, but gave him three dog kisses and then went back to moving. Those three kisses were her last activities.

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My 12 year old boy is crying and it breaks my heart but my dog is suffering and I cant bear to watch it anymore. My dog is also 12 so the two of then literally grew up together. Sucks man...first time I've had to put down a dog

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Had to do the same many years ago. Bought him a filet and he woofed it down. I cried like baby, and still feel badly about it when I think about it. He was blind, deaf, and hurting, but I wished he would have died at home, they wouldn’t let me be with him at the facility. My condolences, no substitute for a great dog.

I've had to do it 3 times in my lifetime.

Prayers

Sucks man. I have a 10.5-year-old Lab/ doberman who is not doing well either.

In my thoughts. Good luck to the both of you

It's difficult, but part of the responsibility of owning a pet.

I'm so sorry! An incredibly tough and sad way to lose a beloved member of the family. Prayers for you and yours.

Will never have another dog after my 19 yo min pin lost his battle with glaucoma (both eyes). Just too painful.