My little guy has been part of the family for almost 15 years. He is starting to show his age. He can’t hear anymore and has lost pep in his steps. I take each day as a blessing. Truly he is one with our family.
Our youngest daughter and her husband got a miniature Schnauzer about a year before their first and only daughter came into the world. She got to be 14 or 15 and it was so sad to see her decline. She truly was one of the family. I still miss her. 😢
Sweet. I know exactly how you feel. I hope your furry friend has more days to be with you. It isn't easy to know when it is time.
Our Sophie lost her hearing and had cataracts but still loved to eat and be with us. She did have some confusion but I fed her every supplement, vitamins and good food. As long as she had someone with her she was relaxed and slept well. I was thrilled when she made it to her sweet 16 birthday and almost to her 17th which would have been June 17. I wanted to have as many days with her as possible. She had no physical pain and I thought she would tell me when it was time but my husband made the decision. I loved her so... https://365project.org/gardenfolk/365/2024-03-04
@skipt07 I remember photos of your cute family Schnauzer, Skip. We have had 3 Mini Schnauzers and then I got a "teacup size" registered Mini Schnauzer that was 3 months shy of age 17. They make great companions! https://365project.org/gardenfolk/365/2024-06-04
@gardenfolk I understand that words can hardly do justice to the depth of your loss. The bond you shared with your beloved companion is truly unique and irreplaceable. When the time comes for our own little one to leave us, we know that no one could ever take their place in our hearts.
@frodob Thank you, Mark. No one ever takes their place. I remember all 5 of my dogs, 2 horses and 3 bunnies but finding love again can be healing. I hope to one day have another dog to love. I discovered it is nice to have a dog and cat because they are so different and fun!
I remember reading that he scratching a lot - I wonder? If theirs anything that would heal the soreness
Our Sophie lost her hearing and had cataracts but still loved to eat and be with us. She did have some confusion but I fed her every supplement, vitamins and good food. As long as she had someone with her she was relaxed and slept well. I was thrilled when she made it to her sweet 16 birthday and almost to her 17th which would have been June 17. I wanted to have as many days with her as possible. She had no physical pain and I thought she would tell me when it was time but my husband made the decision. I loved her so...
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