My dog is being put down tomorrow

[Jun_Jun]

So I've had this dog pretty much my whole life(since I was 6 I'm 21 now), he's been my best mate and tomorrow he's being put down. First of all I'm all for Euthanasia for my dog, he's really been in a lot of pain over the past couple of months, his arthritis has gotten progressively worse and it's time to stop him suffering, sorry if this is poorly written, I just got told yesterday by my parents who own the dog, so tonight I get to go say 'goodbye' to him, and I just feel devastated, so fellow escapists I need some cheering up, or a QQ thread either way I would appreciate this distraction for the next few hours until I have to leave to say goodbye to my best mate.

Also just finished watching Jurassic bark, did not make me feel any better..

Oh and any advice or comments you have would be nice

 

[Akytalusia]

eh.. i know that feel bro. i had to put down my cat on my 21'st birthday cause it was suffering from leukemia. i really can't think of anything comforting to say, but i can at least offer my empathy. just remember him.

 

[scorptatious]

I really don't know what to say to make this better. It's painful losing someone you're really close to. Whether he/she be human or animal. All I can really say is I'm sorry about your loss. And I hope he rests in peace.

 

[Link Kadeshi]

If you're allowed, hold his paw. It's hard, but I've always tried to be there for them. It wont be easy, and I am very truly sorry. I've lost dogs, and they were never pets, they were family. I'd take you out for a beer if you were local, so I hope the thought will be good enough. Try to remember the good times, trust me.
Jurassic Bark will mess with anyone's head, so this is worse ten-fold.

 

[staika]

Dammit there goes my cheerful mood and now I am sad because I also have a dog nearing that time. Dammit I will not cry!

 

[BoredRolePlayer]

god this brought back a bad memory. I had to get my dog spade cause the neighbors didn't know the concept of locking their dogs up (which was a problem later on cause one of the dogs attacked me), so we spaded her and she had an infection which caused her stomach to blow up and split open (I was the one who found her like that with her guts showing, I was excited to see her cause I was told that she would be fine in a week and well that was the week). We had her being taken care of for a few days but she wouldn't eat or anything, her spirit she had was long gone. So I was the one to decided to put her down.

This was hard for me because of these reasons
1)She was my only friend I had at the time who didn't turn on me
2)I was in the 5th grade when it happened.

 

[Iron Mal]

So I've had this dog pretty much my whole life(since I was 6 I'm 21 now), he's been my best mate and tomorrow he's being put down. First of all I'm all for Euthanasia for my dog, he's really been in a lot of pain over the past couple of months, his arthritis has gotten progressively worse and it's time to stop him suffering, sorry if this is poorly written, I just got told yesterday by my parents who own the dog, so tonight I get to go say 'goodbye' to him, and I just feel devastated, so fellow escapists I need some cheering up, or a QQ thread either way I would appreciate this distraction for the next few hours until I have to leave to say goodbye to my best mate.

Also just finished watching Jurassic bark, did not make me feel any better..

Oh and any advice or comments you have would be nice

It wasn't too long ago my dog had to be put down (his name was Molah, he would have been pretty much the same age as your dog), it was a sad day when it came to taking him to the vets to have the procedure done (he couldn't walk and we don't have a car so I had to wrap him in a blanket to keep him warm and carry him there myself in heavy rain and wind).

You have my sympathies and the best thing I can reccomend for you to do is to spend as much time with him as you can during his last day. Play with him, cuddle him, get a few last minute pictures of the two of your together.

Whatever you feel with make the time more meaningful and memorable.

Also, remember the following three things for afterwards:

1- It's ok to be sad and there's nothing wrong with crying or wanting some quiet time alone. It's perfectly understandable.

2- Remember that this is the kindest thing you can do for him in this situation. You'll be sad to see him go but trust me when I say it'd be even worse to see the alternative, if it helps, try to remember that he'll be in a better place (if you believe in that).

3- Grieve in the way that makes you happy. Whether it's listening to music, looking at pictures, playing games, watching movies, seeing friends, spending time alone or anything else just do what helps you feel better.

Again, I'm sorry for your current situation and I hope you have happier things to look foward to soon.

 

[RaphaelsRedemption]

My fiance got a tattoo of pawprints to remember his dogs by. Maybe something like would help?

In any case, I feel for you...

 

[StellarViking]

I want to extend my sympathy to you. I know this is a difficult time. I've had to put down pets before and it's never easy. Cherish the time you have left, make sure your dog knows he's loved and that you care for him. Remember the happy times as often as you can, and remember that it's alright to cry when you need to. I'm trying to find a way to say "I hope you cheer up soon" without sounding insensitive or condescending, but it isn't working.

Again, my sympathy and condolences to you and your family.

 

[EHKOS]

Go and accompany him to the end. I didn't when my lab died of cancer and I will always regret it.

 

[Silver1Wolf2]

What Ehkos said basically, accompany him, I can tell you it might not seem like you can do it or that it would hurt allot more but I lost a cat when I was 15 (he fell from the window and even though my mom rushed him to a vet he was dead on arrival) and I regret to no end the fact I couldn't say my goodbye or that he didn't see me next to him... it's just a pain you don't want to live with friend especially if you know you can prevent it... don't be afraid to cry either, you've known that dog for 15 plus years... that's allot of time and he is your friend.

 

[electric_warrior]

This made me happy a few days ago, but might bum you out even more


My cat, who's very, very dear to me, is getting on in years now (I got him when I was 6, I'm 19 now), but I can only imagine how I'd feel if he were to be put down. All I can say is that you should make the his last hours as nice as possible and spend as much time with him as you can.

 

[draconis275]

I'm terriably sorry to hear about your friend. Its a trying time to be going through and it doesn't get any easier. Not seeing them is a profound regret, but knowing its time is a step forward. Sometimes you get the odd insensitive person who says get a new dog, and then you have to rip their ear off explaining that he wasn't a pet, but a family member. I don't know what kind of a person you are but haveing a funeral or a special headstone could help honour him.

At least your parents even remembered to tell you (sorry to sound like a grump). My two dogs, that I had to leave behind on the farm to study in city, both died and I had to find out by visiting their townhouse and noticeing that my big sisters' new puppy was wearing my dogs collar and name tag.

 

[Jun_Jun]

Thankyou everyone for what you have said, it's helped alot.
I wasn't expecting such kind words but thanks guys. I'm leaving my house now to go say goodbye to him now, again thankyou guys you've given me a bit more peace about this. (again horribly written guys sorry about that)
Oh and electric warrior that video did cheer me up a bit, nothing like seeing a dog ridiculously over excited

Thanks guys

 

[Insanity72]

My girlfriends dog had to be put down yesterday as well, really bad arthritis and started to get some really bad cancer and tumors around his stomach. She was pretty devastated when she found out. Her little brother refused to believe he was going to be put down though, he was certain he was just going to go to the vet and come back fine

 

[Mcupobob]

My condolences go out to you. Its always sad to lose a a good pet. I remember when I lost my first dog, had her when I was around 8. Always miss her and all the other pets I have in my life.

So heres to you Re-Re, Rosco, Houdini, Oscar, Clansi, Butch, and Calie.

You all lived long lives and were always loyal and fun to be around. Hope there really is a heaven for pets.

 

[Lawllerskater]

I feel empathy for you.
Not too long ago my dog passed away in the morning while on Spring Break. He had a low red blood cell count and was having a hard time getting oxygen around I guess. He had a hard time moving around, due to running out of breath so fast and near the end needed help standing up. He also had some glandular problem I think, because he ended up weighing around 165 lbs before he passed. I had him for about 11 years, and remember the day we got him.

I guess he knew around the moment he was about to pass, because he managed to get the strength to stand up and walk into my dad's office for a last time and wag his tail at my dad, before going back to his bed and passing on.

It's a really sad thing to have to endure through, but just know that they probably had a good life thanks to you.

My condolences.

 

[Dr. Pepper Unlimited]

This made me happy a few days ago, but might bum you out even more


My cat, who's very, very dear to me, is getting on in years now (I got him when I was 6, I'm 19 now), but I can only imagine how I'd feel if he were to be put down. All I can say is that you should make the his last hours as nice as possible and spend as much time with him as you can.

That's the most adorable thing I have ever seen.

To the OP, I'm very sorry you have to go through this, but remember that if you treated your dog well, and gave him/her all the love and affection you could, then your dog has lived a happy and healthy life. Keep the good thoughts in, even at the worst of times. Time heals all wounds, so give it time.