Euthanizer = killer?

[Patty]

I know exactly what your feeling. I feel the same way. My Riley has been gone for 20 months and I feel guilty every day. It brings tears to my eyes to write it. He had allergies all his life and developed chronic bronchitis. I brought him to the vet hoping there was something more they could do. My vet and I tried for over a year to help him. He was having problems breathing, slowly getting worse. I remember the drive there looking at him. The only way I could drive there was because I was telling myself I could get him help. My vet was so wonderful. When I asked her if it was time she said "yes". I spent time with him telling him how wonderful he was and that I loved him so. Anyway, I feel like I did kill him.., he had to go because I said so.., who am I to do that. Even though I know it was best for him, I continue to question myself.

[horsnaround]

Boy do I know how you feel. Lexi died very suddenly. She seemed fine and then the next thing I know she was acting like she was having some kind of allergic reaction. Thought I had time to go get Benadryl. I feel so guilty and miss her so bad. I feel like I let her down big time and let her die. It all happened so fast. She too was that heart dog. It has been a year and a half almost. So you are not alone. I believe you did what was best for your little girl. Take care

[KimInMD]

God rules over His people, and His word says He gave "man" dominion over the animals, to act on their behalf with wisdom, logic, and mercy. That is a much larger responsibility than most people ever think about when they decide to own an animal. In her greatest time of need, you acted selflessly, on Gidget's behalf, based on her needs, and made a decision based in wisdom, logic, mercy, and LOVE. You can give your sweet baby no greater gift than that. I euthanized my sweet Lucy three weeks ago, and my heart is still ripped to shreds. Oh, how I loved that precious gift from God, and I miss her more every day. How I wish I could just hold her one more time, and signing that paper to have her put down was the hardest thing I've ever had to do in my life. But I know with all my heart, that I did the right thing for her, and that I did what the Lord gave me the permission and the responsibility to do. Keeping Lucy or Gidget alive any longer would have been cruel and self centered. Doing the right thing sometimes comes with great personal pain. Thank you for having the grace and mercy to do what was best for your sweet girl. She needed you to act on her behalf, with the right heart attitude and motives. I know with everything in me that you did the right thing for her. I pray your heart is at peace soon. Gentle hugs, my friend.

[Mistymillar]

You are grieving, your feeling confused, missing her and blaming yourself. But how could you let the poor little mite go on when she must have been in such agony, I don't think that would have been right, only for her to die very soon after with such terrible injuries and still in a great deal of pain.
I believe you did the right thing, focus on your loving memories, she I am sure still loves you.

[Yorkiemom1]

Originally Posted by KimInMD

God rules over His people, and His word says He gave "man" dominion over the animals, to act on their behalf with wisdom, logic, and mercy. That is a much larger responsibility than most people ever think about when they decide to own an animal. In her greatest time of need, you acted selflessly, on Gidget's behalf, based on her needs, and made a decision based in wisdom, logic, mercy, and LOVE. You can give your sweet baby no greater gift than that. I euthanized my sweet Lucy three weeks ago, and my heart is still ripped to shreds. Oh, how I loved that precious gift from God, and I miss her more every day. How I wish I could just hold her one more time, and signing that paper to have her put down was the hardest thing I've ever had to do in my life. But I know with all my heart, that I did the right thing for her, and that I did what the Lord gave me the permission and the responsibility to do. Keeping Lucy or Gidget alive any longer would have been cruel and self centered. Doing the right thing sometimes comes with great personal pain. Thank you for having the grace and mercy to do what was best for your sweet girl. She needed you to act on her behalf, with the right heart attitude and motives. I know with everything in me that you did the right thing for her. I pray your heart is at peace soon. Gentle hugs, my friend.

Tammy, this post above, you cut it out and have it laminated and framed....There is nothing more to add to this beautifully written post, obviously pulled DIRECTLY from the posters heart. When we reach this part of "responsible pet owner", THIS is the part that separates the "talk the talk", from "walk the talk".....you set your jaw, and through your breaking heart, you "walked the talk" and set your baby free....you chose to NOT prolong the inevitable.....God blesses you for that and your baby entrusted you with decisions that were to be made in HER best interest....you did that, sweetie....soothe your heart and soul.......

[anniernc]

Helping our precious little babies cross over to the bridge is one of the hardest decisions that we have to make but when it puts an end their suffering it is the greatest gift that we could give them even though it is so heartbreaking for us. Rest in peace sweet Gidget and when you meet up with my sweet girls I hope you have a wonderful time. I've lost 4 elderly little girls and I still feel so guilty.

[Patti]

Originally Posted by KimInMD

God rules over His people, and His word says He gave "man" dominion over the animals, to act on their behalf with wisdom, logic, and mercy. That is a much larger responsibility than most people ever think about when they decide to own an animal. In her greatest time of need, you acted selflessly, on Gidget's behalf, based on her needs, and made a decision based in wisdom, logic, mercy, and LOVE. You can give your sweet baby no greater gift than that. I euthanized my sweet Lucy three weeks ago, and my heart is still ripped to shreds. Oh, how I loved that precious gift from God, and I miss her more every day. How I wish I could just hold her one more time, and signing that paper to have her put down was the hardest thing I've ever had to do in my life. But I know with all my heart, that I did the right thing for her, and that I did what the Lord gave me the permission and the responsibility to do. Keeping Lucy or Gidget alive any longer would have been cruel and self centered. Doing the right thing sometimes comes with great personal pain. Thank you for having the grace and mercy to do what was best for your sweet girl. She needed you to act on her behalf, with the right heart attitude and motives. I know with everything in me that you did the right thing for her. I pray your heart is at peace soon. Gentle hugs, my friend.

Beautifully stated.
My heart goes out to you. You made the right decision for your baby and the hardest for you.

[tammy8833]

Originally Posted by Lil Sis

Yes I did read your post.. I cried like a baby ..
I do belive you did what had to be done. Sometimes love is shown in so many different ways.. and letting that poor baby go in peace is love.

I lost a pup a few years back.. I hung on way past the time I should have let her go but finally I just knew it was time..she pasted in my arms the night before I was to take her in. It was so very hard so I know your pain.


Try ..try very hard to know you did the right thing and to remember the good times. I hope you get another yorkie someday to fill not replace her but just to fillthat spot in your heart

I'm very sorry I didn't mean to make u or anyone else cry. I am also sorry for the loss of ur pet.

Thank you for your support. We have picked out a new yorkie she was born 4 days before I lost gidget

[tammy8833]

Originally Posted by ladyjane

Here is an article I found after the death of one of my fosters. I was struggling with the "what ifs" just as you are and I found this and it really helped me put things in perspective. Perhaps it will help you....

I Killed My Dog!

Thank you for the article I read it and it helped a little

[tammy8833]

Originally Posted by Patty

I know exactly what your feeling. I feel the same way. My Riley has been gone for 20 months and I feel guilty every day. It brings tears to my eyes to write it. He had allergies all his life and developed chronic bronchitis. I brought him to the vet hoping there was something more they could do. My vet and I tried for over a year to help him. He was having problems breathing, slowly getting worse. I remember the drive there looking at him. The only way I could drive there was because I was telling myself I could get him help. My vet was so wonderful. When I asked her if it was time she said "yes". I spent time with him telling him how wonderful he was and that I loved him so. Anyway, I feel like I did kill him.., he had to go because I said so.., who am I to do that. Even though I know it was best for him, I continue to question myself.

Just wanted to say hugs

[tammy8833]

Originally Posted by horsnaround

Boy do I know how you feel. Lexi died very suddenly. She seemed fine and then the next thing I know she was acting like she was having some kind of allergic reaction. Thought I had time to go get Benadryl. I feel so guilty and miss her so bad. I feel like I let her down big time and let her die. It all happened so fast. She too was that heart dog. It has been a year and a half almost. So you are not alone. I believe you did what was best for your little girl. Take care

Hugs for u as well

[tammy8833]

Originally Posted by KimInMD

God rules over His people, and His word says He gave "man" dominion over the animals, to act on their behalf with wisdom, logic, and mercy. That is a much larger responsibility than most people ever think about when they decide to own an animal. In her greatest time of need, you acted selflessly, on Gidget's behalf, based on her needs, and made a decision based in wisdom, logic, mercy, and LOVE. You can give your sweet baby no greater gift than that. I euthanized my sweet Lucy three weeks ago, and my heart is still ripped to shreds. Oh, how I loved that precious gift from God, and I miss her more every day. How I wish I could just hold her one more time, and signing that paper to have her put down was the hardest thing I've ever had to do in my life. But I know with all my heart, that I did the right thing for her, and that I did what the Lord gave me the permission and the responsibility to do. Keeping Lucy or Gidget alive any longer would have been cruel and self centered. Doing the right thing sometimes comes with great personal pain. Thank you for having the grace and mercy to do what was best for your sweet girl. She needed you to act on her behalf, with the right heart attitude and motives. I know with everything in me that you did the right thing for her. I pray your heart is at peace soon. Gentle hugs, my friend.

thank you your post really spoke to me, teared me up a little too.

Everyone has been so supportive thank you

[tammy8833]

Originally Posted by Yorkiemom1

Tammy, this post above, you cut it out and have it laminated and framed....There is nothing more to add to this beautifully written post, obviously pulled DIRECTLY from the posters heart. When we reach this part of "responsible pet owner", THIS is the part that separates the "talk the talk", from "walk the talk".....you set your jaw, and through your breaking heart, you "walked the talk" and set your baby free....you chose to NOT prolong the inevitable.....God blesses you for that and your baby entrusted you with decisions that were to be made in HER best interest....you did that, sweetie....soothe your heart and soul.......

I agree 100% it so heartfelt and spoke right to my heart

[tammy8833]

Originally Posted by anniernc

Helping our precious little babies cross over to the bridge is one of the hardest decisions that we have to make but when it puts an end their suffering it is the greatest gift that we could give them even though it is so heartbreaking for us. Rest in peace sweet Gidget and when you meet up with my sweet girls I hope you have a wonderful time. I've lost 4 elderly little girls and I still feel so guilty.

Four hugs for u!

Thank you

[chestermama]

you did what was best at the time, save her from horrible pain Im so sorry for your loss