Had To Put My "Buddy" down.

[Paul in Canada]

My dog, Buddy, was almost 16 and has kind of been having a harder time getting around lately. We thought we were going to have to put him down about a month ago but he got better and had a nice 3 weeks with us before some thing happened to him yesterday afternoon, he laid down and did not have the strength to get back up, so we made the decision last night to put our good Buddy down.

Bud will be missed by my wife, myself, our two children, and his best buddy Lucy. He had a long and happy life. RIP Bud.

Bud is the little guy in the picture.

[steveinaz]

Sorry to hear that, we put our 16yr old shepard mx down for the same reasons a couple months ago. He just got to the point where he couldn't get up anymore.

[daboyz]

So,sorry. Always tough to put down a pet.

[Fireman32]

Sorry to hear about Buddy.

[cfrizz]

My condolences to both of you Steve & Paul.

[Ron-P]

Sorry to hear Paul. I had to put my dog Angel (a dalmatian) down several years ago, it's not an easy thing. On top of that I gave away our other dal, Gumball, a couple of months ago.

[RuSsMaN]

I'll raise a glass to Buddy tonight. Sweet clean puppy dog.

[cindy100]

So sorry for what you had to do; I've been there many times. I know it's hard right now and it does get easier but takes time. Sixteen years is a long time and you obviusly took very good care of him. Just remember all the unconditional love he gave you. I wish you and your family all the best.

Cindy

[George Grand]

That was a good looking little guy. R.I.P. Buddy

[mrbigbluelight]

It looks to me like Buddy was one spoiled rotten doggy.


.......and that's a good thing. :)


16 years is a long run, he probably appreciates the decision you made.

[audiobliss]

Man, I know that decision has to be a tough one to make. But I'm sure it was the right one, too.

Sorry to hear about your loss. Dogs definitely become a member of the family.

[hockeyboy]

Here is to Buddy. Always remember all of the good times and be proud that you were a good friend giving a loving animal a quality home and life.

[schwarcw]

I'm sorry to hear of the loss of your little "Buddy". You have my condolences.

[krabby5]

sorry for your loss...

Dogs are the silent healers

[danger boy]

sorry about having to put buddy down. but he is happy and can run and play free of any pain.

[PolkThug]

rest in peace lil doggie!

[Mike682]

Losing a family pet is difficult, sorry for your loss

R.I.P Buddy

[joeparaski]

It's the right decision. No more suffering. 16 years is pretty good, I'm glad you got those extra 3 weeks with him.

Joe

[Bill Ayotte]

We recently put down the Westie that I grew up with at the age of 17....It was so hard man.....We were all worried that we would come home to her in the entry, passed on, waiting for us to arrive. The lab we have looked for her for weeks.....The lab was becoming increasingly protective of her as well, she would bare teeth at anyone besides myself or my parents that got close to her in the last couple of weeks....It was rough, but the right choice at the end of the day....

[Paul in Canada]

We recently put down the Westie that I grew up with at the age of 17....It was so hard man.....We were all worried that we would come home to her in the entry, passed on, waiting for us to arrive. The lab we have looked for her for weeks.....The lab was becoming increasingly protective of her as well, she would bare teeth at anyone besides myself or my parents that got close to her in the last couple of weeks....It was rough, but the right choice at the end of the day....

My other dog Lucy is looking for Bud when she goes outside and when she heres the car pull in she runs to the door thinking that he must be home. Our family will miss him but I know it was the right thing to do. Thank you all for the kind words. Last night I showed this thread to my wife and I think the very kind responses made her feel a little better. Thanks again.

[madmax]

So sorry to hear.

[thejck]

sorry about that bud..that is unfortunate but inevitable.

[wingnut4772]

So sorry that you had to do that. I love my dogs so much and I dread that day so I am loving them as much as I can now. Buddy was a very lucky dog to have you.

[engtaz]

Sorry to hear. 16 years is a long life.

[Willow]

Sorry for your loss. I am not looking forward to the day Willow is at that stage. My condolences to you and your family.

[ohskigod]

still reeling from putting my German Shepard Montana down in March. I miss that fuzzy bastard.

16 is a hell of a run though. buddy was a cute dog

[Joe08867]

Sorry to hear that man, Very sad to loose a friend.

I've been there myself it is never easy. My heart goes out to you and your family.

[reeltrouble1]

Well Buddy is likely doing flips in doggie heaven. Sorry to hear your loss, I know my time with my friend is nearing its end as well.

God Bless you and your family.

RT1

[MSALLA]

I am really sorry to hear that. I cried like a little girl when we had to put our Polo down.

[Polkapops]

So sorry to hear -
Dreading the day we have to put our little buddy down

[bdaley6509]

...so sorry to hear.

[Silverti]

Looks like a good happy doggy! Good boy...

[pearsall001]

16 happy years with a loving family, what more can a dog ask for. The memories will live on & bring a smile to your face & a tear to your eye. Cheers to Buddy!!!!