elaine wrote:
> Yesterday I put my dog of over 15 years down. It was the gentlest of
> goodbyes. The vet and his assistant were wonderful. I held her as
> they tenderly jabbed the vein in her front leg -- 10 seconds later it
> was all over with an overdose of anesthetic. Oh we, as humans, could
> have that option!
>
> So for all you pet owners in this group who probably wrestle with the
> notion of putting pets down - please know, it's not a bad way to go.
>
> Went home and cooked liver for my family. Now that was bad -- I
> usually love liver but the meal just didn't taste the same, as I
> suppose any meal would under the circumstances.
>
> Elaine

Oh my dear, you have my sympathies. I remember all too well having my
beloved dog Sampson put down after close to 18 years. It's a hard thing to
do, even if it is merciful.

Hugs to you,
Jill