The dog

[Sticky Toffee Pudding]

So sorry for your loss ,all the best to you all.

 

[Connor]

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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Much love JJ.

I bet he was a very good boy.

 

[chrismpw]

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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Been there done that. Absolutely heartbreaking. Even though nothing lives forever, and it's a certainty that they will die at some point, none of that helps.

 

[Bosco]

Been through it myself a couple of times. It's the last kind thing you can do for much loved pets. I found waiting for it the worst part, afterwards was a sort of relief knowing they were no longer in any pain. Thinking of you all.

 

[Joey66]

It’s horrible to say but am really more heartbroken about telling the kids. There at a age where they understand but not fully. I sort of know it’s the right thing for the dog but explaining that is going to be hard.

They are a member of the family mate - I know how you feel - horrible experience - Lost our dog Nell 3 years ago - sometimes i still thinks shes here - she was so special all my family still miss her ... stay strong ....

 

[maccavennie]

Sorry to hear @john jako and I know my words won't be of any comfort but at least he was with you both when it happened and he's passed away peacefully at home with the ones he loved the most.

Take care mate and hope the kids are alright.

 

[malacker94]

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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That is really one of the sweetest dogs. You can be proud that you gave him a good life! Nevertheless very sorry for your loss.

 

[jazzy]

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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Very sadly I've had to see a few of my babies put to sleep. It is so hard but you know when the time's right. The only problem with dogs is that they don't live long enough but as long as they know they were loved that's all that matters. Take care mate

 

[Spadge Vernacular]

Thanks for all the messages everyone. Seriously means a lot.

Nougat didn’t make it through the night and passed away peacefully in his sleep with myself and the wife with him. Absolutely gutted.

Horrible as it is if ever there is a way to go this is surely it.

 

[Eggs]

….I’m a softie with dogs but have never had one since I got my own house. A few years ago my daughter got a French bulldog and he probably spends half his life with us. Dogs are such characters and give so much, they are always there for you.

Desparatrly sad when you have to say goodbye, but you can get some comfort from giving them a great life.

 

[JLW]

@john jako mate!!

Sorry for your loss.

 

[anjelikaferrett]

Oh this is so sad. At least he went on his own terms in familiar comfortable surroundings. Be happy that he lived his absolute best life with you and the family. Hugs x

 

[jazzy]

@john jako so sorry to hear the Nougat has passed. At least there's no more pain. Take care.

 

[Bazlar]

So sorry to hear this Jako. We have lost our two dogs in similar circumstances over the last 18 months and I can sympathise very much with what you are going through. Good luck with the kids aswell mate that will be tough. I would definitely give it time but all though you won't feel like it now surprise them with a puppy when you are ready

 

[john jako]

Just thought I’d touch base with everyone.

First of all, I can’t thank you all enough. For all the messages in here and the DMs, they mean alot. Honestly I knew the response to this thread would be like this but it’s defo still made me feel better. This is why I love this site, no matter our differences we all come together for each other.

Today was hard. Telling the children was difficult. I think the age that they are made it abit better but the 10 year old girl is upset. The little things like making tea and not having a dog sniffing about and going out and coming back into be created by a pet absolutely buzzing to see you has killed be today. I dug the grave with the father in law and he put his back out(thanks nougat, your last good deed).

Am sure time will heal but now it’s still to raw and I did never expect to be this upset. Having a few beers then will have a few whiskeys to toast him later.

Once again thanks everyone for the words. Boss site and I love you all, even you who don’t post pics of fridges.