laurie Posted June 26, 2009 Share Posted June 26, 2009 I didn't even know where to put this--I'm just so sad, and I need to let it out, and I know you guys understand. Rhemus is my heart and soul, and watching him age is just killing me. He's had various problems lately--hookworms, his back, his back legs, his throat, some confusion, tremors, etc., and I'm doing absolutely everything I can for him along with my vet, but I just feel so helpless. I want him to be young and healthy and happy, and to talk to me like he used to. I don't want him to have pain for even a minute, or to feel scared when his legs give out, or to have a hard time getting up. I'm even having a hard time making myself get his nails cut, because I know he hates it. I keep praying constantly for God not to take him from me. He does still have good moments, and he still wants his cookies--he always eats his cookies with his butt up in the air in sort of the play-bow position--it's the cutest thing. I'm going on my first real vacation in over 10 years in a couple weeks--camping/hiking in Silverton, Colorado--and I'm so scared to go. I don't want to leave Rhem. I would never, never forgive myself if something happened while I'm gone, for not being there for him. It's literally making me sick. Thanks for "listening;" I know there's nothing anyone can do, and that aging is a part of living. I just need a little help coping, I guess. Quote Laurie **& Angels Emily, Beatrice, Okie, Rhemus ,Vixen, and Rose-always in my heart** Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest greytbookert Posted June 26, 2009 Share Posted June 26, 2009 Having been in similar situation, I know exactly what you are feeling/saying! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaliforniaGreys Posted June 26, 2009 Share Posted June 26, 2009 Fully understand here too, only too well. Quote 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 greyscot Posted June 26, 2009 Share Posted June 26, 2009 I know exactly how you feel. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Energy11 Posted June 26, 2009 Share Posted June 26, 2009 We don't even know what Curfew has... it is a "presumed" brain tumor," and he is doing pretty well ... wayy better than a few months ago, BUT, I don't leave him. My DH does all the errands, etc., and I stay with Curfew. MY choice for sure, but that is the way it is for me. You have to decide what is right for YOU. We are not all alike, (thank God :-), and you know in your heart, what is right for you and your houndie. DH is picking up the granddaughter in two weeks, and she will stay for month, ... I am supossed to bring her back to Florida, and stay a week. ... I shall see. Maybe DH will do what as well. Hugs, love and prayers to you! YOU do what you think is best! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NevadasMom Posted June 26, 2009 Share Posted June 26, 2009 It is very hard to watch them start to fail.... But having gone down that road, I found that your bond becomes stronger & you enjoy the "moments" more. Quote Carol-Glendale, AZ Trolley (Figsiza Trollyn) Nevada 1992-2008...always in my heart Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest PhillyPups Posted June 26, 2009 Share Posted June 26, 2009 I know so what you are feeling Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest TurnerMiller01 Posted June 26, 2009 Share Posted June 26, 2009 I'm so sorry you are going thru this... Many prayers to you and your RHemus Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest sheila Posted June 26, 2009 Share Posted June 26, 2009 I know just what you are going through. I too was going on a much anticipated vacation during a similar time in Kiowas life and I was worried sick. The one thing that helped is that a very dear friend of my was dog sitting and she takes care of her dogs better than most folks take care of their children. He was well taken care of and I hope you have that option so it can put your mind at ease. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Batmom Posted June 27, 2009 Share Posted June 27, 2009 Smile for him and enjoy the little things. He doesn't know he is older and wobblier; he knows only that he has a nice life and a momma who loves him dearly. It is hard. Sending gentle hugs. Quote 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...
ZoomDoggy Posted June 27, 2009 Share Posted June 27, 2009 Been through it. Going through it again. Will keep on going through it as long as I have this weakness for seniors... I understand completely. Quote ~Aimee, with Flower, Alan, Queenie, & Spodee Odee! And forever in my heart: Tipper, Sissy, Chancy, Marla, Dazzle, Alimony, and Boo. This list is too damned long. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Lovey_Hounds Posted June 27, 2009 Share Posted June 27, 2009 I completely understand how you feel, we are going through something very similar but our girl is a lot younger we are counting our days with her and every good day we have with her is wonderful. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4greyhounds Posted June 27, 2009 Share Posted June 27, 2009 Quote Darlene Mom to: Aladdin, Sophie ,Pongo, Jasmine, Relic Forever in our Hearts Champ at the Rainbow Bridge. Let a greyhound race into your heart Adopt Bay Area Greyhound Adoptions INC. Naples/ Fort Myers Chapter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Houndtime Posted June 27, 2009 Share Posted June 27, 2009 Laurie, That is the problem with pets. They never seem to stay as long as we would like them to. Give him all the love that your sweet boy desires. You make your decision about your vacation. After all, you probably do deserve one. We have almost all been in your situation, one time or another. It is definitely sad to see them age, but, we got to share their youth. I hope you can feel the warm hugs we are sending your way. Quote Irene Ullmann w/Flying Odin and Mama Mia in Lower Delaware Angels Brandy, John E, American Idol, Paul, Fuzzy and Shine Handcrafted Greyhound and Custom Clocks http://www.houndtime.com Zoom Doggies-Racing Coats for Racing Greyhounds Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest PhillyPups Posted June 27, 2009 Share Posted June 27, 2009 When I knew our time was getting very limited, at 13-1/4 stepper found the couch and put an extra smile in my heart - one of the best gifts ever given to me was by DonnieDude when he joined us and Stepper spent his last 2 weeks playing like a puppy (well as much as he could) with him, putting another smile in my heart - each day is a gift. I tried to think of the special moments - even his last night when he slept on the couch and I slept on the dog bed by his side, his paw on my hand - they only know the moment and the love felt - a lesson I am trying to learn. to you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest 4baddogs Posted June 27, 2009 Share Posted June 27, 2009 I feel the same way. I've cancelled more trips than I can count because of one dog or another. Most recently it's been because of Zoe. Even when I do go on a trip, I worry constantly, call home a million times and count the hours to when we get back. I'm terrified something will happen when we're not here. So yeah, I'm a neurotic mess when I'm away from our dogs. But, I also did this when they were young (except the cancelling of trips!). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
juliemac Posted June 27, 2009 Share Posted June 27, 2009 Many, many Hugs to you ... we have all been where you are right now, and all know how hard it is to watch our pets decline, knowing that you do not have the ability to keep your friend with you as long as you would want. Enjoy every moment that you have together, and trust that you'll both know when its time to say goodbye. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NancyB Posted June 27, 2009 Share Posted June 27, 2009 Quote Nancy with Rocket, Umeko and Sasha Missing Albi, Kassie, Ramm, Ruby, my good boy Marvin and Mickey (BT) NANCY B'S COLLARS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robinw Posted June 27, 2009 Share Posted June 27, 2009 Quote Xavi the galgo and Peter the cat. Missing Iker the galgo ?-Feb.9/19, Treasure (USS Treasure) April 12/01-May 6/13, Phoenix (Hallo Top Son) Dec.14/99-June 4/11 and Loca (Reko Swahili) Oct.9/95 - June 1/09, Allen the boss cat, died late November, 2021, age 19. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Pipi5 Posted June 27, 2009 Share Posted June 27, 2009 Cherish every moment you have. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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