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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]If the pet has a low quality of life because of those medical issues, then yes.[/quote]

+1 its about quality of life.

Dealing with this now as our dog is almost completely blind. I’m trying to determine if they can settle into a new blind life or will forever be confused and scared. [/quote]

We had a blind dog.  He adapted, but would occasionally get into a squabble with our other dog when startled.  He was a cattle dog though; those are very tough and resilient dogs.[/quote]
Our dog went blind at age 5 from a retinal disorder. I’m sure it’s very different for an older dog who is getting frail in other ways. Our dog adapted so well, we didn’t realize he was nearly blind until we brought him to my parents’ house. Out of his usual environment, it was clear he couldn’t see stair steps and was navigating them by feeling for them with his front paws. At home, he takes the stairs like a pro. We taught him a few commands that help him in daily life. When we approach a curb or stairs, we tell him “step up” or “step down.”  He understands the difference. If we say “careful,” he knows he’s about to walk into something and he slows down or changes direction.[/quote]

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