my dog was put down today - YorkieTalk.com Forums

michski · 11-05-2008, 02:37 AM

Hello i would just like to thank you all, i have 2 yorkshire terriers that are 11, one of the has been very ill for the last two days with server coughing and problems breathing after reading on here about the collapsed tracheal me and my mum called the emergency vet, he was taken in and they said that his lungs had collapsed and that he would need to be put down, she gave him some injections and we were allowed to bring him home for the evening to say goodbye to his brother and our family, he was very ill throughout the night and we took him this morning to say our goodbyes, he went very quickly and im glad hes out of pain however he is dearly missed, im very worried and concerned about my other dogs welfare, have you got any tips about what we should do as he's now on his own and may find this difficult?
thanks again for all your help on here, if it wasnt for this website he may of suffered alot longer then he already had thanks.

Luckys Momma · 11-05-2008, 03:06 AM

omg I am so sorry for your loss. I can't imagine. I am sure you have lots of precious memories. Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Lucia · 11-05-2008, 03:20 AM

Oh I'm so sorry to hear about your loss

I'm not great with advice I'm afraid, but hopefully someone here will be able to give u some hints on how to help your other little one to adjust to the loss of his brother. It takes a great deal of love and compassion to come to the decision to put a much-loved pet to sleep - you did the right thing. Am thinking of u xxx xxx xxx

IluvLucy · 11-05-2008, 04:23 AM

I am so sorry for your loss.

bchgirl · 11-05-2008, 04:37 AM

I am so very sorry for your loss. It's is just heartbreaking for both you and the fur friend he left behind. I don't have any real advice on helping the other....but I would lavious lots of extra attention on him now.

Take care....

michski · 11-05-2008, 05:52 AM

thankyou so much for all your support, its very comforting to know that we made the right decision, its so very hard to see anyone or anything die, i would do anything to get him back, but to know that he is at peace now and not in pain is so much better than him suffering here. i will continue to comfort my dog and lavish him with attention, the vet did say that it will take around about a month for my other dog to start acting normal again, he keeps walking around looking for him and when we took him for a walk he didnt get very excited which is extremely strange, but hopefully he will get better thanks to all of you again.

Patti · 11-05-2008, 05:55 AM

I am so sorry for your loss.

minngirl79 · 11-05-2008, 08:42 AM

How very sad. I am so sorry for your loss.

chachi · 11-05-2008, 08:44 AM

I am so sorry for your loss

Ichabob · 11-05-2008, 08:59 AM

sorry for your lost

Ivy Lucille · 11-05-2008, 09:03 AM

Aw, it's so sad to think of your pup that is left behind wondering where his buddy is. I am so sorry for your loss-a very difficult one.

143julz · 11-05-2008, 09:24 AM

Sorry for your loss. I feel for you and your other furbaby, i can't imagine what it's like on them as its so painful for us. Give em lots of attention like someone suggested maybe just keeping him occupied and his mind busy will be best....

bettyeanne · 11-05-2008, 09:52 AM

I am so terribly sorry for your loss. I don't know what to do to comfort your remaining baby, just the suggestions already made. God bless you.

littlelady · 11-05-2008, 10:01 AM

I am sorry for your loss and the decision you had to make. I have a sick Yorkie we are nursing he has a liver problem, stable at present. Last year my male was hit by a car and my female kept going to the area where my son had his body in the front room. It took her awhile. WE all are so attentive to the dogs so that helped. She kept looking all over the place for were he could be.
We had a blessing out of the loss, my female had been impregnated so she whelped her pups 15 days after Buddy had been hit by the car.
That kept her busy. WE didn't really know for sure she was pregnant until about 1 week after we lost buddy. She wasn't showing any signs. The wegiht gain seemed to come on all at once.
I still miss buddy he was wonderful.

HillbillyBelle · 11-05-2008, 10:17 AM

I am so sorry for your loss. I had the same thing happen a few years ago and my little guy, Jesse, was the heart of my heart. He too was sick all night and I prayed that he would go to Rainbow Bridge on his own, but that was not to be. I am happy that I could make the decision to grant him peace and freedom from his earthly pain.
I know how badly it hurts but you made the right decision. Heartbreak can be part of giving our hearts to these Yorkies but it is worth it. Pay special attention to your remaining little guy and give him the time he needs to grieve. Watch his food and fluid intake, and at times, you might find that he needs to be distracted with a special treat or toy. It will take time for him to get used to being by himself and you might be advised to go out and get another Yorkie right away. That is a decision only you can make.
Give yourselves time to grieve and do not try to hide your feelings. Some might say "He was only a dog!" Shame on them!!! He was a beloved family member and must be grieved for as such. So, seek out people who understand your loss and grief. Don't be surprised if you "feel" him near you. Don't be surprised if you "hear" his little footsteps at the oddest times. That is a part of the loss process. One of my dogs would stand and stare as if he SAW someone or something and I am convinced he was actually seeing Jesse's spirit.
These animals are amazing and your boy will be such a help in getting thru this.
Prayers are being sent your way for peace in your heart as you grieve for your loss.

11-05-2008, 02:37 AM	#1
michski Yorkie Talker Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: essex,united kingdom Posts: 10	my dog was put down today Hello i would just like to thank you all, i have 2 yorkshire terriers that are 11, one of the has been very ill for the last two days with server coughing and problems breathing after reading on here about the collapsed tracheal me and my mum called the emergency vet, he was taken in and they said that his lungs had collapsed and that he would need to be put down, she gave him some injections and we were allowed to bring him home for the evening to say goodbye to his brother and our family, he was very ill throughout the night and we took him this morning to say our goodbyes, he went very quickly and im glad hes out of pain however he is dearly missed, im very worried and concerned about my other dogs welfare, have you got any tips about what we should do as he's now on his own and may find this difficult? thanks again for all your help on here, if it wasnt for this website he may of suffered alot longer then he already had thanks.

11-05-2008, 03:06 AM	#2
Luckys Momma His ♥beat at my feet Donating Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: WV Posts: 537	omg I am so sorry for your loss. I can't imagine. I am sure you have lots of precious memories. Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers. __________________ Lucky Member of the Sweetheart Club

11-05-2008, 03:20 AM	#3
Lucia Twinkle & Wicket's Mum Donating Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Kent, England Posts: 2,197	Oh I'm so sorry to hear about your loss I'm not great with advice I'm afraid, but hopefully someone here will be able to give u some hints on how to help your other little one to adjust to the loss of his brother. It takes a great deal of love and compassion to come to the decision to put a much-loved pet to sleep - you did the right thing. Am thinking of u xxx xxx xxx __________________ Love from Claire (Me!) mummy to skindaughters Mia and Lucia, furdaughter Twinkleand fursons Wicket and Ozzy 'Treat stressful situations like a dog; pee on them then walk away.'

11-05-2008, 04:23 AM	#4
IluvLucy Lovin' Lucy & Rebel Donating Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Georgia Posts: 4,438	I am so sorry for your loss. __________________ Kim , Rebel ,and baby Dixie RIP my sweet Lucy

11-05-2008, 04:37 AM	#5
bchgirl Donating YT 10K Club Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: at da beach Posts: 15,444 Blog Entries: 2	I am so very sorry for your loss. It's is just heartbreaking for both you and the fur friend he left behind. I don't have any real advice on helping the other....but I would lavious lots of extra attention on him now. Take care.... __________________ Deb, Reese, Reggie, Frazier, Libby, Sidney, & Bodie Trace & Ramsey who watch over us www.biewersbythebay.com

11-05-2008, 05:52 AM	#6
michski Yorkie Talker Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: essex,united kingdom Posts: 10	thankyou so much for all your support, its very comforting to know that we made the right decision, its so very hard to see anyone or anything die, i would do anything to get him back, but to know that he is at peace now and not in pain is so much better than him suffering here. i will continue to comfort my dog and lavish him with attention, the vet did say that it will take around about a month for my other dog to start acting normal again, he keeps walking around looking for him and when we took him for a walk he didnt get very excited which is extremely strange, but hopefully he will get better thanks to all of you again.

11-05-2008, 05:55 AM	#7
Patti Donating YT 30K Club Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Illinois Posts: 35,509 Blog Entries: 6	I am so sorry for your loss. __________________ Cali Pixie Roxie : RIP Nikki; RIP Maya;RIP my sweet Dixie girl 1/17/08 http://callipuppyscastle.bravehost.com/index.html

11-05-2008, 08:42 AM	#8
minngirl79 Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: NE South Dakota Posts: 99	How very sad. I am so sorry for your loss. __________________ Marcy & Daisy

11-05-2008, 08:44 AM	#9
chachi I Love My Yorkies Donating Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Indianapolis, Indiana Posts: 37,147	I am so sorry for your loss __________________ Chachi's & Jewels Mom Jewels http://www.dogster.com/?132431 Chachi http://www.dogster.com/?132427

11-05-2008, 08:59 AM	#10
Ichabob YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Lucedale ms Posts: 707	sorry for your lost __________________ Proud to be a Marine Mom (R.I.P.) Ichabob

11-05-2008, 09:03 AM	#11
Ivy Lucille ♥♥beats @ my feet! Donating Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: PA Posts: 4,814	Aw, it's so sad to think of your pup that is left behind wondering where his buddy is. I am so sorry for your loss-a very difficult one. __________________ Jamie, Mom to Mayzie and Mozes

11-05-2008, 09:24 AM	#12
143julz Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Largo, FL Posts: 1,294	Sorry for your loss. I feel for you and your other furbaby, i can't imagine what it's like on them as its so painful for us. Give em lots of attention like someone suggested maybe just keeping him occupied and his mind busy will be best.... __________________ Dudley Doo and Dexter too!!! RIP (12/93-10/08) MY LIL JULZ!!!

11-05-2008, 09:52 AM	#13
bettyeanne Donating YT 7000 Club Member Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Alabama, etc. Posts: 9,031	I am so terribly sorry for your loss. I don't know what to do to comfort your remaining baby, just the suggestions already made. God bless you. __________________ Toto's Mom - http://www.dogster.com/?206581 Yorkie Rescue Colorado - http://www.yorkierescuecolorado.com/ "The difference between genius and stupidity is that genius has limits." -- Albert Einstein

11-05-2008, 10:01 AM	#14
littlelady Currently Suspended! Join Date: May 2008 Location: indiana Posts: 380	I am sorry for your loss and the decision you had to make. I have a sick Yorkie we are nursing he has a liver problem, stable at present. Last year my male was hit by a car and my female kept going to the area where my son had his body in the front room. It took her awhile. WE all are so attentive to the dogs so that helped. She kept looking all over the place for were he could be. We had a blessing out of the loss, my female had been impregnated so she whelped her pups 15 days after Buddy had been hit by the car. That kept her busy. WE didn't really know for sure she was pregnant until about 1 week after we lost buddy. She wasn't showing any signs. The wegiht gain seemed to come on all at once. I still miss buddy he was wonderful.

11-05-2008, 10:17 AM	#15
HillbillyBelle Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: MD Posts: 111	I am so sorry for your loss. I had the same thing happen a few years ago and my little guy, Jesse, was the heart of my heart. He too was sick all night and I prayed that he would go to Rainbow Bridge on his own, but that was not to be. I am happy that I could make the decision to grant him peace and freedom from his earthly pain. I know how badly it hurts but you made the right decision. Heartbreak can be part of giving our hearts to these Yorkies but it is worth it. Pay special attention to your remaining little guy and give him the time he needs to grieve. Watch his food and fluid intake, and at times, you might find that he needs to be distracted with a special treat or toy. It will take time for him to get used to being by himself and you might be advised to go out and get another Yorkie right away. That is a decision only you can make. Give yourselves time to grieve and do not try to hide your feelings. Some might say "He was only a dog!" Shame on them!!! He was a beloved family member and must be grieved for as such. So, seek out people who understand your loss and grief. Don't be surprised if you "feel" him near you. Don't be surprised if you "hear" his little footsteps at the oddest times. That is a part of the loss process. One of my dogs would stand and stare as if he SAW someone or something and I am convinced he was actually seeing Jesse's spirit. These animals are amazing and your boy will be such a help in getting thru this. Prayers are being sent your way for peace in your heart as you grieve for your loss.