The Worst Possible News

[chrissa1]

Took my old boy for his tests this morning and found out that he has a massive growth in front of his heart which is inoperable.
It is this growth that is making him go off his food and not want to move very much.

My daughter down at Surrey Uni is heartbroken and wants to jump in her car and come home. I've said no to that.
Will know more when I pick him up shortly.

I hate 2011.

[Zeuhl]

My thoughts are with you.

We lost our little guy four weeks ago after nearly 16 years of loving companionship.

Very difficult especially as we (as caring owners) need to take the responsibility of choosing when. In a way, it's the final good service we can do them.

Consider having the vet round to the house, it's a bit more expensive but allows them to pass away in the comfort of their home surroundings with less stress.

[Frank97]

I'm sorry to hear this, losing a loved pet just so sucks.

[Nosha123]

so sad for you - as everyone here is... Its the hardest thing in the world to do - but also the kindest a good and loving pet owner can do.
I guess something has to get them all in the end... be sure to know that he had a truly loving and wonderful home with you all and your family and was much much loved... He is a lucky boy to have such great owners!
good luck...

[Euphemia]

So sorry to hear your sad news. Our pets bring us so much joy, it hurts deeply when the end is near.

[chrissa1]

Thank you for all your kind words folks. Going back to the vets on Friday afternoon. As long as the good days outweigh the bad days I'll keep him with me.

[DTCwordfan]

you'll know when the time is right......do have as much fun and good memories for the moment.

[Purple_Popple]

Awwww Chrissa !! Really feel for you at this time, very difficult time for you all, our pets are a big part of our family and they tear our hearts to pieces when you have to say goodbye to them..... :(

[wolf63]

My thought are with all of you - it is never easy losing a friend. At least you will all be able to say goodbye to him and this should help all of you.

Susan x

[chrissa1]

Just sitting here looking at him and now knowing what he has inside him, I can't let him endure it any longer.
My daughter is getting the train up from Surrey tomorrow morning and will be here at 13.10. We will all have the weekend together with him and then the decision will be made.
I'm crying as I type.

[lcg]

bless you and hugs. i think it's very noble to have your family spend some time...and in some ways it is harder, particularly given your crappy 2011. we will be here when you need to talk, type and cry - and be thinking of you. spoil yourselves rotten if you can. elsie x

[Prudie]

Oh Chrissa I've just read this and my heart bleeds for you, I'm so sorry. Life can be so mean sometimes after all you've been through. There's nothing I can say that will help, thinking of you.

[Jan1957]

So very sorry to hear this Chrissa. My thoughts are with you. xx

[chrissa1]

Thank you all very much.

[masma]

I'm so sorry to hear what you're all going through, my love and thoughts are with you.

I agree with you about 2011 :-(

[ruthann58]

chrissa so sorry have been where you are, if you can afford it have the vet come to you and let it be at home so much better for all concerned sending you all my love

[Euphemia]

Will be thinking of you over the weekend.

[NoMercy]

So sorry, Chrissa. My thoughts are with you and your beloved pet. X x

[lankeela]

What a wonderful owner your dog has got - one who really cares about the dog over their own feelings - this is so heartwarming and I congratulate you on putting your dog first. So many people keep their animals going just for their own selfishness. It will be so difficult but you will know you are preventing him from getting to the stage where you are not sure whether he is actually suffering and as I always say, better a day too soon than a moment too late.

[rsvp]

Understand how you feel chrissa1 x

[divegirl]

Oh bless you for doing the right thing...I hope your boy has the best weekend of his life now....lots of cuddles and treats.
My thoughts and love are with you and your family.

Lisa x