It does sound worse than a gimpy spine. Years ago, I lost a dog to cancer that had been to the vet two months before and been praised for how healthy he was. You just never know. Sorry to hear how things are going.
You might be on to something. She was drinking and urinating alot before. I have to let her out sometimes multiple times a night but usually just once for a long time now. She may have just progressed from those early symptoms to the more advanced symptoms I'm seeing now in the last few days. I think those levels she was talking about were phosphorous levels being high. I would think that if it were treatable...an emergency clinic would have to treat her and monitor her closely. I'm not sure I would want to put the dog through that given her age after what I went through before with zoe (cancer dog). http://www.fetchdog.com/Shop?DSP=300600&PCR=1:200:55:601:6100:1111&IID=AR000010162
Sorry to hear this man. We lost two of our boys this year and I'm going through some health issues with a third. I still cry a few times a week for the one I had to put down back in July. It's good of you to at least think of the quality of her life over quantity. A lot of people are not that self-less when it comes to keeping a suffering dog around. Good luck.
I just got back from the emergency clinic. I had to put her down. Her misery was endless and she started weeping more frequently...so I know she was in pain and I felt I couldn't wait any longer. They said she had neurological problems with her back legs after examining her. Someone else came in after I did (two guys and a gal) and their small dog was attacked by a big dog and their dog died in route to the clinic. The woman was balling her eyes out. Then, they got to see me wheel my dog in from the car. They were very nice and understanding. They put the catheter in and I spent some alone time with her...even giving the folks a chance to say goodbye over speaker phone. They gave her the propofol and I was going to leave after that. But, then I had to have something to remember her by...so I had them shave some hair, trim some nail clippings, and they did paw prints for me. Then, she woke up from the first propofol and they had to give her more....cause I wanted to leave before they did the final injection. So, I'm really bummed and dogless after having two Rhodesian Ridgebacks from Sept. 1998 all the way up to May and Nov. of this year. I don't really know how to live without my special friends who meant so much to me. I'm going to miss our walks in the park, snuggling in bed (they slept on the bed), and the wagging tails when I came home. As much work as I put in, they gave me so much back. I wasn't always perfect...but I did the best I can and spoiled them best I could. I have regrets and wishes for how I did some things when they were raised. But, that is a part of life. I don't know if I'll ever have another dog or dogs. I did so much work over their lifetimes...from driving home from lunch every day to see them and let them out...to attending to their every needs. Now, I'm all alone and I have to learn how to live again. I want to thank all of you for your support. It means a lot to me even if we don't know each other (except for updawg and KingCheetah who will always be friends). I wish you the best of luck and circumstances with your family member pets. It's sad they only live short lives compared to our own. And, as I have learned, the end is never pretty or easy. Sincerely and with tears in my eyes...good night, Surfguy
That is sad to hear. You think she got really sick after the other one died? Like it got lonely and it had emotional issues and not just health issues? Maybe she was sad about the other one or something to that nature. sorry about the loss.
I'm so sorry for your loss Surf.... I'll send prayers your way. Pets are family and we as owners feel a true connection with them. Keep your head up bro.
So sorry for your loss yet again Surf. RIP Chloe and Zoe. May they find each other in the after life.
No, imo Chloe was a happy dog. She didn't have the separation anxiety when Zoe passed. Zoe was dominant and always growled at Chloe...so I think while Chloe may have missed her companion deep down...she was happy being the lone dog and getting all the attention/treats for the last six months or so. I think you just can't predict how these outcomes unfold and it just happened the way it did in really no time at all. I think the trigger was the spat with the other dog, though. She did too much and hurt herself badly. Thanks to all for the well wishes coming in.
Sorry to hear about your loss, Surf. I had to put my Ridgeback down six years ago, he was only 10 and had terrible arthritis. In the end he couldn't even walk up the small step to the backyard, it was awful to see. I've got photos of him on the wall above my desk, and spend a few moments every day looking at them and smiling. Just think of the good memories
I'm truly sorry for your loss. http://www.petfinder.com/pet-search?animal_type=Dog&pet_breed=rhodesian+ridgeback&location=houston%2C+tx&distance=0 It's never too early to give one of these guys/gals a chance. One door closes and another opens.
It was for the best, sir. I was thinking about your dog yesterday when I was at home reading your thread, and as I was reading it, my dog MAX tapped me on my leg with his bone asking me to play with him. I gave him a big hug and played with him. I hope your dog is in puppy heaven. + FIXED. It's "its" on the second "it's", sir. Please don't turn into DaDarkone, not knowing where to place apostrophes. I trust you're smarter than that.
The morning after cry was something else...like the hangover from hell. I haven't eaten for a while (very little in last two days and nothing in last 36 hours)...and I don't even feel hungry. It's crazy what this does to an appetite. When will I feel hungry again? I'm not sure. I guess I better find the will to eat something instead of just feeling lost and sad. I keep thinking what if this were human family members (like a wife and kids) and they were killed in a hit-and-run or something. I'm not sure I would survive the aftermath or want to. I guess eventually I will muster the courage and strength to take down all the dog stuff (crates, etc.) but I'm not there yet. As much work as I put into raising the dogs and even at the end, I would glady do it again just to have my dogs back. Now, I almost feel lazy I don't have to do that work any more. I know the flip side is I am free now with no dogs to tie me down...but that is little consolation at the moment. I guess I should pat myself on the back for a dog raising job mostly well done...but even that feels hollow at the moment. I guess only time will heal these wounds. Surf
Keep yourself as busy as you can. Rockets game tonight! You will feel better in time. As I posted earlier, there are plenty of other good dogs that could use an owner like you. So many homeless, neglected animals that never get a chance like your dogs did.
