Need some prayers for my dog

shoegal68 Posted: Jul 30, 2008 09:17 PM

Need some prayers for my dog

Our yorkie doesn't seem to be doing well these days. he has been walking around in circles alot. we took him to the vet & he said he has vertigo & nothing really he can do about it because he is 16 yrs old. he could have a brain tumor but the tests would be alot of money & even if it is a tumor they couldn't do anything about it because of his age. My DH has had him for 16 yrs & we all moved in together 2 years ago. he doesn't seem himself. doesn't even seem like a dog. its like he is in a shell. My MIL thinks we should put him down because he seems to be suffering. My DH says he isn't ready too & i really don't want to bring it up. He has been with DH through alot of tough times. Even though i have had only 2 yrs. it breaks my heart to know he wouldn't be around. I love to death & would do anything for him. i can't stand to see him like this. My MIL doens't think i should bring this up to DH. Honestly i don't think he would agree to put him down. i don't even know who makes that decision. i never had a dog before. i would luv to have around forever but i also don't want to see him suffer. i tried to even convince myself that he is alright. I thought as long as he has an appetite he is fine.

sorry if i am rambling on, i have been crying most of the night. pets really do become part of the family.

DH is sleeping & waking up to go to work soon

Please say prayers that we make the right decision & hoping that my doggie isn't suffering

Danielle623 Posted: Jul 30, 2008 09:19 PM

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I'm a dog owner and I can't imagine what you must be going through right now. I will say a prayer for you.

MikeandJess Posted: Jul 30, 2008 09:19 PM

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I know what you mean about pets being part of the family. It's so sad to see them suffer. for your dog

debismom Posted: Jul 30, 2008 09:21 PM

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Praying, Sandy!!!!! Mary MOB

shoegal68 Posted: Jul 30, 2008 09:23 PM

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thank you ladies

Mrs A in May Posted: Jul 30, 2008 09:36 PM

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OMG, that's so sad! It's not going to be an easy decision.

Toucan311 Posted: Jul 30, 2008 09:42 PM

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I have been in your position and it is awful Just remember to do what is best and humaine for your doggie, and not what makes you feel better. I kept my dog around for weeks when she was clearly suffering and I've always regretted it Its an awful decision, and I hope you make peace with yourself when you haave to make it

del Rio Posted: Jul 30, 2008 09:43 PM

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femmes Posted: Jul 30, 2008 09:45 PM

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im so sorry, it breaks my heart to hear. Ill say a prayer...

shoegal68 Posted: Jul 30, 2008 09:45 PM

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Posted by Mimacat

I have been in your position and it is awful Just remember to do what is best and humaine for your doggie, and not what makes you feel better. I kept my dog around for weeks when she was clearly suffering and I've always regretted it Its an awful decision, and I hope you make peace with yourself when you haave to make it

you are absolutely right. thank you

i just can't stop crying i don't want DH to see me like this..

thank you all for your prayers

mrspalomino148 Posted: Jul 30, 2008 09:49 PM

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I am soo sorry, this was seriously one of the hardest things I went through when my family doggy had a tumor in this throat and we had to end up putting him down, so I totally feel for you and Dh! I hope your pup gets better!

chrissybean77 Posted: Jul 30, 2008 10:31 PM

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I'm so sorry you are going through this. I know how hard it is to make a decision like this one. You are right pets do become family members and it is so difficult to let them go. My heart goes out to you

hb123 Posted: Jul 30, 2008 10:42 PM

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I'm sorry!

Gigi08 Posted: Jul 30, 2008 10:59 PM

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I couldn't even finish reading your post...it breaks my heart. You just don't want him to suffer. I understand how you feel, having grown up myself with dogs and cats. I'll say a prayer for you.

bluekat16 Posted: Jul 30, 2008 11:01 PM

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It's sooo hard to make these decisions because our dogs are part of the family.

Cutechef729 Posted: Jul 30, 2008 11:03 PM

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Awe I'm so sorry to hear this!!!!

Rosa29 Posted: Jul 30, 2008 11:21 PM

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OMG so sorry..I have a an 8 year old chihuahua and he is my number 1 and in my eyes he is my baby and he knows me as his Mamma! I am so sorry I will pray to St. Francis (He is known as the patron saint of animals).

chrispar Posted: Jul 30, 2008 11:28 PM

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I am so sorry to hear this. I will keep him in my prayers

emomma17 Posted: Jul 31, 2008 07:23 AM

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Just reading your post brought me to tears. I am so sorry....we have a dog and i don't know what I would do if this happened to him. I hope you both can come to the best decision for the dog.

KiTTeN0819 Posted: Jul 31, 2008 07:32 AM

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I'm so sorry you are going through this. In January I had to make the decision to put our family dog down and it was very very rough. I think i cried on and off for 2 weeks. As much as we didnt want her to go it was best for her. She couldnt walk anymore, wouldnt eat anymore and she just gave me this look like 'im tired please help me'. Youll know when its time. If the dog is acting like a shell of its former self, and hes just walking in circles the time might be now. 16yrs is a good life for any dog. You dont want those good years over shadowed by months of suffering right? Did the vet have any recommendations? I believe by law they cannot tell you what to do. They can only suggest options.