Need some FOG insight with our Dog

[icehog3]

Brian,

I put my 13 year old Shepherd down in March. The answer ultimately depends on their quality of life....when their QoL is no longer good, you are keeping them with you for yourself, and not for them. Asa wise man here told me, they give us unconditional love, and only trust us with this decision in return. I hope some of the ideas mentioned here help. If they don't, you alone will know when it's time.

[Lockspur]

I'll add this little bit. Don't think you're quitting on him by putting him down. You've brought him this far, you've done all you know to do.

[cjhalbrooks]

I am sorry bro. I have to agree with those stated when the dogs in pain and you keep the dog your putting yourself 1st over that loved dog.

[BHalbrooks]

Originally Posted by cjhalbrooks

I am sorry bro. I have to agree with those stated when the dogs in pain and you keep the dog your putting yourself 1st over that loved dog.

I'm not going to quote everyone, because that'd turn into an essay. But you all make very valid points. I'm glad that I wasn't completely off base in how I felt wrong keeping a Dog in pain was being selfish. Even when you say it it seems like common sense, but I can be quite stubborn.

I appreciate the kind words, thoughts, and loads of advice everyone has given. It was exactly what I was hoping for.