I think it might be Thunders time to go?

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Are your parents going in with you so you won't have to deal with this alone? It's one of the hardest things to do on your own... be strong for you and for Thunder. Big hugs to you both.

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Yes me,my dad, my brother and maybe my mom.
Someone from another forum said that he would be with you till the very end and if you were dying he wouldn't leave your side, the nicest thing you can do is return what he would do for you. It's so true and I told that to my mom and told her to tell my brother. We convinced my brother to and my mom said she might but she doesn't know if she is strong enough.

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The next morning we spoiled her rotten, we fed her treats and 1/2 a jar of peanut butter.

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Aw I plan on that too. I already have him half my burger today.
My boss wants me to actually go in and work for a hour or so on the days he has to go in and I have to go to work the next day. Being as I work with dogs and I will be a mess I'm not happy about this. I don't think it's fair that I have to work especially when there is someone who can cover for me she just sucks.

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I know this does not help much right now but you and your family are doing the best thing for Thunder and for yourselves.

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You might think it doesn't but it really does. It helps knowing other people support my descision and other people's stories help too.

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I will not be around much tomorrow,And i know tomorrow is the day you are setting dear Thunder to peace.

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He's going in on Friday not Thursday, so I still have a day with him.

After finding all this about Thunder were taking Rockee in for a check up. Honestly though I don't think she will be around much after Thunder is gone.
Those two dogs are inseperable, he's litteraly her baby and I know she is going to go into a depression. I feel like I know she is going to pass of a broken heart.

{{{{hugs}}}} Dear Thunder...tell him you love him...

I think and pray that he will pass peacefully...and through your tears, I think you will feel relief that he is not suffering any more.

{{{{hugs}}}}

Sweetie, I can only say what I experienced and that is Cody was totally at peace and went quickly and quietly. I think he knew it was his time. He plopped right down on the cold floor, sighed and it was over quickly. There were a few things I wasn't prepared for, so if you want to PM me, I will explain it to you. to prepare you. As much as I miss Cody, my parents etc... nothing lives forever ( per my dad) and life will go on. My heart is full of love and good memories, never any guilt. May peace be with you and your family. Have a safe trip to the Bridge, Thunder.

Alicia, I am so very sorry to read the latest about Thunder. You know you have lots of support from here on PT. I read somewhere (likely here on PT) that one of the worst things about oour pets is that their live span is so much shorter than ours. How true.

The first time I went through this I was about 19. One thing which worried me was that I would fine it "easier" the next time and I didn't think that was proper. Well, having been through this hard decision several times now, I can say you NEVER get used to it, each pet we have we love to the fullest and they take up a special place in our hearts. Losing them is always a hard thing to handle. You are not somehow making your self less worthy as a person by making this hard decision. Quite the contrary, it is a very selfless decision.

It does sound like Thunder is ready. One thing our pets will do FOR us, is they will hold on as long as they feel WE need them! It is amazing. So, hard as it is, you need to try to convey to him that you will be alright once he has crossed over to the Rainbow Bridge.

For some of my pets, I have clipped a lock of their fur and set it aside in an envelope to save. I can't tell you why I do this with some and not others. I still have these envelopes, going back years. I also remember the pets I did not do this for, so I do not miss them any less. You may like to clip a bit of his fur while you are there at home. Just a thought.

I'll say some prayers for all of you.

I'm so sorry, :( you and your family will be in my thoughts. (((HUGS)))

I am so sorry aboout Thunder. What kind of dog is he?
I remember how hard it was when my collie died. I got her when I was 7 years old and she was 10 weeks. She was my best friend and I use to carry her everywhere with me. We grew up together...
Monzaya got a tumor that came up on her stomach and it was as big as a grapefruit..we carried her to the vet about it several times and he told us that if it were up to him he would let her live her life out as long as the could that doing surgery would be just too much for her since she was already 10 years old. But one night she got to where she couldn't stand good and later that night the tumor ruptured...she died..but before she did I sat and talked to her and got to be with her when she took her last breath..that was so hard but I had always been her favorite person and I owed it to her to be there even if it was hard for me to see her go through that.. I miss her still and it's been 2 years. I think about her all the time but It's a good feeling to know she is no longer in pain.
I'm sorry about your Thunder..do you have any pictures?? I know how hard it is but if you ever need to talk to anyone you know we are all here for you...

Genny

Just want you to know you & Thunder are on my mind today. I recall how difficult that last day was for us when we knew it was time.
Enjoy your time with him celebrating what a wonderful life you've shared.

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Originally Posted by buttercup132

Those two dogs are inseperable... and I know she is going to go into a depression. I feel like I know she is going to pass of a broken heart.

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:( Poor girl, keep her close by, she'll really need you. It took Star about 4 months to come out of her depression after Sherman passed.
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(If I may make a suggestion, please take a picture today of yourself with Thunder. As time passes, I look at the pictures we took with Sherman, I can see more clearly the pain he was in. Kind of takes away those nagging doubts about having done the right thing or not.)

Genny that's so sad :(
If you look back on older post you can see pictures I posted a little while ago.

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Poor girl, keep her close by, she'll really need you. It took Star about 4 months to come out of her depression after Sherman passed.
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(If I may make a suggestion, please take a picture today of yourself with Thunder. As time passes, I look at the pictures we took with Sherman, I can see more clearly the pain he was in. Kind of takes away those nagging doubts about having done the right thing or not.)

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I'm just scared because she is so old too. Did it help Star when you got your other dog? I have to look after a Pug puppy on Monday and I was thinking maybe it will help her.
I already took a picture of us yesterday:) I took one of him and my sister too. I was a little scared to at first cause he looks sick but it still will be a good memory. Poor guy even on his last days I torture him with that stupid flashy box. I also got pictures of him and Milo, Milo LOVES Thunder and always lays ontop of him and atacks his tail. Thunder is such a good boy he just takes it. I think Milo and Rockee will take it the hardest.

I'm so sorry for you and your family.
I will keep you guys in my thoughts and prayers and will light a candle tomorrow at 4:30 to help Thunder on his way to the rainbow bridge.

I know that everyone has already said this, but you are doing the best thing you can for Thunder. He needs you to help him to the bridge, he knows that he can depend on your help. Spoil him rotten tonight & tell him that you love him a thousand times. When he gets to the bridge he will be healthy again & he will play harder than he has in years. He will watch over his loving family, until the day comes when you can all be together again. I am so sorry, I know how painful this is. I am sending hugs to your family & good vibes to Thunder. I hope his trip to the bridge is peaceful. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

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Originally Posted by buttercup132

Did it help Star when you got your other dog?

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Welllll..... let's just say it took a while. He was a distraction, but they didn't get along too well at first. I would have waited longer to get another dog, but he was 700 miles away, I had to make one last trip back & knew I wasn't going to be in that area for a long time after that trip. At least you still have more than one animal, so Rockee will have part of her pack with her, that might help.

Alicia, I'm sorry I haven't seen this thread until now. My heart goes out to you on this day and tomorrow, along with days to come. I know you're doing the best thing you could ever do for your dear Thunder.

I know losing someone who has been with you so long will tear you apart at first. Though I haven't lost a dog, and I haven't seen a dog that I've known for a long time go downhill, I can somehow relate to how you feel. As you know, my dad passed away a little under a year ago. The wound in my heart still feels so fresh, but I know everything is alright. :)

If you ever need to talk when you're feeling down, feel free to PM me if it might help.

Huge ((((((HUGS)))))) and good vibes headed your way.

{{hugs}} to Thunder, you, your skin family and your fur family.

Please know that you all are in my prayers.

I'm so sorry to hear this news. I know what a difficult and heart-wrenching decision it is. :( Thinking of you, Thunder, and your family during this time.

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Originally Posted by buttercup132

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I already took a picture of us yesterday:) I took one of him and my sister too. I was a little scared to at first cause he looks sick but it still will be a good memory. .

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I took a last picture of Monzaya a few days before she died. She looked so tired compared to her pictures when she was younger, but I am glad i have that picture now...you'll be glad you took those last pictures of Thunder too..I'll be thinking of you, your family and Thunder.

Just wanted to check in and tell you my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family today. I hope and pray yesterday was a good day for all of you and you got plenty of great memories. My heart just breaks for all of you, knowing what you are about to face, but i know Thunder will be relieved of his suffering and will go on to a better place.
God be with all of you especially Thunder.

Would like to add my love and prayers to all the others. You are doing the only thing that a loving owner can do - as heartbreaking as it is.

Blessings to you all - safe journey to the Bridge sweet Thunder

Just wanted you to know that I will be thinking of you and Thunder today. I pray that his journey will be peaceful. <<<<<<<HUGS>>>>>>>

Phew, just reading this thread makes me well up. I can just imagine how horrid you're feeling at the moment.

I was like a zombie for the first couple of days after I had Mist pts but it did lift and, even though I still get upset sometimes, I think thats about usual and you start to feel a lot better about the whole thing.

Thinking of Thunder, you and all your family, skin and furkids alike. I am sending ((hugs)) your way.

Thinking of you guys today. I'm sorry for your loss. It's never easy. He's had a good long life and has been well loved. That's always something to be thankful for even at this horribly sad time. Hold onto the rest of them for comfort. You can all comfort each other.

Thinking of you and Thunder today. Big hugs going out to you and your family!

I had to catch up on this thread again, and I'm sitting here at work with my eyes full of tears.
I am so sorry you are going through this. It just reminds me of when we had to make the difficult decision to let DJ go. We have tons of pictures and videos that we watch occasionally. It really helps.
I hope you are not right about Rockee. I hope she will be okay and stay with you guys for much longer.
You and your family are in my thoughts today.

Thanks everyone:( It doesn't feel real right now.
It feels like were just going to go for a car ride with him.

Oh Alicia... I'm so sorry! I know what you mean though... big hugs sweetie!

Keeping you, your family and Thunder close to my heart. May his passing be easy and peaceful. I know where you are coming from it never seems the right time but he will be thanking you for letting him go to be at peace. He will be your special angel at RB.

Big Hugs Alicia.
Michelle

I just looked at the time,I'm so sorry that this is happening.I know you are having alot of mixed feelings,But it is for the best.I was being selfish with Anna,I kept telling myself she would get better,and she did,But then she just went down hill,The last day she was here,I could not stand looking at her.She had the sadest look,Even though i miss her like crazy,It was almost as if a big weight was lifted off my shoulders,I know she is now in a better place.

Please if you need to talk im here.

We are all with you xx

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I'll close this thread now.

Thunder's memorial thread is here:
http://petoftheday.com/talk/showthread.php?t=138281