KerrinKiwi
Aug 7 2007, 08:39 PM
Today my husband and I had to put our Toy poodle down after 3 weeks of struggling with what to do. Pugsly was 15 years old and she had a heart problem, was totally blind in both eye and almost totally deaf. My husband had her before we got together but she became mine after us being together for 7 years old. She was the best dog ever and loved my husband so much and he loved her so much as well. She will forever be in hearts, the was so heard for my husband but, we did not want her to suffer. She started to pace all the time like an elderly person with dementia and our vet said that is what happens when the get old. We just did not want her to live like that.

I take care of elderly people and it is so hard to see them when they have dementia and know nothing. Pugsly was so loved and will forever in our hearts.



I belive she is made new now and has no more suffering.
snugglbutt
Aug 7 2007, 08:42 PM
I am so sorry for your loss.

Two of my dogs are getting pretty old, and we know it won't be to much longer before we have to make that decision as well.
kate
Aug 7 2007, 08:44 PM
So sad. I have a 10 year old yorkie. I dread the day. Hopefully it wont be for a while yet.
Dark Angel
Aug 7 2007, 08:49 PM
I am so sorry. I know it can be one of the most hardest and most heartbreaking decisions one is faced with. You know you did the right thing but I also know it doesnt make you and your husband feel any better. I can tell you both really loved her and that she is forever embedded in your hearts.
You gave her a loving home and that is the best thing you can do for a pet.
Hugs
IMPy
Quakermom
Aug 7 2007, 09:14 PM
you did a wonderful thing caring for her, sometimes these decisions are not the easiest, but you did the right thing if she was suffering. you gave her a great home and most importantly love.
hugs to you hope you feel better.
Frankie's Mom
Aug 7 2007, 10:01 PM
I am so very sorry you had to go through the loss of your loved pet. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Please know that Pugsley is no longer in pain and is watching over you.
ReneeNoelle
Aug 7 2007, 10:27 PM
So very sorry... wish there was more to say to take away some of the hurt. Call me if you need to talk or anything.
Carrie~Anne
Aug 7 2007, 10:29 PM
Oh Kerri, I am sorry. You've suffered some heavy losses in the last few weeks.
My heart goes out to you and your husband.
tikileahsmom
Aug 7 2007, 11:28 PM
So sorry. you just must be devistated. You and your hubby have been through so much lately.
Keeping you in my prayers
tikileahsmom
jobo2mi
Aug 8 2007, 09:06 PM
So sorry for your loss....I know how hard that decision is. But take comfort in knowing she loved you as much as you loved her and you set her free from her pain.
sgtcluck
Aug 8 2007, 09:39 PM
I am so sorry for your loss. Just think about how she is no longer blind and running through the fields playing with all our beloved pets who have passed on before.
equineRtist
Aug 9 2007, 12:59 AM
I am so sorry for your loss. That is always a difficult and sad decision to make, but we also know we don't want to prolong their pain and suffering.
I wish I could wave a magic wand that would help you both to heal, but it can't be done. I CAN ask God to ease your pain and I will do that right now. Be blessed!
Jo2
I'm so sorry for your loss ...
quakerluver
Aug 21 2007, 07:59 PM
I had a 17 year old mini doxie that i had since she was 6 weeks old. I had her dad and she was such a part of my life. She was there when my children grew up, my divorce, my move across country, always my constant companion.
When the time came, well, i after 3 years, i still cant talk about it, but it was by far the hardest thing i have EVEr had to do in my life to make the decision that it was time for her. I was there when she was born, and i was there holding her when she took her last breath. As usual, tears are streaming again just thinking about it, but i know in my heart i did was was best for her. She couldnt hear, couldnt see, was in constant joint pain, and it was time. I so feel your pain. It will never be ok, just gets better with time.
Take solace that she is running and playing and waiting for you on the other side of the rainbow bridge.
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