IS IT TIME?

[Chris & Boys]

Two years ago, my ex-husband told me I should have my 14 year old GR, Boomer, put down, and as usual, he was wrong! ;-) Boomer has been suffering with arthritis for about 3-4 years. It is quite bad he is taking rimadyl 2x per day. He will only go outside to go potty when absolutely necessary. Sometimes he eats, sometimes he has to be coaxed. If I need to move him, like for instance, when he is in front of the door, blocking my exit and refusing to move, and I try to move him, he will growl, show his teeth and move toward my hand, but never biting me. He has not had a single accident in the house since he was a pup and seems to be fairly healthy,except for some blood and protein in his urine. Is it time?

[Chris & Boys]

Well, my vet says we should give him a human pain killer. Or try another type of medicine. I don't know if that is fair.....I don't want him doped up, thats no way to be. I am afraid I will never admit when it is time. Ours is the longest relationship I have ever been in.

[Allyson, Peri & Taquito]

I am so sorry about this. What does your vet say? My family cairn terrier is dying of mouth cancer (inoperable tumor, highly invasive) and the docs say that when he stops eating and smiling (he is a smiler), it is time. He says it will be pretty clear. I think this is a hard topic and only you know when it is time....