pawsaroundoz Posted May 30, 2011 Share Posted May 30, 2011 My thoughts are with you, although I do not know you from reading your posts I know you will be doing what is best for your dog, because that is how you come over as a caring and committed dog person - the best people! I am in a sad place now too, but Carlin is not in physical pain, in fact he is a bit better physically than he has been for a while, but mentally he is a very sad old lad, he seems to be getting worse, he is scared of any loud noise now, not just in this house but if the next door neighbours door slams Carlin starts the whole heavy laboured breathing, acting really scared, end of the world stuff. He wanders around the house but then every so often will act scared of going into a room for no reason, like he has seen a ghost. He looks so haunted most of the time and I have no idea how to cheer him and make things better. Annie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happypaws Posted May 30, 2011 Share Posted May 30, 2011 My thoughts are with you, although I do not know you from reading your posts I know you will be doing what is best for your dog, because that is how you come over as a caring and committed dog person - the best people! I am in a sad place now too, but Carlin is not in physical pain, in fact he is a bit better physically than he has been for a while, but mentally he is a very sad old lad, he seems to be getting worse, he is scared of any loud noise now, not just in this house but if the next door neighbours door slams Carlin starts the whole heavy laboured breathing, acting really scared, end of the world stuff. He wanders around the house but then every so often will act scared of going into a room for no reason, like he has seen a ghost. He looks so haunted most of the time and I have no idea how to cheer him and make things better. Annie Annie have you thought about de-sensitization from a dog trainer / professional ?? I don't know any where you are but I am sure plenty of DOL ppl do .. Just wondering if it's an option or crossed your mind ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sunnyflower Posted June 3, 2011 Author Share Posted June 3, 2011 We just wanted to thank everyone for your support and guidance. No one not even my fiancee or my vet could tell me to make the fateful decision but with the help of this thread it made me open my eyes. We have one more week with Oscar and next Saturday we will say our last good byes to my beautiful boy! We could be wrong but it seems as though the medication has actually sped up the disease. He cannot jump on the bed, lounge or in the car anymore, we have to lift him on/in. He is tripping up the front steps almost every time he goes up them now and he never walks up them he runs so he is smacking his little head. He was always the biggest pain to get to eat and now since being on meds there isn't enough food around, the only time he is happy is when he is getting food or searching (literally) the house for it, other than that he is a sad sack. Thank you again guys, If I hadn't of asked the question and got the help I would be telling myself he is ok when it's very apparent he isn't. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
persephone Posted June 3, 2011 Share Posted June 3, 2011 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sunnyflower Posted June 3, 2011 Author Share Posted June 3, 2011 Thank you Pers. You have been absolutely wonderful! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dogfan Posted June 3, 2011 Share Posted June 3, 2011 :hug: I'm so sorry Sunnyflower Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bow Wow Posted June 3, 2011 Share Posted June 3, 2011 I have been following this thread,praying that the meds work for Oscar. My heart is breaking for you, being a cav owner, this is always in the back of my mind. I am so so sorry for the devastating turn of events. Please know that I will be thinking of you and darling Oscar Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
melzawelza Posted June 3, 2011 Share Posted June 3, 2011 I have been reading this thread and i'm so sorry you have to say goodbye to your darling Oscar. From what you have said I think you are making the right choice. Spoil him like mad for the next week, and I'm sending you all the strength I can. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sunnyflower Posted June 3, 2011 Author Share Posted June 3, 2011 :hug: I'm so sorry Sunnyflower Thank you DF.. x I have been following this thread,praying that the meds work for Oscar. My heart is breaking for you, being a cav owner, this is always in the back of my mind. I am so so sorry for the devastating turn of events. Please know that I will be thinking of you and darling Oscar Thank you Bindi.. It is hard and we are discussing quite heavily of bringing another one in either in the next few weeks or around Christmas time and I want nothing more than to get the Cav I've been robbed of but Ia am scared that I am going to watch the new pup to closely and panic at the drop of the hat. One of the wonderful DOLers has put me in touch with a top breeder who's male is SM clear pup I am questioning myself if right now my heart is open to another Cav. Not forever, just for now! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sunnyflower Posted June 3, 2011 Author Share Posted June 3, 2011 I have been reading this thread and i'm so sorry you have to say goodbye to your darling Oscar. From what you have said I think you are making the right choice. Spoil him like mad for the next week, and I'm sending you all the strength I can. Thank you Melzawelza . He has been getting spoilt and he is a bit smelly but he doesn't like baths that much and I feel like I should bath him but I'm not going to. He can forever be a stinky dog . I'm worried about our cat though. Osc has always been there and he frets without him! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sunnyflower Posted June 3, 2011 Author Share Posted June 3, 2011 (edited) Double post. Edited June 3, 2011 by Sunnyflower Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D & D Posted June 4, 2011 Share Posted June 4, 2011 I've been following this thread and have shed a tear or two (well, lots really) for you Hoping his last week is a great one and he goes over the bridge happy, a bit fat, a little smelly, but most of all, knowing he is very much loved Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gretel Posted June 4, 2011 Share Posted June 4, 2011 Sunnyflower I am so sorry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tombrisbane Posted June 4, 2011 Share Posted June 4, 2011 I hope his last week is as painless as possible, you've done the right thing for him SF. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HazyWal Posted June 4, 2011 Share Posted June 4, 2011 I am on the Central Coast too so I hope you can feel my hugs Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirty Posted June 4, 2011 Share Posted June 4, 2011 I'm so sorry you've had to make this decision. I have tears in my eyes for you because I know exactly how you are feeling. Sending you big hugs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trishm Posted June 4, 2011 Share Posted June 4, 2011 Sending you strength and hugs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HollyMilo Posted June 4, 2011 Share Posted June 4, 2011 I'm so, so sorry Sunnyflower Like others have said, I've shed many tears whilst following this thread. I hope you and Oscar have a wonderful last week together. If he is enjoying food now, then let him be a little piggy and indulge him with treats he wouldn't normally get. I will be thinking of you next Saturday and wishing Oscar a peaceful journey to Rainbow Bridge where he will feel no more pain Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MTD Posted June 4, 2011 Share Posted June 4, 2011 So sorry, sending you heaps of strength to get through this Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sunnyflower Posted June 4, 2011 Author Share Posted June 4, 2011 Thank you so much everyone for your hugs and thoughts, it means so much to us! Oscar is coming everywhere with us because I do not want to leave his side. I have some pretty cute photos we just took of him in the car, he is sporting some serious demon eyes , when I work out how to get them off my new phone I shall post them! Lots of treats and cuddles. He thinks it's all heaven and so far that is all I want him to feel! My best friend is coming down tomorrow and she said she is baking him something so lets wait to see what she is creating. I am positive he will love it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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