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I'm sitting here waiting for the vet to come and put my dog to sleep. Her kidneys are failing and she has a host of other health issues, too. It's time to do the right thing (but so hard!).

We adopted Tally, our Dachshund, 14 years ago at the age of one. She's a beautiful, funny girl and we had all those good years with her. She's terrified of her vet's office so I have a mobile vet coming to the house in a half hour. She can die as peacefully as possible while I am holding her. Poor sweet little Tallybelle. :-(

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It is such a difficult time, please have strength in knowing you are not letting her suffer anymore. Did you ever read the "Dog's Prayer"? I cannot read it without crying. That prayer gives me strength when its time to put a family member down. Hold her memories in your heart !!!

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The mobile vet was wonderful. She made a difficult time a little easier for us both. She sedated Tally while I held her, talked to her and pet her. Tally was very relaxed and calm. When I was ready she gave her the second shot and Tally just closed her eyes and was gone. I cried like a baby for an hour but I know it was time. They don't live near long enough...

Thank you for your kind words.

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I'm crying with you. As a fellow pet mom, I understand how much love you had for your baby and how hard that must've been. I know she is so thankful that she had a kind & loving owner who allowed her to be free of all the pain she was going through.

If you are religious and believe in heaven, I highly recommend reading The Rainbow Bridge. It talks about a place where all our pets go when they pass and how they happily wait, free of pain & sadness, for us until we are reunited with them in heaven. I know it brought me so much peace.

*Big Hugs*

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I'm sooo sorry for your loss...I still mourn the boxer I lost in 2010... I miss him all the time.. It gets easier with time ... You did an incredibly hard, unselfish thing. Your dog will always love you.

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I'm sitting here waiting for the vet to come and put my dog to sleep. Her kidneys are failing and she has a host of other health issues, too. It's time to do the right thing (but so hard!).

We adopted Tally, our Dachshund, 14 years ago at the age of one. She's a beautiful, funny girl and we had all those good years with her. She's terrified of her vet's office so I have a mobile vet coming to the house in a half hour. She can die as peacefully as possible while I am holding her. Poor sweet little Tallybelle. :-(

My condolences. I had a wonderful Dachshund for 13 yrs, Schnapps. He hiked up Mt. Washington in New Hampshire with us, and slept under my covers as a kid. A great combination of sporty and lap dog, and so wonderfully naughty, loving to disobey. Glad you had her.

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I am also crying as I read all of these posts. chicken Soup for the Dog Lover's Soul, OMG, whatever you do, DO NOT READ IT AT WORK. I did. What a mistake. Boo Hoo'd like a little baby.

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I'm so sorry for your loss. That's one of the worst things about having furry children. I hope your heart mends quickly and you can remember all the joy she brought to you.

Yep, crying now too. And I haven't lost a pet since 2005.

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Huge dog lover here and my heart truly goes out to you. I know all too well what you're feeling. I cannot, and do not want to, imagine my life without a four legged best friend. You never forget those friends. But I hope that when the time is right, you'll get another furry person. Nothing, absolutely nothing, will put a smile on your face and a song in your heart - like a puppy!

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Soooo very sorry...I have 3, and my oldest is 15 and has cancer, she is still eating and barking so the vet said that although she gave her 3 weeks to live 1 1/2 yrs ago LOL...its not her time, but when she lets me know, I wont hesitate a moment...thanks for knowing it was time...hugs and prayers coming your way...xxxxxxxx

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My heart is breaking for you. I have fury babies myself and have lost some in the past it is very difficult. Prayers and hugs sending your way.

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Thank you again, everyone, for your kind words and sympathy. I do have two boy Dachshunds who are eight years old. God willing, we'll have them with us a long time yet. Each dog is unique and, though I have two others, I will miss my sweet girl.

I find the hardest thing in the world to do is choosing to end the life of someone you love. I know in my HEAD that it was necessary, but in my HEART it feels like I killed a dear friend. That is what is tearing me apart. :-(

It's just too fresh...

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Thank you again' date=' everyone, for your kind words and sympathy. I do have two boy Dachshunds who are eight years old. God willing, we'll have them with us a long time yet. Each dog is unique and, though I have two others, I will miss my sweet girl. I find the hardest thing in the world to do is choosing to end the life of someone you love. I know in my HEAD that it was necessary, but in my HEART it feels like I killed a dear friend. That is what is tearing me apart. :-( It's just too fresh...[/quote']

I am an animal control officer and have talked to many people about this decision. It is never easy, but I always remember what my mom has told me - the pets will tell you when it is time. They Give you a look and you know at that moment it is time. You did the right thing for her, and although you hurt now she no longer does. That is what I hold onto when I have had to make this decision. In a few days one of your boys will do something that will make you laugh and you will remember the good times with her.

Have a good cry tonight while holding your boys. If they are like some of my animals they will give you the - mommas gone crazy look, but will allow you to be crazy!

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