We talked and talked when hubby got home, we both felt the same.  We live in a pole home, the vet said to keep her downstairs.
 
We cannot segregate her from us, we live upstairs.  She lives on the blacony.
 
We cannot give her drugs to ease the pain knowing that she is still in pain.  Will be in pain and it will get worse as time goes on.
 
She looks terrible, her body, muscles are atrophed, to a point she only walks a few steps then sits, panting.
 
We've decided its time, we decided that it will be at home, so that we can be with her in her special looking spot, so that we can bury her here, in her home.
 
It is very difficult to go through this, I understand that a few do not believe in euthenasia for pets or humans, however we do.  We cannot stand to see her in pain, not to do those things she wants and tries to but cannot for pain.  Wimpering pain, even with drugs.  She looks at us with pleeding eyes, her chin resting our on either one of our legs, just looking.
 
I don't really want to talk anymore about it.  I had a dream last night that must have been linked to this whole episode.  The moon exploded, cities burned, the world was dying.
 


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  • moonriver said on Feb 16, 2009....
    i understand, friend.
    and i think she will, too.
    she will always cheerfully bark and wag her tail for you from canine heaven.

  • Lucytorial said on Feb 16, 2009....
    I think so moon, we aren't going to give her a needle, we're going to give her a pill in food, her favourite and sit with her as she falls asleep.
     
    When you look in her eyes there is pain and pleeding.  This is not how I wish to remember her, my little girl.  Her tail will turn into a helicopter.... as it use to, happy and free.
     
    It still doesn't help the feelings of loss and sadness though.
  • CreativeWoman said on Feb 16, 2009....
    I'm so sorry, Lucy.  I know it can't be easy.  I believe she'll carry your love with her. ((((hugs))))

    CW
  • uniquely-ironic said on Feb 16, 2009....
    My heart aches for you and hubby.  This is so sad for you two.  She will be released to the peace of the universe, and I know she holds no ill will, but rather gratitude that you have loved her so well.
  • Lucytorial said on Feb 16, 2009....
    CW thank you, as a country dog you might understand this, it cannot be in a vet surgery, it must be here where we can love her as she goes.
     
    Uni ~ This is very difficult, she has had a ownderfl life, we both do not ant to lose her yet we are slowly which is harder and more painful each day we ignore the fact she is not happy.
  • CreativeWoman said on Feb 16, 2009....
    Lucy,
    I understand wholeheartedly.  Letting her go from this life with the people she loves is the only way to go.  She is family and always will be.

    CW
  • Lucytorial said on Feb 16, 2009....
    I never thought it would be this difficult, that I could feel so shroweded in emotions... just a dog? I keep trying to tell myself that but I know she isn't just a dog.
  • CreativeWoman said on Feb 16, 2009....
    No she isn't.  My cat, Morris, died a couple of years ago.  I still miss him terribly.  He didn't like anything but me.  He'll never be replaced. I cried like a baby when he died.  I'm sure it will be the same when my own older dog passes.  She's been a good friend.

    CW
  • MissMimi said on Feb 16, 2009....

    I think you're doing a very compassionate thing, and spending those last moments with her as she slips away will be a precious memory for you.  There's no doubt you love her dearly.  I'm so sorry for your pain, Lucy.  {{{hugs}}}

  • Lucytorial said on Feb 16, 2009....
    missy ~ I know it is yet, there is a part of me that wishes to ignore it, to keep her here... oh I love her like a child, I don't think I can talk much more on this though guys... just wanted I guess to get it off my chest.
  • pusscat said on Feb 16, 2009....
    She will bless you forever Lucy for answering her.
    She knew she was always loved.
    I won't go on, just to say that I'll be thinking of the three of you.
    Nothing will make it any easier darling.
    Wish I could hug you.
  • gingersoul said on Feb 16, 2009....
    That's what we do....when our pets are dying we stay close to them until the end.....we do everything we can do to make their passage comfortable.....we keep them warm ...and then we cry....

    Unfortunately..... i went through these passages too many times....the new passage had never been easier than the previous one...i saw dying 6 lovely pets already.....

    But that's all we can do.....love them and let them go...
  • Hegemone said on Feb 16, 2009....
    Lucy, I'm so sorry.  Not gonna drivel on about a lot ... I think it goes better unsaid.  I can understand your pain though, and I think that your pup has had a pair of wonderful humans to give her companionship throughout this life.  Bless her, bless you two and I hope you can feel these virtual (((((((((((((((((hugs)))))))))))))))
  • wombat said on Feb 16, 2009....
    I'm sorry, too. But it sounds like you are doing the most compasionate, if painful thing.  This brings a tear to my eye thinking of past pets, and I know it's rough for you both.
  • woman said on Feb 16, 2009....
    I'm crying but you are doing the right thing Lucy. I remember those eyes. Telepathic and clear. Just hug her and pet her and talk to her. You're doing the right thing. Difficult, but right.
  • quietone said on Feb 16, 2009....
    {{{{{{{{{{{{{{hugs}}}}}}}}}}}  I think you both decided the right thing.  Yes it is sad, but she will be w/o pain and running and rolling over rainbow bridge with all the other pets that have come and gone ~
  • vacantmind said on Feb 16, 2009....
    There is nothing so beautiful as the unconditonal love we receive from our canine friends. I know this has to be so sad for you but, your girl will appreciate  your sacrifice to set her free from her body.
  • wishyouwerehere said on Feb 16, 2009....
    (((((((((((((((((Lucy)))))))))))))))))))
  • pickersplock said on Feb 16, 2009....
    I've lost may pets, Lu.
    It's never easy, almost like losing a child. 
    A good friend, at least.
     
    Our last cat, Sadie, languished for three days.
    Not moving, just breathing heavily every few minutes.
    We knew it was time...............
    My visited my husband's Aunt the day before she passed (brain tumor).
    She had the same slow and heavy breathing and we knew her time was soon also..............................you'll know when it's time,
    when the inevitable is close at hand and you'll do what you need to, to make her passing as quick and painless as possible.
    May you be comforted, Lu.................
  • Twylarants said on Feb 16, 2009....
    I'm so sorry, Lu.
  • Psych-ed said on Feb 16, 2009....
    I'm sorry Lucy {{{{{{{{{{{{HUGS}}}}}}}}}}}}}}
  • husbandhater said on Feb 16, 2009....
    The moon is her the cities could be you and your husband and as for the world dying that is your world as you know it coming to an end and changing b/c she will not be part of your life. {{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{Lucy}}}}}}}}}}}}}}} I know the lost of a pet can be like losing a loved one. We went through it twice recently with my inlaws. They still haven't replaced the dogs yet and my father-inlaw comes tears at the mere mention of the them. My kids cried even I did.  I'm so sorry for you honey. I just did a list of poems on faith and friendship. I'm pretty sure you could apply it to pets too. Why don't you stop by and read them:~)
  • RollingC said on Feb 16, 2009....
    (((  HUGS )))  Lucy....
    Rc
  • pusscat said on Feb 16, 2009....
    Tthought of you as soon as I got up darling.
    My thoughts will be with you all day.  I know your day there will be nearly over by now but I'll think of you all as you sleep too. 
    My Rena will be waiting for Strauss, tail wagging.  She was like an aunty to every dog in the area (actually to any animal including rabbits, big soft thing that she was :-) even stood with the kids at the roadside waiting till the cars had passed before crossing.  She was an unpaid crossing 'lady'.  She'll be in good 'paws' my darling.

    ((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((( T-L, D, S )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))
  • queenparanoia said on Feb 16, 2009....
    {{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{HUG}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}
  • PieterOpie said on Feb 16, 2009....
    ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– • o • O • o • –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

    Dear Lucy,
    what a rotten thing this is. Your sadness is obvious in your words and I feel it with you.  It heightens the grief I still feel for my beloved Ralph and so I do feel great sorrow for your loss.  It can sometimes be harder to endure than any other kind of loss. These souls are so open, so honest and innocent.  They deserve to live forever. 

    Whatever happens when our time is up, I believe all souls must gather in the same place no matter what they were on earth and there we meet again as equals and friends forever like the love that lives on inside of us.

    Courage to you. My best wishes,  Pieter.

    ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– • o • O • o • –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

  • mom said on Feb 17, 2009....
    Lucy- I am so sorry, dealing with death is never easy when feelings are involved.  You are doing the right thing in releasing her from her pain.  There is little I can say to make it easy for you and your husband.  At least she won't be alone when she goes and you both will be able to say your goodbyes.  Hugs to you, Lucy
  • Never_Mind_The_Quality said on Feb 17, 2009....
    _____________________________________________________________________

    Lucy,
    I think, the more it hurts, the more you should know how good her life was with you.
    Almost 14, that's 98 years of our life!
    This is the comfort I had when both my cats died last year. they were very old
    and had had a full life.
    I wish you and hubby strength, dearest Luce. <3<3<3

    ;-((

    Pete
    ______________________________________________________________________


  • PAPERBACKWRITER said on Feb 17, 2009....

    (((((((((((((((((((((((warmest embrace))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))

    <3

    paper ~


  • SlickNick said on Feb 17, 2009....
    Aww Lucy... I am so sorry. She is not just a pet she is a friend. I have a cat who was often there when others weren't. And its just comforting sometimes to come home to something that loves you and doesn't judge you. I wish you and your hubby strength in this painful time. Just be happy that you gave her such a wonderful life. ((((HUGS))))
  • fragglesrock said on Feb 17, 2009....
    lucy what a generous thing you are doing for her...the greatest gift is to set her free of the pain...she will make the passage with such peace, with her beloved people present and at her favorite spot...my heart goes out to you
  • cuppajava said on Feb 17, 2009....
    I have sent you a PM Lucy -as i said,I have been in this boat more than once,I know what it is like to go through this - i hope what i said in the PM made sense
    Take Care
    X
  • starchini said on Feb 17, 2009....
    oh lucy, im so sorry, i just couldnt imagine.  I really cant hardly wrap my mind around it, it makes me wanna cry with you.  I have a 17 year old toy poodle that i got as a christmas present when i was 4, he is blind, def, toothless and has arthritis...we thought about putting him down bc for a while he just was so miserable looking, but he bounced back, we gave him some vitamins in his food and he gets doggy arthritis meds and he acts like a pup again, i just know deep down though that his time has to be coming soon...hes 17 for crying out loud...I just cant imagine.  Im soo sorry for you.  I think your doing the right thing though, id want someone to put me out of my misery.  Take care, im very sorry for all this...I keep thinking of will smith in the movie "i am legend", the part where he euthanised his german sheopard made me cry hysterically, i just, gosh, im very sorry..
  • LonelyWanderer said on Feb 17, 2009....
    I'm so sorry to hear about your dog, but you are totally doing the right thing. Whilst it hurts so much to lose a pet so loved, it hurts more watching them suffer every day. When

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