| They say you know when it's time. 20:12 - Sep 29 with 3613 views | BanksterDebtSlave |
...but when your dog is 19 years and 4 months old I'm not so sure. He can't see or hear much, does lots of standing and looning around but still has a good appetite and manages a walk every day. After this long I think it might be hard having to call time on the old boy so we have all given him our permission to die and here's hoping he goes out naturally. I'm not sure that ever happens though....or does it? |  |
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| They say you know when it's time. on 12:48 - Sep 30 with 795 views | Ryorry |
| They say you know when it's time. on 12:27 - Sep 30 by bluearmy4838 |
Certainly don't beat yourself up Ryorry. I'm sure my words will offer very little by way of reassurance over that but I'll say it anyway, in my time posting on here you've always struck me as a proper animal lover and I don't doubt for a second that dog had a lovely life with you and couldn't have wished for a more loving environment. As a homeie perhaps he waiting to get back for that very reason, maybe it was his wish as well. |
Oh bless you, hadn't thought of it like that re him being a 'homeie'. Many thanks (also to Churchy and ITFC_Bucks); am filling right up all over again, had better go - 'luckily' have a 80 minute dentist appt. this afty which might serve as a good 'distractor' pain ... [Post edited 30 Sep 12:52]
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| They say you know when it's time. on 13:06 - Sep 30 with 760 views | mutters |
Nothing much more to add to this thread but as somebody who has been there multiple times I am sending you all the best. Bloody tough decision, all I know is that I only let them go if they are in real pain or their quality of life is gone.
You'll know when, just enjoy the time now.
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| They say you know when it's time. on 13:40 - Sep 30 with 725 views | BanksterDebtSlave |
| They say you know when it's time. on 13:06 - Sep 30 by mutters |
Nothing much more to add to this thread but as somebody who has been there multiple times I am sending you all the best. Bloody tough decision, all I know is that I only let them go if they are in real pain or their quality of life is gone.
You'll know when, just enjoy the time now.
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He's with me at work today chilled out and sleeping in the sun and definitely still getting some pleasure from life. We've been preparing for his end for years now it seems, remember telling him to stick with it at least until Junior's A levels were done (she just started her final year at Uni!), then it's a birthday, his birthday, Christmas, another Christmas etc...he really is a force of nature and deserves a comfortable, peaceful end at the right time....roll on his 30th then.
Thanks for all the replies and shared memories.
Edit...Doggie kaolin is a wonderful thing! [Post edited 30 Sep 13:41]
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| They say you know when it's time. on 14:51 - Sep 30 with 689 views | vilanovablue |
Strangely with our beloved dog you could tell he was suffering and we made a mutual decision, it was bloody hard as I loved the dog and he clearly loved us back. One of the hardest tings I have ever done. |  | | |
| They say you know when it's time. on 15:40 - Sep 30 with 653 views | Joey_Joe_Joe_Junior |
Getting to nearly 20 years old for a dog is incredible, what a life!
Just a horrible decision but you will probably know when the times is right. All the best with it, never easy. |  |
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| They say you know when it's time. on 15:53 - Sep 30 with 625 views | GavTWTD |
| They say you know when it's time. on 12:21 - Sep 30 by GavTWTD |
That's rough. I lost 2 of mine where they were around 12 years old within a few months of each other and I had to put both down. My best mate, Jess, I chose her time and I had a day with her and she dictated what we did in terms of where to walk. She even wanted to climb a steep hill which for a dog of her condition was remarkable. At the end of the day we parted company and this is making me tear up.
If your dog is in pain then you know what to do. If your dog is enjoying your company and still enjoying life then perhaps its not time yet. |
One piece of advice should you go to the vets and don't bring them home, is talk to the vet beforehand, preferably another day. When I put my first dog down, they wanted to do some upselling about what I wanted to do with ashes, whether I wanted a paw print or whatever. Get that out of the way because all you want to do is go there, say your goodbyes, and leave. I learned that before I said goodbye to my pal and it made for a more positive experience if that's possible. I really did have a nice last day with Jess, and I'm pleased it went like it did. |  |
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| They say you know when it's time. on 16:33 - Sep 30 with 586 views | mutters |
| They say you know when it's time. on 15:53 - Sep 30 by GavTWTD |
One piece of advice should you go to the vets and don't bring them home, is talk to the vet beforehand, preferably another day. When I put my first dog down, they wanted to do some upselling about what I wanted to do with ashes, whether I wanted a paw print or whatever. Get that out of the way because all you want to do is go there, say your goodbyes, and leave. I learned that before I said goodbye to my pal and it made for a more positive experience if that's possible. I really did have a nice last day with Jess, and I'm pleased it went like it did. |
Good advice. My vets were lovely, they didn't even discuss that, they just let me be, said they would call in the morning to talk about stuff and to just go. They also let me go out the back door and not through the crowded reception which I honestly appreciated.
Pleased you had a nice last day with Jess. x | |
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| They say you know when it's time. on 07:40 - Dec 15 with 376 views | BanksterDebtSlave |
Looks like today is the day, off to dig a hole. R.I.P Spot 19 years 7 months young.
Edit ... all done, it was peaceful and the right time. Hole dug and he's lying by the fire in his bed! F.uck it's all a bit emotional! [Post edited 15 Dec 9:41]
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| They say you know when it's time. on 08:02 - Dec 15 with 346 views | noggin |
| They say you know when it's time. on 07:40 - Dec 15 by BanksterDebtSlave |
Looks like today is the day, off to dig a hole. R.I.P Spot 19 years 7 months young.
Edit ... all done, it was peaceful and the right time. Hole dug and he's lying by the fire in his bed! F.uck it's all a bit emotional! [Post edited 15 Dec 9:41]
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Sorry for your loss mate. RIP Spot. |  |
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| They say you know when it's time. on 08:10 - Dec 15 with 322 views | GlasgowBlue |
| They say you know when it's time. on 07:40 - Dec 15 by BanksterDebtSlave |
Looks like today is the day, off to dig a hole. R.I.P Spot 19 years 7 months young.
Edit ... all done, it was peaceful and the right time. Hole dug and he's lying by the fire in his bed! F.uck it's all a bit emotional! [Post edited 15 Dec 9:41]
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Hard day for you and the family banksy. Sending my best wishes. |  |
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| They say you know when it's time. on 08:17 - Dec 15 with 314 views | leitrimblue |
| They say you know when it's time. on 07:40 - Dec 15 by BanksterDebtSlave |
Looks like today is the day, off to dig a hole. R.I.P Spot 19 years 7 months young.
Edit ... all done, it was peaceful and the right time. Hole dug and he's lying by the fire in his bed! F.uck it's all a bit emotional! [Post edited 15 Dec 9:41]
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Sorry to hear that Banksy, thoughts with you and yer family |  | | |
| They say you know when it's time. on 08:21 - Dec 15 with 300 views | IPS_wich |
| They say you know when it's time. on 07:40 - Dec 15 by BanksterDebtSlave |
Looks like today is the day, off to dig a hole. R.I.P Spot 19 years 7 months young.
Edit ... all done, it was peaceful and the right time. Hole dug and he's lying by the fire in his bed! F.uck it's all a bit emotional! [Post edited 15 Dec 9:41]
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I feared the worst when I saw this bumped. Sorry for you and the family - thinking of you. |  | | |
| They say you know when it's time. on 08:34 - Dec 15 with 279 views | StochesStotasBlewe |
| They say you know when it's time. on 07:40 - Dec 15 by BanksterDebtSlave |
Looks like today is the day, off to dig a hole. R.I.P Spot 19 years 7 months young.
Edit ... all done, it was peaceful and the right time. Hole dug and he's lying by the fire in his bed! F.uck it's all a bit emotional! [Post edited 15 Dec 9:41]
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Sending love and hugs mate. |  |
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It's very, very quiet.
I can walk to the pub. |
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| They say you know when it's time. on 08:38 - Dec 15 with 271 views | bluelagos |
| They say you know when it's time. on 07:40 - Dec 15 by BanksterDebtSlave |
Looks like today is the day, off to dig a hole. R.I.P Spot 19 years 7 months young.
Edit ... all done, it was peaceful and the right time. Hole dug and he's lying by the fire in his bed! F.uck it's all a bit emotional! [Post edited 15 Dec 9:41]
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Sh1t day, hope Mrs Slave and Slave Jnr are ok too. |  |
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| They say you know when it's time. on 08:49 - Dec 15 with 258 views | Whos_blue |
That sucks Banksy.
I've never been a dog owner myself but my sister has. She lost her soul sister earlier this year and I know how much it hurts. |  |
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| They say you know when it's time. on 08:59 - Dec 15 with 236 views | Dubtractor |
Sorry to hear that mate. Can imagine you've developed an amazing relationship with him over 19 years. Time to reflect on all the adventures you've had with him in that time. |  |
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| They say you know when it's time. on 09:08 - Dec 15 with 210 views | DanTheMan |
| They say you know when it's time. on 07:40 - Dec 15 by BanksterDebtSlave |
Looks like today is the day, off to dig a hole. R.I.P Spot 19 years 7 months young.
Edit ... all done, it was peaceful and the right time. Hole dug and he's lying by the fire in his bed! F.uck it's all a bit emotional! [Post edited 15 Dec 9:41]
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I'm so sorry Banksy, hope you're doing OK. |  |
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| They say you know when it's time. on 09:28 - Dec 15 with 188 views | DJR |
Really sorry to hear that. |  | | |
| They say you know when it's time. on 09:43 - Dec 15 with 161 views | BanksterDebtSlave |
| They say you know when it's time. on 08:34 - Dec 15 by StochesStotasBlewe |
Sending love and hugs mate. |
Kisses Lancelot xx | |
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| They say you know when it's time. on 09:46 - Dec 15 with 160 views | BanksterDebtSlave |
| They say you know when it's time. on 08:59 - Dec 15 by Dubtractor |
Sorry to hear that mate. Can imagine you've developed an amazing relationship with him over 19 years. Time to reflect on all the adventures you've had with him in that time. |
Thanks Dubbers we were sharing some of those memories as the sedative took effect. So many memories, Junior and Miss Slave are in bits...obviously I'm manning up.....not! | |
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| They say you know when it's time. on 10:02 - Dec 15 with 139 views | _CliveBaker_ |
| They say you know when it's time. on 07:40 - Dec 15 by BanksterDebtSlave |
Looks like today is the day, off to dig a hole. R.I.P Spot 19 years 7 months young.
Edit ... all done, it was peaceful and the right time. Hole dug and he's lying by the fire in his bed! F.uck it's all a bit emotional! [Post edited 15 Dec 9:41]
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I'm sorry to hear this Bankster, its a horrible thing to go through.
Unbelievable innings and no doubt a doggy life very well lived and loved.
RIP Spot. |  | | |
| They say you know when it's time. on 10:13 - Dec 15 with 125 views | Ryorry |
| They say you know when it's time. on 07:40 - Dec 15 by BanksterDebtSlave |
Looks like today is the day, off to dig a hole. R.I.P Spot 19 years 7 months young.
Edit ... all done, it was peaceful and the right time. Hole dug and he's lying by the fire in his bed! F.uck it's all a bit emotional! [Post edited 15 Dec 9:41]
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Ah man, so sorry. And if you can’t be emotional now, when can you be. Let the salt water out.
19 years 7 months is a brilliant age for a dog (longest I’ve ever heard of I think) and he obviously had a great life with you.
R.I.P. Spot. | |
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| They say you know when it's time. on 14:20 - Dec 15 with 74 views | bluebudgie |
Sorry to hear that; a dog is part of the family, with boundless love and affection. It's something I have been through, and it's not nice, but at least it sounds like they had a long, extraordinary life with those who cared and loved him. That's all any dog could wish for. [Post edited 15 Dec 14:27]
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| They say you know when it's time. on 14:46 - Dec 15 with 38 views | BanksterDebtSlave |
| They say you know when it's time. on 14:20 - Dec 15 by bluebudgie |
Sorry to hear that; a dog is part of the family, with boundless love and affection. It's something I have been through, and it's not nice, but at least it sounds like they had a long, extraordinary life with those who cared and loved him. That's all any dog could wish for. [Post edited 15 Dec 14:27]
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You have no idea how hard it's going to hit until it happens. It has taken me by surprise and seeing how it is hitting Junior is hardest of all, but we'll muddle our way through.
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