I have a 13 year old schnauzer who has very bad arthritis. Just last month I asked the vet how will I know when his time is up. He said to watch his quality of life. If he looks like he is enjoying the family and his life - even though most of it is spent laying in the bed in the middle of the den - then he is not ready. But when he appears to not be enjoying his life because of the pain or lack of mobility - then it is time. I know I will have just as hard a time as you - it is not something I can think about very much.
I'm so sorry that you have to go through this. <<<<< HUGS >>>>>
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