Candy is being put down tomorrow

[LaurieE]

I've known this day was coming for the last 3 months. My 6 year old female, Candy, has GME. We've kept her as comfortable as possible but the current dosage of prednisone (10 mg/day) is no longer working and it's time to relieve her from her pain and discomfort.

She and her brother, Spice, were the last birthday gift from my Mom. Candy was always so sweet and gentle which is why she has the name she has. And obviously, Spice's temperament fits his name too.

Spice knows something. Tonight Candy went into the big carry case which she does when she isn't feeling well. I guess she feels protected in there. Earlier I got up from the computer and Spice wasn't near my chair which was unusual. I went around the house looking for him and there he was next to her in the carrier.

Spice and Candy do everything together. The two of them would even squeeze their bodies into a 1-dog carrier. I still don't know how they did that and not be cramped. I know Spice is going to miss her as much I will.

[SaraInCT]

Laurie, I am so sorry. I wish you strength through this process. Just remember that you are doing the best thing for your baby girl.

[Me&DappledDuo]

I'm terribly sorry for you all. It must be heartbreaking to have to know that the time has come- but no doubt, Candy will be thankful for you having the strength to help relieve her of the stresses of life here.

My thoughts will be with you.

[yolanda]

In our hearts we know when it time to let go. Bless you for realizing wht she needs. I am sure it will be hard on you and on Spice. Just place her in your heart and smile when you thing about the joy she has given you.

[LaurieE]

Thank you for your kind words. I keep telling myself what my priest always says about death -- it's really graduation day and it's a joyous occasion. I'm also trying to tell myself that she will be romping with Hansie, Timothy, and Romeo. Now if I can just stop crying long enough to listen to myself.

[Penny & Mags]

I'm so sorry.

Candy was blessed to have you and she's even more blessed that you are willing to spare her additional pain now. I'm sorry that you have to go through this heartbreak.

Heidi

[dutchman]

Laurie, my heart goes out to you. It's never easy to help one of our companions out but it can be the best gift we can give them to end their suffering. One piece of advice from the Human Animal Bond book I have which is a text used at the CSU VTH to help teach vets how to deal with the human part of their clients. Should you choose not to be with Candy when the procedure takes place (a personal decision no judging of other here) make sure you view her body. You need to at least see her for closure. Sending a big :hug2:

[Mark]

Making this decision is so sad and very difficult. Many of us here at DBB know. :(

We are here for you . . . we are with you . . . one day we will rejoin our furkids at the Bridge . . . and we can't wait till that happens. In the meantime . . . there are lots o dachsies that need us.

Write if you need to lean on us.

[LaurieE]

Although I won't be with Candy when the vet actually puts her down, I will be seeing her afterwards because I have to bury her when we get home.

[Schatz's Mom]

My heart goes out to you Laurie. It's never easy but just keep telling yourself that you are doing what is best for sweet little Candy. We are here for you if you need us. :hugs1:

[kpm_tex]

After knowing all a friend of mine went though with her little dachsie that got GME my thoughts and prayers go out to you. Take comfort in knowing she will soon be free of her pain and waiting to see you again one day. :hug2:

[Bobbi]

Laurie, my heart goes out to all of you. I like the idea of death being a "graduation day". Candy will be free from pain and happy, and what she will remember forever is that you loved her enough to give her these gifts.

[doxunzX3]

But you are thinking of her first. Bless you for putting her needs before your own. She will always be with you in your heart. I know how hard it is to put a young dog down. It doesn't seem fair. Just know that I am sending you a big hug :bighug: wish that I could give you one in person. :hugs1:
I am sure that Spice will be there for you to help you both through this tough time.

[Rupert's Mommy]

You are in my prayers, and I will be thinking about you tomorrow. God bless you for doing what is best for Candy. It is very brave and the best gift we can give our pups to end their suffering. She will soon be running free with your others, and one day you will all be reunited again. Thank you for putting Candy's needs first. Please lean on us for support, we are here for you. :hug2:

[Joyce]

I know how very difficult this is for you. :hug2:

[Marion]

I am so sorry Laurie, how heartbreaking - tons of :hugs1: for you & Spice. Candy will be firmly in my :pray:ers as she makes her way to The Bridge. :candle:

[Susa]

Laurie, my heart goes out to you. I have been through that twice in the past two years.

Hugs to you Laurie.

[LaurieE]

My dear friends, I cannot thank you enough for your hugs and prayers. Your prayers must be working. I still cry some from time to time, but I'm doing ok except for the whopping headache I now have. I buried Candy in the backyard pet cemetery. It's somewhat shaded there.

How do I help Spice (Candy's brother) cope with the loss? When we got home he looked around for her. The vet said he will grieve and may get depressed for a while. Spice didn't see Candy's body. Candy and Spice have only been separated once and that was when Candy was in the hospital for a weekend in November. Is it possible he doesn't know she's gone and that he thinks she's back in the hospital again?

[skipper]

:rayz: for you and your family Just think Candy will be running free from pain and all our little ones at Rainbow Bridge will be waiting to welcome her. Here's a :hug2: from me to you.

[Schatz's Mom]

:candle: I'm sure that Spice can sense the difference. He understands your depth of pain as you do his. That kind of understanding can only come from the strong love and bond the three of you shared. Candy has come full circle and is running free at the bridge. Spice knows his job is not done on this earth, he will be there to comfort you and to dry your tears. Love him with all your heart.

[yolanda]

Laurie

Thanks for coming on list and posting. I know this has to be hard for you. Lighting :candle: :candle: :candle: for your :angel3: :angel3: :angel3: She is no longer in pain and is running free over the Rainbow Bridge waiting for Spice and for you.

I absolutely believe that Spice knows she is gone and is buried in the backyard. Just like you he needs time to grieve. He will also sense syour sorry and be there to support you. Love him and tell him it is OK.

[Heide]

heart as you go through this pain of loss. Alot of us have had to make that decision. We are here for you any time you need us.:hug2: :hug2: :hug2:

[Marion]

Oh Laurie, I'm so sorry :hugs1: - when Chewy died Solo looked for him too (they were the same age and had also never been apart), first she was confused when he didn't return from the vet and then she became depressed... We got her through it by tons of love, and she went everywhere with us - perhaps not the 'professional' solution but we all wanted to just stick together, we were so heartbroken - she came into work with me for the 3 months until we brought Bacca home. By then she was happier & had come to terms with whatever she felt had happened - I still would like to be reassured that she knows that he died and that we didn't leave him somewhere... You and Spice are in my thoughts :hugs1:.

[SirOliversMom]

I'm sorry that I am late with my response. How very sad for you and for Spice. My deepest sympathy.

[doxie4u]

I am so sorry for your loss. It is never easy. Big :bighug: :bighug: and lots of prayers to yo and your family.

[Girrl's mom]

So sorry for you and Spice. When they go they take part of our hearts along. Luckily, we never run out of heart, but I have two friends that won't get another dog because losing them hurts so much. They only had one dog. I am glad you have Spice, you will help each other grieve. It will take time for all of you.

[DoxieCrazy]

I am so sorry that I am late in responding to your post.

Please accept my heartfelt condolences.

I do not envy your decision, but I'm sure you made it out of love, and that Candy is happy and healthy at the Bridge.

You, Spice, and her, will be together again one day.

:hug2:

[Heidi's Pam]

and my deepest sympathies to you at this difficult time. Remember the good times that you shared with her and I'm sure that you will meet again. :bighug:

[Bailey'sMom]

Laurie: Please accept my apologies for reading this post so late. The last few times I read it, it was very difficult for me, as I lost one 15 mos. ago & altho we have several, I am STILL not over it. Altho your decision was difficult, you made the most generous offer to her; it's hard to do that as we don't want to feel this kind of pain. I feel bad for Spice also & am sending both of you hugs; I just wish I could give them in person. I hope this is getting easier for you. Thinking of you in California. Gay

[maggieluv]

I'm so sorry. I cried after I read what Spice did. You'll get through it. Keep your positive attitude for Spice, b/c he'll be hurting too. I said a prayer for you and Spice.

[Donnette]

Laurie,

I, too, have a doxie with GME. Carleigh is doing very well and has been drug-free for 2-1/2 years, but I feel every day with her is a blessing.

I read everything I can find on this horrible disease. There is a group that has a lot of information if you come across anyone who might need it:

http://pets.groups.yahoo.com/group/NewGMEDogs/

Again, my sincere sympathies on your loss of your precious baby.

Donnette Cowgill
Greta - age 5
Carleigh - age 4 (dx GME 2/04)

[Julian&MistyMom]

My deepest apologies, Laurie for not even seeing this post until now. Please accept my heartfelt condolences for the loss of your beloved Candy.

[Camilla]

I am so sorry you're having to go through this. But just rest assured you are making decisions that are best for Candy...and sometimes that is the hardest part. Big :hugs2: to you and letting you know we are all here to support you through this and beyond.

[HawaiiDoxieLover]

I'm so sorry I'm also just seeing this now...my deepest condolences to your family...

[rjones]

:rayz: :rayz: I AM SO SORRY,
Gosh I'm crying just being able to feel your pain. Just know that you are doing the right thing for her, even though I know that you don't want to because you still want to be with her. Poor Spice I don't know what my pups would do without one another. Well I can't stop crying just imagining it happening to you...I'm just so sorry

[kpm_tex]

I'm sure Laurie appreciates all of your kind thoughts but I just thought I would point out that this thread is over 1 year old. This sad event happened January 2006

[daionara]

My heart will be with you tomorrow. I had to make that decision for my Abbigail. It's heartbreaking. I envy those that are able to bring thier furbabies home to bury.

[red&black]

Folks, I would like to say that it's probably painful to be bringing this subject up again, more than a year after this unfortunate event happened.
Please check the dates - The original post was January 2006, this is April 2007.

[kpm_tex]

I know everyone means well and I understand why the thread was brought back up... a new member with a GME dog sharing experiences. But out of respect for LaurieE I am going to close this thread now.

Please check the dates on the orginal posts, especially in this forum, prior to replying.

Thanks.