I'm depressed

[sirrahbed]

How about looking at some consignment shops for that baby buggy? You can decorate it up and make it VERY comfy and grand

[kimlovescats]

Oh Debbie ... I'm so sorry to hear that you've been feeling down about Tubby. It is a natural thing for us to worry about our loved ones (of any kind) when they are advancing in age .... and I don't have the magic words to make you feel better. I guess just try to do what you can to cherish each and every day that you have with the Tubster and have no regrets! However ... I think that Tubby is one strong and healthy boy, and is just ready for a little extra pampering in his retirement!!!!

(((((((HUGS))))))))

KIm

[Tubby & Peanut's Mom]

Originally posted by kimlovescats
I think that Tubby is one strong and healthy boy, and is just ready for a little extra pampering in his retirement!!!!

Good point, Kim, maybe he's milking it for all it's worth. But I don't care. He's been such a good boy all these years that he deserves all the pampering I can give.

Gini, good idea about the pulling and pushing, and that, along with Deb's idea of decorating it all up makes me sway back to the baby carriage idea rather than the wagon.

You guys really are the best!

[stacwase]

I'm sorry you're going through this right now. It must be so heartbreaking.

It's heartwarming to know how much you love him and what a wonderful life you've given him.

[DJFyrewolf36]

If you get a buggy for Tubby, you most assuredly need to post pix of him in it!!

waaaahhhhhhh! *I'll start the whining off early *

[CatMama78]

Debbie,

I'm so sorry you are feeling sad about Tubby's age. Mercedes, which is my childhood doggie friend, lives with my mom and she is 14 years of age. It's so sad to see her not quite be able to do those things she used to do. She still thinks she's a pup and she runs around in circles and up stairs and tries to hop up onto the bed, but you can tell it hurts her physically. And to tell you the truth, it's hard to keep up a good attitude about the age. You know in your heart you should feel such gratitude for the times you've had and you DO, but you cannot help how it hurts your heart all the same to know time is creeping up on you. One thing you can know and be proud of is that Tubby is a happy guy and is loved not only by you, but by all of us.

[popcornbird]

Oh Debbie, I'm so sorry to hear you're feeling down about Tubby's aging. Its hard to see any loved one age, and just as hard to see a beloved pet get older and more frail. May Tubby have many years ahead of him with you. One day, we will all leave this world, and though it is hard to think of, its true. I hope you find comfort in the memories of the many wonderful years you have spent with your Tubby, and pray that you have several additional years to spend with him, ahead of you.

{{{hugs}}} to you, and soft scritches to Tubby, and his beautiful little sister.

[ChrisH]

Oh, Debbie. {hugs}

Scritches to the gorgeous Tubbs, may he be with you for a good few years yet.

Chris

[Catsnclay]

My neighbor walks her 2 poodles every morning and also pushes a stroller....when the dogs get tired of walking, they hop in the stroller for the rest of the way! She is fondly called "the Stroller Lady" in our neighborhood.

Loosing a pet that has been with you a long time is never easy. And seeing them go downhill is even worse. You tend to feel very useless.

Is it Tubby that is on the Cosaquin? (sorry I can't remember) I've doubled the amount that Fluffy takes, and it really has helped him out. Its worth a try, it won't hurt him either.

[jenluckenbach]

I am now going to sit here and wait to see the new Tubby-mobile!

[Tubby & Peanut's Mom]

Originally posted by jenluckenbach
I am now going to sit here and wait to see the new Tubby-mobile!

Go here Jen, it's a hoot!

[Tubby & Peanut's Mom]

Originally posted by Catsnclay
Is it Tubby that is on the Cosaquin?

Yes, Tubby is the one on Cosaquin. It has helped some because he's squatting again to pee - which is a good thing. I was wondering about increasing his dosage, but I want to check with the vet first because of his kidneys. I don't want to push them over the limit either.

Thanks again everyone. If you've seen the thread I linked to above, you can tell I'm feeling much better about my big boy.