We had to have our darling Daisy put to sleep last night. She was 13, and until 3 months ago was really fit and well. She had a toe removed for a cancer, but bounced back. Then a few weeks ago, she developed renal failure. She went to the doggy hospital for IV fluids and bloods etc, then came home before Christmas with a diagnosis of Chronic kidney disease and a poor prognosis.
She gradually stopped eating, lost loads of weight and was being sick despite meds and renal diet. So last night I decided she'd had enough, and it was time to say goodbye. The vets were fantastic, and I held her in my arms whilst she looked into my eyes and peacefully died.
But I'm in bits! I'm appalled with how sad and lonely I feel. I keep expecting to see her wee brown face pop round the door to see what I'm doing. I can't eat or stop crying. I know that it will get better, but I just miss her so very much.
Rest in Peace Daisy.