It is one of the hardest decisions to make. One of my little buddies lived to be 15 years old and was losing his love of life. I thought that because he was still alive and able to walk that he was OK but my family finally got through to me that he was not enjoying his life anymore and it was true. I think he stuck around for my sake but in reality was really suffering.
When dogs get older parts of the body start to shut down and they are no longer able to do the things they once enjoyed. They are dedicated to us above all else but I finally admitted it was really selfish for me to allow him to continue to go piece by piece. We had him put down peacefully and I now wish I had consented to it sooner. I wish I had put him and how HE felt first.
This is something that you have to confront for yourself and decide what is best for him. I hope you are able to come to the decision that is best for your friend. |