Gini, I can remember how Dr. Robinson worked with me during the time I was having to consider euthanizing Kaycee, our Cocker Spaniel. I was most concerned about Helen, who was 8 years old at the time. We had jointly (Dr. R and me) decided that a puppy for Helen was a good idea while Kaycee's health was declining rapidly. Honey joined our family as a little puppy about 3 months before we lost Kaycee, thank goodness! And when her time was approaching, he sent a book home with me about how to deal with my decision and how to discuss it with children. I do wish I could remember the name of that book and what in the world I did with it! But it helped me to know that I had to be honest and forthright with Helen about my decision to put Kaycee to sleep. It still wasn't easy for either of us, but I think that honesty was the absolute best policy in our case.

I know your nieces will be ok, but are sad. That is to be expected. But what a blessing to have a great vet who is willing to work with families when issues like this come up. It is healthy for all of us.

Logan