But then when you know the dog is ready to go, its not too late or too early, its the right time.
When I made the decision with yoda it was probably a few days, maybe even weeks early, but I knew he was going downhill quickly and there was no coming back so I made the decision while he was still happy to some degree. It would have been selfish of me to wait until he was in a lot of pain and unhappy (but then I KNEW it would come and come soon) as I said, every situation is different and no one can say when it is the right time for someone else.

Absolutely! Yes, no one can say when is the right time for someone else. As owners, it is our job to know our animals inside out and to read how they are feeling and to make a decision, given that knowledge and also our own conscience, and what we can live with. Every case is different - and by saying that those words don't ring true for me is perhaps because I have not yet been in that position. One of my dogs was taken from me and I had no control over it and the other was in discomfort and I knew he wasn't going to get better.

I think hubby kept his old retired collie, Meg, going for an extra few months because I nursed her and I also felt she still had quality of life (she certainly had a good appetite, she loved cuddles and to play with any of the kids toys that made a noise , and she also pottered around outside at least once a day). However, I think if I hadn't been here, he would have let her go sooner ... that wouldn't have been "wrong" either - I suppose we all have to make our own judgments. It is just so damned hard

Helena I am so sorry to hear about your old Georgieboy. I don't have any words of wisdom for you just wnted to let you know I'm thinking off you.

heart, thoughts and prayers with you and Georgie for tomorrow,
xxxxxx

Hi Helen

Just looking in to send you all big hugs for tomorrow. I can imagine how you must be feeling tonight hun. Whatever you do will be right for Georgie. Please give him a gentle cuddle for me.

Take care.
xxx

Thinking of you and Georgie tomorrow xx

Big hugs and extra special kisses from Dylan to his old friend Georgie. Thinking of you Helen xxxxxxxx

Thinking of you tonight and tomorrow ((hugs)) x

Best wishes from me and the girls x

Helena, I just wanted to wish you well for today x