Thanks so much Raven. What you said really helps me - probably more than you can realize. THANK YOU AGAIN, Carolyn
________________________________ From: Raven <[email protected]> To: [email protected] Sent: Wednesday, March 7, 2012 7:57 PM Subject: Re: [Chihuahuas] I'm putting Joe down on Monday. Need you... >> I'll be doing this by myself - driving Joe and me to the Vet; staying beside >> and petting Joe while the Dr. injects the serum. And if I understand all >> this correctly, then Joe will just go to sleep. Is that right? I am so sorry that you are hurting. {{{HUGS}}} When you are at the vet's office, ask them to give Joe a tranquilizer to make him sleepy. Some vets skip this part....and I would NOT want my dog not to be groggy....sleeping when they euthanize. >> So, you guys, how can I know this is the right decision? What ever decision you make...it is the RIGHT ONE!! We do what is best for our pets with the knowledge and funds that we have. Trust what your vet has said to you. Trust your head. Trust your love. Because Joe is trusting you to do the best you can for him! >> How can I justify, in my heart, the fact that I'm going to ("kill" is such >> a harsh word, but...) put down my beloved Joe? How do I do that? When we can no longer give life....we MUST give PEACE. >> Then, what about his little brother? Y'all told me before that his pal will >> grieve. You may want to bring him along for the vet visit, allow him to see Joe's body. >> Drive Joe and I to the vet, take him in; then drive home with only his >> collar?? Do you have a friend or family member that can go with you? Raven Lucy & Stella & Hazel, the Girl Doggies Huginn, Rothadis, & Dixie Chick, the Back Behind the Barn Ponies I ride a pony, cuz heart is not measured in hands. My Blog http://iceponytrekking.blogspot.com Respect ALL Earthlings. We are all animals of this planet. We are all creatures.
