Euthanizer = killer?

[MishyMish]

I can't imagine what you are feeling. It is normal to go through these stages after the death of a loved one (human or furry). I think that you made the best choice given your circumstance and that with time, you will accept that the choice you made was the correct one.

[CouversMom]

I am reading this thread and am in tears... I had to say goodbye to my childhood dog two weeks ago and am still tormented by the decision I had to make with my mother. I still have dreams about her and think about her last moments on Earth. We made the decision to end her life and it was definitely not as peaceful as I thought it would be. I expected her just to fall asleep, but she fought the vet and yelped as the fluid was going into her veins... I have not been able to forgive myself.

[celstu1]

I am so sorry to hear about Gidget and I'm so sorry you had to make that terrible decision. I think everyone goes through the thought process and guilt that you are feeling now that you've had time to reflect. You are not a killer. You saved your baby from a week of agony IF she recovered from the surgery and probably a lifetime of side effects from the injury. (((HUGS))) to you!

[tammy8833]

Originally Posted by CouversMom

I am reading this thread and am in tears... I had to say goodbye to my childhood dog two weeks ago and am still tormented by the decision I had to make with my mother. I still have dreams about her and think about her last moments on Earth. We made the decision to end her life and it was definitely not as peaceful as I thought it would be. I expected her just to fall asleep, but she fought the vet and yelped as the fluid was going into her veins... I have not been able to forgive myself.

Oh my goodness I'm so sorry. Hugs

[Buster Brown]

Originally Posted by CouversMom

I am reading this thread and am in tears... I had to say goodbye to my childhood dog two weeks ago and am still tormented by the decision I had to make with my mother. I still have dreams about her and think about her last moments on Earth. We made the decision to end her life and it was definitely not as peaceful as I thought it would be. I expected her just to fall asleep, but she fought the vet and yelped as the fluid was going into her veins... I have not been able to forgive myself.

OH I am so sorry that it was not peaceful for her. RIP sweet baby I know she had a loving life with you and your mother. She will remember your love.

[gemy]

Tammy we all second guess our decisions about making that so very painful choice to end the life of our beloved pets.

It is a very natural part of the grieving process.

WE just can't protect our beloved pets from all intruders and marauders; be they bacteria, bugs, other dogs, cancer, et al. All we can do is the best we can.

The extent of her injuries would have made a successful surgery and healing very improbable. You in your love allowed her to go free from more pain; no matter the pain it caused your own heart.

Sometimes life happens. A gate is left open, a dog slips off their lead, a door blows open in the wind. A nice walk in the park turns into a nightmare, when two dogs fight.

And as much as you and I are the "protector" of our dogs, so too do our dogs think they are the protector of us. Never one of us, can be on guard 24/7, it is just impossible. And so life happens.

Hugs to you in your pain; I hope the day comes soon, you feel like smiling at the wonderful life you shared together.

[MyLittleLooster]

I believe you did the right thing. I don't know how it feels to have to put a dog, especially one that's been so close to me, asleep. I have been faced with the decision, but he recovered and I didn't have to even think about it.

However, I think that if I were put in your position, I would have made the same decision. I would have hated myself for it, but I think I would have done the same thing.

As KimInMD beautifully said, "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."

You didn't give up on your baby, and I hope you know that. You gave her the chance to be so much better just outside of Rainbow Bridge. You gave her the best life you could have, and an even better one that anyone else could have.

[Ldyrev1]

Tammy, I understand exactly how you feel. We had to have our Gretel put down just after Christmas this past year and we were so torn up about it. I think it's normal to experience the "what if" questions that come up but you also have to realize that what you did was "take care of her". You allowed her to pass into the next stage and leave behind her love for you and her pain. She isn't going to suffer from an extensive surgery that "may" or "may not" have helped her. You did the right thing for her and even though it feels rotton right now, with time, it will get easier. I promise!! Peace & Blessings!!