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Posted on 1/26/15 at 1:42 pm
Posted on 1/26/15 at 1:42 pm
Had to put my pup down. Lived 16 years and was a great dog.(Silky Terrier)
His name was Rocky.
If you have dogs you know how hard it is during these times. He's no longer in pain though.
I think the family is going to invest in a hunting dog(lab) this time around.
His name was Rocky.
If you have dogs you know how hard it is during these times. He's no longer in pain though.
I think the family is going to invest in a hunting dog(lab) this time around.
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Posted on 1/26/15 at 1:46 pm to razorbackfan4life
I feel for you man. Never easy.
Posted on 1/26/15 at 1:50 pm to razorbackfan4life
Prayers sent man.
I lost my little guy a year and a half ago. I'm tearing up now thinking about that night. Toughest thing I've ever had to do.
I lost my little guy a year and a half ago. I'm tearing up now thinking about that night. Toughest thing I've ever had to do.
Posted on 1/26/15 at 1:56 pm to razorbackfan4life
Terrible, terrible feeling.
They bring you so much joy, so it's hard when you have to let them go. Most recently had to put down my 16 year old cat a few months ago - got her before my junior year of college. I was a complete wreck.
They bring you so much joy, so it's hard when you have to let them go. Most recently had to put down my 16 year old cat a few months ago - got her before my junior year of college. I was a complete wreck.
Posted on 1/26/15 at 2:01 pm to razorbackfan4life
Sorry for your loss. 
Must be sad dog death day- my aunt/uncle lost their oldie, buster, today too. He's got good stories to tell in dog heaven tho- once he got drunk and fell off the porch and one time he ate a pair of pantyhose and had to have surgery.
Must be sad dog death day- my aunt/uncle lost their oldie, buster, today too. He's got good stories to tell in dog heaven tho- once he got drunk and fell off the porch and one time he ate a pair of pantyhose and had to have surgery.
Posted on 1/26/15 at 2:08 pm to piggilicious
Thanks everyone
This is my third time in my life I've had to say by to my best friend.
Mickey was my first pup(Golden Retriever)
We actually got Rocky when Mickey was still alive.
Then we got Jack(Black Lab) great hunting dog. He passed a little over a year ago.
Rocky out lived them both. Definitely gonna be a tough adjustment.
First time in my life my family doesn't have a dog in the house.
They are truly a mans best friend.
This is my third time in my life I've had to say by to my best friend.
Mickey was my first pup(Golden Retriever)
We actually got Rocky when Mickey was still alive.
Then we got Jack(Black Lab) great hunting dog. He passed a little over a year ago.
Rocky out lived them both. Definitely gonna be a tough adjustment.
First time in my life my family doesn't have a dog in the house.
They are truly a mans best friend.
Posted on 1/26/15 at 2:34 pm to razorbackfan4life
I am very sorry for your loss. My lab died a few months back, and I still catch myself looking for her in the back yard from time to time.
Posted on 1/26/15 at 2:59 pm to Bigfathog
I'm sorry for your loss. As a Vet - I am on the other end of this often. I've come to accept that it is a needed service. It's ok to be upset by it. Normal even. Some men have a hard time with that, but shouldn't.
Posted on 1/26/15 at 3:04 pm to Vetrock
Vet.
I was amazed. They gave him the sedative to help him relax. They came back with the lethal shot but he literally passed away in my hands before they administered it. Obviously it was the right choice even though I hate going through the process.
The veterinarian said that's only the second time he's seen the sedative actually take a dogs life. I feel more at peace knowing we didn't have to administer the lethal shot.
I was amazed. They gave him the sedative to help him relax. They came back with the lethal shot but he literally passed away in my hands before they administered it. Obviously it was the right choice even though I hate going through the process.
The veterinarian said that's only the second time he's seen the sedative actually take a dogs life. I feel more at peace knowing we didn't have to administer the lethal shot.
Posted on 1/26/15 at 3:50 pm to Vetrock
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Vet
Don't know how you do it, but glad you do!
My vet's been through this with us enough times, she cried at the last one. Always helps to know she cares too, but it's got to be rough.
Posted on 1/26/15 at 4:35 pm to razorbackfan4life
Sorry for your loss. If you have kids, hopefully you talk to them about it etc.
My dad shot our dog in the head in front of us without any sort of warning whatsoever. We were all pretty traumatized over that, and I'll never forget it.
My dad shot our dog in the head in front of us without any sort of warning whatsoever. We were all pretty traumatized over that, and I'll never forget it.
Posted on 1/26/15 at 10:16 pm to razorbackfan4life
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If you have dogs you know how hard it is during these times.
I certainly do. I've had dogs my entire life.
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First time in my life my family doesn't have a dog in the house.
They are truly a mans best friend.
They really are a man's best friend. I have never been without a dog for very long before another comes into my life. And a new dog never replaces the one you loved and lost but I've always found that each one has been a blessing that has brought me happiness and joy in their own unique way.
I'm sorry to hear about Rocky. He must have been a great companion.
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Posted on 1/27/15 at 12:45 am to Porky
2 years ago the little black and tan we adopted jumped the fence and got hit on the road in front of my house. I had only had him 6 months but cried more that day than when my grandmother died.
Sitting here right now with my 8 year old lab trying to fit in my lap knowing it will kill me when she goes. My prayers are with you tonight.
Sitting here right now with my 8 year old lab trying to fit in my lap knowing it will kill me when she goes. My prayers are with you tonight.
Posted on 1/27/15 at 1:11 am to razorbackfan4life
Posted on 1/27/15 at 6:01 am to pioneerbasketball
As a "semi-senior citizen", I've been down this road a lot, I never think it can get harder, but, it always does.
Well wishes to rf4l and family, but I'm not clicking on your link pb, I just got over a head cold and I want my eyes to stay dry!
Well wishes to rf4l and family, but I'm not clicking on your link pb, I just got over a head cold and I want my eyes to stay dry!
This post was edited on 1/27/15 at 6:02 am
Posted on 1/27/15 at 7:37 am to Ole Geauxt
Sorry to hear this, we treat ours like kids and dread when this day comes.
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Posted on 1/27/15 at 7:53 am to razorbackfan4life
RIP.
Last night my cat cuddled right up against me under the blankets because she is, for some reason, terrified of snowfall. She's the opposite of most cats--very affectionate and needy. She's more like a dog in the sense of the connection she has with us.
Fortunately she has many years left but someday I know I'll have to deal with this. I've had many family pets pass away before, but this will be the first one I have to deal with as an adult who has to make the decision.
Last night my cat cuddled right up against me under the blankets because she is, for some reason, terrified of snowfall. She's the opposite of most cats--very affectionate and needy. She's more like a dog in the sense of the connection she has with us.
Fortunately she has many years left but someday I know I'll have to deal with this. I've had many family pets pass away before, but this will be the first one I have to deal with as an adult who has to make the decision.
This post was edited on 1/27/15 at 7:54 am
Posted on 1/27/15 at 12:11 pm to razorbackfan4life
So sorry. Getting there with mine...she is in really bad shape and it's like having a newborn baby all over again. Prob getting to that point soon. 
Posted on 1/27/15 at 2:41 pm to razorbackfan4life
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Vet.
I was amazed. They gave him the sedative to help him relax. They came back with the lethal shot but he literally passed away in my hands before they administered it. Obviously it was the right choice even though I hate going through the process.
The veterinarian said that's only the second time he's seen the sedative actually take a dogs life. I feel more at peace knowing we didn't have to administer the lethal shot.
That tells me it was the right thing to do. He was tired of fighting.
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