She was diagnosed with melanoma in December, and we found out Thursday that the cancer had spread to her lungs and lymph nodes. The vet said she probably only had days left, but we were really hoping to have the weekend with her. On Friday night she barely slept because she was coughing and having trouble breathing, so on Saturday morning we called Lap of Love, and they were available to come out that day for in-home euthanasia. We knew it was coming, but it's still really devastating.
I'm sorry for your loss. Losing a pet is just the absolute worst. The grief is profound and so very real.
Our old muttly boy is really slowing down and we know it'll come. There is no way to prepare for this. I just keep loving on him and asking him to let us know when it's time. He's still eating, drinking, and mostly doing fine, but 13 is old for a big dog. He sleeps a lot and doesn't tolerate the heat very well.
My mental health has been incredibly poor since the pandemic began. I'm at an all-time low. The one shining light in all of this has been working from home with him. I've loved hearing his snores (and farts) in my office all day. I'm so grateful that we're home with him for the last phase of his life.
Post by amandakisser on Jul 6, 2021 11:55:33 GMT -5
I'm so sorry for your loss. I remember your post about knowing when it's time to put a dog down - I'm in a very similar spot with my old boy right now. I can tell he was SO loved and you really did give everything you could to him. take care of yourself! <3
Post by amberlyrose on Jul 6, 2021 14:36:14 GMT -5
I'm so sorry We lost our girl at the beginning of June and it's a heartbreak I would not wish on anyone. You know it's coming but it doesn't make it any easier.
I'm glad your friend is there to keep you company. <3