Newbie needing help

[MomtoMax]

Thanks guys. This is tough, for sure, but not my first rodeo, sadly… Being blind was fine for him for three years - he was comforted by our voices and knowing we were within earshot, not so much anymore… He still loved to explore and find bunny poo to roll in within our fenced yard, but now he panics. I’ve tried hoarding him, but he’s the herding dog and doesn’t much like being herded. He seems more secure on a leash, but then defeated, if you know what I mean…
I did find a vet (surprising in our rural area) who will come to the house to give him the final act of rest, but she’s booked pretty quickly, so I have to plan, and I don’t want to do that… He’s a bit dehydrated as I have to work really hard with him to find his water bowl. I know, I can bring it to him, but he’s too damn independent to drink it when I do…
I’ve been adding extra water to his meals making it a soup, which has been working, but still…
It’s never easy, but….
Donna

[Riliey and Mo]

there's no buttons to push i could send you guys a smiley holding a heart hugger. maybe planning could be helpful in case you need to add something in for the night before ...i would probably find some of that favorite smelling poo for him to smell. you'll be okay Donna

[jesse girl]

I know how the end of the line feels it took a long time for me with Jesse even though sometimes I think it was not long enough . I did not have a option to let go at home . That would have been the best option

[MomtoMax]

we’re sundowning now…I lived with it with my mom for several months before she passed. Lots of stress during the evening hours. Lots of pacing…
please say a prayer for Max, as he needs his dad on board for euthanasia, and he’s not…
Donna

[jesse girl]

My mom passed 6 months before I let Jesse go and me a Jesse spent a month with her on hospice . It was a tough time with jesses dementia and mom drifting away . Letting go is the hardest . We hold on not for them but for us because we will miss them .

Prayers to stay strong and know when it's time to let go .

[MomtoMax]

We’ve decided to let Max go to the Bridge tomorrow. I have a vet coming to the house.
please say a prayer for his safe passing…
May he run with his big dog friends at the Bridge
Donna

[jesse girl]

Please be kind to yourself for making the most difficult decision that is in the best interest of your best buddy . Look up to the stars tonight to see a spirit of your pup free of physical burdens and very happy

[MomtoMax]

He went very peacefully… My heart is broken…He was ready, I was not… Humans are greedy about the time we have with them, but they are just happy for the short time they have…
he ate steak and eggs for breakfast and a bowl of chocolate ice cream for lunch! Best day ever, mom!
I miss him so much….
Donna

[Scootersmom]

So sorry for your loss May your sweet memories bring you comfort

Lend Me A Pup


By Unknown Author

I will lend to you for awhile a puppy, God said,
For you to love him while he lives
and to mourn for him when he is gone.
Maybe for 12 or 14 years, or maybe for 2 or 3
But will you, till I call him back
take care of him for me?

He’ll bring his charms to gladden you and
(should his stay be brief)
you’ll always have his memories
as solace for your grief.
I cannot promise that he will stay
since all from Earth return,
But there are lessons taught below
I want this pup to learn.

I’ve looked the whole world over
in search of teachers true,
And from the fold that crowd life’s land
I have chosen you.
Now will you give him all your love
Nor think the labor vain,
nor hate me when I come to take
my pup back again?

I fancied that I heard them say,
“Dear Lord, They Will Be Done,”
For all the joys this pup will bring
the risk of grief you’ll run.
Will you shelter him with tenderness,
Will you love him while you may?
And for the happiness you’ll know
forever grateful stay?

But should I call him back
much sooner than you’ve planned,
please brave the bitter grief that comes
and try to understand.
If, by your love, you’ve managed
my wishes to achieve,
In memory of him that you’ve loved,
cherish every moment with your faithful bundle,
and know he loved you too.

[jesse girl]

My son's family had to let go of their cat just recently and I gave her a can of sardines to eat as a parting meal . She so enjoyed it . You pups final meal sounds like a very enjoyable meal . I think it can be a bit more difficult for us caretakers because we are so involved in their care and the structure that comes with it . You did such a wonderful job caring for your pup .

[MomtoMax]

Lend me a pup made me cry, but it was a good cry as it’s so true! And I’ve never read it before.

Jessie girl, I think you are so right about routines as caregivers. We immerse ourselves in their lives and it so hard! We had our routines. Hubby fed his big, but younger brother, Ace, while Max was my charge… Not having to cook, feed and give him insulin is hard to comprehend! Ace’s diet comes out of a bag, while Max’s was much more complicated, but worth every moment I spent doing it!

Hubby is at a Wake this afternoon, so I guess I’ll be feeding Ace. It’s just too easy to scoop kibble out of a bag, but I’ll take the opportunity to bond with him, and he’ll end up taking a piece of my heart with him too…

Thank you all for the support - it means a lot to me!

Donna

[bgdavis]

I'm so sorry for your loss of Max. I didn't read alot of your journey through diabetes and can only say that I've been there. Letting our fur babies go on ahead of us is so very difficult. You provided Max with the best care he could have and all the love in your heart.

Take care of yourself.
Bonnie and Angel Crissy Ann

[Riliey and Mo]

awe Max got his wings you made to your 14 birthday
i remember our first conversation in 2021 introducing max the quirky corgi asking about the alphatrack meter.
this last little bit has been difficult for you all
know we care, i care and know how you feel Donna
everday i say must remember to find out how Donna and Max are doing
good you have Ace to help console you in these early days
Max was one of my favs, just love those corgis Donna

[MomtoMax]

Thank you. He didn’t quite make it to 14 - That would have been next month.

i picked up his ashes today and as expected, bawled my eyes out… He’s in our curio cabinet now with his house mates who have gone before him.

Donna

[MomtoMax]

So I’ve completely lost my mind and just adopted another Corgi on Monday. We named her Lucy as she has a total red head. She is 7 months old, a puppy mill rescue who was about to be euthanized. Incredibly, like Max, she LOVES ice cubes! She’s very sweet, but a lot of work as she’s not housebroken, but we are in love! I just know Max sent her to me… Thanks little buddy!
Donna