I really need your thoughts and advice on this...

[ticklishscribe]

I had to put my dog to sleep today, as she was so old and ill there was no comfortable life for her anymore..

The thing is, and while I have done this before with other dogs in my life... Why do I feel like I murdered someone. I played GOD, and I didn't like it.

 

[isabeau]

I had to put my dog to sleep today, as she was so old and ill there was no comfortable life for her anymore..

The thing is... Why do I feel like I murdered someone. I played GOD, and I didn't like it.

hon she was suffering..you did a very humane thing for her..it will take time however to get over your loss.. you did not murder her..i felt the same way when we had to put tigger to sleep...cry, it will do you good. but you did not murder your dog..

 

[kered]

I've done that myself and yes it hurts. You didn't murder your dog, you released her from the pain she was constantly enduring. You helped her......remember that.

 

[Bugman]

You did the right thing man.I have had to do that several times,and i know how hard it is.When things get to that point its really the best thing to do,rather then let the dog,cat etc go on like that.I think your dog would say thanks for ending my pain.Hang in there it will be ok.

 

[TklDuo-Ann]

Heck, I felt guilty just burying my cat last winter. I can't imagine if I'd had to help him go. I feel for ya.

Ann

 

[lk70]

I keep hoping and praying that my very senior cat and very senior dog will pass quietly in their sleep, but more likely I'm going to have to make a decision fairly soon.

You know it's really nothing like murder and is really the kindest thing you could do for her. Doesn't make it any easier though.

Take the time to grieve and you'll heal better.

 

[isabeau]

we were fortunate with Stevie.. she died at home, with david at her side..he dug her grave in the backyard, and as we placed her in a box, with a few of her favorite toys surrounding her, we cried.. then when david buried her, he cried again...we planted a miniature rose bush above her grave, and on the side of the porch, above her grave, there is a cardboard plaque, with the words Stevie.... but tigs we took to the vet, when she was acting sick and losing weight.. she was suffering and the vet said there was no hope.. so she was put to sleep..

 

[qjakal]

Never easy...just hold their heads and fulfill your responsibility to them...your final one.

Would that we all could leave so peacefully. Small comfort but there are times when doing your duty is tough. You did what was necessary.

Q

 

[TicklishGrl4Lfe]

I talked about this before but I had to put my cat Casper (only 2 years old) to sleep because of feline leukemia. I brought his body back home and buried him here and planted a plant on top of his grave but it got all weed-whacked when my grandfather came over to weed whack or back yard. It is comforting it know I have a small place to grieve on the anniversary of his euthanazation.

 

[drew70]

Nothing but great advice in this thread. You did the right thing, man. You took the unselfish route and did what had to be done, even though you hated doing it.

 

[giggleygirl25]

it sucks huge to have to do that to a beloved pet...but sometimes it's the only thing that can be done. i'm sorry for your loss scribe

 

[DannyMc]

Scribe , you did it out of love and it's not easy .

 

[ticklishscribe]

Thanks to all of you for your thoughts and while I know I did the right and merciful thing, I still feel how I feel.

Tsis is one of actualy two deaths in my life today as one of my long times friends died in his doctor's office of cardiac arrest. He hadn't been feeling well for the last two weeks and finally managed to see the doctor. His wife, also a long time friend phoned me this morning to tell me.

I shall miss them both...

 

[steph]

OMG! My friend's 14 y/o dog was just killed by another dog yesterday who somehow (?) got into the yard without any signs of forced entry, it's a fenced yard. The sheriff was baffled and so was animal control--the attacking dog had no ID--what the hell is WRONG with pet owners these days?

I'm so sorry for your loss--you did the humane thing. Don't laugh but I do believe in pet heaven and she has forgiven you.

XOXO

 

[tickleshotel]

HUn while it hurt you to have to put her to sleep ,you can take confort that with you by her side at her last moments,that she passed away in peace..I have had to put my dog to sleep also about 11 years ago ,I know the feeling that you feel you lost her,but I believe Pets have souls,spirits too and they are still with us though not in a physical sense..
Lots of hugs hun,and I am sorry to hear that you not only had to put your dog to sleep but you had a long time friend die too,my deepest sympathies,condolences..keep your chin up hun,your a very caring,sensitive guy with a big heart ..

 

[chicago]

I think it's better you put her to sleep.

You'd be a sick bastard if you let her suffer.

You're just mourning your loss right now, no need to feel guilty about anything.

Besides, all dogs go to Heaven, you know.

 

[BLUE_THUNDER]

scribe, believe me when i say i feel your pain, even though its a way overused statement. i had to put my dog down one year ago, she was 14 1/2 and it was just her time. i hated having to make that choice, but there was no other choice to be made. i have a new puppy now (alaskan malamute) but not one day goes by that i dont think about my old best friend. NEVER think you did the wrong thing, because when its that time, thats all you can do. dont get down on yourself for it. peace.........BLUE_THUNDER

 

[rajee]

Ticklishscribe, you did the right, courageous and compassionate thing. When domesticated pets get old their health problems make their lives more uncomfortable and more dependant.
When my dog Maxine got lymphoid cancer she wasn't herself. She was weaker, quieter and got more and more in pain. We took her to the vet to put her down.

If time doesn't heal your heart, it will make it more easier to go on with your life. 😀

 

[lightninbug]

Scribe. my friend...you did the right thing.

Brother, I was in your shoes just 6 mos. ago...

Truman was suffering from seizures for the last year & a half...on the last daty after the 13th seizure in a 24 hr. period the Vet 's Office was finally open & THEY Loved Him so much they made a house call.
My Dog gave me unconditional LOVE; what kind of friend would I be If I denied HIM when he needed me to Make the 'Sad but necessary call'.

When we have a pet, we sign up for the WHOLE RIDE...the Joyeous Puppy who comes home that 1st day...the Dog who rides in the front seat of the truck...sharing THANXGIVING Dinner...the 1st time he sees SNOW (wow, you wanna talk hilarious!)...AND there's the Not so Fun Times...the trips to the vet...Pulling Porrcupine Quills outta his mouth...Bailin' em out of the Pound...
...and DAYS Like Today.

You were a responsible friend and a good Pet owner.
We'll ALL see our Pets Again under the 'Rainbow Bridge'

You were the Best friend to him as he was to you...you did OK, Partner.

Take care & allow yourself a decent grieving period.
BUG

 

[ticklishscribe]

My thanks to all who responded...

Your kind words have helped me a lot.