I had to put down one of my best friends tonight.

I'm sorry, my friend.

Was there another pet in the house? It's sad to watch them grieve as well.

 

I'm sorry...

 

Cats are wonderful friends. I have wondered more than once what I will do when I am in my twilight years: live without them, or risk leaving them alone and vulnerable when I die.

 

I am sorry for your loss. I have lost pets before and it is a different grief than losing a person. Animals give more than I could ever expect most people to give.

 

yeah my 16 year old westie had white nose and gums last night, found out that a growth had ruptured something and she was bleeding internally for a few days. they were able to stabilize her for the entire family to get to the hospital to say our goodbyes, very sad, but she lead a long and spoiled life and surgery was out of the question, so i feel your pain.

 

I'm so sorry KK6PD, and cnschult, for your loss.

 

Its horrible to have to put down a loved pet, but sometimes its the kindest thing you can do for them.

 

Some shelters have special programs for seniors; they have discounted adoption fees especially for older pets and some also will take back the adopted pet in the case where the senior can no longer keep them.

 

Sorry to hear about the kitty. It is a sad day for sure. I had to put down "my girl" a little over a year ago as she was no longer able to jump, barely walk, and not comfortable. There were (are) 4 others still in the house, and the oldest that had known her almost all his life seemed to take it harder. I found out about pet cremation and had her cremated.

I've almost lost 2 of my current ones over the years. One swallowed a shoe lace and not sure what the other one swallowed (and wasn't about to go looking for it after it processed). I think the saving grace for my little guy last summer was his brother helping coax him into eating a week after surgery and not eating on his own at the vet.

 

Sorry to hear about the loss of your best friend.

My daughter and her husband just called last night to say they are having to face the decision of whether they are going to have to put down one of their two boxers.

 

I'm very sorry about your sad news, Pat. I had to put down my cat over 20 years ago, and I still miss him sorely. He was 15 and had developed a fast-growing cancer of the jaw bone. For those 15 years he was my constant and only companion. I was pushed by friends into getting another before I was ready, and then had to find her another home half a year later when I went to Mexico to learn Spanish.

I feel your loss.

 

Yes the loss and separation is hard. I have put down 4 dogs. All family pets become family and leave a hole in us. I think they will be with us in the after life. They have a living spirit and that energy survives. They love us back and we put them down to stop their suffering, no greater love exists. Keep their memory close.

 

Your losses are making me sad.

We are so very fortunate to have such good friends that love us unconditionally.

 

Please accept humble and heartfelt condolences!

 

My condolences to you. I lost MY buddy, a chihuahua named Peanut nearly two years ago. I miss him every day.

He had a bad heart. The only thing I am glad about is that I did not have to make that decision about him. That would have devastated me even further. I know how tough that must have been for you.
:hug:

 

Just this side of heaven is a place called Rainbow Bridge.When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to Rainbow Bridge. There are meadows and hills for all of our special friends so they can run and play together. There is plenty of food, water and sunshine, and our friends are warm and comfortable.
All the animals who had been ill and old are restored to health and vigor. Those who were hurt or maimed are made whole and strong again, just as we remember them in our dreams of days and times gone by. The animals are happy and content, except for one small thing; they each miss someone very special to them, who had to be left behind.They all run and play together, but the day comes when one suddenly stops and looks into the distance. His bright eyes are intent. His eager body quivers. Suddenly he begins to run from the group, flying over the green grass, his legs carrying him faster and faster.
You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet, you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted again. The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress the beloved head, and you look once more into the trusting eyes of your pet, so long gone from your life but never absent from your heart.
Then you cross Rainbow Bridge together....

 

So sorry to hear of your loss. RIP Madison. We have had three Dobermans that all past away and each time the grief and sadness was too unbearable. They were our best friends. We now have three Japanese Bob-Tails. But nothing can replace the heartache of losing your friend.