Trying to take my mind off what may be ahead

only a vet can advise you.
I`ve had to make that awful decision twice with my dogs.

Each time was the most horrendously painful thing I ever had to do.

I knew it was for the best for my beloved friends, but it still hurt like hell and still does.

I have a furry friend now, who is 5 and I know in around 10 years (fingers crossed) it will come back to haunt me.

Try to remember the good times and the love you have for each other

I have been watching for your update feeling so sad for you. When I read your update I actually laughed out loud! I'm so happy things righted themselves.

All's well that ends well!!

Gorgeous dog

I had to laugh.
They're not daft ya know. Just keeping you on your toes.

Only just found this thread. What a lovely ending. It’s nice to hear good news at the moment. What a little tinker Duncan is.

I love your story about Duncan. So glad he is all right. I always remember our first dog, a golden retriever. Once when she had her injection she was limping afterwards. Later we noticed her walking fine, ...until she saw us looking when she promptly limped...with the other leg!

Trust your judgement because it is based on your love for your fur baby. My thoughts are with you.

I'd heard Cairns were quite rare these days. I used to know one. A very nice wee dog called Rufus.

I’ve learnt something today - that Cairn terriers can be black! I thought they were always a brown/tan colour.

Duncan is a splendid-looking chap, muddy paws and all.

Your news has made my day WWM2! So happy for you ??

The trouble is that they can’t talk, and I think we tend to think the worse, especially if they are older.

Phew WWM2, what a little rascal. So pleased he’s ok. A bottle of wine and a strawberry trifle sound like necessities after that emotional rollercoaster. (He is a really lovely boy despite being a rascal... )

Our 16 year old cat Missy, went off her food for a couple of days this week. She has a heart condition and we monitor her closely. I made an urgent appointment for her at the Vet Hospital for yesterday. As soon as I made it, she ate all of her supper, then all of her breakfast the next morning, plus cat treats.

So I cancelled the appointment and the Vet Nurse said the next time Missy goes off her food, I should threaten to make a Vet appointment, and her appetite will immediately improve.
Here she is, bold as brass.

So glad Duncan is ok. A holistic vet recommended CBD hemp oil as very good for arthritic joints in dogs. My dog also went for hydrotherapy and there were lots of dogs older than yours who couldn’t walk very easily but enjoyed a swim in the warm water which kept them exercised if you reach that stage. In the meantime enjoy more time with your lovely doggy.

Good news Whitewavemark2 Duncan sounds like a real little character, I hope you have many more happy years with him by your side.

wwm2 when I saw the post yesterday I was reluctant to read it in case it had a sad ending.

Duncan may well have had a problem with his hip or hips- he may have partially dislocated and could not move but after all of the examinations and movement it clicked back into place so he was able to run around again. He is a beautiful, handsome fellow. Treasure him.

Phew...I’m glad your little dog is back to normal.

WWM2. I have only read about Duncan this morning. As soon as I saw his picture, I knew he was a Cairn.

We also had one, Jock, a wheaten colour, and loved him to bits for all of his time with us.

I am so pleased that he is up and about again, and probably leading you a merry dance.

Long may it continue.

Lovely news!

Well done Duncan!

Little tinker, had us all going!

willow it does make you understand that you must always think carefully doesn’t it?

For those asking Duncan is a Cairn Terrier.

An extremely laid back character who seems to calm other nervous dogs to their owners surprise. Extraordinarily good with humans - adult and children. I have never known him to show any signs of displeasure at all.

Very terrier though and hunts all day long if he feels inclined after frogs, mice, cats anything really.

Also an ass who has sneaked back upstairs this morning and jumped onto the bed with muddy paws.

First telling off!!

The beauty of reading a thread when the outcome is known brilliant news he's ok.

Some years ago my beloved cat didn't seem well so I took him to the vet who 'put him under' to examine him. They rang me while he was asleep and said he had a serious spinal problem which would mean his bowels and bladder would be affected and should they euthanise him to save further pain. I was in such a state of shock and distress I refused to let them do it and went to pick him up later in the day. I was told to take him home and pamper him for a couple of days then take him back to be put to sleep. We spent 2 days giving him every treat we could think of, he was allowed to sleep upstairs with me and I cried constantly thinking of what was to come. The night before his appointment my husband looked at me and said there doesn't seem to be anything wrong with him - don't do it. I took him in to see the vet and told them our decision which they weren't happy about. He went on to live another 5 years totally fine and still very pampered before finally succumbing to kidney failure. I believe that vet left the practice shortly after!!

A neighbour of mine has a 13 year old labrador who has lost the use of his arthritic back legs. My neighbour bought a leather harness for the dog which has a handle atop the lower back for the guy to hold the dog up and the dog manages and seems to enjoy his little walks. The dog has some medication for pain and his owner also gives him turmeric. I also saw a dog in a sort of wheeled buggy which supported its' back end while it walked on its' front legs.

Maybe he felt you were off colour and anxious