How to make the decission to put him asleep

Galway K9

:(In bits hearing this. Stunning Dog!

almae

beautiful baby...R.I.P

falabo

touching story, lovely dog R.I.P.

Shazanne

I've been there and I know your pain. Cant say more as I'm crying too much. God bless you X

bryaner

barbiegirl wrote: »

Fingers crossed I have a while before having to make this decision ours are very young, but I found this a while ago, I think it was called what a dog wants
1. My life is likely to last 10-15 years. Any separation from you is likely to be painful.

2. Give me time to understand what you want of me.

3. Place your trust in me. It is crucial for my well-being.

4. Don't be angry with me for long and don't lock me up as punishment. You have your work, your friends, your entertainment, but I have only you.

5. Talk to me. Even if I don't understand your words, I do understand your voice when speaking to me.

6. Be aware that however you treat me, I will never forget it.

7. Before you hit me, before you strike me, remember that I could hurt you, and yet, I choose not to bite you.

8. Before you scold me for being lazy or uncooperative, ask yourself if something might be bothering me. Perhaps I'm not getting the right food, I have been in the sun too long, or my heart might be getting old or weak.

9. Please take care of me when I grow old. You too, will grow old.

10. On the ultimate difficult journey, go with me please. Never say you can't bear to watch. Don't make me face this alone. Everything is easier for me if you are there, because I love you so.

You've all had me in tears here reading your stories :-(

Same as bringing a lot of memories back.

R.I.P

Galway K9

barbiegirl wrote: »

Fingers crossed I have a while before having to make this decision ours are very young, but I found this a while ago, I think it was called what a dog wants
1. My life is likely to last 10-15 years. Any separation from you is likely to be painful.

2. Give me time to understand what you want of me.

3. Place your trust in me. It is crucial for my well-being.

4. Don't be angry with me for long and don't lock me up as punishment. You have your work, your friends, your entertainment, but I have only you.

5. Talk to me. Even if I don't understand your words, I do understand your voice when speaking to me.

6. Be aware that however you treat me, I will never forget it.

7. Before you hit me, before you strike me, remember that I could hurt you, and yet, I choose not to bite you.

8. Before you scold me for being lazy or uncooperative, ask yourself if something might be bothering me. Perhaps I'm not getting the right food, I have been in the sun too long, or my heart might be getting old or weak.

9. Please take care of me when I grow old. You too, will grow old.

10. On the ultimate difficult journey, go with me please. Never say you can't bear to watch. Don't make me face this alone. Everything is easier for me if you are there, because I love you so.

You've all had me in tears here reading your stories :-(

Absolutley beautiful and i love it but written from a human perspective and not a dogs!

barbiegirl

Galway K9 wrote: »

Absolutley beautiful and i love it but written from a human perspective and not a dogs!

I'm sure you could give us the doggies point of view :-)

eeyore2502

Thank you everyone for the kind words and love the little poem. Might use that if you don't mind and put it in a frame with picture of him, maybe not quite yet but some where down the line.

I know time is a great healer but at the moment that time feels like it is going to be soooo far away.

Our two other dogs seem lost without him even thought he wasn't a playful dog in his last few years the others seem to miss him, but they are getting so much more extra love and attention at the moment.

cjf

I have this poem on my fridge with a pics of doggies iv lost. Its so tough losing a pet and this poem reminds me they stay in our hearts forever.

Stood Beside Your Bed Last Night

I stood by your bed last night, I came to have a peep.
I could see that you were crying, you found it hard to sleep.
I whined to you softly as you brushed away a tear.
"Its me, I haven't left you, I'm well, I'm fine, I'm here"
I was close to you at breakfast, I watched you pour the tea.
You were thinking of the many times your hands reached down to me.

I was with you at the shops today, your arms were getting sore.
I want to take your parcels, I wished I could do more.
I was with you at my grave today, you tend it with such care.
I want to reassure you that I'm not lying there.
I walked with you towards the house as you fumbled for the key,
I gently put my paw on you, I smiled and said "It's me".

You looked so very tired and then you sank into a chair,
I tried so hard to let you know that I was standing there.
Its possible for me to be so near you everyday,
to say to you with certainty "I never went away".
You sat there very quietly, then smiled, I think you knew
That in the stillness of that evening I was very close to you.
The day is over.... I smile and watch you yawning
and say, " Good Night, Sweet Dreams, God Bless,
I'll see you in the morning".
And when the time is right for you to cross the brief divide
I'll rush to greet you and well stand together side by side.
I have so many things to show you, there's much for you to see.
Be patient, live your journey out; then come home and be with me.

lrushe

cjf wrote: »

I have this poem on my fridge with a pics of doggies iv lost. Its so tough losing a pet and this poem reminds me they stay in our hearts forever.

Stood Beside Your Bed Last Night

I stood by your bed last night, I came to have a peep.
I could see that you were crying, you found it hard to sleep.
I whined to you softly as you brushed away a tear.
"Its me, I haven't left you, I'm well, I'm fine, I'm here"
I was close to you at breakfast, I watched you pour the tea.
You were thinking of the many times your hands reached down to me.

I was with you at the shops today, your arms were getting sore.
I want to take your parcels, I wished I could do more.
I was with you at my grave today, you tend it with such care.
I want to reassure you that I'm not lying there.
I walked with you towards the house as you fumbled for the key,
I gently put my paw on you, I smiled and said "It's me".

You looked so very tired and then you sank into a chair,
I tried so hard to let you know that I was standing there.
Its possible for me to be so near you everyday,
to say to you with certainty "I never went away".
You sat there very quietly, then smiled, I think you knew
That in the stillness of that evening I was very close to you.
The day is over.... I smile and watch you yawning
and say, " Good Night, Sweet Dreams, God Bless,
I'll see you in the morning".
And when the time is right for you to cross the brief divide
I'll rush to greet you and well stand together side by side.
I have so many things to show you, there's much for you to see.
Be patient, live your journey out; then come home and be with me.

Ah crap now I'm crying at my desk in work, blaming it on the hay fever!!!

awman

i'm also crying at my desk in work. God, reading this makes me so sad. My poor girl maggie may died last July. (she was a boxer and she was only 4 when she died). She had a brain tumor and was having unbelievably bad seizures and in the end she wasnt able to even stand up. My husband and I had to make the painful decision to have her PTS. It was the most awful time of my life. I posted a thread here at the time and everyone's comments were so nice. I still cry every single day. She was the most beautiful dog. The time i posted my thread here, somebody sent a link which really touched me. I think maybe you might like it too.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qUNJjIwlHk8

Its been over 8 months since maggie died and to be honest i dont know if i'll ever get over it. she honestly was like a child to me and my husband. we completely spoilt her rotten. We got another dog since maggie died and i'd be lying if i said she hasnt brought me happiness but every time i think of maggie i get this pang in my chest and all those feelings come rushing back. some days i can think of her and smile, other days when i think of her it just makes me sad that she is no longer with me. But at the end of the day I know there was nothing more we could have done for her and it was the right thing to do. I completely know how you feel and my heart goes out to you.

andreac

cjf wrote: »

I have this poem on my fridge with a pics of doggies iv lost. Its so tough losing a pet and this poem reminds me they stay in our hearts forever.

Stood Beside Your Bed Last Night

I stood by your bed last night, I came to have a peep.
I could see that you were crying, you found it hard to sleep.
I whined to you softly as you brushed away a tear.
"Its me, I haven't left you, I'm well, I'm fine, I'm here"
I was close to you at breakfast, I watched you pour the tea.
You were thinking of the many times your hands reached down to me.

I was with you at the shops today, your arms were getting sore.
I want to take your parcels, I wished I could do more.
I was with you at my grave today, you tend it with such care.
I want to reassure you that I'm not lying there.
I walked with you towards the house as you fumbled for the key,
I gently put my paw on you, I smiled and said "It's me".

You looked so very tired and then you sank into a chair,
I tried so hard to let you know that I was standing there.
Its possible for me to be so near you everyday,
to say to you with certainty "I never went away".
You sat there very quietly, then smiled, I think you knew
That in the stillness of that evening I was very close to you.
The day is over.... I smile and watch you yawning
and say, " Good Night, Sweet Dreams, God Bless,
I'll see you in the morning".
And when the time is right for you to cross the brief divide
I'll rush to greet you and well stand together side by side.
I have so many things to show you, there's much for you to see.
Be patient, live your journey out; then come home and be with me.

Oh so sad, but beautiful poem. I have tears in my eyes too:(

andreac

So sorry for your loss, it really is one of the hardest decisions to ever have to make but sounds like your dog had the most wonderful life with you.
RIP Bruno xx:(

Karona

I had to put my beautiful little Jack Russell Penny to sleep last September. It really broke my heart, she was 16 years old and had liver failure. She was getting sick for a couple of days and wouldnt move out of her basket, and i kept praying that she would get better. But she had to be put to sleep. I stayed with her the whole time and kept telling her that she was a great girl.

A friend of mine sent me this poem and it really helped. I hope it helps you too.

If it 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 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'll not want me to suffer so,
When the time comes to let me go.

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 has to decide this thing to do,
We've been so close, we two, these years,
Don't let your heart hold any tears.

eeyore2502

5 months on and we decided it was time to get another Springer not that he will ever replace Bruno.

boxerly

You can never replace a loved pet but can open your heart to another one.Your puppy is absolutely beautiful:)Wishing you many happy years together xxxxxxxx

aisher

Beautiful pup - I hope she brings you as much joy as your last pet.

eeyore2502

Thanks guys, we are very happy with him and he has seriously stolen our hearts.

Incheerocket

He is sooo gorgeous, :D lots of happy years for you together, and I'm sure you will always have a special place in your heart for Bruno, what have you called your new boy?

eeyore2502

Thanks, will never forget Bruno he was a great dog.

The name for the puppy caused a bit of trouble in the house as I wanted to call him Jovi as in Bon Jovi, as I'm a small bit of a fan but hubby wouldn't agree

In the end we went with Ozzie as his first morning with us was the Oz Ireland Rugby match. In so many ways the name is suiting him, think he has a split personality like Ozzie Osbourne, angel one minute and absolute devil the next but still love him to bits.

boxerly

Great name hehehe,Ive an Ozzie aswell

sparkle_23

Bruno was a beautiful dog OP, very sad reading this thread. :(

Your new dog is beautiful I wish you many years of happiness with him!:D

I have a Springer myself, he was 9 this year. He's still playful as ever but I dread the day when I see him showing his age.

Woofstuff

eeyore2502... im impressed bruno made it to 16... according to wikipedia average lifespan is 12-14...

my english springer is 8... he still goes on jogs with me... we have him on tablets for a hip thingy but he seems to be going grand.. he has another 8 to go to match bruno

eeyore2502

Thanks, the vet had been telling us for the last two years that he was living on borrowed time alright but he was still pretty ok and on regular check ups.

Hope you get another 8 years out of your lad. They are great dogs.

Graces7

All sympathy to all... One of the hardest things is that we outlive our pets.

Living in very isolated places so much has meant that we have nursed our pets to the end. In only one case did we regret that, and in others the regret was that we could not get the medication to end the pain ourselves. This worries me still as we tend not to use vets.

Not to have a complete stranger coming in. Collie hates strangers.