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I just called and made the appointment to put my dog to sleep tomorrow at 10 am. I took her for a walk earlier and she was huffing and puffing even though we were walking on a flat road and she could barely get up and down our apt. stairs. I know we are doing what is right for her but it is so painful. I spend most of every day with her. I am the one she runs to first when she is frightened in the thunderstorms. She knows I am upset and just came over to me to see if I am OK. She is always so happy whenever we get home. My oldest cat loves to rub on her face and make her ear twitch because she things Shadow is her mother. I was just sitting here crying. But I am not going to eat no matter how painful this gets. I know eating the wrong things will just make me feel more sad and depressed. I told my husband I would go with him to put her down. I feel I owe it to Shadow and it would be too hard for my husband and daughter to have to go without me. I just hope I can get through it.
My foot is much better since I have been off it a lot but I am chomping at the bit to get back to my exercise DVDs. I might even try walking on it today if it seems OK. Maybe I can do some of my DVD exercises that don't involve jumping around or moving my feet around. If I just stand in one position maybe I can do them. I'll look at some of the Slim in 6 exercises... I don't want to make my foot worse or keep it from healing so if anything I do makes it hurt more than a little I will quit. At least I can still do my abdomen exercises which I definitely need the most. I'll try to go swimming tonight to relieve some stress.
I need to go for now and eat breakfast...
View Diet Calendar, 03 September 2010:
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Fat: 109.73g | Prot: 72.80g | Carbs: 48.36g.
Breakfast: Splenda, Baking powder, Cinnamon, Egg, Flax seeds. Lunch: Cheddar cheese, Steak, Ranch dressing, Onion, Tomato. Dinner: Strawberries, Splenda, Cottage cheese. Snacks/Other: Macadamia nuts. more...
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Andrea, I am so sorry that you are having to deal with this. I have had to euthanize 3 of my four legged children, and it broke my heart. The first was my hubby's eeing eye dog, and his constant companion. Brandy had a stroke in the front yard, and the vet came here. Nemo, the first dod hat was truly mine, a yellow lab mix, had cancer. Jett, my special black lab friend, also had cancer, and ahd to be euthanized while on the table for surgery to try to save him. I didn't get the chance to say goodbye. I miss them all, but know that they are better off. It is so hard to say goodbye to our faithful frineds,a nd constant companions. Be strong. I was with Nemo and Brandy, and they truly do just go to sleep. I now have 4 dogs, and the chocolate lab is 13, and starting to slow down and have more problems getting around, but as loing as he is happy and an apsirin wrapped in cheese helps him feel better, he will stay with us. When the time comes for him to go, I will be with him, stroking his sweet head, whether by God's hand or the vets. I am praying for you, Andrea. Be strong.
03 Sep 10 by member: ctlss
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My thoughts are with you dear during this very difficult time. Don't rush the exercise on your foot. Can you do some arm exercises or tummy exercises that don't involve weight bearing? Good luck tomorrow. We are all here for you.
03 Sep 10 by member: sarahsmum
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Andrea, that is so awful, I am sorry. How old is he? Have you checked to make sure its not something that can be treated? I love animals and believe that pets are a member of the family. I don't think I could put one of mine under unless it was absolutely necessary. Our oldest will be 17 years old this October. There have been times we didn't think he'd last much longer but he's happy and keeps on going.
03 Sep 10 by member: kmartin
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Andrea, our pets are all special individuals and I know how dogs' devotion and dependancy deeply affects us (pet loving) humans. It is a sad responsibility to make a decision like this but nevertheless it is your responsibility. Take on board the love you have earned over the years you've had your lovely Shadow, and remember her lovingly. I am thinking of you dear friend. Chris x
04 Sep 10 by member: chrisa1uk
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