The loss of a pet

I'm so sorry to hear that..just assure yourself that your pet will be at rest and that he had been happy with you.

I don't understand why some people have studied to become veterinarians. Aren't they supposed to treat all animals, no matter the gender, age and race? Even if a dog is old and there are not many chances for him, at least they are supposed to respect the bond between the owners and their dogs. I encountered the same attitude from some vets when I tried to help my old pal, Nera. She was 13 and too many vets told me to let her go, because she's old and it doesn't worth all my efforts. But how to let her go? I would have done everything to make her feel better. Eventually I found a young vet who understood my suffering and tried to help me. We couldn't do much for Nera, but at least that vet tried her best. I hope you'll find a good vet who will understand your love for your dog, a vet who value life despite the old age.

I know it's hard when we reach that point. I've had to make some hard decisions in my life and although it's a hard thing to do, sometimes it's just time to put our beloved pets down. Last year my kitty whom I've had for eight years developed diabetes and lost the use of his hind legs. The vet told me that even if we got his blood sugars under control, he would never regain the use of his legs. I cried like a baby but there was only one thing I could do. I stayed with him until he was gone and asked the vet for his ashes back. Now he sits in his favorite spot...on my air conditioner...in a cedar box. It's hard to let go but sometimes we just have to make that hard decision. Do we let them suffer or do we cherish their memory? My heart goes out to you. I know how hard it is to see a beloved pet suffer. I hope whatever decision you make will be one you can live with. God bless!