Teddy isn't doing well... prayers/thoughts needed

[mugsy]

Being that we are in the same boat...I will add Teddy to the prayer list.

[sabies]

Good thoughts heading your way Teddy.

[dab_20]

Teddy went into the vet yesterday. They weighed him and he weighs 13 pounds. He weighed 21 pounds a year ago. They gave him some prescription pills and food. He gobbled down the food when he got home. They did some blood work and the results came in today. He's in complete kidney failure. They could flush out the kidneys, but that will only help him live longer, and what's the use if he's suffering? The food he's eating now is too hard on his kidneys, but he loves it so we are just going to feed him that for now. He only has a couple weeks left. Unless we see he's in obvious pain, we won't put him to sleep. For now we are keeping him comfortable and happy. He got a new really smooshy bed that he really likes. He's getting lots of lovings.

Why do dogs have to leave this earth so early? Teddy has gotten a full life, he's been with the same family for 14 years. Always loved and cared for. Right now I'm at loss for words. He's such a sweet and loving boy... it just doesn't seem fair.

[Taz_Zoee]

I am so sorry. Take it easy Teddy! You are much loved.

[dukedogsmom]

I'm so sorry. It really doesn't seem fair, I know. I wish they could live so much longer. I'm glad Teddy is enjoying his food and new bed. I know it's a hard road to travel but it's the risk we take for having such amazing love in our lives.

[dab_20]

Teddy will be put to sleep on Tuesday. He is suffering. He can't keep any food down and he's pretty much starving to death. He is very weak and it's hard for him to walk without falling. It's so hard to see him suffering like this, I know my aunt is making the right decision. My cousins will come for New Years to say good bye to him. He will be waiting at the Rainbow Bridge for us.

[Vela]

I'm sorry=( I know this is hard. He will be better off now though so it really is best. I hope he passes peacefully and he knows everyone loves him.