peepinmofo Posted October 30, 2008 Share Posted October 30, 2008 So Leroy, a black lab, is an 11 year old dog I got as a puppy when I lived with my mom. When I moved out, he stayed with her as she fell in love with him. So anyway, he means the world to my mom and step dad, and last week he had his spleen removed along with a mass the size of a kitty litter pan. Well, she got the call last night that it spread to other organs and he only has about 6 months to live. Anyway, I have a feeling they will be putting him down very soon because he just isnt himself anymore, and it is likely due to pain. Well, he was my first dog, so I have a pretty strong connection with him, and even more so now that I know he isnt going to be around much longer. So anyway, I could use some cheering up, good vibes, and anythng else that might help. Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TimC Posted October 30, 2008 Share Posted October 30, 2008 (edited) I put Bootsie, our black lab of 14 years, down a couple of months ago. She had the hip displaxia (sp) and I came home one day and she was paralyzed. It was the toughest thing I've done, but in the end, I felt better for her no longer suffering. Her twin sister, Chalkie, is starting to lose her sight and I know she doesn't have much longer. I think about Bootsie every day, but putting her down is the right thing to do. The vet gave us a footprint in clay as a keepsake and it was very peaceful. I think they won't see any passage of time and will just wake up and I'll be there with them in heaven one day. I feel for your family: Stay strong Leroy. Edited October 30, 2008 by TimC Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tonyr0802 Posted October 30, 2008 Share Posted October 30, 2008 Sorry to hear the bad news. It's amazing how much pets become family to us and mean as much as they do. I hope Leroy's last days are as comfortable as they can be and that your family gets to enjoy as much time as they can with him before he's gone. In honor of Leroy I have removed my sig, you know the one, and replaced it with a get well wish for Leroy. Good vibes are on the way Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrTed46 Posted October 30, 2008 Share Posted October 30, 2008 Good vibes my huddle brother. I have a pitbull (my 1st dog) who shares time at my parents and my sisters place since I can't take care of him ever since I moved out years ago...I cant imagine the pain because as with you I have a strong connection to him. Whenever I think of death, I always think of this line (forgot where I heard it, or who wrote it)..It's better to have lost a loved one than to never have loved. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rocknrobn26 Posted October 30, 2008 Share Posted October 30, 2008 Been there twice and probably will be there again in the next year. Hard thing to do, but when it's time, it's the best decision to make. Best vibes and thoughts comin', Bro! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hugh 0ne Posted October 30, 2008 Share Posted October 30, 2008 Get well Leroy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Skippy Posted October 30, 2008 Share Posted October 30, 2008 I still think about my dog from 25 years ago all the time. Those little guys do become a part of the family but when it is time to let them go you have to do it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whiskey Pimp Posted October 30, 2008 Share Posted October 30, 2008 My wife and I had to put down our first dog together just last week and it was very hard to do. An 11 year old pug who got a liver infection and quickly spread throughout his entire abdomen and then resulted in a seizure. Thoughts are with you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
devilwoman Posted October 30, 2008 Share Posted October 30, 2008 Hang in there peep!! It is a difficult thing to have to do...and nothing at the time seems to help ease the pain. But know that you and your family gave this little guy a good home, loved him and brought a lot of joy to him and your family. Animals are so devoted. They epitomize unconditional love. If we could only attempt to be so devoted to our friends, family, partners what a better place the world would be. When I had to put my baby of 17 years down a year ago last May...it was the hardest thing I have every experienced next to my Mom's passing of cancer when I was 25. One thing that helped was this website and the responses I received from the people here who knew exactly what I was going through, because they had been there and for some on more than one occassion. I read the posts over and over and it seemed to help me cope. I hope we can do the same for you peep... My thoughts are with you and your family and Leroy... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
westvirginia Posted October 30, 2008 Share Posted October 30, 2008 Man, that stinks. Get well Leroy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hat Trick Posted October 30, 2008 Share Posted October 30, 2008 Hang in there Leroy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
i_am_the_swammi Posted October 30, 2008 Share Posted October 30, 2008 One of the toughest things that ever happened to me was losing my dog....heartbreaking in every sense of the word. Some excellent advice in this thread when I post my similar feelings about losing my dog: Losing a pet All the best to you and your family, peep....as hard as it sounds, you are doing the greatest thing you can for your dog by ensuring he is not in any pain. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
devilwoman Posted October 30, 2008 Share Posted October 30, 2008 One of the toughest things that ever happened to me was losing my dog....heartbreaking in every sense of the word. Some excellent advice in this thread when I post my similar feelings about losing my dog: Losing a pet All the best to you and your family, peep....as hard as it sounds, you are doing the greatest thing you can for your dog by ensuring he is not in any pain. kinda puts things into perspective...as least for me...some friends of mine were talking in general about all that seems to be going on in the world and we agreed that the only constant any more was change...now that I think about it, our pets are a constant...always there when we come home, ready for us to throw the ball, go for a walk or curl up with us on the couch...god love em!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chargerz Posted October 30, 2008 Share Posted October 30, 2008 I'm so sorry you're going to lose him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peepinmofo Posted October 30, 2008 Author Share Posted October 30, 2008 Thanks all for the kind words. While nothing will ever make him healthy again, just reading nice things from everyone makes a world of difference. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peepinmofo Posted October 30, 2008 Author Share Posted October 30, 2008 One of the toughest things that ever happened to me was losing my dog....heartbreaking in every sense of the word. Some excellent advice in this thread when I post my similar feelings about losing my dog: Losing a pet All the best to you and your family, peep....as hard as it sounds, you are doing the greatest thing you can for your dog by ensuring he is not in any pain. You know, I read this thread back then, and now as I reread it, was it no for me being at work, Id be in tears again. But that is a great story, and thanks for sharing it again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whomper Posted November 1, 2008 Share Posted November 1, 2008 Hang in there Leroy. Prayers sent Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wolverines Fan Posted November 2, 2008 Share Posted November 2, 2008 Sorry to hear the bad news. I've been through this situation with dogs and cats myself. Hang in there, Peep. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peepinmofo Posted November 13, 2008 Author Share Posted November 13, 2008 (edited) Well, I just wanted to update everyone... Leroy has been declining every day, and is just not the same dog. He isnt responsive, and my mom has made the decision to put him down tonight. Its been a pretty rough 2 days since I found out it was his time to go, but he will be bette off. Thanks for all the thoughts and prayers. Leroy, you were a good pup. You will be missed. See you up there sometime... Edited November 13, 2008 by peepinmofo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big John Posted November 13, 2008 Share Posted November 13, 2008 Well, I just wanted to update everyone... Leroy has been declining every day, and is just not the same dog. He isnt responsive, and my mom has made the decision to put him down tonight. Its been a pretty rough 2 days since I found out it was his time to go, but he will be bette off. Thanks for all the thoughts and prayers. Leroy, you were a good pup. You will be missed. See you up there sometime... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grits and Shins Posted November 13, 2008 Share Posted November 13, 2008 (edited) I swore I wouldn't cry. I was going to be a man about it. But I cried before I got to the car, I cried all the way there, I cried all the way home ... and i cried off and on for more than several days. Hell, I almost have a tear now as I remember how hard it was to put my lab down. Of all things I hope to never have to do again in my life ... putting down one of my pets ranks VERY VERY high on that list. Having said that I put off putting him down longer than I should have and I regret that I put him through as much pain as I did. I was being selfish because I didn't want to let him go. In the end it was the right thng to do ... I just should have done it sooner. Go ahead and cry. Edited November 13, 2008 by Grits and Shins Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hugh 0ne Posted November 13, 2008 Share Posted November 13, 2008 Sorry Peep. May Leroy be without pain shortly and move on to a better place. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Missoula Griz Posted November 13, 2008 Share Posted November 13, 2008 I swore I wouldn't cry. I was going to be a man about it. But I cried before I got to the car, I cried all the way there, I cried all the way home ... and i cried off and on for more than several days. Hell, I almost have a tear now as I remember how hard it was to put my lab down. Of all things I hope to never have to do again in my life ... putting down one of my pets ranks VERY VERY high on that list. Having said that I put off putting him down longer than I should have and I regret that I put him through as much pain as I did. I was being selfish because I didn't want to let him go. In the end it was the right thng to do ... I just should have done it sooner. Go ahead and cry. Darn. I almost shed a tear reading your post Blitz. Animals are special. They do become a big part of the family. I am sorry Peep. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
detlef Posted November 13, 2008 Share Posted November 13, 2008 The next person I meet who has as pure a heart as nearly every dog I've known will likely be the first. I truly feel for your family and am sorry for your loss. I am blessed to have two great dogs who should thankfully have many more years of life ahead of them (knocking on wood). I can't imagine how sad it will be when we lose either of them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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