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April 16, 2007
Poor Samantha
I took my 22-year old cat into the vet today because she hasn't been feeling well lately. She keeps losing weight, is dehydrated, and howls for no (apparent) reason about 15 times a day. I mentally prepared myself to put her down today, but it didn't happen. It's either her kidneys (in which case nothing can be done) or her thyroid (in which case something can be done, but it might not be viable given her age and damage already done).
They took blood and I'll get the results tomorrow afternoon. Then it's decision time. Do I put her down right away, or try to give her a bit more time? How much stress is it fair to put on her (with treatments, vet visits, etc.) for a bit more time? If I have her put down, do I choose to be with her or let them do it without me there?
These are not decisions that I want to make, but have no choice. This is one of those times that I wish I could trade my 'responsible adult' card in for a 'carefree child' card.
Posted by Tania at April 16, 2007 06:39 PM
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Tania....
I understand what your going through.The day I had to put my dog Scarlet down was hardest thing I`ve ever did.I chose to be with her when they did it and for me it was the right thing to do.
Hugs,
Luc
Posted by: Luc Rioux at April 16, 2007 07:45 PM
Sweetie... I feel for you as you know I had to make that same decision with Dana and that was extremely hard for me to let go of my only constant companion of 14 years. I chose not to stay because I wanted to be able to remember her the way she was not as a lifeless body but as the loving pup I had ever had the pleasure of spending so many years with.
Just call if you need me... I'll be here
Posted by: Giz at April 18, 2007 06:50 AM
