Sometimes life doesn't seem fair!

[cookingfat]

Over the years I have had very many different breeds of dogs for different jobs and losing one is always painful even though I have usually have between 6-8 at any one time, they are all working dogs that live out in kennels but also in our house and are big members of our family, the latest member of our family is China a 19 month old working springer who has just started her first season in the line with me, about three weeks ago we noticed a lump under the skin on her rear teat, we took her to the vet and it was dismissed as nothing sinister, a week later we noticed other glads in her neck and shoulders had come up! back to the vet and a operation was preformed to remove one and take biopsy from another, the biopsy report came back with high white bloods and cancer
We where told she has maybe 2 months left and to let her do as she likes in regards to work.
It was my birthday on Wednesday and I had booked booked some walked up shooting with mates where we could all work our dogs, it was a fantastic day and the pup worked with her mum like there was nothing wrong with her, we all had a brilliant day and the dogs where content and happy and slept for the rest of the evening,
Next day was shoot day for me so back to work, let the dogs out for a run in the morning before starting the shoot dat routing, China came back in and started to bleed from the nose and continued to bleed on and off all day( sorry about the graphic photo ) my partner stayed with her all day and had two visits back to the vets and then an overnight stay trying to stop the bleeding from her lymphoma.
She home now and seem ok in her self but we all now what the outcome is going to be!
I am sure many of you have been through similar experiences but it seems so unfair when they are so young.

 

[shakey jake]

**** luck never lost a dog so young

 

[Waz77]

Sorry to hear, I once had to put down a 9 month old well bred promising pup, sounds like she's had a good life for the short time you've had her and that's the best you can do for them

 

[Steve123]

You have my condolences, it is always like losing a family member.

 

[Cranborne]

Really sorry to hear about this, my thoughts are with you.

 

[The Singing Stalker]

That is a complete barsteward. Sorry for you. That just so upsetting.

 

[Phil fox man]

sorry mate! brings back sad memories and a tear to my eyes

 

[Dunwaters]

Let her go now while you still have good memories and she’s not gone too far down.
Its amongst the hardest decisions you’ll ever make, but letting her slowly decline wont do either of you any good, keep the good memories and choose your own moment rather than have it forced on you.
Whatever way you go, best of luck.

 

[sh1kar]

Sorry to hear that Tony. Sadly I think post no 8 has the right advice

S

 

[LuckyEddie]

Sometimes life just throws you a curve ball, that no matter what you do, you can’t avoid.
Just be with her at the end that’s the least any dog deserves.

 

[patrickt]

Sorry to hear, I once had to put down a 9 month old well bred promising pup, sounds like she's had a good life for the short time you've had her and that's the best you can do for them

I always think the words "Put Down" are quite evocative, and whilst accurate and descriptive I prefer to say: "left the stage of life gracefully", ( and I'[m aware sometimes it is other than gracefully). Very sad to read!

Patrick

 

[willie_gunn]

I’m so sorry to hear this Tony.

I’ve loved watching China’s training on Facebook. I’ve shown the videos to my wife as the example of what we should be aiming for with the training of our puppy, Singha - not that you’d believe it if you saw the result.

Life, as you say, is sometimes incredibly unfair. There’s not much that I can say that will help, but one blessing is that China has had a wonderful time, throughly enjoyed herself, been hugely loved, and brought happiness and inspiration to so many through your videos.

Dom

 

[Paul 600]

Tony, so sorry to hear your devastating news. I think we both know what you have to do now. Absolute heart breaking decision but it's one you need to make sooner rather than later.

Remember the good times.

 

[cookingfat]

Let her go now while you still have good memories and she’s not gone too far down.
Its amongst the hardest decisions you’ll ever make, but letting her slowly decline wont do either of you any good, keep the good memories and choose your own moment rather than have it forced on you.
Whatever way you go, best of luck.

Yes agreed, myself and the Mrs are both very pragmatic people and the moment she starts to suffer then that will be the time!
She has been out today with the Mrs as she was picking up on a neighbouring estate just out and about enjoying herself.
Thank you all for your kind comments
TL

 

[cookingfat]

I’m so sorry to hear this Tony.

I’ve loved watching China’s training on Facebook. I’ve shown the videos to my wife as the example of what we should be aiming for with the training of our puppy, Singha - not that you’d believe it if you saw the result.

Life, as you say, is sometimes incredibly unfair. There’s not much that I can say that will help, but one blessing is that China has had a wonderful time, throughly enjoyed herself, been hugely loved, and brought happiness and inspiration to so many through your videos.

Dom

Thanks Dom,

As you can see from above she been out having a wonderful time toady

Tony

 

[Pickles]

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Over the years I have had very many different breeds of dogs for different jobs and losing one is always painful even though I have usually have between 6-8 at any one time, they are all working dogs that live out in kennels but also in our house and are big members of our family, the latest member of our family is China a 19 month old working springer who has just started her first season in the line with me, about three weeks ago we noticed a lump under the skin on her rear teat, we took her to the vet and it was dismissed as nothing sinister, a week later we noticed other glads in her neck and shoulders had come up! back to the vet and a operation was preformed to remove one and take biopsy from another, the biopsy report came back with high white bloods and cancer
We where told she has maybe 2 months left and to let her do as she likes in regards to work.
It was my birthday on Wednesday and I had booked booked some walked up shooting with mates where we could all work our dogs, it was a fantastic day and the pup worked with her mum like there was nothing wrong with her, we all had a brilliant day and the dogs where content and happy and slept for the rest of the evening,
Next day was shoot day for me so back to work, let the dogs out for a run in the morning before starting the shoot dat routing, China came back in and started to bleed from the nose and continued to bleed on and off all day( sorry about the graphic photo ) my partner stayed with her all day and had two visits back to the vets and then an overnight stay trying to stop the bleeding from her lymphoma.
She home now and seem ok in her self but we all now what the outcome is going to be!
I am sure many of you have been through similar experiences but it seems so unfair when they are so young.

Heartbreaking, I had to have my Bavarian put down in July (he was only 3) full of potential and bomb proof in all walks of life, but more importantly my daily sidekick and friend. Like you say, it feels like an extra kick in the teeth to lose one so young.Still hurts now. Just enjoy them while you can I suppose....

 

[Scipio]

Awful when such a thing happens. I am sorry to hear it, mate
Making her last time as pleasurable as possible and as painless as possible, i guess is the last big favor you can do for China.

 

[bfltd0]

So sad to hear, especially as it is premature.

Uniquely in nature, we have the power to bring our pet's suffering to an end.

I am sure you will choose the moment wisely.

 

[foxdropper]

Lost a 4 month terrier while back that broke its back jumping off the tailgate of my truck despite my best efforts to restrain .Never again will I let any dog jump off the tailgate .
Sorry to read of your misfortune mate .

 

[rhine hunter]

Let her go now while you still have good memories and she’s not gone too far down.
Its amongst the hardest decisions you’ll ever make, but letting her slowly decline wont do either of you any good, keep the good memories and choose your own moment rather than have it forced on you.
Whatever way you go, best of luck.

My last dog got 17 years old. Did a good hunting job until she was around fifteen. She was the companion of my children and her friends throughout her childhood and youth. Unfortunatelly, we did not follow the advice above when she came close to the end of her live. It was a mistake, as we know today.

Wish you all the best - to you and your dog.