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Related: About this forumThe latest on Willow (not happy news, sorry)
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Since I last posted about Willow back in January, her condition has continued to decline. Some days are better than others, but none of them are great at this point. Mr. B and I have reluctantly decided to stop putting off the inevitable. We've scheduled a vet appointment for noon on Thursday.
I know it's going to be hard, and the reality hasn't fully hit me yet, but we're at peace with this decision. As much as we hate the thought of losing her, I feel like we've been gradually losing her little by little for months now. In a weird sort of way, it's a relief to know it'll be over soon, for her and for us.
Thank you all for your support. It is deeply appreciated!
P.S.Sorry about the duplicate post! I will leave it up since it got a couple of replies before I saw it.
SheltieLover
(81,745 posts)MustLoveBeagles
(17,316 posts)Lifeafter70
(1,197 posts)Hubby and I prolonged our snootchie's life for months with water therapy and laser therapy. We finally had to decide whether we were prolonging her pain because it was too difficult to let go. That was almost ten years ago and I still miss her.
My heart goes out to you in this very painful time.
Hubby made this vid of Snootchie Bootchies and Randall when Randall was a just a puppy in 2006. We lost Randall last year. He is now jumping in piles of leaves with his sis.
LoisB
(13,498 posts)hlthe2b
(114,720 posts)When that is no longer possible then removing suffering is the final gift of love we can give them.
That won't alleviate the sadness, but please be at peace.
GiqueCee
(4,766 posts)... but we just have love them while we've got them.
We now have a 2-year-old Great Pyrenees/Redbone-mix rescue from Texas named Honey. She's our big orange, floppy-eared house horse.
Our hearts are with you, ShazzieB.
kcoates
(91 posts)I do Pyrenees rescue in Texas, Saving Pyrenees in Need (SPIN). Is he one of ours?
GiqueCee
(4,766 posts)... but I'll have to dig out her papers to recall where she came from. She looks more like a Redbone than a Pyrenees, though that's what her DNA test told was dominant.
It's late, so I'll look that up tomorrow and let you know. Thanks for your interest, and thanks especially for working to save other fur babies!
Polly Hennessey
(8,974 posts)Oh, that is him now, barking.
Grim Chieftain
(2,063 posts)Now and on Thursday. Sometimes doing the right thing is the hardest. Take care.
irisblue
(37,938 posts)brer cat
(27,690 posts)but remember that it is kindness to relieve her suffering. I will keep you in my heart.
oldsoldierfadingfast
(379 posts)LetMyPeopleVote's post re: chocolate before you take Willow to the vet.
Why does doing the "right thing" hurt so bad? I don't know, but I do know so many DUers will want to take you and Mr. B in their arms and they will cry with and for you both on Thurs.
multigraincracker
(38,063 posts)When I get so bad someone has to wipe my butt, wish someone could take me to the vet.
My ex was euthanasia tech and was there for many dogs and cats getting that finale shot. Very peaceful for an animal in pain. First shot relaxed them. Then the second one, there a peaceful sigh as they fall asleep.
Danmel
(5,805 posts)Peace to all of you
Danmel
(5,805 posts)Peace to all of you
HeartsCanHope
(1,764 posts)but most loving thing we can do for our animal companions at the end of their life. I'm sorry you all have to go through this,
and I will be thinking of you all on Thursday. Please give Willow some loves from me.
Old Crank
(7,275 posts)We just had to deal with our little dog yesterday, we had for 14 years. Not a happy day for all involved.
Take care of yourselves.
AltairIV
(1,068 posts)This is an extremely difficult decision and is never easy. May your remaining time together be filled with the simple joy of sharing each others company.
orangecrush
(31,185 posts)cate94
(3,125 posts)chowder66
(12,516 posts)Oneironaut
(6,323 posts)It's the worst thing about them - our time with them is always too short and always ends. However, it's always worth it - at least she had good times with you.
Mz Pip
(28,511 posts)They are part of our family. So sorry.
Laffy Kat
(16,990 posts)Wishing you strength and comfort.
Polly Hennessey
(8,974 posts)Willow is probably ready. Take care on Thursday and thankfully you will be with her.
TygrBright
(21,392 posts)CousinIT
(12,763 posts)But it is a final, heartwrenching act of pure love. You are doing the right thing for her.
Glaisne
(658 posts)Peace and love. ❤️
mountain grammy
(29,223 posts)Keep those good memories ❤️
Grim Chieftain
(2,063 posts)Sending warm wishes and comforting thoughts your way.
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