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Here we go again

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fledtoscotland · 24/05/2011 08:30

i posted a few months ago as my 6 yr old collie x bitch had a tumour at L5. The MRI was inconclusive but they dont thin it's an osteosarcoma as it appears to be growing out rather than into spinal cord.

anyway for the last day or so she's been a bit guarded but this morning she won't stand, is shaky, seems weak.

Shes been symptom free for a couple of months but she looks awful this morning

We have an emergency vet appt at 10.30 & in scared this is the end

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AprilRose · 24/05/2011 22:34

fled - I'm so so sorry to hear about your loss and didn't want to read and run.

I lost my cat two years ago; she had developed a tumour in her chest and went dramatically downhill in the space of a week. I held her while the vet administered the injection that put her to sleep and ended her suffering. I've never forgotten that last moment and don't think I will. But, looking back, I'm glad I was there when she left this world; and that she wasn't in pain or alone at the end.

It's horrible that you have had to go through this, but it sounds like you did everything right for Tallie.

I know we don't really do hugs here at MN, and that it may not be what you want/need right now, but the virtual offer is there.

boohoohoo · 24/05/2011 23:06

Oh fled,she wasn't just a dog she was indeed your girl, can't give you words of comfort apart from she is no longer in pain and she had happy loving years with you and your family.

Be gentle with yourself, much love to you all xx

oxocube · 25/05/2011 06:46

There is no such thing as 'just a dog' fled. I'm so sorry and I know how shocking it is to have them there one minute and gone the next. When we lost our dog, I couldn't speak to anyone for days and just spent my time sobbing.

The best gift we can give to our pets, who become such an important part of our family, is to love them but know when to let them go if they are suffering. She was a beautiful dog and had a wonderful life with you. Try to take comfort in that

ExitPursuedByAKitten · 25/05/2011 08:32

Fled - so sorry for your loss. Sat here with tears in my eyes as I remember all those I have lost. I still can't talk about my horse without weeping, and that was 14 years ago.

It will get easier as time goes on. Just remember what a fabulous life you had together.

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fledtoscotland · 25/05/2011 08:59

The tears are still streaming this morning. DS1 (3.5yrs is asking for her) my other dog is looking for her. DH has just gone into silent withdrawn mode & I'm bawling my eyes out. It happened to quickly.

Sorry for telling you all but it's my outlet - my best friend is on holiday and I can't ruin his holiday by phoning/texting him on the other side of the world. He was with me the day I found her and will be devastated too

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lori88 · 25/05/2011 09:13

I'm so sorry, fledtoscotland.

what a beautiful dog- and at least she's at peace now.
i really feel for you :(

differentnameforthis · 25/05/2011 09:48

Tallie is beautiful! I am so sorry for your loss. Sad

I understand that she wasn't 'just a dog'! Pets become part of the family, they are always so much more than 'just a dog/cat etc' and I an not surprised you are all devastated but your loss.

In some way, it was better for her that it was quick. She didn't suffer for long. I hope you are feeling better soon.

differentnameforthis · 25/05/2011 09:49

devastated by your loss.

higgle · 25/05/2011 10:12

Poor Tallie, there is nothing more you could have done but it is always so sad and distressing when they go. Hope you are feeling better soon FTS, my thoughts are with you.

Elibean · 25/05/2011 10:13

I'm so sorry Sad Fled. I totally remember that imprint of watching my boy's body die, and all the feelings that came with and after it. It did fade, but it took time and tears.
About a week after my dog was pts, I dreamt about him, leaping on a journey with me, young and well again, and somehow reassuring me that he was ok. It really helped, somehow.
Your girl wasn't 'just a dog', she was a member of your family, and you have every right to mourn her for as long as you need to, whenever you need to. She was clearly very much loved!

Spamspamspam · 25/05/2011 13:17

Oh I am so sorry Fled Sad. She is not just a dog she was your family, don't feel you have to be brave, it's perfectly natural for all of you to grieve for her and try to come to terms with what has happened. I still well up when I look at my darling Annie's picture, my first horse who I lost 7 years ago, she was one in a million, but I gave her 3 lovely years at the end of her life.

Have a hug and lots of love X

coccyx · 25/05/2011 17:20

Sorry you have lost a dear friend and family member. Think it was wonderful that you were there when she passed away.
Thank you for giving her such a wonderful , loving home.

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