question when a dog is put to sleep don't they suppose to go right away?

[lute]

I'm so sorry for your loss. Often times at work when the owner insists on being there when their dog is euth my vet gives them a warning. The dog, even though passed on may have some quick movements, may deficate, gasp for air, or make noises for up to a couple minutes after passing.. The dog is not aware of this. The drug takes effect instantly and the dog has no idea what it's doing.

I'm sorry your experiance was made worse by not having a warning on what to expect.

[loveallfurryfriends]

I hope that these last few post have given you some comfort, I can not help but think of you & cuddles today. I just want you to know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.

[catloverforever]

I am so, so, so sorry about what happened. That must've been the most awful thing you have ever experienced. However, from looking at these posts, it seems that Cuddles wasn't in any pain.
Try to remember that Cuddles is happily and peacefully at the rainbow bridge now, celebrating his first Thanksgiving there.
((HUGS))
Catloverforever, with love from her kitties as well.

[*LabLoverKEB*]

After reading some of these posts, I am now in tears. I just don't know what I am going to do when my sweet Sadie baby is gone...
I am so sorry to hear about you darling Cuddles.

[cyber-sibes]

I'm so sorry you lost Cuddles, and it was a horrible experience for you.

When I had to put my cat down, it took more than one injection, and he was moving around & meowing, it was very upsetting to watch. I don't know if they underestimated how much it would take or what, I know they had a hard time finding a vein, but he was so sick, I knew it had to be done. The worse part is wondering if I did the right ting, but I look at it this way - Yes, he did seem to have a few minutes of pain, but if I had just let him die on his own, he could have suffered for another 24 hours or longer. Actually the vet said it could take days longer-- he couldn't move, eat, or drink, so it would have been agonizing for him & me.

Know that Cuddles is at peace, and would want you to remember all the joyful times you had together.