I need help with decisions, PLEASE

[Ldyrev1]

Hi Ta2rose59 and welcome to YT! I understand exactly what you are feeling. We had to let go of our dear Gretel just after Christmas this past year. It was one of the most difficult thing we have ever had to do. Think is, we had to do this with with our first dog as well.

It never is easy. They give so much of themselves and we are blessed to be part of their lives.

Our Gretel had a cancer found in the blood stream. Our hearts sank. We put her on prednisone and knew we had as few as 5 days to possibly 5 months. When she had more bad days than good, we knew it was time to say goodbye. That was exactly how we decided. Like you we didn't want her to suffer either. What we have always said is that we are only their caretakers and it is a blessing to be part of their lives and there's no way they should ever suffer.

You will know when the time comes. Remember she has taken care of you for a long time. It's your turn to help her through the next phase. Good luck and God bless!! I will pray for you and your Rudy!!

[mperran1974]

Originally Posted by Yorkiemom1

I am so very sorry you have reached this time in the relationship with your precious little man. In the back of your mind, you klnow what the outcome is going to be, but your heart is not ready for that path. I tried to make that decision for my Aija, when she seemed she was no longer happy to be alive....I called my vet and they planned to spend the time after the office closes....we go into a special room...all veryloving....I took her and was bawling my heart out, and she looked up at me, like "what are we doing here, lets go home....I am ready for my snack and bed." I was looking in her eyes and she was telling me, she was NOT ready. She was not struggling to breathe and she was in no pain, so that was not an issue for me to get around....she was 16 and just could not get around much, and wanted to sleep most ofthe day...she had congestive heart failure but was managed well with her medicine....I just felt like she was not enjoying life anymore....SHE looked into my face and told me otherwise. So, I did not go thru it and we went home. Aija was with me another 8 months....and one night, she looked into my eyes and the look in those precious eyes told me, "momma, I am tired and I need to go now..."and I held my darling girl continously, on my chest, so my heartbeat would be the last thing she heard, for the next 14 hours, rocking and singing to her, petting her, kissing on her and crying, and she died peacefully in my arms...no struggle, no pain, just tired..... I honestly believe they tell you when they are ready to go....when it is easier for them to let go of this life and cross over, than it is for them to fight to stay, they will look into your eyes and you will know..... I pray for strength and courage and peace for you and your baby boy for the time you have left together....

I am sitting here crying for you. I'm glad you listened to your baby and knew what to do for her. My heart aches for you.

[mperran1974]

I pray for comfort for you when you make the decision. These animals become such a part of us. I don't even want to imagine how you must feel. My prayers are with you and your sweet one.

[Ta2rose59]

Hi, this is Ta2rose59. I recently posted on my little 14 year old man, Rudy. This is a little update. This past week his cough has progressed to the point where it is almost constant. He still walks around a little. But he just does not seem to be happy. Wednesday was a bad day for us. I couldn't get his to eat until about 1 p.m. He threw up all morning and his little belly was so bloated and hard. He felt like he gained 2 pounds overnight. We that finally subsided and he pretty much has just sort of been laying around. I have reached the decision that it's time for mommy to help him cross that rainbow bridge. As I write this I am crying my eyes out. I can't bear the thought of loosing my little man but at the same time, I look at him as a living being. He needs that peace and comfort for himself now. I can't stand the thought of him suffering. Please pray for strength and courage for me this weekend as it will be our last one. Please pray for peace and comfort for him as he begins his journey.

Thank you so much for your support.
Sherri - mommy to Rudy and Gracie

[Connie]

My heart is breaking for you. I am so sorry! I will be praying for you and thinking of you. I have had to make that decision and it is so hard. Hugs to you.

[chattiesmom]

I am so very sorry that you have come to this point in your beloved Rudy's life. You, Rudy and Gracie are in my thoughts and prayers.

I know from experience how painful it is to make the decision you are facing. Your YorkieTalk family is here for you to share in your grief and to relish those happy memories of your beloved Rudy.

[Juliealfies mum]

My heart goes out to you, it is never an easy decision but it is one we all face at one time or another . We are thinking of you at this difficult time.

[Lexi731]

Praying for you.

[lisaly]

I am crying here reading these posts. I am so sorry for the pain you are feeling. Our little girl, Ashley passed away snuggled in my arms a month shy of her seventeenth birthday. Although she had dementia and other health issues and needed to have 24 hour care, she still had a good quality of life. I still asked my vet to let me know when the time came that I was keeping Ashley alive more because I couldn't bear to give her up than for her needs. I knew it would be heart wrenching for me, but it was something I needed to do. I didn't have to make that decision, but if I had, it would have been because I loved her so much. I am so grateful that she was in my arms when she passed away. She had spent the day before cradled in my husbands arms, as well. You will always love Rudy, and he will remain in your heart forever. After almost two years without a pup in our lives, we welcomed Katie into our heart in May. She has completely stolen our hearts. Ashley and her sisters hold a very special part of our hearts, but Katie has her own special place, too. She takes our breath away and has helped to heal our broken hearts. My heart and prayers are with you and Rudy. I understand how great this loss will be and am here if you need some support.

[yakkwak]

Follow your heart, sweetie, and know that there are lots of people (many who have not posted because they are crying tears of sympathy for you) who are sending lots of hugs and prayers your way. Your baby knows you love him!

[Prince Toby]

I am so sorry you are having to go through this. My mom just had to go through this. It is never easy, but know that we are all here for you.

[Charlies Mamma]

I am sorry you have to make this decision, I had to make it about 7 years ago. I can say that it was one of the hardest decisions I have ever made. I actually made it several times I would set the appointment and then out of no where she would have a really good day she was in allot of pain most of the time from hip dysplasia we had her on pain medication and steroids and at times my husband would have to carry her in and out of the house so that she could go potty. She weighed 80 pounds all muscle

On the day i took her she seemed to be having a fairly good day however the several days before that she had been crying with pain. I had to keep the appointment, as much as I wanted to keep her I didnt want her to cry anymore from the pain. I went in with her and stayed with her til she took her last breath. I could not drive home for some time. I kept thinking on the way there, was I wrong, she was having a good day but when they took us in and the Dr had to pick her up to get on the table she cried and her eyes were so sad I knew that it was the right thing to do for her. Im crying now telling you this but you need to understand that you will know when its time, when that time comes you will be able to make that call to the vet,

We will all be here for you when that time comes. you are in my prayers

[Ta2rose59]

This hurts so bad. On Sunday, February 17, 2013 little Rudy succumbed to his illness. He had a rough day on Saturday, and it continued into the night and by morning, he just couldn't go any more. He could not breathe without coughing, his little belly was so hard and bloated. He was so miserable. I think he knew what we were doing when we went to the vet. As they gave him his first shot, he became heavily sedated, but before completely going to sleep, he raised his little head, kissed me on the face and looked at me as if to say "thank you mommy". I will never forget that little face, those tear filled eyes, and I was sobbing so hard that I know he knew I was beginning my grieving. My little female yorkie, Gracie seems so lost. She paces the floor, looks up on the bed where he spent his last week and I know she wonders where her best friend went. We are so lost right now, both of us. I can't tell you the number of times I have woken up in the middle of the night to find him, and remember he's waiting on us. I want to thank each and every one of you for your kind words, you helped me to realize it wasn't about me, and my hurt, it was what was the most compassionate and humane thing to do for little Rudy. I will continue to use this site because I have many little stories to share with you about my little girl Gracie. She's so loving and compassionate, especially right now. I know she knows, she just can't tell me. Once again, Thank You to each and every one of you.

Sincerely,
Ta2rose59
Sherri, mommy to little Gracie

[rubynrosie]

Sherri....my heart breaks for you and I am at a loss for words that would be of comfort. {{Hugs}}

[GeorgiesMomma]

Sherri bless you and sweet Gracie. My prayers are with you. RIP Rudy