My dog had a stroke

[Phil_S]

I know there are a number of long time dog owners here. This is my first and only dog, Frankie. She's 14 years 9 months. Only two days ago I got this picture and she seemed as fit as ever.

Last night she had a stroke. I took her to the vet this morning and the vet says her time has come. I knew the day was near simply because of her age, but I didn't anticipate just how really sad I was going to feel. I'm called my kids to come see her. It is good they are not working today. I expect we will do what has to be done late today or tomorrow morning.

I'm totally distracted. Today will be a hard day. I'm thinking after the kids get here (age 23 and 27) we all go to do the deed at the vet.

Thanks for listening.

[martin manning]

My condolences, Phil, it is never easy. If I make it to 14 3/4 in dog years, and stay healthy and active until the end, I will have hit it out of the park.

[John_P_WI]

Sorry Phil for this difficult time. Remember fondly all of the good times that you had together. Having gone through this numerous times, I truly understand your feelings.

John

[Bob S]

My heart goes out to you in this difficult time Phil.

[xtian]

Heartbreak. Very sorry, Phil.

[NickC]

Please accept my condolences.

[Phil_S]

Thanks all. I'm sitting here with her. I cancelled everything else today. She found one of her favorite sunny spots and is resting. Honestly, she's not very responsive. Though it will be difficult, I have had a chance to conclude it is the right thing to do. Quality of life just isn't there.

I think Martin is really on the mark. 14.7 dog years and only one really bad day at the end is a great life.

[Reeltarded]

I had a little girl just like that one as my first dog.

Today is sad. Sorry, Phil.

[Structo]

Phil, I am so sorry about Frankie.

Dogs give unconditional love freely to us.

They are very much man's best friend.

We have had to make that same decision more times than I want to remember.

I wish you the best and will be praying for you guys.

My wife and her best friend are Doxie lovers.

[eniam rognab]

my condolences to you and yours

thats great that you can spend some time together today, she appreciates your company and loves you so much

[randalp3000]

very sorry

[ampmike]

Sorry Phil,I can really feel your pain,I never had a dog till I was 48.I dont go anywhere without romeo.My biggest fear is that day will come.Im home as well 24/7.My day starts and ends with my mutt.Hang in there buddy,Ill say a prayer for you guys.Speechless here,no words can help,Mikey

[tribi9]

Sorry Phil, we just put a 13 year old dog down last summer too.

Bummer, hang in there.

[Colossal]

Sad news Phil, sorry to hear it. Hang in there buddy. Our kids have fur and feathers too and it is heartbreaking to lose them.

[Teleguy61]

My heart is with you at this time Phil.
I have been through several times, never easy.
Be sure you are holding her and telling her you love her as she goes.
It's all you can do.
Peace.