Dealing with a dogs death

musicismylife78

My families dog is being put to sleep today. he is 9 years old, has had major liver problem, stomach is filling up with liquid.

How do I deal with this? Any suggestions? Music, books, films to help me cope?

Its a sad day. Especially considering how important dogs are.

How do I deal with this?

patrickredeyes

radiohead33 wrote:

My families dog is being put to sleep today. he is 9 years old, has had major liver problem, stomach is filling up with liquid.

How do I deal with this? Any suggestions? Music, books, films to help me cope?

Its a sad day. Especially considering how important dogs are.

How do I deal with this?

I am so sorry to hear the news about your family dog. :(

It's never easy and I swear it gets harder everytime.

Just remember that he won't be in anymore pain. Remember the good times and think of any funny stories with him when he was younger. It helps too laugh just a little bit on days that are so tough like this.


I wish you and your family well.

Boom The Cat

Remember the good parts, dogs are much more aware than people give them credit for. I'm sure your dog appreciated you as much as you appreciated him. I'm sure as an owner you gave him warmth, shelter, food, water, attention and love. That is the best life a dog can get. Just be happy that you made his like hundreds of times better than it could have been. Take care

sweet adeline

sorry to hear about this, dogs can be like family members (or even better than some). putting a dog down is never easy.

best wishes my friend.

JaneNY

I am so sorry. We have lost several cats. It is never easy to lose a pet. In terms of practical suggestions on how to deal with it, I guess the best thing to remember is his pain will be over and he won't be hurting anymore, and remember that he had a good life with your family.

pouch15

Sorry to hear this, one question, What race was your dog?

Towsertunes

Sorry about your situation.
I had a great dog for 15 years and his health was deteriorating
so I put him down.
It was very hard.
There will be a normal grieving process which is very healthy and helpful.
Time will be your best asset,and yes, it gets better.
I often think of him and have fond memories.
Sometimes a new dog(puppy) helps the transition.
Good Luck.

norm

Rainbow Bridge

Just this side of heaven is a place called Rainbow Bridge.

When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to Rainbow Bridge.
There are meadows and hills for all of our special friends so they can run and play together.
There is plenty of food, water and sunshine, and our friends are warm and comfortable.

All the animals who had been ill and old are restored to health and vigor; those who were hurt or maimed are made whole and strong again, just as we remember them in our dreams of days and times gone by.
The animals are happy and content, except for one small thing; they each miss someone very special to them, who had to be left behind.

They all run and play together, but the day comes when one suddenly stops and looks into the distance. His bright eyes are intent; His eager body quivers. Suddenly he begins to run from the group, flying over the green grass, his legs carrying him faster and faster.

You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet, you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted again. The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress the beloved head, and you look once more into the trusting eyes of your pet, so long gone from your life but never absent from your heart.

Then you cross Rainbow Bridge together....

iluvcats

I'm very sorry about your family's dog. Losing a pet is awful. My cat already had medical problems but then something changed. Within 2 weeks, he was put to sleep. It was up to me to decide when. I felt like someone ripped by heart out. It's still hard for me to talk about him without getting a lump in my throat.
It's not a year yet.

I woke up when I was 23 (25 years ago) to find my Persian cat dead by me, on the floor, at the age of 4! I mourned for 3 weeks. I honestly don't know how I got over it.
Time?

my sister got another cat about 3 months after she had her cat put to sleep due to a kidney problem. I could not do that. I'm not sure when I'll get another pet.

hang in there

PJ_Lukin

Find your favorite picture of him and keep and keep it close by. Ultimately, that is how you will remember your friend. Mine left me almost 15 years ago and I still miss him.

Towsertunes

cutback wrote:

Rainbow Bridge

Just this side of heaven is a place called Rainbow Bridge.

When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to Rainbow Bridge.
There are meadows and hills for all of our special friends so they can run and play together.
There is plenty of food, water and sunshine, and our friends are warm and comfortable.

All the animals who had been ill and old are restored to health and vigor; those who were hurt or maimed are made whole and strong again, just as we remember them in our dreams of days and times gone by.
The animals are happy and content, except for one small thing; they each miss someone very special to them, who had to be left behind.

They all run and play together, but the day comes when one suddenly stops and looks into the distance. His bright eyes are intent; His eager body quivers. Suddenly he begins to run from the group, flying over the green grass, his legs carrying him faster and faster.

You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet, you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted again. The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress the beloved head, and you look once more into the trusting eyes of your pet, so long gone from your life but never absent from your heart.

Then you cross Rainbow Bridge together....

This story is what the vet sent me in the mail after I put my dog down.
He also included an ink print of my dog's paw on a blank card,like a "fingerprint".
I now have that framed with his picture.

Fifthelement

My sympathies to you and your family. Like others have said, grieve and remember. It is never easy.

Pax!

Allie

I'm so sorry about your puppy :(

EvilMerlin

I'm really sorry about your loss. :(

As far as what to do, I never could read, watch tv or anything like that if I'm suffering a loss. I've gotta be out and be active. I can't focus if I'm just sitting there. I'll read 30 pages of a book and remember maybe 1 page. The thoughts will just continue on and I'll continue to be sad. Not that I shouldn't be sad, but I just end up sitting there and not very functional. So if I'm out doing things that keep me busy, I'll keep my head up and have a bit more focus, all while still thinking about all the good times.

markymark550

It's always sad whenever a pet dies. I'm sorry about your dog :(

Like others have said, take solace in the fact that he won't be in any more pain and to remember the good times you had with your dog.

PJaddicted

Sorry about your beloved dog. Petloss.com helped me when I lost my two dogs last year.

oxc

sponger

The vet that put my dog down let me have it done outside on the grassy area in front of the animal hospital.

It was a little embarassing because there I was this grown man crying his eyes out in front of everyone. One of the receptionists brought me a box of tissues from inside, so they must've heard me from all the way in there.

Anyhow, it's comforting for me, however, to think that maybe my dog's last moments were filled with a sense of peace and tranquility from being outside in the grass next to a person who cared for him.

I am very thankful that it did not have to happen on one of those cold, stainless steel beds that are typically found in pet hospital rooms.

At any rate, I suggest just trying to remind yourself that you did all you could to give your pet a fulfilling, happy life.

OneLove

I am so sorry. Hugs to you and your family. Hang in there.

patrickredeyes

I've told this story before. But when my dog Mandy had to be put to sleep a few yrs ago. They let us come in and be with her as they gave the shot. Holding her paw in my hand I watched as she closed her eyes and went to sleep. Right across from us there was a brown lab giving birth to pups. It was the circle of life right in front of my eyes. I'll never forget that.


Once again I am sorry for all the sadness and pain your going threw.

the wolf

im very sorry to hear this. my dogs are getting old too, they are 12. not looking forward to that day.

my heart goes out to you.

chiquimonkey

i am so sorry for your loss :(