Our old man 2-bits
 

I have said in several threads that we have a large mixed breed dog that is 15 1/2yrs old. We have known that the day was coming that we would have to make that "oh so hard" decision. Before Christmas,we told our family that they needed to try to prepare their hearts for the inevatable. It has been so hard to watch the big guy (70lbs in his youth) to become a mere 50lbs,not wanting to eat,not wanting to walk because it hurts,not able to really see us,not able to play. He is beginning to have kidney failure and Saturday he had a nose bleed. So tomarrow is the day. The people at our vets office are so kind and loving. There will be noone else there but us and the staff. I already gave them his information and they told me to not try to pay when we left,to take care of that when I felt I could come back.
I said that we would not do this until I looked in his eyes and he let me know that it was time. I made that apt. last Friday,our entire family was here Sunday and each of the children got to have a moment with him. He has had a truely ruff weekend.

I need a hug!! Im having a tuff time being strong for my 16yr old.DD,2-bits has been here almost her entire life. He has been here half of our marriage. My husband named him 2-bits because he said that was all he was worth. 2-bits comforted my son (now 18) every 2hrs for 2yrs when he was so sick and had to be still for breathing treatments,he kept my DD (now 16) from escaping the house and yard when she was 2 and 3,he has guarded my house and been my alarm system,he has inspected every worker that has ever come to my house and even followed them around if he didnt trust them around his mommie. He pottie trained the 3 poodle puppys that I brought home 10yrs ago and allowed them to crawl on him and chew on him. There will NEVER be another dog and friend like 2-bits.

Sending a big hug your way. I'm so sorry you are facing this decision. Last June I went thru this with my Sammy and it is so hard. Like you, my vets office was wonderful, kind and caring. The girls there were crying with me. I will be thinking of you tomorrow. I know how difficult this is.

:cry::hug:I know, we've been exactly where you are right now. My heart is bleeding for you and I'm in tears. But you know it's the right thing to do - and you're being brave and wonderful enough to do it. I wish you strength - and ultimately peace, for you all. You'll be in my prayers tonight. Stay strong. Sally x

awww very sorry you have to make that decision. it is always harder on the heart. just hold on to all those memories and he will always be with you in spirit and running pain free in his new world.

{{{Hugs}}} I know how hard this is.

Sorry the time has come, it's not an easy decision to have to make.Sending hugs your way....

Im sorry My thoughts and prayers will be with you tomorrow. Tonight I would make him a dinner to remember and have some special time with him. I hope you find peace in knowing hes not in pain or discomfort anymore. God bless

You have my deepest sympathy. It's one of the toughest things on earth to do. Having been through that I know how your heart aches. Big hugs to you:rose40:Prayers for your family and 2-bits.

Keeping 2-bits, you and your family in my prayers.

So sorry sending prayers your way :(.

sending you a big hug it will not be a good day that is for sure It is so hard to say goodbye but he will be waiting for you on the other side. sending prayers

Final act of love we give to our best friends....I know it's so hard. Let your comfort in knowing that you are making the right decision for 2-bits be your guide to help your children get through it. Sending (hugs) to your whole family.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Sharing your thoughts my friend. I am saying prayers for you, your family and your faithful Two Bits. You are doing the right thing.
Hugs and Love to you and yours, Teresa and the Just Right Yorkies

You know you have hugs from me. I've been there and I know the pain involved. It's the hardest thing to go through ever. Please know I'll be thinking about you during this time.:(