Heaven Awaits Hercules (UPDATE: He's in Heaven Now)

[Barbie]

Hercules woke me up early this morning whimpering. I thought his tummy might be upset, so I got him to walk outside, but he moved very slowly . . . then started trembling . . . and collapsed in the yard. One of my vet’s assistants drove to my house and helped me lift Hercules and put him in my car. When we arrived at the vet, they had to remove him with a stretcher. He has a fever and low white blood count. My vet said, “We might have to make a decision today.” I knew what that meant. 

They’re trying him on another antibiotic and told me to leave him there, go back home, and call them around 3:30 PM. If there’s no improvement, Hercules will be entering doggie heaven today. This is so hard! Zeus is being a real trooper and apparently senses that mommy is very upset right now. Rather than praying for Hercules’ recovery, I’m praying that God takes him . . . because I don’t want to have to make that decision myself.

 

UPDATE: God answered my prayer. I just got a call from my vet. Hercules passed away on his own a few minutes ago.

[Sue, Lola, Pongo & Hubby]

I'm so so sorry to hear this. Hercules is prancing around with his co-doodles up in heaven, he is in a better place. I'll be thinking of you...hope Zeus helps you heal.

[Lynn & Casey]

We are so sorry you have to go through this. Will be thinking of you and Hercules. Hercules, rest in peace.

[Doris, Knox & Flash]

Oh, Barbie, I hurt for you!! I'm so sorry!! 

[Denise & Sophie]

I'm so sorry. You are all in my thoughts and prayers..

[Sherri, Sophie, Winston, & Kitty]

oh goodness. I'm so so sorry. lots of hugs, doodle kisses and cuddles coming your way from Sophie Bear, Penelope Kitty, and me.

[Carol and Banjo]

Sending you a ((((hug)))).   I'm so sorry for your loss.

[Jane, Guinness and Murphy]

God did answer your prayers....I'm so relieved that you were spared from making that decision.  He's at peace and free of pain now.  I know that Zeus will be there to help you through this.....and all of us too.

[Mimi Linna, Lilly and Lolly]

Oh Barbie, I am so sorry and sending you hugs and prayers.

[Jane, Rooney & Stuart]

How sad that he had to go but I am so happy that God took him before you had to make that difficult choice.  Our prayers to you!

[Laurie, Fudge, and Vern]

Barbie, This makes me cry. I am so very sorry for your loss. RIP, Hercules! Give Zeus a hug from Laurie, Fudge and Vern. I hope you two find comfort in each other.

[Camilla and Darwin]

I'm so, so sorry. This is truly heartbreaking. I am thinking of you and your family.

[Shelby and Kev]

Never share the pain alone.  We are along with you and I will say my prayers for my Doodle family now and to lay a calm loving hand upon your heart.