The dog

[Daz1878]

So sorry to hear this, mate. He has been a great friend and pet, and a huge part of your family, for many years. But in taking this difficult step you are doing the right thing by him, even though - having been there myself - it can feel like anything but the right thing. All the best, mate x

 

[tommye]

JJ don’t start blaming your mishaps on him.

Thanks all for the messages. Signing off for the night to spend some time lying with boy. Seriously thanks all. Means a lot.

 

[arch stanton]

Not that often I cry. Don’t think I’ve cried in over 15 years. Tonight Ive cried a lot.

My dog, nougat. 14 years old. Jack Russel cross with bichon frise. I think it’s finally time he has to go. Absolutely dreading tomorrow and the thought of it is knocking me sick.

Over the past 6-12 months he rapidly slowed down. Not wanting to go on walks or not being able to walk far. He developed shaking(Parkinson’s) around 10 months ago but was not in any pain. Over the past 6 months he developed a cough. He was always well in himself and carried on eating and drinking as normal. However over the past few weeks and since I got home off holiday I have noticed a serious deterioration in him. Someone once told me that when you know you know. I can tell he’s in pain and it’s not fair to let him go on like this.

Tomorrow morning I will take him the vets. We got one last night with our best mate. The breaking the news to the kids is what’s really going to hurt.

I don’t want pity or anything here, just thought I’d create a thread to let people know that my dog, the best dog going is in his final hours. He was a hero to me, the wife and the kids.

For anyone who has lost a dog or a pet then I send I my love to you. Tomorrow will be hard but I hope there is some type of peace for him after.

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Thoughts are with you pal, it's always horrific when our furry mates leave us. Remember the good times, the happy life he had., be with him when he goes, let your eyes be the last thing he sees as he goes. It's the best/last thing you can do for him xx

 

[Clarky cat]

Really sorry to hear this, my thoughts are with you all.

 

[Blue 1]

So sorry mate.

 

[lesbattersby]

About 5 years ago I let our jack Russell out the back yard like every morning for an hour or so. Normally I'd just open the door and she would just run in. Not this morning, I opened the door and no sign of her. I looked out and called her but couldn't see her. I went out and there she was struggling really bad crawling on her stomach. I took her to the vets who said she had been poisoned and was to far gone. Then when the vet left to give us a few minutes to say goodbye, I just broke down and was heart broken for a good while after it. Truth be told i still miss her now. Thoughts with you and the family.

 

[Shevin Keedy]

Sad mate. Very similar situation with our little Roscoe a couple of years ago, he was a Parson Jack Russell.

It's heartbreaking but all you can do is remember how happy a life you gave him, a lot of dogs aren't that lucky unfortunately.

 

[blueconverse]

Just awful. Until I got a dog I didn't understand how much you bond with them but I do now. As I type this my 13 year staffy is snoring his head off next me and he's started to slow down alot recently and this really is a reminder of how short they are with us and we really dont deserve them . Best of luck for tommorow

 

[verreauxi]

Rough times. I'm sorry for you and your family. Just know that your dog had a great run of it with folks who loved him.

 

[LostLegend]

They really do become part of the family.

Dogs want nothing but a bit of love, food and the occasional walk. And for that you'll get loyalty and love eternal in return.
Truly mankind's best friend.

Many hugs.

 

[DavidH]

Horrible mate, just remember you gave him a great life. All the best fella

 

[Kurt.]

So sorry to hear this mate, sadly been in the same position twice before with our dogs. The only words I can offer you in consolation are the words somebody told me at the time “Just remember, the dog was there for part of your life, but you were there for all of theirs” xx

Thoughts with you and your family x

 

[Hinchcliffe's Corner]

Been there, broke me. Sending you my love John x

 

[Andy is the King]

I find this heart breaking. It is so painful losing pets. Nougat looks like such a sweet little guy.

Lost a few pets over the years, it doesn't get easier.

Give it time, the pain will subside & you'll be left with happy memories.

Take care mate.

 

[chicoazul]

Is right on sharing man. Grief is the most hideous feeling, can’t wish tomorrow to go well but just want you to be kind to yourself mate. Thinking of you.