Guest FullMetalFrank Posted October 7, 2008 Share Posted October 7, 2008 Everyone's comments have validity. However, you have a relationship with Miles that none of us does. That relationship allows you to know when and if it is time to say goodbye to him. So, be gentle with yourself, choose to love your dog more than you love yourself in this matter, listen closely to him, and, once a decision has been made, don't second guess yourself. You'll know if Miles wants to keep fighting or needs to let go -- just trust yourself. I think there is a lot of good sense in this advice. No one else but you and your family will really be able to know when it is "time"... Sending hugs and prayers for you and Miles. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest lauri Posted October 7, 2008 Share Posted October 7, 2008 He's not in pain...I can tell you that much. But last night on one of my checks, he was sleeping on our hard floor next to his bed. Then when Mike left for work in the morning he was laying on the concrete patio just outside the dog door. He can walk, though a bit wobbly, when you can help stand him up, but he cannot get up from a laying position. I did see him get up this morning when I asked if he wanted a car ride - one of his favorite things. He was excited to go! And when I came home he was laying in his sand pit outside so obviously he was able to get up. But tonight I had to help him to stand. He ate LOTS of chicken but almost collapsed from weakness so I walked him to his bed and had him eat there. Then later I had to help him up to go potty. One thing I have noticed is how his eyes sink in even farther when he chews, but he seems so happy to eat! And his heartbeat is 'weird'. This has all been happening so quick it seems. I've blocked the dog door and he's sleeping next to me in his bed in our room tonight. I'll have to take him to go potty and that's just fine. I woke up Mike and told him tomorrow may be the day. I just can't let him go on like this and I feel in my heart that it's not getting better. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest lynne893 Posted October 7, 2008 Share Posted October 7, 2008 My heart goes out to you, and to all of you. I've been there, twice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest tricolorhounds Posted October 7, 2008 Share Posted October 7, 2008 Hugs to you, Mike and Miles... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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JerseyGirlInOz Posted October 7, 2008 Share Posted October 7, 2008 I know how hard it is to have to make a decision like this . Huge 's to you, lauri---whatever you decide. "Hurricane Sandi" (Baurna to Run). Forever missing my "Angel-With-A Crooked-Halo" Hailey, and "Mokkah" (Xpress Point) with all my heart. "If there are no dogs in Heaven, then when I die I want to go where they went." ~~Will Rogers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fiona3 Posted October 7, 2008 Share Posted October 7, 2008 Lauri, I am so sorry. I know how this can tear you apart inside. Whatever you decide all our thoughts will be with you. :grouphug Hobbes - April 2, 1994 to April 9, 2008-----Tasha - May 23, 2000 to March 31, 2013 Fiona - Aug 29, 2001 to May 5, 2014-----Bailey - March 22, 2001 to Jan 20, 2015 Zeke - June 1, 2004 - Jan 26, 2016----Callie - July 14, 2006 to July 27, 2019 Forever in my heart: Chooch, Molly, Dylan & Lucy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Burpdog Posted October 7, 2008 Share Posted October 7, 2008 Diane & The Senior Gang Burpdog Biscuits Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Batmom Posted October 7, 2008 Share Posted October 7, 2008 Thinking of you and Mike and your sweetest Miles today. Star aka Starz Ovation (Ronco x Oneco Maggie*, litter #48538), Coco aka Low Key (Kiowa Mon Manny x Party Hardy, litter # 59881), and mom in IllinoisWe miss Reko Batman (Trouper Zeke x Marque Louisiana), 11/15/95-6/29/06, Rocco the thistledown whippet, 04/29/93-10/14/08, Reko Zema (Mo Kick x Reko Princess), 8/16/98-4/18/10, the most beautiful girl in the whole USA, my good egg Joseph aka Won by a Nose (Oneco Cufflink x Buy Back), 09/22/2003-03/01/2013, and our gentle sweet Gidget (Digitizer, Dodgem by Design x Sobe Mulberry), 1/29/2006-11/22/2014, gone much too soon. Never forgetting CJC's Buckshot, 1/2/07-10/25/10. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest PhillyPups Posted October 7, 2008 Share Posted October 7, 2008 Lauri and Mike, Such a painful gift of love is so selfless and so very very hard. I have no answer for you, however, I knew when I was faced with your decision I wanted an answer. I do have prayers and :bighugs for you all. Please know you are not alone here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest HersheysMom Posted October 7, 2008 Share Posted October 7, 2008 Thinking of you and your family. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaliforniaGreys Posted October 7, 2008 Share Posted October 7, 2008 We're holding you all in our prayers Missing my little Misty who took a huge piece of my heart with her on 5/2/09, and Ekko, on 6/28/12 For the sick, the lost, and the homeless Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest jettcricket Posted October 7, 2008 Share Posted October 7, 2008 ....thinking of you and your sweet baby. We all here for you.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jiffer Posted October 7, 2008 Share Posted October 7, 2008 (edited) Edited October 7, 2008 by Jiffer Jennifer and Beamish (an unnamed Irish-born Racer) DOB: October 30, 2011 Forever and always missing my "Vowels", Icarus, Atlas, Orion, Uber, and Miss Echo, and Mojito. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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carronstar Posted October 7, 2008 Share Posted October 7, 2008 Keeping you all in my prayers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Guest lauri Posted October 7, 2008 Share Posted October 7, 2008 I'm leaving in a couple of minutes. Miles was able to get up a few times on his own overnight but had a big 'D' blowout on the floor. He's now not able to get up on his own again and when asked if he wanted a car ride, he tried to get up, gave up and then wouldn't even assist me in helping him. I gave him his favorite cookies - they contain wheat which I had him off of for such a long time. He ate a few but wasn't interested anymore. Wouldn't even lift his head for water, so I syringed after. His main vet, Dr. Diana, is the one seeing him this morning. Maybe she'll give me different news, but I can only pray for the best. Miles has had a very good life with us. He was ALWAYS happy and loved to play and cuddle. I know we'll miss him terribly, but I'm sure between he and Mike, when were ready to adopt again, we'll come out with another winner! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest BradyzMommy Posted October 7, 2008 Share Posted October 7, 2008 :grouphug Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patricia Posted October 7, 2008 Share Posted October 7, 2008 (edited) I know... Thinking of you both. Edited October 7, 2008 by patricia Patti-Mommy of Lady Sophia 7-28-92 - 8-3-04... LaceyLaine 8-2-94-12-5-07... Flash Gordon 7-14-99 - 8-29-09... BrookLynne...Pavé Maria... and 18 Bridge Kids. WATCHING OVER US~SOPHIA~QUEENIE~LACEY LAINE~ CODY ANGELO~FLASH GORDON. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jackandgrey Posted October 7, 2008 Share Posted October 7, 2008 I am crying for you. Susan, Jessie and Jordy NORTHERN SKY GREYHOUND ADOPTION ASSOCIATION Jack, in my heart forever March 1999-Nov 21, 2008 My Dancing Queen Jilly with me always and forever Aug 12, 2003-Oct 15, 2010 Joshy I will love you always Aug 1, 2004-Feb 22,2013 Jonah my sweetheart May 2000 - Jan 2015 " You will never need to be alone again. I promise this. As your dog, I will sing this promise to you, and whisper it to you at night, every night, with my breath." Stanley Coren Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheFullHouse Posted October 7, 2008 Share Posted October 7, 2008 My heart is breaking for you. Judy, mom to Darth Vader, Bandita, And Angel Forever in our hearts, DeeYoGee, Dani, Emmy, Andy, Heart, Saint, Valentino, Arrow, Gee, Bebe, Jilly Bean, Bullitt, Pistol, Junior, Sammie, Joey, Gizmo, Do Bee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest PhillyPups Posted October 7, 2008 Share Posted October 7, 2008 Ah the hardest journey of our life. to you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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