Think I'm losing him
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A Dog's Plea
I'm not going to put the whole thing here, just the parts I thought of, when reading this thread.
"Treat me kindly, my beloved friend, for no heart in all the world is more grateful for kindness than the loving heart of mine.
And, my friend, when I am very old, and I no longer enjoy good health, hearing or sight, do not make heroic efforts to keep me going. I am not having fun. Please see that my trusting life is taken gently. I shall leave this earth knowing with the last breath I draw that my fate was always safest in your hands."
You have some heavy decisions to make, and you have my prayers.
I'm not going to put the whole thing here, just the parts I thought of, when reading this thread.
"Treat me kindly, my beloved friend, for no heart in all the world is more grateful for kindness than the loving heart of mine.
And, my friend, when I am very old, and I no longer enjoy good health, hearing or sight, do not make heroic efforts to keep me going. I am not having fun. Please see that my trusting life is taken gently. I shall leave this earth knowing with the last breath I draw that my fate was always safest in your hands."
You have some heavy decisions to make, and you have my prayers.
Been there!
A little over a year ago, I had to make that final decision for our beloved 10 year old rottweiler, Shelby.
She was with us through thick and thin and had to stay with my parents for 6 months because we moved from Ontario, Canada to DFW, Texas in May and it was too hot for her to fly, so we had to wait 6 months for the airline to ok her flying and she was put in cargo and flew by herself. She never lost her laid back attitude or her love for us.
As she got older, she had arthritis in her hips and some hip displyasia, she slowly got worse. A year ago all of a sudden within 3 days she went from climbing a flight of stairs to sleep on my boys bed to not being able to move her hind end. She could not get around by herself and she looked at us as much to say, "this isn't me, and I don't want to be a burden".
Taking her to the vets that last time and coming home without her was the hardest thing I ever had to do. Our 4 kids were devastated, as were my husband and myself. But I believe she was better off. She died with dignity and my utmost respect. (You see since we moved here, I haven't been alwed to work, due to my lack of formal education and eligibility for my own work visa, but that's another story, and Shelby was my constant companion day in and day out when everyone else was at work or at school. She would follow me from kitchen to computer to bedroom to mailbox. Wherever I was so was she.) I know I did the right thing and even now I get tears thinking about it, but she went quick and peacefully and I was by her side till the very end.
Peace be with you in whatever you decide for your constant companion.
A little over a year ago, I had to make that final decision for our beloved 10 year old rottweiler, Shelby.
She was with us through thick and thin and had to stay with my parents for 6 months because we moved from Ontario, Canada to DFW, Texas in May and it was too hot for her to fly, so we had to wait 6 months for the airline to ok her flying and she was put in cargo and flew by herself. She never lost her laid back attitude or her love for us.
As she got older, she had arthritis in her hips and some hip displyasia, she slowly got worse. A year ago all of a sudden within 3 days she went from climbing a flight of stairs to sleep on my boys bed to not being able to move her hind end. She could not get around by herself and she looked at us as much to say, "this isn't me, and I don't want to be a burden".
Taking her to the vets that last time and coming home without her was the hardest thing I ever had to do. Our 4 kids were devastated, as were my husband and myself. But I believe she was better off. She died with dignity and my utmost respect. (You see since we moved here, I haven't been alwed to work, due to my lack of formal education and eligibility for my own work visa, but that's another story, and Shelby was my constant companion day in and day out when everyone else was at work or at school. She would follow me from kitchen to computer to bedroom to mailbox. Wherever I was so was she.) I know I did the right thing and even now I get tears thinking about it, but she went quick and peacefully and I was by her side till the very end.
Peace be with you in whatever you decide for your constant companion.
Shanz
Boxer Insane
I think if you havent had to let Vex go by the 12th, I think you should take him to the picnic even for just a little while Im sure he would enjoy it 
i Wish you luck in your decision, and know that whichever one you make, it is the right one.
Weep, but not in anger. Weep in unending praise for a lovely spirit who taught you so much and loved you so well
i Wish you luck in your decision, and know that whichever one you make, it is the right one.
Weep, but not in anger. Weep in unending praise for a lovely spirit who taught you so much and loved you so well
high octane
Completely Boxer Crazy
If I didn't know better I would think Vex had been reading these threads. He has been as happy and snuggley as ever. The moraphine doesn't seem to do much other than maybe make him a little more sleepy, which hopefully means he is in no pain. Thx all for your support. It looks like he will get to go to the picnic on Sunday and enjoy a little more time with his family. He sure is getting lots of love. Keep your fingers and paws crossed. Thx Suzie and Vex
Burton'sMa
Boxer Booster
You are in our prayers......I am glad to hear Vex is feeling better.....enjoy yourselves at the picnic
I just wanted you to know that Vex and you are in my thoughts and prayers. I am facing the same situation w/ brutus & a brain tumor and grand mal seziures, so i feel your pain.
Wish we could say something to make it all better. We are here and am thinking of you both.
best,
beth
Wish we could say something to make it all better. We are here and am thinking of you both.
best,
beth
sweetboxer
Banned
I am keeping my fingers crossed that Vex is feeling better. It sounds like he is a trooper and is doing better already. I can tell you that making the decision to help our babies to the Bridge is extremely difficult, but he will let you know when it's time. I struggled for days and then Cadence looked at me one night and I knew. As hard as it was and as much as I hated letting her go, I knew she would be free from pain and able to run and play with her new friends at the Bridge. We are all here for you and Vex as you tackle this obstacle together. I am sending lots of ((((((((((healing vibes))))))))))))))))) to you both and Skye and Colby send lots of wiggles to Vex.
Nicole, Colby, and Skye
with lots of angel love from my angel Cadence
9/25/03-5/24/05
Nicole, Colby, and Skye
with lots of angel love from my angel Cadence
9/25/03-5/24/05
high octane
Completely Boxer Crazy
EACA/NAC any luck?
I have decided to try Vex on aminocaproic acid (EACA) and n-acetycysteine (NAC). Has anyone had any luck with this combination and DM? I am also adding vitamin B & E, and coemzyme Q10. I might be wasting my money but I just gotta try.
I have decided to try Vex on aminocaproic acid (EACA) and n-acetycysteine (NAC). Has anyone had any luck with this combination and DM? I am also adding vitamin B & E, and coemzyme Q10. I might be wasting my money but I just gotta try.
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