Rainbow Bridge

[myraandjim]

It is looking highly likely that my beloved dog, Skye, will be going to Rainbow Bridge tomorrow. She has been poorly most of her life and because of this ours was the first proper home she had ever had when we took her from rescue four and a half years ago. Over the past year her arthritis in all legs has progressed and cruciate damage last year made it all worse with the vet unable to operate on the cruciate because of the weakness of her legs already. Six weeks ago she suffered a minor stroke which she sort of recovered from but she is now so very tired and un-interested in life. Today I went in to talk to the vet (in tears), and she is coming out in the morning to observe, assess, and advise, but I think the outcome is inevitable. I just so hope that I make the right decision for her.

[captainbovine]

oh I'm sorry to hear that. Of course you will make the right decision because you will look into her eyes and she will tell you the time is right.

She won't be on her own there, my five dogs are there and lots of others too. She will run free and never forget you.

I hope we can give you some comfort. xx

[bitsnknots]

Sorry to hear about your beloved dog Skye.  It is never an easy decision to have a much loved put to sleep.  I can remember when we had our last dog put to sleep several years ago, it was awful.  

Sending plenty of hugs.

[myraandjim]

Have lost many over the years but she is extra extra special probably because she was so needy when she arrived. I also have another elderly male who has been devoted to her, he arrived 3 months after she did and I worry how he will react. I think I have been seeing "that" look in her eyes for a few days now, just so hard letting her go.

[cat-knitter]

I'm so sorry ....Its always so sad to read heartbreakers like this, it does sound as if she has grown tired & weary to me  ...... sending a big hug your way + a big one for Skye too :-x 

[ilove2patch]

So sorry to hear you have this difficult time ahead. We will be thinking of you.

[carolyorkie2010]

I really do feel for you; will be thinking of you and your beloved Skye; please be strong for her. Hugs to you both xx

[rhubarbcity]

So sorry, will be thinking of you tomorrow

[chickengrandma-2008]

You know what will probably happen tomorrow, you know what that will mean, you know how sad you'll feel tomorrow and for the next few weeks and months, but take comfort from the fact that she doesn't and won't know any of this.  She's not worrying about it, she's not nervous about it, she's not going to be sad for the foreseeable future. All she's going to feel is comfort and love from you, that's all, she'll be fine.  So don't feel sad for her, just for yourself.:-)

[ilove2patch]

Very well put CG.:-x

[myraandjim]

The vet has just been, and has advised us to hang fire for a few days to see how Skye is, he has thoroughly examined her and doesn't feel that she is quite beaten yet. She is on Metacam and Pardale for the pain (has been for some time) but we are being advised to just take each day as it comes and deal with whatever happens. He was a vet we had not seen before and very thorough and said to call anytime if we need him to come out again.

Thank you for all your kind words, I will let you all know the outcome  but at least we still have her today - will worry about tomorrow when it comes.

[dr-whos-assistant]

CG that is a lovely post and very comforting, I have been through this myself 18 months ago with my beloved Barney who I still miss so much

I think we do need to remind ourselves that as much as love them with all our heart,  they don't think or worry the same way we can, the pain and grief is mostly ours.

[merc1_clocks]

Oh that's reassuring news...as you say, just enjoy every day :-x

[carolyorkie2010]

That's good news; at least every day now is a bonus for you and for Skye. Thinking of you.x

[myraandjim]

Sadly today Skye went to Rainbow Bridge, she went peacefully at home and I am confident that I made the right decision but it still hurts and I will miss her more than I can say, she was a fabulous dog.

[stan3502]

R.I.P Skye

[bitsnknots]

I'm so sorry for you.  I know exactly what you are going through.  We had to have our dog put to sleep over 30 years ago and we still think about him now.  Just think of all the happy memories you have of Skye.  ((((((myraandjim)))))

[merc1_clocks]

I'm so sorry to read your very sad news...

RIP Skye

[stampingpat]

So very sorry to hear your news. If she is in alot of pain it is the kindest thing you can do. But that doesn't mean it won't feel good about having it done. It hurts, even with each of the hogs I loose I have a good ole cry as life is so precious and it is so hard that we have to see our loved ones in that sort of pain and then to end it too. Sending you big big hugs xxxx She may be gone from this earth, but will live forever in your heart. xxx

[captainbovine]

well said Pat, that's so true. I still think of all the lovely pets we've had over the years and I am sorry Skye has gone, but she will be waiting for you....... xxxxxxxx