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My little Maltese suffered from dementia and was deaf and blind. I let him go on like this for about two years. He would pace and pace in circles all day; defecate in the house; then pace in it. He did not know we were home unless we actually touched him. I still feel guilt but I know that he had no quality of life at all. When I boarded him at his Vet's office for a few days - they told me he could not come back. This is when I knew - he was too far gone. Even his trusted vet's office could not take care of him anymore. I don't know what to tell you - only that quality of life does matter, I believe. Hopefully, your vet will be able to give your some guidance. |
I have to agree about quality of life. Once it gets to the point where our fur babies are suffering we need to do the humane thing to end the suffering. This even though our suffering intensifies with their loss. A difficult decision - my thoughts are with you... |
Tomorrows the big day! Please say your prayers for my little girl. |
Will be remembering Cassie tomorrow and praying. |
I will be thinking about you tomorrow and hope that all goes well. :hug: |
my heart goes out to you. I had to put my male jrt bailey to sleep in march due to aggressive cancer. I had to put my female Lab to sleep the year before. It is a heatbreaking decision to make. I still cry and miss both of my dogs.:animal-pa |
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Just checking to see how little Cassie is doing. Cassie and you (Lou) are in my thoughts. |
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Well yesterday's surgery went off without a hitch and Cassie came out of the anesthesia quickly and with no problems. She was given pain meds which helped her doze off. That was all I knew yesterday. I called this morning to make sure she was still OK and I could still pick her up after work. She is sleeping a lot and not eating but will take a drink of water from time to time. She has been outside to pee - successfully. She is not eating but that was expected. We have always had trouble keeping weight on her - any little upset will effect her appetite. I suspect that when I get her home tonight she will eat out of my hand but I don't expect she will go to the food for a few days. The vet even commented on how shy she is. (Damned puppy mills!) You know, I dread looking at her for the first time. I know I will start crying. I love that little girl so much it is going to be hard seeing her like that. I just have to keep reminding myself that she couldn't see out of that eye anyway and once the surgery heals she will be out of pain. Thanks for the YT prayers and concern. Hugs to you all! L |
Glad to hear she is out of surgery and on the recovery path. I think when she heals from this initial surgical wound, she will be feeling so much better when out of that glaucoma pain. I think you have done a wonderful thing to try to give her a better quality of life. You are such a good mommy. We will keep little Cassie and her mommy in our prayers as the two of you face these next days of recovery. |
oh Lou I hope she improves and you have many more years to love on her. I am just now reading the thread and I have tears on my face... I am sending hug and prayers your way. take care Shinja |
Well, I've never read the Brothers and Sisters area before, but since Gemy's post I decided to read through. My goodness, my heart hurts for you! I hope all is still well today. I'd best remember to read this section when I'm feeling strong. :( YT love to you, Jen |
I'm so glad to hear the surgery went so well. :) I know seeing her is going to be hard, but you need to stay strong for her. Like you said, her pain will be gone and she'll be feeling much better soon - try to focus on that when you see her. Give her some gentle huggins for me. |
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Praying that sweet little girl has a quick recovery & God Bless You for taking her in & Loving her so much. |
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