re...goodbye little girl

We've ALL been there (or have dreaded it).  All ages, shapes, sizes, situations ... but we ALL love our animals.  

Just as a hint ... you may want to ask the vet to put in a catheter and then give her a shot of valium *first*.  It all depends on the individual dog .. but if they have been ill for a while it can be tough for them to hit the vein easily (which can upset the dog *and* you).  Usually they'll take the dog back and insert the cathether (which isn't hurtful -- it's just a flexible plastic needle that goes in and is taped in so when they administer the drugs they don't have to hurt her at all).  Then they'll bring her back out if you have chosen to stay with her.

There is a little rubber stopper thingy where the vet can then put the shot of valium and later the 'pink stuff' so she doesn't feel anything at all scarey.  The valium just lets her fall asleep.  Then when you're ready the vet will put the other drug in.  

Occasionally if they just use the pink stuff alone, it can be scarey.  When we had to help Socks, and later Foxy over the Bridge my vet recommended the valium first and I won't ever do it any other way.  It was so peaceful for them and for us.

Please please please come back and let us support you thru this Saturday.  This is a difficult thing (even when you've well prepared yourself).  It HELPS to have others who have 'been there'.  The Rainbow Bridge section is also a huge huge help.

It is such a hard time for us to have to say goodbye. But for the dear little dog, she is just uncomfortable and physically losing ground. We know what this means, and all the dog knows is that they are with the one who is being responsible taking care of whatever needs we can.  The dependancy when we care is good for them.

When I had to make that decision 2 years ago for my beautiful Siberian, it was so hard. I still miss him and look at his picture and remember him.  It broke my heart to bring him in and have him pts(put to sleep).

There is a lot of room in a broken heart.  There are a lot of dogs out there that can benefit from that kind of heart. Like your Mazie is.

Yes, many of us here have been through this and know exactly how difficult and painful it is.  Always keep it upmost in your heart and your mind just how much you loved your little Mazie.  Know that she loved you.  Keep that love alive in your heart.  Cherish each and every wonderful moment you shared.   She is so very lucky to have you as her "mommy".  We are all here to share your tears and hopefully take even just a little bit of the pain from you.  I'll be thinking about you Saturday and praying for you.  You are loved little Mazie!!!!!!!!!!! 

Oh, this is bringing back memories.  Please know that you are doing the right thing for your little Mazie.  My heart aches with you & I'll definitely be thinking of you all on Saturday.  You gave her so much & I know she gave you a lot as well.  She will NOT be alone when she crosses the Bridge.  There are all of our dogs there to greet her & show her the best places to play, eat, & sleep.

I second the valium suggestion. I gave my Teenie a couple of valium (which were for the other dog, who has epilepsy) before I took her to have her euthanised. She had a lot of fear issues. She was so relaxed, when we got there, that she went super easily. It was very, very peaceful. IV valium works FAST. It'll give that calm, happy feeling to your Mazie girl, and make her passing easier.  

 am sitting here with tears down my face.....partly about the loss of my Mazie, but mostly due to the incredible LOVING, CARING,responses I received from all of you here - too many to reply to individually!  It blew my mind, and touched my heart deeply......I wish you could all be here on Saturday = the day Mazie goes to the Rainbow Bridge, and is happy and carefree once more.... 

 Maiziecake, how are you doing?  This can be the hardest time.  If you are on the board, drop us a note .  People here do understand this time and it does help.

 All I can say is that I'm so sorry... It's always hard to lose someone you loved so much...

Just hold on, and whenever you'll need comfort, just come to this forum... The people here are so good and they will understand what you are going through.