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Heartbroken I am currently agonizing over the heart breaking decision of putting my 12 yr old baby down. He is simply so sick and it is apparent that he is suffering. He has several different issues but has recently lost the ability to stand. He stands for a moment and then falls on his face or simply goes belly side up. My heart just breaks every time i see him or look into his eyes. I've never been faced with such a difficult decision. My last yorkie died of congestive heart failure and died in his sleep. I'm sure some of you have been in this predicament. How do you find the courage to say goodbye? |
O honey! How awful! I have no advice to offer, but I am sure you are doing whats best for him. I'm so sorry! (((hugs your way))) |
I'm so sorry you have to go through this. I always said my goodbyes at home and had my hubby take then in and hold them while they were put to sleep. In over 30 years we had three dogs put to sleep and it gets harder each time. They were all old and needed to be free from pain so that made it easier. In your heart you know it is best for your baby so you just make yourself do it..... |
You must find the courage by simply saying, I don't want my baby to suffer because of me. That's the only way IMO to get through this tragic time. I had a GS who was 17 and couldn't get up one day. We got him to the vet's in a sheet and was told it was kidney failure. We said goodbye and I held him kissing him. It was awful but you have to keep thinking of what is best for your baby. I hope you find the strength. Prayer's coming that you do. I'm so very sorry, Hugs, |
A little over a year ago I had to make this same decision for my cat ...Rebel. She was almost 18 years old and was failing fast. We knew at Christmas time that this would be her last with us, but i had no idea how fast she would fail right after the holiday. I agonized for quite a few days and called my vet to ask her opinion and she told me that I would absolutely know in my heart when it was time to let her go. For two days I watched her move so slowly and then go to sit in her chair. I thought to myself ... is it time now? I still did not know, but one day she walked over to her chair and then looked at me with a look in her eyes that distinctly told me everything I needed to know. It was very hard and very painful, but it was the best thing for Rebel and I was ever so grateful that we had a relationship where I could understand her needs. She was such a good friend and not a day goes by that I don't think of her. My advice is just to follow what your heart tells you ... Hugs to you..... :heart to |
I am so sorry. It never is easy even though we know we are doing the best for our babies. I always hold mine at the end. As hard as it is I want them to know I am there. I just had to put my 6 month old puppy to sleep in January and my heart broke so bad, but they will be healthy again and running free at the rainbow bridge. My heart goes out to you as you struggle with this decision. |
I always think about what they would do for me if it were reversed. They would want me to be free and happy. They would be by my side licking me until the last "until we meet again" had been said. As we love each other thru the years, we learn to speak from heart to heart and I always knew in my heart when their heart was ready. I ache for you b/c I know how heartbreaking it is. Hugs and prayers for comfort. And know you are not alone. Elizabeth Duncan and Piper |
I'm so sorry, what a horrible decision to have to make:( :girl_hug: |
I am so sorry! Words just can't express. Sometimes the right thing is the hardest thing to do. You will be in my thoughts. |
I'm so sorry that you have this decision to make. I will also pray you find the strength to do what is best for your baby! |
I know from experience this is a hard, hard decision to make. I am so sorry you are going through this. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your little one. Janice |
I am so sorry. I feel for you, as I too have been in that position. My prayers are with you |
Thanks so much for all your kind words and prayers. I know deep inside that its the right thing to do. It's just so very hard. Although he has been sick, in the last few days he has deteriorated immensely. I just took him outside and he couldn't even stand to pee. I will find the strength to take him tomorrow. I really have no choice. |
I was faced with this decision 2x within the last year for each of my 13 almost 14 year old cats. What was said to me was that, "it is an act of love for me to let them go and be at peace". It may not be of comfort to hear that but it is very true. All the love that your baby has given you over the years can be given back by letting him rest. Be assured that he knows how much you love him. I am so very sorry you are faced with this decision, it was 2 of the hardest ones that I have ever made. Hugs and prayers. |
We had to put down our 5 yo cat due to kidney failure, and it was one of the hardest things I have ever done. I know someday that I may have to make that decision again, and it won't be easy. My heart breaks for you. All I can say is that no matter how hard it is and how much we suffer, I know we love them enough to not allow them to suffer. They gave us so much in their short lifetime. Hugs to you. |
I am so sorry you are having to go through this, I am in the same with my peanut, but for now he is not in pain, I also had to make the discission on my Tucker 4 years ago with LS, but he was in so much pain, that it did make it easier, cause I knew it was the right thing to do, I loved him so much, my heart goes out to you, but if he is in pain it is the most love you can show them by doing it, its hard, I will not lie to you, but just remember all the good times you have had with him, big hugs to you and I will pray for you.:( |
How awful! I feel so sorry for you and your sweet one. My prayers are with you and him:( |
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I am so sorry you have to make the most difficult decision. I am almost crying here at my office. (plz don't tell my boss!!) I pray for you for the strength and hope you will find peace within you. You will make the right decision for your baby. I just don't know how to comfort you but can only pray for you. |
I am so sorry you're faced with this difficult decision. I've found it helpful to really focus on the quality of life they have at this very moment and then to realize how much they're loved. It's almost like your last gift to them. A peaceful death surrounded by those that loved him. |
I know you are all right... And as much as it hurts, I must put my own feelings aside. He is my special boy. I saved him from a pet store (before i knew where those puppies came from). My 11 yr old yorkie had just died and I was absolutely devastated. I went into the pet store and he chose me! he was completely irresistible and so darn cute. I had to buy him. He has been my little boy since and I will miss him more than words can say:( |
Oh my dear, I am in tears for you. I had to make this decision a few years back with my Ginger (my God, it has been SEVEN years!) and it still brings me to tears to think about it. She was 15 years old and my very best friend. She got me thru a VERY painful divorce and kept me going when I didn't ever want to wake up again. I knew if she loved me that much, I had to love her just as much and let her go. I saw it in her eyes as she struggled to breathe and knew I had to help her be free from pain. Even as she gasped at every breathe, she was trying to kiss me. Where can anyone ever find a love like that? You will KNOW.... and your baby will know how much you loved him. Hugs Sonya |
Oh, I'm crying too! We've been through this also. Hugs to you! All dogs go to heaven - where they're waiting on us!!! |
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4 Attachment(s) Thank you all for your support. I thought you might like to see a picture of Rocky this past halloween. Unlike Chelsea, he loved to show off his bumble bee costume. |
Rocky is so cute, I know your heart is breaking right now. You are in my prayers. |
I'm sorry you're going through this. It's a hard decision to make. We're going through the same thing with my cat. She's 17 and been around me since I was 3 years old. I spent most of the night last night crying. It's really hard, but if he's suffering, it's the right thing to do. Give him lots of TLC, let him eat his favorite table scraps, and do all of his favorite things with him. He'll let you know when he's ready and even though it will be hard for you now, it will get better with time. |
I am so sorry! There is nothing I can say to make it any easier. I had my persian cat put down in Dec. and another cat put down today. I just want you to know I feel your heartache and I know how difficult it is. The one thing that has helped me get through is knowing that they are no longer suffering! Our babies are so precious to us and have brought us so much joy in their lifetimes. I know you are a good mommy and they know it too! You are in my prayers!!!! |
Bless your heart! I wish there was something I could say to make it better but I am sure your baby has been loved and had a wonderful life because of you. |
i'm so sorry :( I can\'t imagine how hard it is to have to make that decision. I know we all wil have to face that one day unfortunately. Our babies just aren\'t here long enough :( Hugs to you |
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