Devastated, but can't avoid it - need to PTS our dog.

[RoseyOldCrow]

It's finally come to the point where our 10yo dog has to leave us, simply because of aggression.

He has a history of anxiety (triggered we believe by a violent event as a puppy) & has always been very protective & noise sensitive; unfortunately he has worsened over the last two years, with the anxiety seguing into aggression.

We have tried everything, from specialist behavioural trainers to medications, with the support of our wonderful vet practice. Believe me when I say that we have exhausted every option. The vet agrees that we have reached the point where there is no option.

Today, he attacked me twice in the vet's waiting room as I tried to soft-muzzle him before a routine appt - we even have to sedate him for that, he is so anxious. He drew blood.

I hate what we are having to do, but morally I know it's the right thing - we can't risk any more injuries. But I am heartbroken.

Does anyone understand?

So sorry for your loss and the pain you must be feeling 💐

for you and your family. An incredibly difficult decision at any time.

Bless you op, it sounds like you tried really hard and put the dog's interests first throughout, including making the final decision.

Your dog is no longer in pain, anxious or scared. What a difficult and brave decision you had to make but you did it for your dog.
I am so sorry for your loss x

my sister has had to make the same decision about her dog. The whole family is devastated but their dog is beyond rehabilitation (intensive training etc. for three years) and is dangerous to anyone outside of the family. It's awful but it's the right thing to do.

Poor you, OP. It all sounds incredibly sad.
Take care.

Thank you all so much for your kind & reassuring words. Him being out of physical & mental pain, at peace, is more important than anything else.

My thoughts before I eventually fell asleep last night were of him joyfully meeting my grandparents (they never met in life).

Today has been tough, I knew it would be - they fill so much of the house with their personality, noise, mess & love. Going about my routines without him leading the way & sniffing everything (well there may be hidden food!) will take some getting used to.

(By 8pm last night, DD said "I miss having a dog around, when can we get another?" Her optimism & enthusiasm for the future cheered me up no end!)

Are you maybe ready to share a pic op?
Our girl sadly gone a year..

@RoseyOldCrow

It's finally come to the point where our 10yo dog has to leave us, simply because of aggression.

He has a history of anxiety (triggered we believe by a violent event as a puppy) & has always been very protective & noise sensitive; unfortunately he has worsened over the last two years, with the anxiety seguing into aggression.

We have tried everything, from specialist behavioural trainers to medications, with the support of our wonderful vet practice. Believe me when I say that we have exhausted every option. The vet agrees that we have reached the point where there is no option.

Today, he attacked me twice in the vet's waiting room as I tried to soft-muzzle him before a routine appt - we even have to sedate him for that, he is so anxious. He drew blood.

I hate what we are having to do, but morally I know it's the right thing - we can't risk any more injuries. But I am heartbroken.

Does anyone understand?

Yes I understand. Do you think your dog may have dementia?

Oh sorry.. my bad. Your doggy is at peace now x

@Snowymcsnowsony that is a lovely pic of a beautiful dog😍

So sorry for your loss, OP.