After struggling for months with Jonathan's arthritis and worsening dementia, we finally had to say goodbye to him on Sunday when he was no longer able to walk . He was such a vocal old man who demanded my attention 24 hours a day so this is a very quiet and lonely house at the moment. Elizabeth (who had no time for him) is off her food and looking for him everywhere. I've never had a dog live to the age of 18 before and it feels as if he's been part of my life forever, I miss him dreadfully.
Oh Cariad, I'm so sorry. However long they're with us, it's still never long enough. What a grand age Jonathan was, a testament to your love and care.
It doesn't get any easier saying goodbye, even though you know you're doing the right thing, but I always feel that we are fortunate in being able to stop their suffering.
I'm sure you must have lots of happy memories of his long life, and I hope they help you get through this difficult time xxxx
Oh I'm sorry Cariad. Its so hard to make the decision to let them go. Jonathan was on your life for a long time. In time the pain of loss will ease and the good memories will stay in your heart forever.
Poor Elizabeth too. My boys call to, and look for, each other.
Sorry to hear of your loss @cariad, it's always so hard to lose a much loved pet. Our lovely old boy suffered much the same thing and it was the kindest thing we could do for him. I'm sure you'll have many happy memories of the long years you shared together,