This made me remember my dog I couldn’t say goodbye you all should be happy you got too she was already asleep from a surgery and they couldn’t remove the tumor they had to put her down but either she woke up and was put down which I thought was cruel because why make her wake up while she just got cut open just to be put down I already said my goodbye earlier that day
The pain of putting an animal down is so much more amplified than a human sometimes because their little faces are so full of love and appreciation, being there for you when you need them or when you think you didn't. They are so innocent, and humans can be such jerks, that we wish all humans had the same animal authenticity.
putting down my bb tomorrow. she had a good life :’) i saw you have a WWJD bracelet too! i have mine on right now and for some reason it gave me a little bit of peace. thank you for info
my lab was 8- it all happened very quickly, less than a month from the first day he wouldn’t eat to the week of throwing up blood- we did everything we could but the cancer that they didn’t find until his last day was too strong, he died may 10 of this year, i’ll never forget him
Lost my family cat a week ago now. He was diagnosed with a thyroid tumor when he was ten, put down just before his 14th birthday. He had a vomiting episode about a week before but seemed to bounce back until the night before when he just spiralled. My mum messaged me in the morning and came to pick me up so I could say goodbye. It's been a lot harder to process than I expected, he was a huge part of my life growing up and I would make sure, once I was old enough to move out, to still visit and give him a fussing. The vets were fantastic, I don't know how you could do it as often as you must, and remain composed. Thank you, all in your profession, for doing what you do with such grace and compassion. Rest in Peace Marley.
Dr. Abel Lera, thank you so much for explaining the process of canine euthanesia. Even though not my first time going through the process it was never explained to me. They would bring the dog with them and bring it back to me once it was done. I do not want this with this special girl, with whom I have to go through this heartbreaking process. Unfortunately their lifespan is much shorter than ours.
My sweet Bella passed away on December 19, 2021 she passed away peacefully in her sleep and herself unicorn bed her health was getting worse and it was Sunday so we were gonna call the vet the next day but she passed away in her sleep peacefully
My aunt had to put her mini schnauzer down yesterday. She had diabetes and was already blind. She no longer ate and she wouldn’t be able to stand on her own any longer. It was her 15th bday yesterday. RIP Sasha 11/14/2022.
My beautiful dog had the post agonal breathing for 3 breaths. Unfortunately the vet didn't mention this could happen and so it took us by surprise and really put us through an emotional Rollercoaster
In 30 years of owning cats & volunteering at a rescue ive never seen a vet use saline to "check a catheter is in & working". Seems an experienced vet would know? And it lengthens an already highly emotional event for everyone.
Im here because I was told the this is the same as the lethal injection, which o have researched extensively for school at one point Contrary to popular belief, the lethal injection feels like your body is on fire, but completely immobilizers you from communicating pain. The barbiturate is not enough to put the human unconscious. I don't want that for my dogs.
My dog was with me for 17 years of my life, until today. She’s not longer in pain now she’s running free without any soreness and she is sniffing all over the place . I’ll always love you BEBA ❤️ October 1/2021
Wow you obviously looked after her extremely well. What an age! She must of been a smaller breed. I had to put my 10 and a half year old rottie down today was one of the hardest things I’ve had to watch. I was with her till the end 😩😭
@@Rammer_Jammer hi had to put my 18 years old cat down yesterday and it was what’s best for him, today waking up and him not being around has been a nightmare, do you consider getting another pet ? The same one maybe ? This is so hard my house empty I found myself calling his name this morning but… no response 😭
@@Brightestlightt So sorry for your loss 🙏🏻...my girl never made it till Tuesday she died beside me in the middle of the night mon. morning...I loved her so much, still struggling without her.I feel your pain 💔 😢
I had to put my dog down yesterday and I miss her so much. The house is so empty without her and her little bed is still here. I knew it was the right decision but it still hurts knowing you’ll never see them again…my heart is at peace knowing she didn’t suffer anymore. I love you so much, Nala. 08/05/21 ❤️❤️
@@327xp3 I’m so sorry to hear that..your dog probably lived a great life and know your dog will leave peacefully. Everyday gets a little better but I do miss my dog a lot. My sincere condolences to you.
My honey is leaving today. We’ve had her since I was four, and I’m now eighteen. I was away at school this past year so I didn’t see the decline of her health, but I hope after today she goes somewhere else where she is strong again and can run and play like she used to
@@mmkateey1222 i’m feeling much better. everyone around me is much more relieved too now that she doesn’t have to struggle anymore. i hope everything goes well for you, be sure you give yourself a break going through this x
Had to put my dog to rest for heart failure and lungs full of blood... its was really hard but it was the best option to end her suffering... rest in peace TuTi
@@iikittyplayz841 its the most humane thing to put a beloved pet down, do u want the dog to bloody suffer !! Vet told me mine would have died if i didn't act and be in pain and suffer now i had to choose to put her in a heavy sleep and on pain relief to let her go slowly.
I did the same for my tuxedo cat yesterday afternoon. Congestive heart failure. He's finally able to rest and not have to worry about the fluid in his lungs.
My 9 yr old yorkie developed an aggressive form of cancer and I had to put him down. It would have been selfish of me to put him through pain because of my heart...I miss him beyond words can express. I will love him eternally!
Last day i lost my 7 yr old lab who was suffring frm nosecancer frm last 4 mnths.tht was so painful i m nt able to balance myself its a mntl pain 4 me i miss him badlyyy😭😭😭😭😭
@@terrianrogers4266 you have no right to say that here. I would delete that if I were you. Its unnecessarily cruel. Just because you would let an animal suffer, doesnt mean the rest of us are that heartless.
@@thedudecalledalan9095 yea I still have guilt from a month ago, not sure if it'll ever go away. Buddy was suffering a little but still. Doesn't feel like it should be up to me.
@@alybaby941 i am so sorry ❤️🩹i still feel the pain everyday, but it does get easier. Know that at least. And always remember that they loved you just as much as you did them.
@@bookishtheory thank you so much for your reply, It really does mean a lot 🫂 I’m trying to stay strong. It may sound cliché, but our dogs will meet on the rainbow bridge and play now that we have spoken :) thank you
Just experienced this yesterday with my 14 year old lab. His hips gave out he never did though. The house is so quiet and I called out of work just because. I swear it hurts worse than a human sometimes. It was just a hard decision and talking it over with friends and family all weekend. My parents went with me, and I promise you through the tears and heart break, this should be the way every old and sick dog should have the chance to make their way to our furry babies heaven. We love you Sam boy! 8/28/22 💔
When im thinking About the fact that i will need to put my Dog to sleep one day eaven tho he Is still a puppy and perfectly healthy my tears start Rolling
We understand how emotional it may be to think of that moment, however, we encourage you to enjoy your puppy and focus on the present. It's great to be informed about topics like these, but fear should not be one of the things that one takes from it. Best wishes!
I do that all the time but we have to try to not think about that day, we should enjoy all the time we have and make the most out of it or when we look back we might be mad at ourselves for wasting time on tears when they weren't even needed back then. I know, hard to do.
The appointment is tomorrow at 4:00, it’s 2:00am I can’t fucking sleep. I don’t want him to go but it would be unfair and selfish too make him suffer any longer he has arthritis so bad that he can’t walk anymore. He used to be so active and loved to swim in the pool and just hurts so bad too see him still have the desire but lack the ability to play anymore. And even though he lived 14 long years I can’t help but feel guilt for not making every moment perfect for him, I just hope I can keep it together long enough tomorrow for his final moments to be happy.
You just spoke my life today, 2 years later after you left this comment. The appointment is today at 4 oclock, 17 years old, my boy doesn’t even know it’s me anymore when I walk in the door. Reading your comment about the feelings of guilt for not making every moment perfect for him just helped a lot (even though he had a pool filled, ball filled, love filled life) just knowing other people feel these same sad things. Thank you. I hope you are living your best life now with his memory close in your heart! ♥️
On dec 19 my 16 year old dog was put down :( and I still cry 😭 and I went into the room and watched it happen and it took awhile for his heartbeat stop. Even when they took him to put in I IV thing he hand this look at us even tho he was blind and he knew what was going to happen. Rip Pavlo 😔. He was a very smart dog too. Edit: writing this was very hard to do
Literally feel like I’m getting a panic attack hearing this info and have to watch my boy leave tomorrow morning 💔 I really don’t know how I will survive this
Taking my dog in a couple days - I’m so nervous. I wish he could continue growing up with me. We were kids together. I’m a wreck. Thank you for sharing this.🤍
Losing my beautiful 5 yr old kitty in 48 hours. I'm just devastated. Shes such an angel. Cancer is taking this beautiful girl too soon.😥 So so heartbroken.
Thank you, for explaining the process 🙏🏻 today we had to make this decision today. 8/2/2024 my Butterscotch 😢😘🐶 it's definitely not easy on decision but video did help. Butterscotch is 14 years old ❤ great dog 🐕 always in my heart ❤️ and thoughts ❤️ Forever 😘🐶💔💗🙏🏻🙌❤️
We had to have our miniature schnauzer Frosty put down last november, she was almost 16 years old and we had her since she was a puppy. She was the first dog that was ever truly mine. I help when we brought her home, I held her when we said our finally goodbyes. Our vet did just as you and explained it very well. They took her out to put the catheter in and brought her back before giving her the sleeping medication. It was one of the hardest things I’ve ever had to do no one can prepare you for that. After the vet declared her gone, I held her a few minutes longer and then my husband took her and laid her on the table. I covered her with the towel they provided as I wanted to keep her blanket. I looked into to eyes one last time, I had to see that she was really gone and we left. She was cremated and we took her remains to a friends property that she loved running on and buried her in their pet memorial garden. Thank you for taking time to explain the process it is very helpful for anyone going through it for the first time.
@@speaktruth9631 she was no longer able to put weight on her back legs. She’d had the spells for a while but only lasting a few hours. This time, it was three days. She was sleeping all the time and you could just see that she was suffering
You explained it so much better than my own vet. I had to put down my dying cat yesterday. 😢That last breathing thing you mentioned.. My cat did that and it freaked me out. I thought he was fighting to stay alive😿 Also his tail frizzed out 😩
@@nevermind5321 Thank you!❤ Well they gave him a shot that sedated him first.. And then he just kinda knocked/passed out after. That shot was to sedate and relax him. But as soon as he got the final shot.. That's when he took those 3 huge gasping breaths.. And then he was gone. His tail had frizzed during all that. Just writing this is making me cry.
@@maijacriner-harrison5161 AWE I'm so sorry, I hope you're ok. I know it will be hard for me too, a long time from now I hope. I know another kitty will never ever replace what you have lost but they might help comfort you and become a new bff.
I took my 19 year old cat...born in my house...but was dying painfully and slowly...it was time to end the suffering. I find myself expecting to see her in all her usual places but she is gone and what I am seeing are memories of her time in our lives. Love you Mary. Thanks for the years and the memories
Thank you for going through this. My kitty Luke will be crossing the rainbow bridge in less than an hour and I just wanted a heads up on what’s expected. I don’t know how vets and their staff deal with this stuff. 💜
Thank you for going through the process. Although my "last visit" was 15 years ago I still feel that weekend. I loved my veterinarian and the only criticism I have of my Vet. is that he did not explain the steps/stages before hand so I would know what to expect. Though I knew it was the right time for the procedure I always wanted to be the last thing my dog saw when he was alive. When his eyes wouldn't close after that last injection I couldn't take it. I hugged him and left the room and building not knowing if he was gone for sure. Going home to my now empty house. So knowing that their eyes may not close does provide me some comfort knowing that I did not walk out on my dog in his final moments.
If he is suffering you must let him go. It is cruel to keep you dog in pain just because you can't key him go. We owe it to our beloved pets to not let them suffer. They would Never let you suffer. When there is no quality of life you must do the morally right thing and stop their pain and suffering.
I have to say thank you for this comment section; I’m on my way to work while my family is home saying their last goodbye, I wanted to pet my dog for the last time after already saying my final goodbye, but I didn’t want her seeing me cry because as I walked out I told her I loved her with a smile on my face before walking out the door. At least I won’t see her suffer anymore and she will get to see her two best friends that already passed before her. It’s good to see I’m not alone in this situation. I love you Nikki 3/3/22 👑🐶
My 8yo chihuahua has struggled with congestive heart failure for couple weeks and is losing her battle. I’m spending my last weekend with her before taking her in Monday morning to say goodbye. Thank you for this video explaining what I can expect,,,, it’s so heartbreaking 💔😭
This information is helping me deal with the mercy killing of my dog. The more I know, the more calm I will be for him during his last week alive. Thank you, Dr.
Just put my dog down today. I cried so much. At the same time I’m glad I got to be with her till her last breath and heartbeat. I miss you already luna. I wished for you on 11:11 in fourth grade, and 12 years later you passed away around 1:11. Thank you for being in my life and helping me in so many ways.
My wife and I are 2 hours away from saying goodbye to our 6 month old puppy Chord. He was diagnosed with sensory neuropathy and his body is failing him. It’s the kindest thing we can do for him at this point… and the hardest.
I'm not sure why I clicked on this, both of my cats are only 2 and 3 years old, but the thought alone of having to go through this is making me tear up, I want my cats to live forever. 😔
I just adopted my dog and after coming to this video I came into a realization that one day they will leave me I don't think I will have the ability to even think about putting my dog down
Thank you so much for this. I had to put my dog to sleep today and they took her to another room. I couldn't sit there and watch her be put to sleep. I couldn't even ask them how it was going to be done because I was crying uncontrollably.
Hi, we're very sorry about your loss. We know just how difficult it is. We understand completely your decision, everyone is different and we've seen it all. We're sure you provided her with a wonderful life. Sending you virtual hugs from South Florida ❤️
@@jaycee330 I never thought of that option! Thank you so much. I don’t like that to be my last memory of my friend, the gasping and such. Last time my pet’s jaw dropped open in a shocking way, which I did not expect or I would not have looked. I’m sorry if this disturbs anyone, but I do want others to know the reality of it. You have put my mind at ease, a great deal. My 19 year old cat is in end stage kidney failure, and I prefer to remember him alive. Since the first shot will make him unconscious, I don’t believe he will feel alone if I don’t stay to watch him pass, unless it’s at home. I only euthanize if they’re in prolonged agony.
After the pets have passed, do people try to kiss their pets one more time? If so, is there a danger of the owners getting some of the chemicals on their mouths?
I still struggled with the guilt of waited too long to put my beloved pup of 14 years down a few days ago. He had lymphoma, blinded by glaucoma in both eyes, had trouble moving around, and would pant excessively during night time the last 2 weeks of his life. He was still eating, drinking, loves walking on his good days, and eliminates regularly. Maybe I could had put him down before his second eye developed glaucoma? I didn't realize he was in so much pain. I am so sorry.
It’s such a hard decision when they are still doing normal things like eating, drinking, enjoying walks….my pup is in a similar situation and I’m not sure tomorrow is too early or if I’ll end up feeling guilty if I wait any longer. I hope you find peace with your decision and I’m sure your pup enjoyed every minute of his 14 years with you
The vet is either coming tomorrow or the day after. My cat has been my companion for 20 years - my whole childhood - and I wanted to be there when she... goes to heaven. Thank you so much for explaining the procedure. I'm gonna miss her so much 😢 but she had a fulfilling life and when she looks at me or my parents now, it seems she herself is just waiting to die. But I don't want her to stay alive longer, just for my sake, if she's in so much pain already. Her soul will finally find peace and be free Gods, I'm crying so much just watching this video and typing my comment
Thank you so much, I put down my dog of 12 years down today and I didn’t want her to be mad at me for doing so. She was having trouble walking and I didn’t want it to get worse and have her struggle. Watching this made me feel more aware of what she went through. Thank you!
Hi my partner had her dog put to sleep and said that he howled before his heart stopped. Is that normal to make noises? During the euthanasia. Thank you.
My best friend Hudson leaves this world tomorrow and I am heartbroken… he has been with me through so much and typing this now, I reminisce on the memories.. Thankyou for giving me closure on the process. Hudson will be missed. 08/08-07/24
I have a weird question but how hard is it for the veterinarian when they have to put someone’s dog down? It’s gotta be the hardest job ever emotionally
I would say it is one of the harder things that we have to do. Whenever someone considers being a vet I tell them that is on of the things that they need to make sure they can do. Luckily it is not something I have to do frequently but it does have to be done fro time to time
I let my babygirl go to sleep on 9/16/2023. Everything that you explained was exactly was happened. My baby was so relaxed that she did not close her eyes. She stared at me until she was gone. I miss my baby so much but this is the best way to end the suffering for a beloved pet.
I learned the hard way the first time I had to euthanize my small pet dog. I wanted to be with him but you definitely do NOT want to hold them in your arms. Leave on the table on a cozy blanket and caress their body that way. Because if you hold them you will feel them stiffen up the second their heart stops because it's like a little heart attack. And believe me you do not want to experience that. I cried everytime I remembered that part of his euthanasia for a couple of years, it was awful.
@@andypandy7775 their heart stops suddenly. I know what I felt. First they are prepped with an IV. Then they given a sedative to make them sleepy and calm. Then when the owner is ready they put the syringe of an overdose of anesthesia which makes their heart suddenly stop. If you have a problem with that then I suggest you speak to a Veterinarian because this is how it was explained to me by my Veterinarian. This is how they put dogs down. Now if you have a cat then I don't know how they put down cats.
Im sorry for you and your loss. I think I will just drop and go. No looking back. I think my boy has CHF. He was born in 2006 so he's 15. That's old in dog years. I don't want to put him through the pain.
@@deborascott2893 That's very odd..that isnt how vets are suppost to put animals to sleep. The actually euthanasia ia super quick and painless. I work in animal welfare and have had to put countless kittens down. Depensing on how small the kitten is they normally inject directly into the heart. The kitten then falls asleep straight away no pain, happens so fast too, they are then declared dead as soon as 20 seconds later. The way your dog was pts wasn't right..not sure why the vet did that as it would have been much less humane than putting your dog to sleep.
Just put my dog down tonight! The propofol made him act weird /scared for a few seconds my wife and I were a little shocked. We just kept rubbing him telling him go (night night) mommy and daddy are here. His heart stopped within 15 seconds. I'm glad he's not in pain anymore but I think there should be a small pauses between propofol and euth drug. My dogs was needing about 15 more seconds. Haven't cried like that since I was a kid!
Usually it does make them act a little drunk but I've never interpreted it as fear before. If they were fearful they may be more likely to try and bite us when we are putting them under for general anesthesia as we use propofol to help put our patients under anesthesia. So I really don't think that he was afraid and his last seconds.
@@DrLera thanks I really appreciate your reply glad people care. He jumped up in fear, we had him 9 years he would do everything but roll over everytime we got close to him upside down rolling he jumped up eyes wide open in fear so we stopped. That was the exact face. My wife was by his head she calmed him but it replays in my mind. He just like our kid, went everywhere with us! Only happened a few seconds but it was horrible to watch I had his torso kept telling him "daddy is here, go night night" gosh I miss him!
Me and my wife had to put our baby down today. He was only two, had beautiful teal blue eyes, and long black and gray fur and wasn't doing so well. I knew last night when I set him down and he couldn't keep himself standing anymore that it was his time... I was so scared and uncomfortable with the thought. I have always had a weird stance on euthinasia. I never thought it should be up to me to make that call, who the hell am I to make the call to end his life? But I knew that it had to be done. I wanted to scream and shout, and pull the fucking IV out as soon as the vet started... "He was only two... maybe he could still be alright" I thought... as his little body went limp, I was guilt-ridden and overcome with saddness. I loved that little furball. I'm gonna miss his little head-butts, when he would sit underneath my desk while I gamed. I just wish I could have done more. I just wish that he didn't have to go so young. I miss him, and it's only been 6 hours. I want him to come home, but I know he never will. But I do also know that he is painfree and no longer suffering. I just fucking hate losing him so much... Fuck this year. I love you, little buddy, and I'm sorry. Rest in peace. Ollie 9/22/21 5:45pm
I have to put down my dog tomorrow. She's been by my side for so long and brought me so much joy.. Its so heartbreaking to see her go and it feels so wrong to put her down... this video helped me a lot in understanding how its going to work and giving me some comfort..
My senior dog i adopted back in September 2010 has congestive heart failure, he also has seizures but without the shaking. Its so hard watching him struggle to get around but he also wags his tail trying to reassure me he's ok, when I know he's not. He gets so excited everytime he sees a box come in from the mail because he assumes its always for him from Barkbox. He loves his toys. I just wish he'd go peacefully on his own, in his sleep or isn't anxious. His body is giving out but his mind is still holding on. I for sure thought he was going to pass away this morning but he didn't. He purked up after 10 mins and seen I had beef jerky. After that he went in my room to sleep beside me while I worked. The euthanasia process doesn't sound so bad at all. I've had the first drug they use to put me to sleep for a procedure. I didn't know a thing but its knowing that I made the decision to end my dogs life that bothers me. I know he will die on his own regardless but there's times he just seems so happy and not ready to go. I've had to put down a cat and a dog in the past. I wasn't in the room when they passed but now I know its the best thing for the pet to do to comfort them. I just don't know if I'm strong enough to do it. I hate this so much. Its awful.
Jaells, I'm soooo sooo sorry for your loss. Please help me....why did u make the decision??? I'm hurting. I can't do it. It's been a tough 2 days. I can't do it.
God, my treasure will be leaving us today in about 14-15hrs from me writing this comment (its 3am now) and i am crying so much… i cant go to sleep. He’s been 18 years with us and knowing that we will never see him again after today is…. Fucking painful auggh. I will miss him so so much… 💔
I appreciate knowing these details. Initially, discussing cremation upfront seems both traumatic and brutal. However, I realized it's best because it helps me accept the outcome before the procedure. It's also a necessary choice to make in advance, as it would be more brutal to decide after experiencing the shock of my dog's sudden passing.
We’re doing this with our 16 year old baby Alfie on Friday, he’s a westie. He’s been the best dog and I’ve had him since I was 14 😢 I’m beyond heartbroken broken but he’s so poorly 💔
My cat was to get 2 shots one for sedation. When they brought her in after putting cathader in ,she appeared to be in excruciating pain, gasping for air, jumping around, crawling trying to get away before she got the second shot. What was going on, I thought this was supposed to be painless, peaceful. I hope she didn't suffer too much. 😢
Putting my dog down in a week... He's 13 1/2. Crazy how much this hurts. Been with us for almost 13 years. He was a rescue pup. Best on the spot decision I made. He started our family with my wife and I. He was there right from the start of our fresh relationship to marriage, watching my kids grow up, getting two other dogs. Watching our family grow, while he got older. I've lost relatives, friends, but this hurt is like no other. I know the guilt will set in. What was more important than taking the time to give a belly rub? Why didn't I stop what I was doing to get on the floor more often? This guilt, will go away, I know.... Just remember Dogs live in the moment. They don't hold grudges. It's that unconditional love they show you, that is why this hurts so much. His last week will be all about him and how we can spoil him. We will show him how much we love him, and how much he meant to everyone of us. I will thank him for all the happiness he has brought into our lives. I will make sure I am there by his side, to be his comfort his security as he was ours. He will always be in my heart and by my side, watching me grow old, until I see him again. Love you Parker. Love you ol' Man.
Yes, my cat has seen me through so many illnesses, heartbreak, and disappointment. I believe I made it through it all strong, because of him. I will see him off, also. He’s in end stage kidney failure, after 4 years of illness with CRF. He was still happy, though, but now he is suffering. 19 happy years! I hope I have the heart to do it before he suffers too much. I want him to feel loved, always.
@@sciencenotstigma9534 sorry to hear.. In the moment you will think "I just want more time with him, i can put it off for longer, look at him, he's still fine" but in reality you are doing it for yourself. You are trying to prolong the thought of what is to come. When I was finally able to realize that I should not be prolonging his life because of my feelings I was able to feel a sense of relief that I didn't wait for ME. It was the best thing i could have done for my dog. I Still miss him everyday, but the thought of him not being in pain anymore helps the guilt subside. Regards.
Your comments are helping more than you know right now. With tears filling my eyes, thank you so much for sharing and for making me feel like someone else gets the exact feeling that I’m having. My bestie is a 17 yr old cat…I rescued him as a kitten ❤️ The signs are creeping in but I keep pushing away the idea because he “seems good”..but I’m definitely being selfish. Cats are known for hiding their pain so what little I do notice, must actually be a lot for him. Thank you for taking the time to write you comments, they truly are helpful right now.
I had to put my dog down yesterday. So unfair dogs have a short life. They should live forever. Miss you Sofia thank you for your love and happiness. Please wait for me girl.
The hardest thing we have to do is to let go. We had to put our Isabelle down a few days ago after being told she was in extreme pain and bleeding out. We had her over 12 years as a rescue and my house is empty without her. I miss her fluffy cuddles and kisses 😢
Do most of the pet owners stay with their pet until the end or leave just before the injection? I hate to be a baby but I don't want to see my cat die in front of my eyes.
I don’t know about other people but I’d say it’s best to stay. You have to consider that they are in a very vulnerable position, probably scared because they are at the vet, at least if the owner is by their side the experience can be less scary for them
When my boy Stuart (Rottweiler Chow mix) was put down, my mother and I were in the room with him without question or hesitation (for reference, I met him when I was 4 and he left us when I was 14). The vet was so calm and understanding - even said "Thank you for being here with him. It means a lot for you to do him this last favor". I'm more of a cat person, but I will miss my boy Stuart every day. (Along with my other 2 childhood dogs, Charlotte (chocolate lab, died by being run over) and Emma (Jack Russell terrier, put down due to old age and what I assume was a mental condition - she was a sweet dog until something set her off)). Rest easy, my friends. I have since made friends in the form of my father's pets Shandy (Pitbull mix), Squeaker (some form of cat that I don't know to be honest) and Muffin (a Tortie that is floofy as can be), as well as my love, pride and joy Arya (my Maine Coon cat who is so sweet and playful... if a bit mischievous)
After watching dozens of videos on this topic, I keep coming back to this one. My cat is going downhill from a polyp/tumor growing in her nasal passage that is blocking her nasal breathing and putting pressure on the back of her eyes. I'm about to have to do this to my cat and I am so torn on what to do being that I have never had to do this before. Dr. Lera was correct, this is the hardest decision I've ever having to make. :(
My cat is going through the same thing.. she was diagnosed a few months back… we had surgery to remove the polyp…. But it came back.. her nose has a nasally discharge and her eyes are watering.. she’s not eating much so we’ve made the hard decisions and Will be going to the vet today 😢😢
@@cashmeinparadise So sorry that you are experiencing this also. Just know that doing this is such a selfless act, it has to be what is best for them. One of my mistakes was that I knew it was time to put her down, and I had others telling me to wait, she doesn't appear that bad. But they didn't know her as well as I did. That caused me to wait about 4-6 weeks too long. I am still upset with myself for making her suffer with that extra wait time. I lost her 10-15-2021 at 11:10am. I'll say a prayer for you and your sweet girl, thank you for loving her.
Don't know why its not similar for humans...you see your old pet suffering ie. behaving differently, miserable and not eating properly, probably in some kind of pain etc. and its humane to do the decent thing...but no choice for people!
Every dog we ever owned died at home and NOT by drugs! We had Charcoal, he got hit by a semi, my mother told me she tried to pet Blackey and he yelped everytime she touched him, he later died, believe somebody come on our property when we were not there and beat on him, Spot he was pretty old when he died and lots of others that died at home, not drugs. We loved every animal that we had and miss them all!!!!!
Thank you. Had to put my dog down today and it was the most difficult decision :( He was diagnosed with cancer. It was really aggressive and I could see him slowly getting weaker and weaker. Our last week with him was so special. We gave him all the love and spoils that he deserved and made sure he was as comfortable as possible at home. I struggled with the decision but remembering him at his happiest and not letting him suffer is helping me get through it. My family and I were right by his side to let him know that it's okay. He was relaxed during the process and didn't fight it. We miss him so much ❤️
@@inderjitkaur852 I'm so sorry to hear 😔 it really is a heartbreaking thing to go through 💔 you'll miss them everyday but eventually it does get a little better ❤️
