day to day stuff
My Max.....
We've (or rather I have) made the decision that the time is here for letting Max 'go', he's not himself, hasn't been for quite some time now and I found a web page while searching for hip dysplasia (which he has) and euthanasia that explains about his symptoms and makes total sense re his quality of life (or lack of it).
Hip dysplasia in dogs: Thoughts on incidence, treatment and prevention - Wellsphere
Max ticks all of the boxes!
1) move less, play less, and generally develop a “couch-potato” lifestyle - this is Max to a 'T'.
2) lose muscle mass in their hind legs - his muscles have all but disappeared in his hind legs.
3) have a harder time getting up - all the time.
4) slip on slick floors - yes
5) limp or bunny-hop when they walk or run - all the time.
6) gain weight everywhere except where it counts—in their thighs - his back end is VERY defined.
We're going to speak to the vet and decide on a day to take him down and let him fly with the angels. It breaks my heart but I know it's the best thing for him.
So there it is, the crappiest year of my life so far, not only have I lost my Dad but I'm also losing my 4 legged baby who is also one of my best friends too
Hip dysplasia in dogs: Thoughts on incidence, treatment and prevention - Wellsphere
Max ticks all of the boxes!
1) move less, play less, and generally develop a “couch-potato” lifestyle - this is Max to a 'T'.
2) lose muscle mass in their hind legs - his muscles have all but disappeared in his hind legs.
3) have a harder time getting up - all the time.
4) slip on slick floors - yes
5) limp or bunny-hop when they walk or run - all the time.
6) gain weight everywhere except where it counts—in their thighs - his back end is VERY defined.
We're going to speak to the vet and decide on a day to take him down and let him fly with the angels. It breaks my heart but I know it's the best thing for him.
So there it is, the crappiest year of my life so far, not only have I lost my Dad but I'm also losing my 4 legged baby who is also one of my best friends too
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could they operate on him humans have hip replacements why not dogs
this is so sad andi would hate to be having to make your decission at least hes obviously been very loved and cared for throughout his life x x x xPosted 04-11-09 at 08:14 PM by stephinstoke
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Max fell asleep in my arms yesterday afternoon, stubborn until the end he wouldn't lie down, preferring to stay sitting.
Sophie wanted to be there but she was getting upset so Keith took her out, I think it was better that way, it was just Max, me and the vet.
He didn't know anything about it and the last words he heard were mine, telling him much I loved him, smoothing his head and hugging him.
You know when you think you just can't cry any more tears? Well you can, and for a bloody long time too.
It was the hardest thing I've ever had to do, making that decision, I'm missing him so very much Posted 10-11-09 at 03:31 PM by ValencianNails
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Posted 10-11-09 at 03:36 PM by Bagpuss
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awhh sandi sorry to read this xx sending you hugs xxPosted 10-11-09 at 03:49 PM by clara doon 
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sorry to hear this sad news....its so hard when our best friends leave us with nothing other than happy memories to cling ontoPosted 10-11-09 at 03:59 PM by collin
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Thanks guys
Feeding my other two 'babies' was difficult last night because we didn't have to call them into the kitchen like we had to with Max, he'd take a lifetime to get up and then have to make his way very slowly, it was like he needed 'notice' that dinner was served.
I know he's not in pain any more but then I look at 'his spot' in front of the fire and 'his spot' outside on the terrace and I can't help but cry. Everywhere I turn he's there.
xxxPosted 10-11-09 at 07:30 PM by ValencianNails
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I feel for you mate I really do. You'll see him out of the corner of your eye many times over the next few weeks so let that be a happy thing .... you know where I am.Posted 11-11-09 at 10:00 AM by geeg
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Its really difficult I know....I had to have my beloved Gypsy horse shot by the vet just outside the blinking kitchen window a couple of years ago and by heck that was nasty..until recently that spot for me was somewhere that I just couldn't go near.Quote:Originally Posted by ValencianNails
Thanks guys
Feeding my other two 'babies' was difficult last night because we didn't have to call them into the kitchen like we had to with Max, he'd take a lifetime to get up and then have to make his way very slowly, it was like he needed 'notice' that dinner was served.
I know he's not in pain any more but then I look at 'his spot' in front of the fire and 'his spot' outside on the terrace and I can't help but cry. Everywhere I turn he's there.
xxx
Now as time has passed I quiet often stand on the spot where Ringo passed away and somehow it is now a place that feels good and a place where I sometimes go when I miss him ...just stand there and let the wonderful memories of a wonderful animal and friend wash over me.
Hopefully in time the places you now see that remind you so painfully of Max will also turn to warm places for you where ,in your minds eye,you can be with himPosted 11-11-09 at 10:16 AM by collin
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Aw hunni I truely feel for you I know how hard that decision is to make having had to make it myself in may.
It does get easier and You should feel peace with yourself knowing that now he is no longer in any pain and he will be up there whizzing around chasing all the things he loved to do before he got the bad hips.
He will also be waiting for you and helping to look after your dad.
These little poems should help, the first certainly helped me get through it xxxxxxxxx
If it should be that I grow frail and weak
And pain should keep me from my sleep,
Then will you do what must be done,
For this -- the last battle -- can't be won.
You will be sad I understand,
But don't let grief then stay your hand,
For on this day, more than the rest,
Your love and friendship must stand the test.
We have had so many happy years,
You wouldn't want me to suffer so.
When the time comes, please, let me go.
Take me to where to my needs they'll tend,
Only, stay with me till the end
And hold me firm and speak to me
Until my eyes no longer see.
I know in time you will agree
It is a kindness you do to me.
Although my tail its last has waved,
From pain and suffering I have been saved.
Don't grieve that it must be you
Who has to decide this thing to do;
We've been so close -- we two -- these years,
Don't let your heart hold any tears.
A dog's small world is full of dreams,
Of full food bowls and scents unseen,
Of open fields and cosy chair,
And, most of all, you standing there.
And when the end is drawing near
And you are trying to stem your tears,
He licks your hand with happy sigh,
Content that you are standing by.
And when he reaches Heaven's Gate,
The Lord says, "Come." But he says, "Wait.
"I have a friend I love so dear
And I can feel her footsteps near."
Your lifetime's passed. You near God's throne.
One happy glance. You're not alone.
Your loving pet, so patient waits,
To pass with you through Heaven's GatesPosted 11-11-09 at 11:11 AM by busybee32
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oh i am so sorry for you, i have a black lab called max too and he is my baby, i cant even imagine life without him so my heart goes out to you, remember the good times and how much he will have loved you. he is now in a better place and will always be looking over you xxxPosted 11-11-09 at 11:48 AM by kirsty_
