Longclaw Posted July 24, 2009 Share Posted July 24, 2009 Chewy I'm so sorry. You've had enough to deal with lately. 17 years is a wonderfully long life but I imagine it doesn't make it any easier. Thinking of you and your family and your beautiful old boy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TrinaJ Posted July 24, 2009 Share Posted July 24, 2009 (edited) WOW 17 years....what a wonderful life you must have had together and so many wonderful memories. My heart breaks for you and am sending you my thoughts on this very hard day. I dont think we are every ready to say good-bye. ETA: What a lovely looking boy he is Edited July 24, 2009 by TrinaJ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dogdogdog Posted July 25, 2009 Share Posted July 25, 2009 I am so so sorry to hear this Chewy. Elliot you are going to be well received by your buddies. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pebbles Posted July 25, 2009 Share Posted July 25, 2009 The decision that breaks your heart Thinking of you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jibba Posted July 25, 2009 Share Posted July 25, 2009 17 yrs is wonderful, if only they all lived such long and obviously happy lives, chewy i feel terrible for you, but know you are a lovely lady and will get through this terrible time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wolfgirl Posted July 25, 2009 Share Posted July 25, 2009 What a grand old man he is and hugs to you at this very sad time Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MissMolly Posted July 25, 2009 Share Posted July 25, 2009 I don't know what to say that others haven't already said.. Take some comfort in the thought that he will once again be with his best friends.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roux Posted July 25, 2009 Share Posted July 25, 2009 I am sorry. Relish the time you have left and be grateful that your time together was so long and wonderful. Sorry, it all jsut sounds so trite. .... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WildatHeart Posted July 25, 2009 Share Posted July 25, 2009 (edited) sorry to hear he's so beautiful, Edited July 25, 2009 by WildatHeart Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Allerzeit Posted July 25, 2009 Share Posted July 25, 2009 I'm so sorry to hear that your journey together is reaching the end Elliot is certainly a grand old gentleman - 17, what a wonderful age, and a wonderful life he has had with you, I'm sure He will be welcomed with open paws by many friends, old and new, at the bridge for his next journey Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zhou Xuanyao Posted July 25, 2009 Share Posted July 25, 2009 Im sure Elliot has had a wonderful life all 17 years of it, a tough little mate whos done so well. Its hard when this time comes with a long time friend but a good time to reflect on life with him aswell and always remember him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ons Posted July 25, 2009 Share Posted July 25, 2009 I'm very very sorry to hear this thinking of you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sumosmum Posted July 25, 2009 Share Posted July 25, 2009 So sorry to read this about your beautiful man Elliot. Thinking of you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poodlemum Posted July 25, 2009 Share Posted July 25, 2009 So sorry to hear this, Chewy - Poodley hugs from Me, Harrison & Dylan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
~Shepherd~ Posted July 25, 2009 Author Share Posted July 25, 2009 Thanks everyone again, what a crap day. He is still here, but I think he will pass tonight. If not we will most likely take him somewhere tomorrow. He is comfortable and happy on his bed, but hasnt really moved all day except for a little drink earlier. I desperately want him to go at home in his sleep, and I know he wants to go to. He gave me the look just before, then dropped his head back down. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sam&Saki Posted July 25, 2009 Share Posted July 25, 2009 Chewy, if you'd prefer, you can ring your local vet or emergency room and ask them for the name and number of a (I can't remember the correct term) vet who specialises in palliative care by house calls. This is what I did for Kia at the end - I wish I could find the card of the vet I used. Her whole job was just making dogs comfortable as they get towards the end, and taking those final steps, if need be - she had no vet surgery, only did house calls. She was so wonderful, I really think I would have had a breakdown if not for her I could not have coped if I had to keep taking Kia out to the vets and leaving her alone in a sterile surgical environment to be poked and prodded by strangers. She helped make Kia comfortable, ensured she was on meds that would make her feel good over prolonging her life painfully, helped make it clear in my mind when it was time, and when the time came, because of her, Kia passed away at home, on her mat, with me and with my Dad; peacefully. Oh gosh I'm crying like an idiot now. It's so unfair that they don't have longer lives, beautiful trusting pure souls that they. I am so, so sorry Chewy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sam&Saki Posted July 25, 2009 Share Posted July 25, 2009 Oh I found it. 'My Best Friend' veterinary palliative care and home euthanasia services. Located in Melbourne, Australia and is owned and operated personally by Dr Emma Whiston. It is a very special service particularly for elderly and terminally ill companion animals. It provides compassionate and personalised ‘end of life’ veterinary care for our dearly loved pets in the private and familiar surroundings of their own home. My Best Friend is able to provide palliative care, pre-euthanasia guidance and preparation, home euthanasia and bereavement support as well as arrange for burial or cremation. My Best Friend can help you make the best decision possible for your best friend during this emotional time. Phone: 0422 953 441 http://mybestfriendonline.com.au/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nickyp Posted July 25, 2009 Share Posted July 25, 2009 (edited) Chewbacca, I had to let my 12 year old cat (the tabby boy in my sig) go today after a short illness. You know this already, but I can tell you from very, very recent experience, it hurts like hell and it's terribly hard to do, but when I felt his body free of tension, completely at peace I was sure it was the right thing to do. Hugs to you and your family, facing this hard, hard time. :rolleyes: Edited July 25, 2009 by popsicle Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
~Shepherd~ Posted July 25, 2009 Author Share Posted July 25, 2009 Thanks, I just feel sick about intervention when he already peacefully dying. I will call that number in the morning SS. I have had other animals PTS as I knew I was relieveing their pain including Squiddy, but Elliot seems at peace. Whos pain am I trying to take away by intervention? I have battled this all day. We have lots of vets around here, and had chosen one for this morning, but why? . He is enjoying a stroke of the head every now and then, he cant see or hear now at all. I think all senses have shut down besides feeling. I hope he goes tonight. The thought of a needle at this peaceful stage is making me feel more distressed, but if I think he is suffering in any way I will do the fair and right thing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
~Shepherd~ Posted July 25, 2009 Author Share Posted July 25, 2009 Chewbacca, I had to let my 12 year old cat (the tabby boy in my sig) go today after a short illness. You know this already, but I can tell you from very, very recent experience, it hurts like hell and it's terribly hard to do, but when I felt his body free of tension, completely at peace I was sure it was the right thing to do.Hugs to you and your family, facing this hard, hard time. :rolleyes: so sorry about your cat popsicle. Looks like a lovely boy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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