(((((((((((((IRISH)))))))))))) I am so sad for your family's loss.

Sad to hear that, Irish. I understand what you are feeling.
(((((HUGS))))).

I put my buddy to sleep after 15 yrs. as it was the best thing to do. I didn't want him to suffer anymore. Good luck and I know how hard it is and will be. It truely is losing a loved one!

Thanks everyone!As a side note;you don't realise;until you don't
have too;the MANY ways that you have structured your life and
the way that you do things;over something else having to do with
the way that you do things!Ex:Every time that I leave this room;I
look down; to step over my dog because he always came to the
room that I was in.Tonight;I kept looking at the clock;to see if it
was time to give him his supper.You don't realise how many habits;you develop;over 11 1/2 yrs.I never even boarded him.
Even on vacation;he always went with us. Irish
P.S.When they're there;it's a chore.When they're not;it seems as
if you should be doing something.

Growing up out in the Country and having all kinds of animals and Critters I can relate with you Irish. I always got that sick feeling when I knew I was going to have to say "Goodbye". I just want you to know that you were probably the best thing to happen to your friend and I believe you have done everything right by him. You have done all you can and done it well. My heart goes out to you Ole Buddy.

(((Irish)))

Just got the update guy.
 

I know you’d rather have a poke in the eye with a sharp stick today than take that ride.:(

Now when the grandkids get there on Thursday, you’ll have something to really have been thankful for.:rolleyes:


Somebody told me “Don’t cry because it’s over….. be happy because it happened”;)

Tear-jerking
 

Irish, very sad to hear this right after taking Whiskey for a walk with you and your pal on my mind. 11 1/2 years... such a long time. I remember my wife mentioning about leaving Whiskey when our child was about to be born, my response was "you will leave but not him". However, had to put him to the garden and still after 2 years since Whiskey has been there and not inside, I sometimes wake up with the emptiness of his head lying on my feet, missing it; but I know he is right out in the garden sleeping in his doghouse.

When I read your update, I felt the misery I would have if I had lost him.

You have had a great loss, I wish I knew the way for concilation. But think about the way he would live if you hadn't done this, wouldn't it be a misery for your pal for your sake?? You could not make him live in suffering for your case of not losing him. I congratulate you for your tough decision.

I'd like to attach a pic of Whiskey here.

P.S. I really did cry.

Joys

Pantyfanatic---It's funny that you mention rides.One of the
women;B.J.;that works at the vet;I have known for many years.
When I walked in with my dog;she said"It's a sad day.I don't
envy you the ride that you just took!"
I said"You know;I used to race motorcycles!I don't think that I
ever dreaded a ride;more then that one!"
Joys--It looks like Whisky is a collie.I know how close you can get
When I was a kid;I had a collie for 13yrs.When our family(father,
mother,me;collie)If the motel owner wouldn't let the dog stay;
we didn't either. Irish

{{{{{{{{{Irish}}}}}}}} It's so true what you say - sometimes you feel like the dog is a chore but you miss him when he's gone. I'm thinking about you and petted my dog, Solon, extra today and thought of you and your family.

Irish, Sorry about what you have to do. I just put my little one down after 13 years and it was very hard, but yet the best for him
I still miss him very much and wonder if i ever will replace him

Stay strong

THE OLDFART2020

Irish,

yes, he's a collie and I still feel hurt to leave him out in the garden but I must do so for the sake of the child. Besides, Whiskey has more fun there than inside the house except for the nights.

I must repeat that I admire the tough thing you had to do but that was your last favour for your buddy. Beleive me, he would suffer a lot. When I took Whiskey at 8 months with severe rachitism, the vets suggested me to put him to sleep. I refused because he was very young and I beleived I could take care of it. But at an age of 11 1/2, if you got over this case, another would soon come up.

You have done the best for him. Don't feel sorry. If it's comartablle with you, take his body and bury him in a close place where you can talk to him.

**sniff**

Irish, ya big ole softie...you did the right tho...made me think about how I end up yelling at Lucky to get out from under my feet all the time, he just wants to be there wherever I am...don't wanna think about how it will be when he's not there in the way anymore...

I can totally feel ya.....

I love my "son"...he is a 6 month old cocker spaniel. He is sick today, which is why I didn't go to work. He has a vet appt @ 3.....

I think you are doing what is best for your dog. Does he seem like heis in pain? That would probably be the hardest part. If not, then he must be getting a lot of love.
11 1/2 years is a long time for a dog. I know if he passes away it will be hard. My dog died a few yrs ago, he was 14 and it was sad for the entire family. Just keep doing what you are doing!!!

I'm sorry for your loss........but think of the happy memories you have....they are precious........