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New nickname - ‘Twat’
Tonight we had our old dog euthanized. Marx was 13 1/2 years old. When we got home he was not doing well and had a high temp. We took him to the emergency vet clinic. In a nutshell, we were already treating him for arthritis and spondylosis but he still had some trouble walking. He also had symptoms of kidney disease. The vet felt there was not much more we could do for him. More heavy duty treatment might have bought a few more days(literally) but not improve quality of life. He seemed to be in a lot of pain and did not have his usual spark. He would always have at minimum a tail wag, even when he was not feeling his best. Not tonight.
Marx taught me a lot. He was the dog that forced me to learn and ultimately change how I view dog behavior and gun dog training techniques. He was a happy go lucky dog with a lot of talent. Only understanding and humane methods would bring out his best and preserve the puppy in him. Fortunately I was smart enough to figure that out. He was my best example when I held gun dog training classes and he never disappointed. He made me look good.
Saying that my heart aches doesn't come close to describing how sad I feel about his passing. He was my constant companion. He truly was a once in a lifetime dog. We knew it and made sure he had a good life. Yes, we do have Tina and she is a great dog too, however, Marx is the one that paved the way so she is living a good life too. No regrets.
If there is a dog heaven, I am sure he is running through the fields and finding pheasants everywhere. Nothing holding him back.
Here's to you Marx. Love and treats forever.
Marx taught me a lot. He was the dog that forced me to learn and ultimately change how I view dog behavior and gun dog training techniques. He was a happy go lucky dog with a lot of talent. Only understanding and humane methods would bring out his best and preserve the puppy in him. Fortunately I was smart enough to figure that out. He was my best example when I held gun dog training classes and he never disappointed. He made me look good.
Saying that my heart aches doesn't come close to describing how sad I feel about his passing. He was my constant companion. He truly was a once in a lifetime dog. We knew it and made sure he had a good life. Yes, we do have Tina and she is a great dog too, however, Marx is the one that paved the way so she is living a good life too. No regrets.
If there is a dog heaven, I am sure he is running through the fields and finding pheasants everywhere. Nothing holding him back.
Here's to you Marx. Love and treats forever.
Condolences Faith, I know exactly what you are going through as our own was put to sleep on Tuesday after some stroke type thing left her paralysed.
It wasn't something we were anywhere near ready for with a 3 yr old dog (if you are ever ready at all).
It wasn't something we were anywhere near ready for with a 3 yr old dog (if you are ever ready at all).
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Heart-breaking when they go.
We are on our fifth rescue and probably our last. It cheers me up to think that the rescue centres save thousands of good dogs who have ended up there through no fault of their own.
We are on our fifth rescue and probably our last. It cheers me up to think that the rescue centres save thousands of good dogs who have ended up there through no fault of their own.
My in laws are both in their 80`s and their dog is sadly on his last legs. I`m very fond of the little chap as we look after him maybe 8-10 weeks a year so he feels a little like part of our family too. We have recommended to them that when he does go while at their age they cant commit to a young dog they should consider rescuing an older one. The type that often is left at the shelter because of its age. Not only would they be doing a good thing it would also help keep them active, healthy & happy so benefits all round.
Yeah, our last 2 were rescues, an 8 yr old american bulldog that lasted to 13, and then the presa canario/mastiff cross who we only had for 13 months.
The big dogs scare a lot of folk, so they can be in the pounds a long time.
It sounds shit, but we are off to meet a large 5yr old crossbreed on Saturday. It seems very early, but the adoption process can take
a month in some cases, and thats a long time for a dog in a rescue.
Thank you and my sympathies to you as well. We have had several pets euthanized throughout the years, Marx being the oldest. I think it gets harder each time and as we get older too.
The vet also questioned if one can ever be prepared. He said it was hard personally and wished he had a dog live to be 13.
I am not interested in getting a puppy and starting over. I do have a soft spot for the old dogs though. Maybe sometime down the road I would be open to providing a home for one in need. Tina doesn't like other dogs so it will be a while. She is still recovering from pyometra. I am cautiously optimistic that she is out of the woods. We could have almost had no dogs today.
I know how you are feeling. We only ever had one dog and when he went (in 1980) we never got another.
A few days later and it's still somewhat rough not having Marx around. We will have to go to our travel trailer soon(where we hunt) and to our cabin up north and face all of his things all over again in those places.
Paul picked up his ashes yesterday. May sound a little weird but it's comforting having him back home.
Pic is at 7yrs old. He was a striking dog, admired by many people. I found out from his breeder that all his littermates(8 or 9?) had already gone before him.
Paul picked up his ashes yesterday. May sound a little weird but it's comforting having him back home.
Pic is at 7yrs old. He was a striking dog, admired by many people. I found out from his breeder that all his littermates(8 or 9?) had already gone before him.
Turn your bed over and find out just how comfortable it is.....
Is that @Robarano
Looks more like you, grumpy chops !
I'm standing in front of the dog, coz I iz svelte.
Looks like your grumpy rain face you had in IrelandLooks more like you, grumpy chops !
Fook it's hot....
