Unwell Dog

kylith

Frigga_92 wrote: »

Kylith very sorry to read this
What age is Tegan?

She's at least 10.

DBB wrote: »

That's so sad Kylith. Can the discomfort be managed?

She's doped up to the eyeballs at the moment.

I think the best thing I can do now is to let her go with dignity and without pain. I just don't think that the odds are good enough and if I put her through the surgery it would be for me.

DBB

Was your vet able to give any thoughts on whether it's her liver or spleen?
My old GSD grew a huge mass in her liver, it happened so, so quickly, as liver growths apparently tend to.
It's a terrible shock. Life can be so bloody cruel sometimes

borderlinemeath

I don't know what to say Kylith. I would always think "what if it's not malignant?" but then is it worth putting her through really invasive surgery?

mymo

So sorry kylith, that's awful, poor teegan.
My dogs best friend had similar last year, fine one day, so sick the next. It's an awful descision to have to make, but you know what's right.
Thoughts are with you tonight.xx

kylith

borderlinemeath wrote: »

I don't know what to say Kylith. I would always think "what if it's not malignant?" but then is it worth putting her through really invasive surgery?

That's what I'm thinking, but then, what if it is malignant? They'd put her down on the operating table and I wouldn't be able to be with her. I don't want her stressed in the vets, surrounded by strangers, and to not have me with her.

Frigga_92

It's a tough decision Kylith. I see what you're saying, if you say goodbye now, you get a proper goodbye.
Does the decision have to be made immediately or would dragging it out for a day or two to think about it see her suffering immensely?

muddypaws

I'm so sorry Kylith. My thoughts are with you, the love you have for your dogs always shines through in your posts, whatever you do, the decision will be made with love, and Tegan's best interests. Take care.

VickieVexed

Kylith, I've been following this thread, hoping for good news for you and Tegan. I'm so very sorry you have to make these decisions, a nightmare for any parent of a fur baby.
Everybody here understands what you're going through...that's all I can say. And again, how very sorry I was to read this latest news.
Hugs.

aonb

Horrendous for your Kylith
Poor Tegan
What is the vet recommending?
Is she an 'old' 10 year old?
If you have her PTS, will you feel she should have had the surgery and take her chances, afterwards?
I would hate to be in your shoes having this decision, but all that matters is her pain/comfort and you will make the right decision for her no matter what.
Sending you hugs and animal-lover-sympathies you poor thing xxxxxxx

MrWalsh

Kylith, I feel so sorry for you.

Can I just say that you are really wonderful to be considering that you might only be doing invasive surgeries for you and not her.

So many of us take on the responsibility of a pet but the true responsibility comes when its time to decide to let our friend go with dignity.

Whatever you decide, you will have done your best for her. Maybe sleep on it and see what tomorrow brings.

tk123

Poor Tegan I can't believe it - I really expected a post this morning saying she was fine and had you worrying over nothing! If it was one of mine I'd have to know if it was malignant or not and that I'd given them a chance. Has your vet giving any indication of what they think you should do - mine usually does so makes things easier. Worst case would they let her come home with you so you can say your goodbyes or terrible as it sounds would it be easier to let her go while she was under?

A friend lost a dog to bloat a couple of years ago - he knew what it was and got her to the vet but at that stage they vet said they could operate but there was only a 40% chance of it being successful- he regretted not giving her a chance and was heartbroken over it Another one of their dogs had a huge tumour removed and went with the surgery - they didn't think she'd be coming home and spent the evening with her saying their goodbyes and spoiling, terrified to call the vets and ask about her etc but the operation was a success.

andreac

God such sad news but maybe give her a chance and see how you get on. It's not an easy decision to make.

Hope whatever you decide it won't be too hard on you. Keep strong.

kylith

tk123 wrote: »

Poor Tegan I can't believe it - I really expected a post this morning saying she was fine and had you worrying over nothing!

So did I. For the last 36 hours I expected her to have a massive poo and be grand. When I left her in for tests today I expected a phone call telling me she'd swallowed something.

tk123 wrote: »

If it was one of mine I'd have to know if it was malignant or not and that I'd given them a chance. Has your vet giving any indication of what they think you should do - mine usually does so makes things easier.

I know what you mean and I guess that I'll have to live with wondering if I did the right thing. The vet told me that when he saw me come in with her yesterday he thought I was there to get her euthanised there and then, she looked so bad.

tk123 wrote: »

Worst case would they let her come home with you so you can say your goodbyes or terrible as it sounds would it be easier to let her go while she was under?

She's home with me now to spend one more night on the sofa.

I honestly don't think she's strong enough for surgery; she can barely stand, she can't walk, she hasn't been able to eat since yesterday morning, she's incontinent, she hasn't pooped in days, and her eyes are just so resigned that she doesn't seem there any more.

Maybe I'm wrong. Maybe I'm doing the wrong thing. Maybe she could be ok. But maybe she wouldn't. Maybe I'd put her through a surgery and she'd get an extra few months. Maybe her last hours would be spent in a vet's waiting room stressed and afraid and alone.

Cherry Blossom

Poor Tegan, and poor you OP. Such a tough decision to have to make. My thoughts are with you tonight.

Dubl07

Only you are with her and able to use that second sense some of us are lucky enough to develop as we bond with an animal. I'm so sorry. Thinking of you both.

boomerang

Another person here who's been through it. My heart goes out to you and thinking of you both tonight.

edward2222

kylith wrote: »

She's now panting quite a bit and acting like she's trying to get something out of her throat, not retching but chomping if you know what I mean. She's definitely uncomfortable but I don't think she's in pain. She's drank a little bit but still hasn't passed anything.

My dog also experience this, but we don't know how to help her,
if you see your dog always like that for 3 days, go to vet. immediately.

I didn't go to vet when my dog is in that state. I dont want you to
experience what I experienced.

cocker5

kylith,

Was thinking about you and your dog all night, I hope your both doing ok

I cannot even imagine how you must be feeling right now, but whatever decision you make it will be the right one and the best one for your dog

Be strong.. Take care of yourself

Your dog is very lucky to have such a good and caring owner and I'n sure she's knows that.

Xxx

tk123

Thinking of you this morning kylith. You know her best and know the best decision to make.

sdp

Your in our thoughts, and know that your decision will be the right one,

Tranceypoo

Oh my goodness, this is heartbreaking. So sad for you both Kylith.

angeldaisy

My thoughts and prayers are with you today

SillyMangoX

My thoughts are with you today, can't imagine what you're going through right now xx

Zapperzy

So sad to read this thread kylith, honestly thought it would have a better outcome. I was in a similar situation a few months ago and it was honestly the toughest decision iv ever made. I took some small bit of comfort knowing that it ended her suffering and she passed away with her head buried in my hands instead of alone and in pain. It's a small thing but it helps.

My thoughts are with you today

bluecherry74

Really sad to read this kylith. Like others, I saw the thread the other day and was hoping everything would be alright. Poor Tegan.

OldNotWIse

Sorry Kylith

It's a horrible situation to be in and only you can know what the right decision is. I was in a similar situation a number of years back and we made a decision to go down the PTS route. We had the sedatives ready to give her at home, and the vet called to say he would be in our house two hours after. At the last second, I put my own needs before hers and couldn't do it. She lived for a further six weeks with no quality of life before going herself and I have never forgiven myself for doing that to her. If you do decide to go down the PTS road, don't be hard on yourself - sometimes it's the braver thing

toadfly

So so sorry to hear this Kylith, I'm heartbroken for you. We all understand how difficult this is for you. Mind yourself and if you need to chat, we're all here xx

kylith

Thanks for your kind words everyone. Tegan passed in the vet's at lunchtime. It took longer for the sedative to take effect than it should have because her abdomen was so swollen she couldn't lie down. She went very quickly and with no pain or struggle once the needle was in. We wrapped her in her blanket and have buried her in the back garden.

tk123

RIP Tegan. Sorry for your loss kylith

Stheno

Very sorry to read this kylith.

Take care of yourself at this time