Monday, July 19, 2010

Personal...


Today I am sad. My dog (a Jack Russell Terrier) has been showing some signs of sickness recently, so I took her to the vet this morning. Within 30 minutes the doctor discovered a massive tumor in her abdomen and told me that the best option would be to have her euthanized. I was totally unprepared for this. This dog entered our lives at a time when I needed an unconditional friend. She has been with us fifteen years. As you can see, her abdomen is very swollen. She has been gasping for breath. She is dying. I’m taking her back to the vet in a couple of days to have her put down. I couldn’t’ do it today. I needed some time to say goodbye.


5 comments:

Jewel K. Christian said...

So sad to hear the news about Brandy.

Louie said...

Ronnie,

I'll be praying for you because I know how difficult it is to take a pet which is one of the family to the vet to be put down. I had a dog named Precious for 11 years and the vet told me the same thing I was very sad as well. It is not an easy thing to do so I will pray that God gives you comfort in knowing that it is the right thing to do for Brandy as it was for my dog Precious.

Anonymous said...

I am so very sorry to hear of the news about Brandy, Ronnie. I know that you love her. And Brandy for sure knows that you love her. Your family has given her a very home and a wonderful life.

With loving thoughts DJ

Anonymous said...

I'm sorry your family is going through this Ronnie. I'm thinking about your family with much love and prayer.
Shirley Lutz

Ron said...

Thanks everyone. I appreciate your concern.