Well shit...about to have to put #2 down.

[SilentStalkr]

Had to put my other buddy down about 3 months ago when all this shit started and now my other one has a huge mass on his spleen. It’s a matter of time. Might have days or months. My wife decided to bring him home. He is on meds but it won’t be long. I can tell by looking in his eyes. You guys that have seen it know what I’m talking about. That’s a look you don’t forget. Seen it in too many people and animals. Sad. I need a drink. The last 7 months have been ridiculous. Don’t much care for 2020.

 

[Doc68]

Sorry brother. It's always hard. Keep him fed with steaks and goodies.

 

[Maggot]

Sorry brother. It's always hard. Keep him fed with steaks and goodies.

And dont wait too long. Dont make him suffer too long.

 

[Dve216]

I just got my first puppy in years last week. Cause I can’t deal with that shit he’s a baby jagdterrier and already I’m like if anything ever happens to this little guy it’s gonna fuck me up. I named him after my first and best dog I ever had cause he will probably be the last. I’ve seen that these dogs have a pretty long life expectancy without unexpected issues. Sorry your going through this

 

[david walter]

This. I made the mistake once of keeping my dog alive way past when it was time, because I wasn’t ready to let her go.

in the end, I look back and see myself as selfish.

And dont wait too long. Dont make him suffer too long.

 

[Threadcutter308]

This. I made the mistake once of keeping my dog alive way past when it was time, because I wasn’t ready to let her go.

in the end, I look back and see myself as selfish.

It’s hard. Very hard. Don’t beat yourself up.

 

[Ravenworks]

Oh I feel for you there.
I had to put both of mine down as well, it was rough.
I actually bawled ( so the wife says)

 

[Alabusa]

They really do becomes loved members of the family and it hurts when they are gone. One of the hardest things we face as pet owners is putting aside our wants and feelings and doing what is best for the animal. I am close to the same decision myself and do not envy you, Sir.

 

[Gunfighter14e2]

It's easier to put down some so called humans, than a pet. BTDT

 

[Strykervet]

Man. I sure feel for 'ya brother.

My ex took the cocker spaniel I'd had since late 2005. She left in 2017 and I'd never have seen him again were it not for him breaking out of the house, running away, and her lack of following through meant the chip was still in my name so when he got picked up and taken to a vet (severely dehydrated, tired, weak and overheated) they called me. They even brought him to me and I got to spend several hours with him again before she came and got him.

Newton died in February and even though the ex had him and I haven't seen him since he ran away and came back that one time summer of 2019, it was still just as hard were he right here. I miss that little hardheaded dog. That little nub of a tail wagged constantly for 14 years.

So I have my setter and my cat, and I totally get it, they're family.

I agree to not let him suffer if he's there. That's totally your call and I agree, don't beat yourself up over it. You love him, you'll do the right thing when the time comes.

Your brothers are hear for 'ya too.

 

[lht645]

Sorry man, worst day ever

 

[Blue Sky Country]

It's easier to put down some so called humans, than a pet. BTDT

In my whole life, I ain't never had to call a dog or any other animal a "scumbag". Not once. Not ever. Even pitbulls that fuck up innocent people... Evil and intentional malice are just not the things you associate with animals...

 

[Expert684]

Wow sorry to hear about this, we had to put ours down April 27. It was the hardest thing I ever had to do. It was like she knew the day we were going to do it. She stayed in the coner of the yard by herself. Prayers and strength to you and your loved one.

 

[MtnCreek]

Very sorry to hear that. Tough situation.

Sometimes they just show up out of nowhere too. Kitten showed up here last week. A little banged up, but OK. Cats hate him so he's hanging out with the dogs.

 

[Alphatreedog]

Brother I will keep you in my prauers . Sorry to hear about your family member .
I've balled like a little girl more than once over having to put down a dog . I don't have words to ease your journey .

 

[CrowCommand]

One of the hardest days of my life was putting my first dog, Bullet, down. He was an 11 yr old Siberian Husky, my best friend for those years. Took me two years to man up, and get another puppy.

I feel for you bud.

 

[Nik H]

Make his life the best it can be for the time he has left.

Enjoy him immensely

Putting an animal that is part of the family down truly sucks

 

[Jscb1b]

!

 

[Carlos Danger]

My condolances. Anyone who can hold that guy when they squeeze the needle, watch him slip away, and walk out without a tear has no feelings or compassion whatsoever. Maybe why I never got back in the saddle.

 

[bigdaddydmd]

I feel for you. Just went down that road myself a few months ago so I understand the anguish you are going thru. Not a damn thing I can say will make it any better or easier or hurt less. Just know we at the hide are thinking of you and your buddy.

 

[ggmanning]

I like my dogs more than most people. Sorry brother.

 

[Bender]

As humans we may know and have many dogs.
But to a dog, they only know you for their whole existence.

I believe how we treat something or someone that can not ever offer something for us in return is how we will be judged.

Godspeed.

 

[Jscb1b]

They offer unconditional love.

 

[Arc Light]

My condolences brother. We lost our 10 year old rottie last year due to fucking cancer. Hardest day of my life thus far. Still miss him every day.

We're only now, over a year later, able to even consider getting another dog.

"The more people I know, the more I like my dogs" has never been truer.

 

[vh20]

Very sorry for what you have to go through (and just went through). Take comfort in knowing you can make this unavoidable transition a lot easier for him.

 

[HiDesertELR]

If the kindest souls lived the longest lives, dogs would outlive us all...

Sorry for what you're going through. It's a selfless act that let's them go in peace. Wishing you strength and comfort through this difficult time.

 

[Aries256]

Had to put my other buddy down about 3 months ago when all this shit started and now my other one has a huge mass on his spleen. It’s a matter of time. Might have days or months. My wife decided to bring him home. He is on meds but it won’t be long. I can tell by looking in his eyes. You guys that have seen it know what I’m talking about. That’s a look you don’t forget. Seen it in too many people and animals. Sad. I need a drink. The last 7 months have been ridiculous. Don’t much care for 2020.

Yikes oh man so sorry to hear

 

[footsteps]

Had to put my other buddy down about 3 months ago when all this shit started and now my other one has a huge mass on his spleen. It’s a matter of time. Might have days or months. My wife decided to bring him home. He is on meds but it won’t be long. I can tell by looking in his eyes. You guys that have seen it know what I’m talking about. That’s a look you don’t forget. Seen it in too many people and animals. Sad. I need a drink. The last 7 months have been ridiculous. Don’t much care for 2020.

Put 2 down here on the farm Within 6 week's i feel ya pain my best friend Jackie our beloved Beagle who shared our bed every night of his life, our big 90lb Black lab both terminal cancer... Got this little guy to help fill the void.....we still have 6 other labs, guardians here

 

[Samuel Whittemore]

Ouch. I'm so sorry... I think, were the emotional pain translated to physical ,--would be a lot like being harpooned in the heart over and over while dragged face down through a sea of jagged glass. Never want to go through that again.. but it looks like I will soon. Godspeed to your #2 --I'm certain they're ALL awaiting us, just on the other side.

 

[Bradu]

Sorry to hear. It sucks losing part of the family and it has to be rough knowing the days are limited with the other one.

 

[BytorJr]

Had to put my other buddy down about 3 months ago when all this shit started and now my other one has a huge mass on his spleen. It’s a matter of time. Might have days or months. My wife decided to bring him home. He is on meds but it won’t be long. I can tell by looking in his eyes. You guys that have seen it know what I’m talking about. That’s a look you don’t forget. Seen it in too many people and animals. Sad. I need a drink. The last 7 months have been ridiculous. Don’t much care for 2020.

I'm so sorry to hear this. My boy had similar growth on spleen and we did a biopsy and they think it was a "daughter spleen" because it was non-malignant. However, that was May/June of last year. He'd lost about 10 lbs (but he needed to). He'd always had loose bowel movements but by July he was crapping where he shouldn't have been. He just couldn't help it at night. In December we thought he had either colitis or IBS and put him on drugs for that; however, he couldn't hold any food at all and I think the meds also went straight out. Honestly I think he was still somewhat happy until January. I kept hoping the meds would work but they never did. In February I had no choice as he couldn't walk out the door. 2 weeks before he was still doing his normal block.

I still don't know if it was cancer; but the quick progression tells me it was. One vet told me a few years ago that doing a biopsy in many instances will turn a benign tumor malignant. Not sure if that's true; but it seemed to be in this case.

It was easier, mentally, for me to let my father go. If I had THAT to do over again, I'd have let him pass in ER and I think knowing what we had at the end he would have too. But my Dad was a tough man and wanted to fight it. That said, while it is not easy seeing a parent waste away over a few months, putting my dog down ripped me apart - heart and soul.

I'm still not over losing him 4 months later so I know the battle you're going to go through. Dogs are something special and the love they return is ALMOST completely free. Just feed them and mostly likely you'll be loved like nothing else can love you.

 

[bab029]

Had to do this last year. She gave us her life for near 14 years, it's part of the deal to see them out.

Couldn't even talk about it for a week after without breaking up. We made it a month before a new pup showed up.

 

[NCHillbilly]

Sorry to hear that. I've been there before and it just sucks. You're right though, 2020 has sucked pretty hard. Just try to keep your head up and have faith that things will get better.

 

[Do-nothing]

I lost my best buddy April 8th. Had him almost 13 too short years. Not a day has passed that I haven't thought of that little guy. He left my wife and I with broken hearts. You are in our prayers.

 

[rbutcher]

Just had to put down my best bud. He had two tumors, one in his brain and one in his neck. The vet said he had 3 months to live but he made it a whole year with no noticeable effects. In the end it wasn’t even the tumors that told us it was time. He just knew.

 

[DustBun]

I am so very sorry for what you are going through. I wish there were words to comfort you. I hope that all of the folks here that are sending you their best wishes and support brings you some comfort. Best wishes.

 

[Douglas-001]

I don't know if I have anything to add that has not already been said. This past June 6th, I had to let my dog go. She too had a mass on her spleen and it had grown very quickly and the ultra sound revealed that it was beginning to push on other organs, as well as some minor bleeding. In the last week of her life I learned a huge amount about these splenetic tumors/growths. I could not make her wait another week for surgery that may not have extended more quality life for her. That Friday night, I could see it in her eyes, I knew that I had to let her go. I still feel like a worthless piece of shit as these growths can go undetected for some time and are insidious. When my mother died a few years ago, I had to sign the paperwork to remove the ventilator as I was her only son. It was clear what I had to do and looking at my mother I knew she was not waking up or coming back. But when we have to make that call on our pets, the pets we love and cherish, it's a whole different experience that is full of mixed emotions. We want to hang on to our pets, but just as many others have said, when we see it in their eyes and behavior, it is time to release them from any more suffering. A terribly difficult decision pets owners will have to make at some time, and I prayed deeply to find the strength and courage to give her this final gift. Our vet made a house call and she was surrounded and held by all of us as she gently went to sleep. It seems I had more to add than expected. Thank you for allowing me to share this with you. Rest assured that I will continue to pray for not only my Cowbell, but for all of our pets and their owners, with a special intention to St. Francis, may he guide and protect our pets, now and forever! You are not alone SilentStlkr, we are with you!

 

[308pirate]

I've had to do this several times over the last 25 years. I dread when pets reach a certain age......

All I will say is this: better a day too soon than a second too late.

There are few things worse than the remorse that comes from realizing that you let your buddy suffer unnecessarily. Ask me how I know.

 

[lash]

Thinking of you brother. It’s never easy, almost especially for pets.

 

[Odogster]

The single most difficult decision I have ever had to make. Sorry to hear for sure.

 

[Odogster]

Dogs. One of the best part of life. Maybe the best or close to it. So loosing them is really horrible, and takes a while to cross that grief. Only another dog lover can understand.
I have 2 rescues now.
I didn't save their lives, they saved mine.
If there aren't dogs in heaven, fuck it , I'm not going in.

I think heaven is run by dogs, I mean just spell their name backwards

 

[Pester]

Nothing wrecks me more than putting one down. Agreed on not waiting too long.

I have the vet come out to the ranch and do it there. Costs me more but I want the last thing one of the pups to see is my face in a safe and familiar place.

Hang in there man.....it only hurts because you got so much for such a long time.