We will be saying goodbye to Clark today.

[laura]

Todd and I have been on edge about Clark for sometime now. Clark is very feeble, he struggles to walk, he gets pain meds every day. He has difficulty controlling his bowels and many times he poop in bed. He can no longer go out the dog door. We have to help him get up most of the time. The difficulty has been that his mind is all there! His attitude is good, he wants to still be a part of everything, but his body will not allow it. So it has been confusing for us as we know he is hurting, but he also has not given up.

However, we don't want him to get to the point of misery.

So we are calling the vet today.

Such a difficult decision, but we don't want him to completely lose his dignity.

[oceangirls]

Oh no, Laura... I am so sorry!!! :( :hug99:

I agree one of the greatest gifts we can give our animals sometimes is to let them go. I know this would be a horrible decision for you and Todd.

[vferraro99]

Oh, no... I'm so sorry to hear this. As difficult as this is, it's a blessing that we are able to help them not hurt anymore.

Sending many :hug99: :hug99: :hug99: :hug99: to you and Todd.

[RustysMom]

I am so sorry! it puts me in tears to even think about it.

I've only experienced one passing of a beloved pet in my life. Star, a shepherd mix. She was with me for 14 years. I was 10 when my parents brought her home and 24 when she left. That was 3 years ago. I was finally leaving home to move in and start a life with, at the time, my husband to be. She passed away 2 weeks before I moved out of my parents. I think she knew it was time, that I wouldn't be there with her anymore. We were so close, she was my best friend growing up. I'm not happy she passed but I am happy she left when she did. I was so worried about moving and living life without her, knowing I couldn't take her with me to our apartment.

I dread the moment when its time for my boys. Rusty & Baxter are my first dogs since Star and I didn't take her passing well at all!

Many hugs during this tough time.

[lotsadox]

I"m so sorry, Laura. I know what a hard decision that is to make. Just know that Clark knows you love him too much to let him hurt. :hug99: :hug99:

We'll be lighting a :candle3: today for Clark.

[Frzframe]

:hug99: :hug99: :hug99: :hug99:

Please know you, Todd and Clark are in my thoughts. This is such a hard part of loving our fur kids.

[areese]

I'm so sorry Laura. Personally, I'd rather err on the side of letting them go sooner than later. Cuz once it's too late and they are in pain and/or fear, you can't go back and take it away.
You truly are showing your love by letting him go in dignity and peace.
You will be in our thoughts all day...
:hug99: :hug99: :hug99: :hug99: :hug99: :hug99: :hug99:

[Barb]

Laura - my thoughts are with you and Todd today. What a hard decision - but a loving, caring one for your baby. Godspeed sweet Clark.

[Lisa]

I am so sorry for your broken heart Laura. Hugs to you and Todd. RIP sweet Clark.

This is waiting for you at the bridge darling boy.

http://images.teamsugar.com/files/users/6/61259/42_2007/tennis%20ball.jpg

[Alex's Mom]

Laura, I am so so sorry. I know it's the right decision, but that doesn't mean that it's an easy one..I know all too well how hard it is to watch them struggle to stay when their bodies are failing. Many many :hug99::hug99: for you and Todd. You're in my thoughts and heart.

Godspeed sweet Clark, soon you'll be able to run free at the bridge with your fursibs that have gone before. :candle2:

[Rileybugg]

I'm so sorry. That is the most loving decision you ever make for them. :hug99: :hearts:

[michelehbc]

Oh, I am so sorry for your heart, Laura. But you are doing the right thing, and you know it, :hug99: :hug99: :hug99: :hug99: :hug99:

Godspeed, Clark :angel:

[Linus]

Oh Laura, I am so very sorry. :hug99: :hug99:

Run free, Sweet Clark! :angel:

[pairodachs]

lighting a candle for sweet Clark's journey.

Run free !!

[Two Red Smooth's]

I'm so sorry :hug99: to you and Todd.

I think that will be the hardest to decision to make yet the one we owe to the furkids to let them go with dignity.

[K2]

I am so sorry. You are all in my thoughts......

[TheDoxieHaus]

RIP Clark. :candle:

Laura, my thoughts are with you and Todd at this difficult time.

[AgileOllie]

I am so sorry. :hug99: :hug99:

[laura]

The vet comes at 5PM today. Thank you all for your support. I am bawling up here in my room as I watch the clock tick. I went out and bought him steak for his last meal. It is cooked and on the stove waiting. He is lying in his bed where he spends most of his time now. I can hardly bear to look in his eyes. I feel as though if I look into his eyes he will see my grief and I don't want him to. I know that he will "find me out" soon enough because I won't be able to contain it in front of him when the vet comes. I want to because I don't want him to be sad for us. And he will. He will want to comfort Todd and I because that is his nature.

[LUVMYGUNNER]

WOW this makes me cry...

[daisys]

:ditto: :ditto: :ditto: :ditto: :ditto: :ditto:

Oh Laura, I'm sooo sorry. I am crying for you. Try to be strong. I'm not sure I could be that strong, but then again, I'm not in your shoes. I'll be thinking of you all.

[Anatresia]

Oh, Laura. That is so sad... I'm so sorry. :candle:

[Rafi]

I had a hard time just reading this, I cant even imagine how hard this must be for you, we are all here for you and grieve with you.

You and Todd have been awesome Guardians!!

http://www.doxielovers.com/images/rainbowbridge.jpg

[Jacqueline]

I am so sorry, Laura and Todd. RIP, Clark.

[doxrox]

I'm sitting here with tears streaming. :hug99: :hug99: :hug99: to you. It's true love when you are able to make a selfless decision in the best interests of the one you love even though it rips your heart out to do so.

God speed Clark. Run free at the Bridge. A candle is lit for you.

[Otto'sMom]

For once, the others have said it best. Rest easy Clark, your Lois is there with your other friends, and you will never leave the hearts of those who love you. Allowing him to pass before it becomes something you'd wished you'd done earlier is the best reward for a life well lived, and a dog well loved. You're in his soul, and he is in yours.

[JanUet]

You are in my thoughts and prayers.:hug99:
Godspeed Clark - Our newest :angel:

[Rae]

dammit. I am so sorry Laura and Todd. He was a Very. Good. Dog. and you have had so very much loss and heartbreak of late.

You have been wonderful parents, the best any doggie could ask for, and not letting your baby be miserable and in pain is a very BIG, very love-filled thing to do.

[wawailc]

Laura and Todd, I'm very sorry for your loss. I can't say anything else to comfort you.

[Azaren]

Lighting a candle for Clark. :candle2:

:hug99: :hug99:

[Mama S.]

Oh.hell. Laura - step away from the Rainbow. My heart is breaking for you and Todd. Too much too quickly for you guys lately.. Clark is in great company but that don't make it hurt any less.

[jenfer]

:hug99: :hug99: :hug99:

[silverselkie56]

I am sorry for your pain. You had the courage to give Clark a great and loving gift. The gift of letting go when you want to hold them still is the hardest of all and it takes great love to do what you have done. Thank you for giving Clark this gift.

[Jen]

You are doing the right thing for him, even though it causes you tremendous pain. :bighug: :candle:

[Tex]

I'm so sorry Laura!:hug99: :hug99: :hug99:

[bittyup]

Laura I am so very sorry!:bighug: :bighug: I have grown to love Clark(and the rest of you herd)through your book and your posts. You have given them wonderful lives and although it doesn't make it easier they are in all our hearts now. Thank you for sharing them. RIP sweet Clark(There must be tennis balls over the bridge):candle2: