Thank you for all of the replies. However, I am lucky that I could spend time with her; I feel bad for the rescue and the adoptive family we had lined up. I can't even begin to imagine how that must feel.

The picture posted of Pumpkin, initially, made me feel mad.
Sorry, I woke up early today and I'm feeling a bit dense . Why did the picture make you mad?

Thank-You for teaching all of us about the value of a dogs' life. Thank-You for reminding all of us that the money spent for Heartworm detection is well worth it!!!!
I don't understand why peole don't put their dogs on preventative. I mean especially in Louisiana where there is an incredible amount of heartworm. It would have saved her so much pain and suffering if somebody had just taken the time...