Putting a dog down.

My pup has Congestive Heart Failure and will need to be put down any day in the next 6 months. I am trying to prepare for taking him to vet in the future. My question is if I am out of town with the pup, do I need paperwork showing ownership when I walk in?? Boy is stable today and comfortable, but when his heart further weakens it will be time. I am thankful the drugs have given us a little more time.

I would think that a call to your regular vet should be sufficient. It might be better to call your regular vet first and have them call a local vet and give them a heads up.

You know the first thing that popped into my head was why take a failing dog on the road, but then it came tome. Where else would the pooch want his last sight in life be than in the fields he loved to run through? As far as your question, you may want to take the vets report on his condition. Good luck and I'm sorry to hear about your bud.

. My pup goes pretty much every where I go. With his weakened heart the end will come when his quality of life is not there. This can be any time from now till 6 months. My task is to keep him calm and provide the companionship he is used to. We could be in Paint Rock, Oklahoma, Kansas or any number of places.

I remember my last. I held her as she slipped away and told her that there would be a covey under every bush. Her name was Cookie.

. Yeah it is not easy Bill, I put one down 4 years ago. Maybe they are chasing quail together

While we're on the subject, I'll never judge someone for their decision on being or not being present when a pet is put down, or what they decide to do with the carcass. I consider it a very personal decision and one in which they know what is best for them.

I still have my wife's ashes. I plan to bury them with Muffin when she dies.

. Agreed 100%, my decision is to be there.

I agree. I'm not about to let my little buddy pass away surrounded by strangers.

I had to lay my Pointer down right after Memorial Day.
Very tough.

I wish you my best.

I do not know your circumstances, but 5 years ago my wife's Chihuahua was diagnosed with congestive heart failure. I didn't really believe it, so I thinned her down, got her outside more and was much more careful what she ate. She is still kicking at 12 years old and is much healthier overall than she was 5 years ago. You might consider a second opinion unless your pretty satisfied that the diagnosis is correct.

My dog lived for 4 years with congestive heart failure. When it was time, it was very hard to do, but it was the right thing. Try to be the last appointment of the day, if possible, less people to watch you bawl. Stay in the room with the dog.

If your pup is not already on Vetmedin, you may want to ask about it. It's about $50/ bottle (online it's $31), but it really helped Preema the last 3 years of her 17 years. Her son, Cookies, will go on it soon as he now has the same condition.

So sorry. A very difficult time indeed. I am lucky to have Dr. Stucky in Whitesboro. He has been very caring and compassionate when it has come to that time for my dogs.

I had a similar experience with Cracker. She went completely off her food. She stumbled getting out of her dog box. I started scraping off the grass to dig a little hole to bury her. I simply could not have it done. She finally went into complete remission. She went off her food a couple more time but seems to now be in total remission.



Condolences hurts to much when mine dies. I plan to keep it to myself when these two go.

It's the hardest thing ever, Ramsey but I also choose to be with them to hold them one last time. Prayers with you bud.

Thanks Mike, I have had every test done and was not satisfied with a XRay so we did a eco with internal medicine. The valve on his left side is not functioning correct and his right side is enlarged and is not contracting to pump the blood to his body. I spent Thursday evening reading about DCM in Doberman Pinchers. I had two vets who looked at him tell me he could make it for now to absolute best case 6 months. I am comfortable with the diagnosis and consider this dog hospice. In his specific case his heart is weakened and will not recover, and will worsen. Basically he is alive with 4 drugs to keep the fluid out of his chest and push the heart to pump harder. I am comfortable with the diagnosis, but like any pet owner I struggle with the reality.

Boy is not suffering though, that will be my que.

Sorry to hear that Ramsey, he's a cool dog!

Thanks he has been terrific

X2 Rams....prayer up....

Sorry to hear that, hopefully it will be a long time before it comes to that.

I wish you and your buddy the best. Difficult time, I know.

I’m preparing to. Her hacking cough seems to getting worse.

Sorry for your situation, been there once with the family Beagle. The hardest part for me was watching how it bothered my sons.

How old is muffin now? It seems you had that dog for 30 yrs.

Dogs are part of family, i don't care what people say, heck, some human beings shouldn't be part of family.

I'm sorry man. it sucks. I have lost 3 this year. And I love my dogs like nothing else.

Things like this break my heart.
I have only missed 2 days at work in 6 years, 1 was too sick to move without soiling myself, 2nd was the day after I had to put my beloved Zeus down, 10 year old Boxer who had cancer. I was a wreck. It hurt so much. I already dread that I have 6-7 years left with my Buddy now Justace till another sad day that will come.

Small tip: Remember try not to be selfish and keep him around for yourself. Nothing I love as much as I love my buddy (s) and nothing will cloud that decision for me when it comes again. Sometimes that actually helps making the decision when it needs to happen. It is a very tough call. I am praying for you and your pup.

Hundreds of happy days they provide for one truly sad day, week or even month, remember time really helps.

Respectfully.

Sorry

. Shane we are brothers in our love for dogs. I went through this 4 years ago and it was quick and painful happened so quick. The docs got him some more time on Thursday when this all began. It may be a day or 6 months and bittersweet is a understatement, but I will take it every day of the week and do it again.

We just put down our Rottie about a month ago. She had nose cancer and eventually had a stroke. I’ve had to put down 4 pets and it never gets any easier. I’ve also lost four animals that died suddenly at the house and I would take the sudden death over euthanasia every single day. Not sure how big your pup is, but if they are large, something to consider is how you will get them in the car if they have a stroke, are in pain and can’t move. We had to bring our 80 pound girl out of the house on a blanket and it took two of us to get her into the car.

I would also find out where your nearest 24 hour vet is located. We may just have bad luck, but almost ever one of ours have gone downhill right after 5PM or on the weekend when our vets office was closed.

So sorry to hear the news my friend. Cherish the moments you have as I know both of you will.

When you live a long time and have had several Pups as I have, you will have to do the deed. So sorry Bud, for you and your buddie. I have over the years had my Vet (2 different Folks) come out to the house, in the Guys comfort zone to let them go in my arms. I think it Is better for them at home with the smells and peace around them. Still think about the Sweet Pup's everyday. Ask your vet and if He doesn't do it, get another Vet.

Sorry Ramsey. He’s a good looking dog.

Damn, sorry to hear about your dog.

Yep that is tough. Sorry

My condolences, losing a friend like that is tough.

Sorry to hear. Mine is getting on in years too. Ive lost dogs before and it is hard. Our beagle now is my little boy and girls first dog. She is great with them, they both would lay on her bed with her in the living room. Its going to be a bad day when something happens to her.

At least we will have my wife to take care of us, she isn't a dog person, but I believe in the past 7 years that puppy love has even won her over as well.

Hope it goes as well as it can for yall.

Ramsey I am so sorry. I've met your sweet pup and grateful I got to hug him. You'll know when it's time.

Toughest thing I've ever had to do by far. Sorry it's so imminent for you. Rocky's a great pup.

Sorry for you from my family to yours.

Hi Ramsey, so sorry you are going through this. I have been following on FB. I think your dobie will let you know when he's ready. just as long as he's not in pain. Me and Jessie are praying for you both. It never gets easier.

I have never been asked for proof of ownership by any vet.

So sad to hear about your pup! May you have plenty of wonderful days left to share with him. Prayers up for you and your sweet pup!

Absolutely. We have done it three times this way.

Saving them the anxiety of having to go to the Vet was of immeasurable import. They aren't scared. Does not make it any easier, but saying goodbye at home is better for you and the pup. Our Vet is retired, and still came for the last two. I think he keeps his license for just this kind of stuff with old clients.

So sorry Amigo. When we remodeled your house we became pretty good friends. I remember when he would run the neighborhood and pizzed that one guy off. He would always come back as happy as he left. I could see the bond you two had when he was little and it sure has grown.
Prayers and thoughts to you Brother. I put Gauge, my 16 year old lab down last week. One of the hardest and best things I have done at the same time, I wouldn’t let him suffer.

Need to share a drink, holler.

My neighbors did it that way and asked us to be part of it since we are so close, it was a neat experience and very easy on all.

Man, I hate to hear that. Our pup is 12 and has the morning coughing. Most likely chf and we know the time is coming. But damn, just tears your heart out.

So sorry to hear. I know the hurt. It’s the price of having a great friend, but it’s a very steep one for sure.