Her arthritis medication had not been working for the last week and she had allot of trouble walking Thursday morning. She was soooo hot too and very restless. The light was gone from her eyes and her condition went down quickly.
Hubby and I picked up the boys from school and kept going to the vet. Greg, our vet, did a great job. When I had made the appointment in the morning, I mentioned to the receptionist that I thought it was finally her time. All people that we encountered were so gentle and caring.
Greg took her temperature and confirmed what I thought. She had caught a nasty bug and had a very high fever. He explained that considering her history, before being rescued by our family plus that she was old and her arthritis pain was not able to be controlled anymore, he believed that no matter what we tried it would only prolong her pain. That we didn't want to do, no matter how upset we all were...
So, we all took turns and said our goodbyes. Then hubby and I stayed with her as Greg gave her the needle and she was gone with 5 seconds... We took her home and buried her next to Poppy... Now, she's running with no pain through green meadows and enjoying being able to chew on bones with a full set of teeth while seeing and hearing again...
This post had been so hard to write but we have been so encouraged by all the lovely messages we have received.
She was Nova, 13 years, 3 months and 17 days of age and she was very loved. She always showed unconditional love and taught us so many things, all for which I am so grateful for.
My youngest is mostly devastated as she was his Girl. She slept on his bed on the last night... So glad I thought to get him to do that. Also took a video of her snoring on Thursday morning. Lots of photos where taken. So glad for cameras... A few framed photos adorn his room, needless to say!
Bailey is lost without his sister and keeps pacing, looking around... He's had her next to him while eating, sleeping or escaping from the yard for most of his life... Poor darling. The last two nights he's spent it with each of the boys. Tonight, he's back in the laundry... It is so different having just one dog... I so wish she was still here...
I'm so grateful that she chose our family to live out her life. She has enriched us beyond measure and we will miss her dearly... Thank you for everything Nova! xo
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I am so sorry for the loss of Nova. We are heading down that path with our dog,Samson.He's 13,and has arthritis,which we have been giving him meds for. We know at some point we will have to make the same decision as you. My heart goes out to you. (HUG)
Thank you Donna... I appreciate your very kind words. I hope Samson is around for a long time yet! We are still very lost without her and Bailey is acting out as he's not coping well without her either... X
Blessings,
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