Daisy in final stage

[KrissyM87]

About three weeks ago found out my best friends numbers were off the charts. First vet suggested euthanasia, second gave me some options. I have been researching like crazy and trying everything possible, hollistic and prescribed by the vet. My Daisy, who will be 17 in April has been fighting hard. We have been doing SB fluids twice daily at home, along with many other things around the clock. I allowed my hopes to get to high. She has been so happy and alert, earing again (though still reluctantly) then the last couple days has started to refuse food again. Ive bought every option available and cooked many other options, she just won't eat it. She still keeps sniffing around looking for "junk" food dropped by my little ones. Today she stole a doughnut! Why would she be so drawn to eat junk food? I'm considering adding sugar to her food even though i know it is bad for her. I feel i have nothing to lose. She is waisting away and i can't watch her starve to death.

Another question. Does anyone have some great tips for giving the sb fluids? She is starting to fight me and it's breaking my heart, lately she is jerking around so much i end up having to stab her multiple times. I cannot keep doing this! I know if i stop the fluids she will get worse quickly but am not ready for that decision. I don't want to.be selfish and keep making her fight but i don't want to give up too soon as she is so happy agin, following me around again. How can i ever decide when she has had enough? This emotional roller coaster is killing me. I have had daisy since i was 11! She got me through soooo many hard times, now it is my turn but i feel i am not being strong enough for her. Please help

we are retesting her bloodwork tomorrow and im overly anxious. Her numbers about three weeks ago were crazy high. Bun off the charts >180  creatine 6.5  phoshporus 16 something. (she is sleeping on me or id go grab tge paper for reference)

Thanks for the support, no one in my life can understand right now, so im thankful to have found this group!

[KrissyM87]

She is at peace now. Hardest day of my life. Im at home and everywhere i look am reminded of the giant hole in my heart. I just want her back, but am so thankful she will never suffer again. Will write more when i can

[DogBlog]

Putting her down is the most unselfish thing you can do for your baby.  Letting her suffer with hopes she'll die at home won't help you feel better.  I know that sounds blunt but I truly believe that with all my heart.  Do what you feel in your heart.  We will continue to be here for you!!!

[KrissyM87]

Thank u all, so much. I cannot tell you what your words mean to me. h
You are all right she's giving me that look. That look that's making me want to give up along side her. I guess what is making it extra hard is my dad and sister telling me I should let her die at home. it's making me feel like I'm making the wrong decision but you guys are right it's time. I just can't handle it. Thank u all for taking time for us today of all days.

[DogBlog]

When we had to put Sammie down in September, the night before we had her in the E.R. She seemed to perk up and even ate breakfast in the morning.  I went to work but luckily my husband is retired.  By 9 a.m. he called me and said I should come home.  I knew in my heart it was time.  My husband doesn't normally panic over anything so I knew it had to be bad.  When I pulled in the driveway, he was already outside with her in his arms.  Long story short, I took one look at  her then and knew.

Whatever your decision today, you will know when the time is right although you will doubt yourself over and over.

My heart is with you and your family.

Please keep us posted.

My best,
Charlene

[Earlsteffie]

No Tony, it isn't crazy, and it was for the same reason I didn't mention it either......YES, They will tell you with their eyes.....a special look they give you and that look will burn holes. The look is simply as such,..."Oh, how I Admire and Love you,.......You continue to do so much for me, BUT, can't you see I'm not Happy".

At this point in Stage 4, where they have lost so much muscle mass and become so weak, so weak that they become unable to walk(usually just hours after they start stumbling, etc)......THIS is the time that your Beloved Companion will be giving you that Very Special Look.

I have never understood WHY things like this always occur on holidays and/or weekends. Believe me Krissy, when I tuned-in and saw your post, the very first thought in my mind,......"It's a Sunday.....Easter Sunday.....It couldn't be at a worst time".

Be strong Krissy,...It is all you can do.

Earl

[tonyb286]

This sounds a little crazy to some ... but I believe it, so I'm passing it on. Daisy will tell you when she's ready. It will be in her eyes. And it will be very clear to you what she's saying. The best owners (like you) know their best friends so well, conversations become instinctive. If she's looking at you and saying, mom, I'm ready, then the time has come. My heart sinks when I think of those words, because I know how painful it is to even think them, never mind say them. You are the only person Daisy has to truly talk to, because you and her share a special bond. Whatever you decide, I know it will be the right decision at the right time.

My heart is with you.

Tony x