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06-14-2012, 11:00 AM | #16 |
Donating YT 10K Club Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Alabama
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| I am so very sorry to hear about "where you are" with your precious Coco. It sounds like you have been incredible Boxer parents and she has had a long and happy life. This is my own personal experience with Boo the Boxer - we lost her last June 29th at the ripe old age of 15 years 2 months. She was a real trooper to the very end. For the last 5+ years of her life she suffered from a condition called Boxer cardiomyopathy and took two different medications to help regulate her heart. Each time I took her to the vet I would ask Dr. Amy "Is it time?" and each time Dr. Amy would respond "Listen to Boo and she will tell you." As usual, Dr. Amy was right. When the time came to say goodbye, we knew it - there was no doubt and no regrets, only the heart wrenching pain of saying goodbye. When the time comes you might consider asking your vet to come to your home to ease her way to the Rainbow Bridge. That way her last few moments with you will be without stress. I know how important it was to our family to share those last few moments with Boo. Ron held her in his arms and I held her paw as she gently went to sleep. Again, I cannot tell you how sorry I am for your present pain. Boxers have a very special place in my heart - please give your Coco a hug from me. |
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06-14-2012, 11:16 AM | #17 | |
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__________________ Morgan Mommy toGeorgie boy & Isaiah RIP sweet Coco 10/12/99-8/1/12 Read About Georgie's Experience with Atlantoaxial Instability (AAI) Here! | |
06-14-2012, 11:17 AM | #18 |
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__________________ Morgan Mommy toGeorgie boy & Isaiah RIP sweet Coco 10/12/99-8/1/12 Read About Georgie's Experience with Atlantoaxial Instability (AAI) Here! |
06-14-2012, 11:34 AM | #19 | |
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As for Boo, we knew it was time when she quit eating - we were able to manage her "old age" aches and pains and her heart, but we accepted her request to be let go when she quit eating. I was in the hospital recovering from major surgery the first day she quit eating and hubby waited until I came home (the next day) so I could say goodbye. This is a question that only your family can answer with help from your vet. I wish I could be of more help. Please post pics of your precious Coco. | |
06-14-2012, 11:42 AM | #20 |
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| I am very sorry your family has to make a decision such as this one. If your dog continues to decline in he health and is obviously suffering, I would have a family meetng with your husband and son present, discuss the issue openly and honestly and allow your son to express his feelings regarding the dog and in his own words. Allow how to talk about it, and then comfort him if he breaks down or becomes very emotional, explain the best way you can in regards of your dogs illness, and which way to proceed. Allow him to be part of the process, I think that when time comes it will be easier on your son if you include him, I do not know how old your son is, but do know children can have incredible insight from their own perspective. I have a adult autistic son with intellectual delays, he will soon turn 19, and is about on a 8 yr old level. We experienced a loss when a elderly woman died, that was my brother granmother, only 3 days later their beloved dog died. I assisted them in getting their dog and found her on craigslist for them to adopt around 5-6 yrs ago, the dog was already about 7 yrs old. My son on his own , told me that the dog is in heaven with Ivy, the name of grandma, and that is why she died too, so she could be with Ivy. It was very touching. Ivy husband was having a very tough time losin his wife then dog, so a couple weeks later adopted a dog from the animal shelter. They came to me asking for assistance , and I suggested go to the animal shelter in town. He came home with a small brown dog, that he absolutely loves. If your ailing dog is not in pain , but her quality of life has diminished so much she is unable to function anymore, such as use the bathroom on her own, and clearly suffering, then I would consider letting her go and rest in peace. That is only my opinion.
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06-14-2012, 12:00 PM | #21 | |
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I am glad that you got to spend 15 years great years with Boo. I tell my husband all the time that we need to focus on what a great life she has had and how much she has enriched ours. She has truly been the best furgirl we could have asked for. I posted a few pics of Coco aka Sissy Girl #1 she was 3 #2 she was 7 and being viciously attacked by her Yorkie brother #3 she was 10 and wearing her cool shades #4 she was 11
__________________ Morgan Mommy toGeorgie boy & Isaiah RIP sweet Coco 10/12/99-8/1/12 Read About Georgie's Experience with Atlantoaxial Instability (AAI) Here! | |
06-14-2012, 12:59 PM | #22 |
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| Aw sweetie I am sorry you are going through this right now. I know it is so hard to deal with. I would def talk to your Vet and see what he thinks is the right choice for her, then take what he gives you and listen to your heart- That is all you can do. Bless little Coco, poor sweet baby, I will be sending prayers and good thoughts to you and your Family. Hang in there- ((hugs))
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06-14-2012, 03:12 PM | #23 | |
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__________________ Morgan Mommy toGeorgie boy & Isaiah RIP sweet Coco 10/12/99-8/1/12 Read About Georgie's Experience with Atlantoaxial Instability (AAI) Here! | |
06-14-2012, 03:32 PM | #24 |
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| I am sorry. I know it is hard. Just reading the post , from you and from others I want to cry. I love my guys and I know one day I will have the same decision.. I did have a little girl die on me, the vet said I should put her down as there wasn't any chance of recovery. I took her home with the hope but the night before I was to take her back she pasted in my arms. Her final gift to me was that I did not have to make the decision. I cried. I do know in my heart I would have made the right decision.. for her .. and I know you will when the time comes. I send you hugs and pray for peace.
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06-14-2012, 03:47 PM | #25 |
♥Love My 3 Furrbutts♥ Donating Member | I'm heartbroken reading this. I've never gone through this although I know I will one day. I cant offer any advice only support. You will make whatever decision your heart tells you in what is best for Coco. She had a good life with a family that loves her always. Take comfort in that. I will pray for peace for you and your family. (HUGGZZ). Jacqui
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06-18-2012, 12:56 PM | #26 | ||
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06-18-2012, 12:59 PM | #27 | |
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06-18-2012, 01:05 PM | #28 |
♥Love My 3 Furrbutts♥ Donating Member | wonderful news!! I'm soo happy to read this, I will continue to pray for your family and Coco....please keep us posted. God Bless all of you. Jacqui(huggzz)
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06-19-2012, 05:35 AM | #29 |
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| What a beautiful post. My heart is with you since I had to make a decision myself so much like your baby. My Vet told me I would know when it was time. He said he couldn't tell me how I would know but I would. That day came and I never had regrets for it being the time. Although I had pain and tears but felt I did the right thing for my furbaby. Good luck with your decision. Prayers and hugs for you and your hubby for the decision you make. |
06-20-2012, 03:57 AM | #30 |
YT 2000 Club Donating Member | I am so happy to hear Coco is back to wagging again.
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