What is your opinion about euthanasia?
It’s so commonly accepted for animals, why should someone not be allowed to make that decision for themself?
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EmilyEdith · 56-60, F
Repete · 70-79, M
I agree but everyone has different opinions and sees things that others don’t . Just my opinion.@EmilyEdith
EmilyEdith · 56-60, F
@Repete True. That is where a very level-headed vet comes in. A physical exam can determine quality of life, if not what the future is.
Repete · 70-79, M
I’m not completely sure about that either but a vet can give good advice about if an animal is in pain and if it’s only going to get worse. We had a dog actually the one in my profile picture he got hit by a truck hurt his back he had days he couldn’t get around very easy and others he could. He was like two dogs in one a pup full of energy front with an old lame back end . Vet said nothing he could do . The dog was a good dog for 3 more years as long as we kept the pup end a little bit quieter his hind end was ok. Walks was fine jumping around was not.
We had to put him down in the end . @EmilyEdith
We had to put him down in the end . @EmilyEdith
EmilyEdith · 56-60, F
@Repete awww💕
My oldest dog had a stroke last Fall. The regular vet was out of town so we had to do the emergency clinic. They definitely recommended I put her down due to the stroke/age (13)combo, but I have met many dogs who have done well after a stroke. I decided to give her the week until the regular vet returned and then reevaluate our situation. She improved so much during that week at home, all we needed was advice going forward by the time we saw the vet. She is a spicy little thing, and still enjoying life. I know I don't have much more time with her, but each day is a little gift, we are satisfied.😌
It's hard to know when to hold on, and when to let go. I try to avoid being selfish when and if I must decide these things for them.
My oldest dog had a stroke last Fall. The regular vet was out of town so we had to do the emergency clinic. They definitely recommended I put her down due to the stroke/age (13)combo, but I have met many dogs who have done well after a stroke. I decided to give her the week until the regular vet returned and then reevaluate our situation. She improved so much during that week at home, all we needed was advice going forward by the time we saw the vet. She is a spicy little thing, and still enjoying life. I know I don't have much more time with her, but each day is a little gift, we are satisfied.😌
It's hard to know when to hold on, and when to let go. I try to avoid being selfish when and if I must decide these things for them.
Repete · 70-79, M
A lot of times you can tell when they start losing the will to go on they know
Every minute or day you can spend with your special furry friend is indeed a blessing in many ways. Enjoy every one of them@EmilyEdith
Every minute or day you can spend with your special furry friend is indeed a blessing in many ways. Enjoy every one of them@EmilyEdith