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

>
>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

>
>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

Be sure to remember that you loved your friend enough to do the right thing. It
is painfeul to do this, but somehow we know it is the best thing to do for our
dog.
It is a very easy way to go, isn't it ? More difficult for those of us who
stay.
Rosie

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

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

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....

Author unknown

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

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....

Author unknown

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
>
> 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....
>
> Author unknown

Thanks I guess..............(crying)!
Elaine

you are right about it being a peaceful experience for your pet-we did
the same with our cat of 21 years 2 yrs ago.

take care elaine.

bloo

you are right about it being a peaceful experience for your pet-we did
the same with our cat of 21 years 2 yrs ago.

take care elaine.

bloo

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...."
> >
> > Author unknown
>
> Thanks I guess..............(crying)!

Jill,

Ok -- I've stopped crying............

That was beautiful. I'm cutting and pasting to send to my daughter who
was so, so upset that I'd put the family pet down.

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...."
> >
> > Author unknown
>
> Thanks I guess..............(crying)!

Jill,

Ok -- I've stopped crying............

That was beautiful. I'm cutting and pasting to send to my daughter who
was so, so upset that I'd put the family pet down.

jmcquown wrote:

> 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....
> Author unknown

Sorry for the loss, been there, etc. I guess the One has a plan for me herding
cats?
Edrena

The Joneses wrote:
> jmcquown wrote:
>
>> 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.
>
> Sorry for the loss, been there, etc. I guess the One has a plan for
> me herding cats?
> Edrena

Not to piggyback on Elaine's sorrow but you asked for it. Herding cats.
Click Play Ad.

http://www.visit4info.com/static/advert_pages/13858.cfm

"Anyone can herd cattle; holding together 10,000 half-wild short hairs,
that's another thing altogther." An ad for EDS and funny as hell! Love the
little Persian flat faced kitties!

Jill

On Fri, 12 Nov 2004 15:58:03 -0500, "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
>


Only two years ago this past September I put down my Rottie of 4
years, kidney failure. Sabrina went the same way, quickly and
peacefully. Such a sad time for me, but I worked past it (a new pup 3
months later helped me although I swore against it so soon).

There are still tears from time to time, I came across some pics of
her a few weeks ago that made me cry and smile. We have a short clip
from a home movie where she is throwing around a spare tire. That
makes me laugh.

I am sorry for your loss.

~sunshine

On Fri, 12 Nov 2004 15:58:03 -0500, "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
>


Only two years ago this past September I put down my Rottie of 4
years, kidney failure. Sabrina went the same way, quickly and
peacefully. Such a sad time for me, but I worked past it (a new pup 3
months later helped me although I swore against it so soon).

There are still tears from time to time, I came across some pics of
her a few weeks ago that made me cry and smile. We have a short clip
from a home movie where she is throwing around a spare tire. That
makes me laugh.

I am sorry for your loss.

~sunshine

"elaine" > wrote in message >...
> 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

My heart goes out to you on the loss of your friend. Euthanasia is
the most loving choice you will ever make for your pet. I have
counseled people as a vet tech about making the decision, and it is
never easy. If anyone else is struggling with this, the link below is
pretty helpful, I think.

Currently my dog Tosh (age 12) is terminal with an inoperable spinal
tumor. I know I, too, will soon have to make the same decision, so my
heart goes out to you, Elaine.

-L.

http://angelshavenhere.homestead.com...edecision.html

"elaine" > wrote in message >...
> 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

My heart goes out to you on the loss of your friend. Euthanasia is
the most loving choice you will ever make for your pet. I have
counseled people as a vet tech about making the decision, and it is
never easy. If anyone else is struggling with this, the link below is
pretty helpful, I think.

Currently my dog Tosh (age 12) is terminal with an inoperable spinal
tumor. I know I, too, will soon have to make the same decision, so my
heart goes out to you, Elaine.

-L.

http://angelshavenhere.homestead.com...edecision.html

(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 ---------------------------------------------------------------
response" Been reading a lot of posts lately of people losing their
beloved pets -friends-
Every time I break down and cry knowing my 2 cats are getting up there
in age.
Sorry for your lost.

(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 ---------------------------------------------------------------
response" Been reading a lot of posts lately of people losing their
beloved pets -friends-
Every time I break down and cry knowing my 2 cats are getting up there
in age.
Sorry for your lost.

In article >,
"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.

My sincere condolences on your loss.

Miche

--
WWMVD?

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

Elaine,
Sorry for your loss. It's always hard to let go, even
when they're really old or really sick, but it *is* the best
thing to do.

I've had to do the same with various of my cats over
the years. Luckily I now have a vet who will come
to the house, although they don't normally make house
calls, but they will for euthanasia. It's so much
less stressful on the animal than dragging it to
the vet's office when it's sick and miserable. Hopefully
my next experience of that sort is still many years off -
my 2 cats now are 10 and 7 and in excellent health. Anyway,
the whole process with my last one made me feel so much
less pain at her death knowing that she was as comfortable
and relaxed as possible, dying in her own home. I would
suggest to anyone that has this sort of think come up,
especially if their regular vet has been seeing the animal
for an ongoing illness, that you ask about a house call.
You never know! I never really thought mine would do it
but I asked anyway and was amazed that they said yes.
My motto is that it never hurts to ask for what you want.
You just might get it.

Kate

--
Kate Connally
“If I were as old as I feel, I’d be dead already.”
Goldfish: “The wholesome snack that smiles back,
Until you bite their heads off.”
What if the hokey pokey really *is* what it's all about?

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

Elaine,
Sorry for your loss. It's always hard to let go, even
when they're really old or really sick, but it *is* the best
thing to do.

I've had to do the same with various of my cats over
the years. Luckily I now have a vet who will come
to the house, although they don't normally make house
calls, but they will for euthanasia. It's so much
less stressful on the animal than dragging it to
the vet's office when it's sick and miserable. Hopefully
my next experience of that sort is still many years off -
my 2 cats now are 10 and 7 and in excellent health. Anyway,
the whole process with my last one made me feel so much
less pain at her death knowing that she was as comfortable
and relaxed as possible, dying in her own home. I would
suggest to anyone that has this sort of think come up,
especially if their regular vet has been seeing the animal
for an ongoing illness, that you ask about a house call.
You never know! I never really thought mine would do it
but I asked anyway and was amazed that they said yes.
My motto is that it never hurts to ask for what you want.
You just might get it.

Kate

--
Kate Connally
“If I were as old as I feel, I’d be dead already.”
Goldfish: “The wholesome snack that smiles back,
Until you bite their heads off.”
What if the hokey pokey really *is* what it's all about?

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

Elaine, I'm very sorry for your loss.

Several years ago I had to have a 13-year-old cat put down, and it went
pretty much as you describe. It doesn't really reduce the sense of loss,
though.

---jkb

--
"Ack! There is no "emoticon" to express what I am feeling right now!"
-- Comic Book Guy

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

Elaine, I'm very sorry for your loss.

Several years ago I had to have a 13-year-old cat put down, and it went
pretty much as you describe. It doesn't really reduce the sense of loss,
though.

---jkb

--
"Ack! There is no "emoticon" to express what I am feeling right now!"
-- Comic Book Guy

Dog3 wrote:

....
>
> Michael <- Still has Missy the mutt and Hoot the evil cat
>

Did I miss something? Didn't you recently adopt a Cocker Spaniel?

---jkb

--
"No sprinkles! For every sprinkle I find, I shall kill you!"
-- Stewie Griffin

Dog3 wrote:

....
>
> Michael <- Still has Missy the mutt and Hoot the evil cat
>

Did I miss something? Didn't you recently adopt a Cocker Spaniel?

---jkb

--
"No sprinkles! For every sprinkle I find, I shall kill you!"
-- Stewie Griffin

"elaine" > wrote in message >...
> 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


I'm so glad you were able to do that for your good friends. Put them
first, always.

One of the ways I have kept the wolf from the door in the past few
years is to move in and look after old, ill dogs while their owners
travel -- in one case elderly people traveling to see relatives in
Germany for the last time -- or while they work relentless hours, for
example in a huge ICU.

It is the most rewarding thing I have ever done. The dogs are so
grateful for the attention and love (and so am I), the owners pay me
because they haven't figured out yet I'd pay them, and when it's time
for the dog to be put down, the owner knows it didn't spend its last
hours pining. I give meds, shots, take to vets--the whole nine yards.

I've seen six dogs to the end of their lives this way. Each I met when
it was over 10 years, and ailing from one thing or another. Once I
start taking care of a dog, I do until it dies, so in a time of stress
it doesn't need to go to a kennel, or get used to strangers, or be
left alone.

Zee

"elaine" > wrote in message >...
> 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


I'm so glad you were able to do that for your good friends. Put them
first, always.

One of the ways I have kept the wolf from the door in the past few
years is to move in and look after old, ill dogs while their owners
travel -- in one case elderly people traveling to see relatives in
Germany for the last time -- or while they work relentless hours, for
example in a huge ICU.

It is the most rewarding thing I have ever done. The dogs are so
grateful for the attention and love (and so am I), the owners pay me
because they haven't figured out yet I'd pay them, and when it's time
for the dog to be put down, the owner knows it didn't spend its last
hours pining. I give meds, shots, take to vets--the whole nine yards.

I've seen six dogs to the end of their lives this way. Each I met when
it was over 10 years, and ailing from one thing or another. Once I
start taking care of a dog, I do until it dies, so in a time of stress
it doesn't need to go to a kennel, or get used to strangers, or be
left alone.

Zee

Dog3 wrote:

>
> Yep. I have Shelly the spaniel also. I need to mention him more often.

Good, I was afraid something had happened.

How's Missy doing?

---jkb

--
"Damn you, brocolli!"
-- Stewie Griffin

Dog3 wrote:

>
> Yep. I have Shelly the spaniel also. I need to mention him more often.

Good, I was afraid something had happened.

How's Missy doing?

---jkb

--
"Damn you, brocolli!"
-- Stewie Griffin