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re: To Euthanize or Not? Old Dog
Posted on 3/12/18 at 8:58 pm to deeprig9
Posted on 3/12/18 at 8:58 pm to deeprig9
Our dog is also 15 years old. Can't see or hear hardly at all and I have self diagnosed her with dementia as well. She shits all over the house, usually just after we let her out. It just keeps coming out as she's walking inside. She usually gets a stomach virus 1-2 times a year that makes us think this is the end, then we bring her to the vet, they give us yet another more expensive prescription dog food for her, plus meds, plus run every test they can think of so we walk out with a $500+ bill and a "perfectly healthy dog".
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Posted on 3/12/18 at 8:59 pm to deeprig9
15 years is old, even for a small breed like a beagle.
He's had a good run, but if he is uncontrollable then it's time. Sounds like he has some form of dementia, and that ain't gonna get better.
Give him his favorite food and hold him close for one more night.
Putting my lab down in 2011 was horrible, but it was time. She took three deep breaths and it was over. Very quick, and pain free. Held her close and cried like a baby for quite a while.
Gonna be just as bad when I lose my chocolate Lab. He's got maybe 2-3 years left.
He's had a good run, but if he is uncontrollable then it's time. Sounds like he has some form of dementia, and that ain't gonna get better.
Give him his favorite food and hold him close for one more night.
Putting my lab down in 2011 was horrible, but it was time. She took three deep breaths and it was over. Very quick, and pain free. Held her close and cried like a baby for quite a while.
Gonna be just as bad when I lose my chocolate Lab. He's got maybe 2-3 years left.
Posted on 3/12/18 at 9:03 pm to deeprig9
We had to do this in December to our 17 yr old schnauzer mix. She was anxious and demented after being the smartest dog in the world for 16+ years. She still liked her walks, ate well, etc., but she would walk in circles for hours, fall, get stuck, jump down multiple stairs, and we couldn’t always make sure she was safe. Tons of meds, constantly adjusting, etc. it’s almost better to do it too soon than too late once they reach a certain point.
Posted on 3/12/18 at 9:08 pm to deeprig9
This post was edited on 11/16/21 at 2:31 pm
Posted on 3/12/18 at 9:11 pm to deeprig9
If his quality of life is gone you are doing the right thing.
One of the most selfless things a person can do is release their pet from suffering.
Good luck
One of the most selfless things a person can do is release their pet from suffering.
Good luck
Posted on 3/12/18 at 9:12 pm to deeprig9
It will be one of the hardest things you will ever do and it will tear your heart out, but it is time to give your friend peace.
Posted on 3/12/18 at 9:15 pm to puse01
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puse01
You sir, or madam, are a worthless piece of crap.
Posted on 3/12/18 at 9:15 pm to deeprig9
didn't read.
Don't like the subject.
There's a thread for you on the OB right now.
Don't like the subject.
There's a thread for you on the OB right now.
Posted on 3/12/18 at 9:18 pm to RhodeDawg
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There's a thread for you on the OB right now.
Link? I see nothing obvious.
Posted on 3/12/18 at 9:20 pm to deeprig9
Posted on 3/12/18 at 9:20 pm to deeprig9
I had the same issues with an older dog. Please for everyone's sake; end it. I am guessing the issues are worse at night. Much like human's; dog's "sundown". Please have the vet come to your house. Have them give you a tranquilizer first, when vet comes, your pup won't know what's going on. It's been a faithful companion; please save it that final panic of a vet visit.
Your vet might not charge you; depending on the length of your professional relationship. Mine didn't -but my family has used the same vet forever.
Your vet might not charge you; depending on the length of your professional relationship. Mine didn't -but my family has used the same vet forever.
This post was edited on 3/12/18 at 9:22 pm
Posted on 3/12/18 at 9:21 pm to puse01
There's a piece of shite in this thread that needs to be shot and it's not the OP or his dog.
Posted on 3/12/18 at 9:23 pm to deeprig9
Sometimes you have to love them enough to let them go with some dignity. His quality of life is gone. How sad people don't have the same consideration. Stay with him if you can so he is calm. It will be peaceful.
Posted on 3/12/18 at 9:28 pm to deeprig9
Nobody ever wants to do this, but it sounds like it’s time. And props to you for rescuing and giving him what sounds like a very good life he would have been denied in 2008 if you hadn’t done what you did. Don’t be too hard on yourself. I know the feeling.
Posted on 3/12/18 at 9:29 pm to deeprig9
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15-17 year old
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He shits and pisses in the house
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the dog has severe anxiety and confusion
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The dog's quality of life is shite, our quality of life is shite.
Tough decision.
Posted on 3/12/18 at 9:31 pm to deeprig9
I hope no one ever euthanizes me for shitting in my pants and not seeing well.
Posted on 3/12/18 at 9:35 pm to biglego
i asked a friend of mine, who happens to be a vet, the same question about when is the right time to put a dog down. We had a 16 yr old Jack Russell. He said when the animal stops being a pet and starts becoming a patient. That is the time to put her down. He also said, we both know what the end result will eventually be.
Posted on 3/12/18 at 9:39 pm to deeprig9
July 2017 my beautiful Golden could no longer stand, I miss that big boy but it was time. Your situation is different and I completely understand your struggles. Sorry for your pain - thanks for sharing fella.
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