I knew it was coming...
 

But it still sucks.. :(

We're going to have to put Goldie down.
Here is a picture of her I took last week. I'm going to miss her, she was like a family member.

http://i60.photobucket.com/albums/h2...s/SDC10175.jpg


I know i'm not good at describing how I feel, but it's the worst i've felt since 2006. :(

My folks had to put down a golden retriever mix that they had due to a persistent tumor that surgery couldn't cure. That was two years ago and my dad still misses that dog, the only pet that I've ever known him to feel any sentiment towards.

Hate to hear about your loss.

Thank you and I'm sorry to hear about that.

Sorry to hear that Dante......losing a pet can be very hard. :(

My dog is the only living creature on earth who can shit on my floor in the morning, and I'll still rub his belly on the couch at night. Sorry to hear about your loss.

Really dorry to hear that Dante. Enjoy your last days with her.


It seems loads of people here have had this to deal with lately.

Thanks alot everyone.

That's a horrible thing to have to go through.

She's a beautiful dog.

Thats shitty news.

Ive lived with dogs for most of my life and even when you know its coming, its still difficult accept.

Best wishes, make the most of the remaining days.

Ah, Dante. I really hate to hear that.
She's definitely a beautiful dog, and I'm so so sorry to hear the news.

Sorry for you loss bro. Hope your doing ok.

Thanks alot everyone. I'm doing a little better, since I had some time to think about it.

As everyone I offer my condolences...I'm especially sorry for your loss b/c Goldie's a husky and that's my favorite breed.

When my parakeets died in 2005, I felt the same. For an entire year I could not watch a bird fly by, make a nest, tweet or chearp, or look at a tree full of them. Exposure to all of that just made me weep and reminded me of them.

Just remember all the good times you had with her and know it's not your fault that it happened. The healing process takes a long time--every has their own pace but know you are not alone--everyone at some point experiences lost--regardless what level or magnitude---regardless to what degree--it all hits us at some point. And we all get those feelings.

Hang in there, and stay strong. :) Goldie may leave your world, but never your heart. :)

Sorry to hear this, bud. I am basically going thru the same shit myself so I sorta know how that feels like. Hope you are holding up good.

I'm sorry Dante! It's so hard to lose an animal of any kind. The best thing you can do for her is rub her tummy, put her head on your leg and make her feel loved.

Yeah, I know posh. I'm going to spend the remaining days with her being happy and spending as much time with her as I can. Oh and i'm sorry to hear that V, It does suck. Like having a family memember die. :( I'm hanging in there though, Thanks everyone

Sorry to here this Dante.

So what is the story, why must Goldie go to sleep anyway?

I know. :/


She has alzheimers.

Can't you just let her roam around with that?

We don't go puting our grandparents down...

I'm not the one who is going to do it. My Grandma is. She doesn't want her to suffer she said.

O.K,

When I left home I left my dog at my mums, and I was living 14 hours drive away, my dog got Diabetes, my mum got her put down without even telling me. She wasn't able to look after her herself, but if I had of known I would have found her a new home, she was only 7. It must be hard not being your decision, I understand completley. :(

I'm sorry, that sucks man. :( I understand that too, and it is hard. And it sucks, me not being involved too, because I love that dog so much. :/

i feel for you man - i've lost a few dogs over the years and it is never easy. just know they love you and you are doing the right thing

Well.... I'd tell your Gma to suck it up. I'd want to live if I had it.

Grandma shouldn't have to suck up anything. If the dog is suffering, it shouldn't be kept alive, that would be incredibley heartless and selfish.

Update: I'm going to talk to my Grandma about this and see if I can't talk her out of it. I mean, she isn't THAT bad. But, she is forgetting things and getting confused. But, I know. I'll update you all, when she tells me what she's going to do. So, hopefully now, she won't be put to rest yet.

Hey Buddy! Sorry, been so busy at work I haven't had the energy to be here.

I am so sorry you are going through this, but I have to say, after talking to you and knowing a few more details, I think you need to have a talk with Grandma.

Yah, technically she's her dog, but she's also a part of the family. I always say, if the dog (cat or any other pet) is still enjoying life, keep it alive, love it and be a comfort. You may not be able to change your Grandma's mind, but I think if you try, at least you'll know in your heart that you did try. And just cuz she may be getting forgetful, doesn't mean she has Alzheimers. Unless a vet has actually diagnosed that, don't let anyone jump to that conclusion.

You'll know the right thing to do when you look in her eyes. If she's not there anymore or looks like she's in misery, then it's time. If not, have a talk with Grandma. You know if you ever need my help, I'm just a phone call away. It's gotta be hard for Grandma too, so she can feel free to call me too.

Take care man.

Sorry, I was busy typing when you posted this. I'm so glad you're gonna talk to Grandma. I mean it, if either of you want to talk, you know my number.

I agree, I am. I believe if I talk to her about it, chances are she will consider it. A Doctor has diagnosed her with it though. But, she isn't forgetting THAT much now. So, hopefully, she'll live longer. YAY! I'm sorry though, that it sounded so concrete, my Grandma wanted to do it, but I'm going to talk to her about it. I'm wishing for the best!

I know. Thanks alot. :)

The thing is, if she is forgetting she wouldn't know which would mean she is in no pain, the only thing is you don't want her to forget who the people around her are. But I'm sure that wouldn't happen. She might just seem like a zombie from now on, not sure if your a fan of zombies, but hell, a zombie dog sounds better than no dog.. ;)

Yeah, she isn't that bad, she still remembers us. So that's all that matters. And I agree with you. Thanks everyone! Wish me the best!

Best of luck.

Fingers crossed it turns out well.

Hi, Dante - Just catching up. I hope that everything works out. That's really tough. Good luck and take care.

Update!

My Grandma has decided NOT to put her down! :D

She said, since she's doing better there is not reason to put her down. I'm so excited! :D

I'm so glad she can stay here with us.

Well that's good to hear, but if it gets any worse you know what will happen, so just mentally prepare yourself for that. Don't forget Goldie is 98 years old.

That's great news Dante! Yaaaay!

I agree with Leprucky. Don't think about it so much that you bum yourself out, just be aware of it so when it does eventually happen it's not such a total shock. Give Goldie some extra attention and TLC and enjoy your time together. It could be years from now, but it might not be. My last dog lived to be 17 and he was pretty active until about the last 6 months of his life. When he started reeeeeeally slowing down and stuff, I started mentrally preparing myself. It still hurts like hell, but it is a bit easier when you have some time to prepare yourself.

Now go give Goldie a big hug and tell her what a good and pretty girl she is. :)

Oh, that's fantastic news honey! I'm glad. :D

Great news bro. Glad to hear she's doing better :)

Excellent!

I'm very, very glad to hear it!