Need Advice, wondering if its time to put my buddy down :(

Re: Need Advice, wondering if its time to put my buddy down

So sorry to hear your buddy is having so much trouble. I had to have my 10 year old girl Sexy put down back in November due to cancer, she was my first dog and let me tell you that this was the hardest decision i have ever made in my life, and still hurts me very much till this day, there's not a day that goes by were I don't think about her, however i think you have to consider his quality of life and if he is in pain or not and do what is best for him if you love him. If his illness is treatable and has good prognosis you might consider taking out a line of credit to save his life if you are short on cash, I know I would if it ever came down to that, I just get so attached and would do anything to cure them and allow them to live as long as possible.

Re: Need Advice, wondering if its time to put my buddy down

So sorry that Zeus is having such a tough time.
I had to make the decision to put my 'Dixie Diana' down at the age of 7 when Lymphoma robbed her of her quality of life. It was the hardest decision I've ever had to make.
It's been almost 2 years now and there isn't a day that goes by that I don't miss her and wish I could hug her just one more time.
She lived a little over 4 months after being diagnosed with Lymphoma.
With the use of Prednisone, she lived a fairly normal and happy life until the last few days when she started a downhill spiral.

You will know when the time is right....you can see it in their eyes.
Up until the day that Dixie was put down....she had a spark in her eyes. That last day...the spark was gone. When I looked into her eyes that day....I knew she was tired and that she didn't want to go on any longer...I knew the time had come to let her go even though my heart was breaking.

You and Zeus are in my thoughts and prayers.

Re: Need Advice, wondering if its time to put my buddy down

Here is a little poem that was given to me when I put my old girl Xena to rest. I found it very comforting.



IF IT SHOULD BE........
If it should be i grow frail and weak,
and pain should wake me from my sleep,
then you must do what must be done,
for this last battle can't be won.

you will be sad - I understand,
don't let your grief then stay in your hand,
For this day, more than all the rest,
your love and friendship stand the test.

We've had so many happy years,
what is to come will hold no fears.
You'd not want me to suffer.....so,
When the time comes, please let me go.

Take me where my needs they'll tend,
but stay with me until the end,
and hold me firm, and talk to me,
until my eyes no longer see.

I know in time you too will see,
It is kindness you do to me.
Although my tail it's last has waved,
from pain and suffering, I've been saved.

Do not grieve that it should be you,
who must decide this thing to do.
We've been so close - we two - these years,
Don't let your heart hold any tears...

Re: Need Advice, wondering if its time to put my buddy down

i am so very sorrry that you have to face this..its so hard..i too have been there..and it breaks your heart...the wondering  whether you are right or wrong ,is it time, you really WILL know..you know in your heart if hes in pain ,if its getting worse...and they fact that maybe they can give him a little more time is good but is it time in pain and frustration?
i had to put my boy down with cancer, he was 7 and had been there with me through ALOT...it was the hardest day i had ever had...i cried all the way there..second guessing myself..and the what if's racked my brain...but in the end when he slowly closed his eyes with me hugging him..i knew he felt no more pain...and i was relieved..
i still think about him all the time..but i knew the time was right and i loved him so much i couldnt bear the thought of him suffering...

you will know whats right..prayers to you both..its a hard thing but hes counting on you to know the best thing..he knows you love him unconditionally and your decision will be from your heart..

good luck and we are all here for you

Re: Need Advice, wondering if its time to put my buddy down

I am soo sorry to hear about Zeus.  Less than a year ago I too was in the same situation and it's soo hard to know what to do.  My last boxer, Blu who was also my very first boxer became very ill at only 13 months of age.  I went to many different vets and specialists and no one could give me a clear diagnoses.  Eventually she became so ill that I was taking her to the vet everyday for medication to help her with the pain.  This was when my vet and I both decided it was time to do exploratory surgery.  Unfortunately she was 75% cancer in the stomach so I decided it was best not to wake her back up.  It's soo hard to let go of your loved ones but you have to do what is best to make sure their not suffering.  I honestly believe that your boxer will let you know when the timing is right.  Templeton and I are sending positive thoughts your way. Take care.
Kim and Templeton