I gave him a good life!

[Kronikal_kiwi]

A few years ago I saw an add on a NZ site for a Rottweiler. He was described as an arse whole who was on the brink of being put down. The guy rekoned he was the worst dog in the world and no one could handle him. I went and took a look. He was small for a rott. And very submissive. He cowered when loud noises were around. He cowered when hands were raised. He was scared of humans in a big way. Clearly he had been beaten.

I took him home. I loved him and did my best. He was a terrible dog in some regards. When my son goes near him he grumbles. When other dogs come near him he wants to fight. When people visit he gets angry. But he was a very special case and I loved him to bits. When it was just me and him he loved snuggles. He was so gentle with our cats. He was so patient with my wife who absolutely hates dogs! He matched up so well with my other dog and the two of them are best friends! He doesn't like the world but once your part of "his world" he'd die for you and is just the most loving dog there ever was. Whenever I take my dogs anywhere my girl (who's been with me since she was a pup and always had a good life) doesn't really make a big deal about staying with me but my boy...As soon as he hears keys he's right by my side. He never wants to be left anywhere unless I'm there.

A few days ago he started limping.

I took him to the vet. He has cancer. They can't treat it. He has come home to say goodbye. I will put him down next week before it gets too painful.

He will always be my "handsome man". For all his flaws, I love him dearly.

 

[Kronikal_kiwi]

Also the reason I havnt named him on here is because he has an unusual name and after all this I dont need the fucking pigs coming and raiding me cause they checked his name on a council database.

 

[BongRipkenJR.]

I am sorry to hear that bro. My German Sheppard died of lymphoma when I was 16. Such a sad day! Turns out the Diazinon my dad was spraying around the garden and backyard was the likely culprit of her cancer.

 

[pearlemae]

Lost my 10 year old Lab to a stroke he yelped, and died in my arms. I still miss him terribly. He sits in a cubby hole in my desk now, can't bring myself to scatter his ashes.
You have my heart felt sympathy.
Namaste

 

[TrichyTrichy]

sorry for your loss. nothing worse than losing a pet.

 

[Stray]

stay strong,for you gave him his best years my friend

 

[Bullfrog44]

So sad, brings back bad memories of past pets for me. Hope you stay strong.

 

[Captain Ginyu]

Dogs are more like family members than pets

 

[Kronikal_kiwi]

Thank you for your kind words everyone. It means alot. Poor K can't even eat the schmacko's I just gave him (his favourite treat) he's just lying there all messed up from the pain killers. He seems to have taken a turn for the worse today. It may be selfish of me but I want him to stay alive for atleast 4 more days till I get my next lot of days off. Then we can atleast hang out a whole bunch for a little while. I gotta go to work tomorrow and tolerate a bunch of stupid bullshit with this on my mind the whole time. I only wish I could stay home with my boy.

He's such a special dog and it's bought me great pleasure watching him turn into such a lovable member of our family over the last 4 years. When I first got him he was so resentful towards the world. At one stage they got out and animal control tried to convince me I should "relinquish" him and they'd give me back my girl without any issues but I stood firm and eventually won them both back. The worlds always misunderstood my boy but once you know him you realise what a gently natured sweet dog he really is. I've had dogs before but he's such a special case and I thank god that atleast I made 4 out of his 6 years on earth pleasant!

Thankyou soo much for all your kind words.

They mean alot.

 

[mean mr.mustard]

It's all we can do!

:friends:

May he enjoy what's next.

 

[Rednick]

Lymphoma on this one. It came up quick, I remember his last night I was just hoping he didn't suffocate before the clinic opened for euthanasia the next morning. He was panting, couldn't lie down, ect. Lymphoma had crossed his neck, chest and pretty much shut down the pulmonary system. Luckily he didn't, and I had a peaceful farewell. 2 weeks from diagnosis to needle. He was still wagging his tail the whole time.
Just as long as you don't put your emotional needs above his well-being you'll be fine. Sounds like you can get a few more good days with him and make them really count.

Good luck.

 

[Hammerhead]

Pets are just like a member of the family. Its a big loss and I'm sure you will miss him. I just put my cat down for brain problems.. Your doing the right thing for sure .

 

[decarboxylator]

kindest regards bro. you've done all you can. cancer is a bitch. i lost mine to complications from an attack by another dog. this thread has me crying. good words rednick. drink a beer and smoke a huge joint.

 

[Stoner4Life]

you've given K the home he needed and deserved bro, your love & devotion will be rewarded w/the best of memories and the knowledge that you did right by him from day one.

I just lost my little darling Kayla to cancer, I miss her dearly and understand what you're going through right now.

be proud Kronikal of knowing you're the one person that never let your furbaby down, K knows that well.......

 

[oldhaole]

You saved his life. Because of you he had another 4 great years. He has a family that loves him. And he has you to ease his suffering when the time comes.

Dogs die too damn early. The time they are given is too short. And it's horribly unfair.

Though most of us have stood in your shoes, you have a rough couple of months comming up. Do what you have to do. Stay strong for K.

I wish you the best.

 

[HighDesertJoe]

I too feel your pain. I'm so sorry. I lost my one and only dog to cancer. I would give up my own life to prevent pain and suffering of my animals they are family.

 

[theHIGHlander]

try to keep ya head up in these tuff times. you gave K a good life,,,yeh it might of been to short,,but if you never took him in the first place he wouldnt off got past 3.......you done a great thing giving him a nice home...if only dogs could talk i bet he would thank you to......keep ya chin up

keep it green
highlander

 

[DiscoBiscuit]

What a wonderful dog and story. I'm sorry to read his days are growing short. There's responsible pet owners and then there's the special ones like yourself. IMO, few things in life show human character like nurturing pets with troubled pasts.

 

[BlueBlazer]

Let me add my sympathies.

I'm also a dog lover who has taken in abused dogs and gave them a better life. As OldHaole said, they just don't live long enough. Loving dogs means setting yourself up for the pain of loss. In my life I've had many and bringing them to mind can bring tears to my eyes . . . any of them.

So sorry for your loss my friend.

 

[LIFEISGOOD]

I too lost a good Rottie to cancer recently. So sorry bro. They are such a special breed, that unfortunately attracts the wrong breed of owner. I have rescued four Rotts now and they were all special. Its a shame that big dogs don't last long. Its is one of the true faults of nature.