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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]We adopted a senior dog, so we knew this was coming, but the emotions are strong. Our husky is 14 years old ....it's time. We've scheduled the procedure. Our teen is weepy. I'm numb but know it's the right thing to do, and frankly I'm looking forward to more freedom (which I can never breathe to anyone). DH never wanted a dog...just need to survive the next few days and the immediate aftermath. Guidance welcome.[/quote]

I'm so sorry, OP. The worst thing about dogs is that we lose them. I've lost a few; it doesn't get any easier. My heart breaks for you and your family.

It's normal to feel a sense of relief or freedom, too. Dogs take a lot of our time and energy, even if it's time well spent. Especially if your older dog needed extra care in their last years/days, it can feel like the loss is also a break, and that's not uncommon. Spend extra time with your doggo, and give them a really great last day. One of our vets let our dog eat Oreos right before putting her down. I thought that was a really sweet parting gift: a taste of chocolate. Hug your buddy and thank them for all the good times.

Take gentle care of yourself. You're grieving, and it's NOT "just a dog". Go easy for a few weeks, and don't rush to clean up the dog supplies/toys (unless you'd rather have them out of sight, in which case, getting a big tote or bucket and just putting them all aside is a good way to clean up without making major decisions about what to keep). I've gone out to pick up a foster shortly after losing my dogs, and I've let the home stay empty for weeks/months/years. Neither is always the right choice. Just take your time and allow yourself and your family to process your feelings. Your dog's place in your heart can't be filled with any kind of replacement.

It's the hardest day of your life with a dog. Gentle hugs from a stranger who has been there. [/quote]

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