Euthanizing My Pet - Ask A Vet

Courtney Campbell DVM addresses the heartbreaking decision to put your pet to sleep.
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Dr. Campbell breaks down the decision of putting a pet to sleep using the three H's: hunger, health, happiness.
Special thanks to the Animal Medical Center of Southern California
Host: Courtney Campbell, DVM
Coordinating Producer: Dawn Poomee
Editor: Shawn McPherson

[@jordanmedlin8764]

Just put my best friend to sleep this morning, had no clue how much I loved her 4-20-17

[@madelynnehuff8214]

Jordan Medlin I'm so sorry!!❤ pets are amazing!!❤❤

[@theinsolentlynx]

Jordan Medlin 😢

[@s.macmillan460]

It will hurt a long time. I had to put my friend for 23 years to sleep and is very hard. I feel your grief and understand.

[@Troyy22]

Nice

[@deecee90.]

So sorry ❤️

[@darkknight_8809]

I just had my cat put down a few hours ago. I really miss her. She was my best friend and I will never forget her. I love you Ophelia, ill see you again in heaven.

[@DafWejebe]

David miller i feel ya, cant stop thinking about my cat baby Luna :( put her to sleep two weeks ago and today they called me to let me know her ashes were ready. Its like everything I had moved on just went backwards tonight. I just wish I could see her again and play with her again and hug her and kiss her... so many plans i had for us :(

[@opprox]

Plot twist: you went to hell

[@rainchaser5389]

@@opprox How unkind you are. 💩

[@Shelilah41]

Yes you will. I just put my cat down 2 days ago. I cried so much yesterday was not ti bad but today it’s even hitting me harder that I will never see him again.

[@angelawallace6317]

The best part of owning a dog is the 1st hello the saddest part is having to say goodbye

[@tuttosalve8352]

Why did this hit so hard

[@whitechris720]

I am struggling to say goodbye

[@fugit1vegaming397]

This just about made me cry

[@terrycole127]

@@whitechris720 =you are not the only one, we just put our 13 year old golden down Monday, can not get him off my mind. He was with me every where and right by my side every night at bedtime by the bed side. Miss him so much, just a big beautiful clown.

[@whitechris720]

@@terrycole127 it doesn't go away but it gets better.

[@clcee]

I had to make this decision early this morning and say goodbye to my best friend, Sophie. She was by my side for 16 years and I'll never forget her.

[@cyna1103]

What beautiful memories you two made together

[@seanpeters3690]

I'm sorry to hear that. My grandma also had a dog named Sophie that she loved very much, and she decided to put her down once she couldn't stand up on her own anymore (she was 13, which is old for a Golden Retriever).

[@hunterw3866]

Honestly, it was terrible. My dog was older and spent his last days having seizures and throwing up. I know it's better to give him a quick death, rather than a long drawn-out one. I spent my childhood with that dog. He was my best friend. He was so incredibly smart and would stick by my side, without being all over me. He'd just lay next to me whenever I felt bad and would let me pet him if I wanted to. Putting him down felt like putting down a brother. It was beyond heartbreaking. I still feel so incredibly guilty because I couldn't watch, so I left the room. He was with my other family members while I left his side. Seeing his lifeless body was heartbreaking. Life is bizarre. You are born into a world you know nothing about, have to learn how it works and etc. I miss him as much today as I did right after his death. I can't say it gets better. Knowing that I'll never see him again, ever. This bothers me.

[@hunterw3866]

Grant E Forgive me for not wanting to see my best friend die. I spent every year kissing him, bathing him, showing him love and giving him a life he would have never had. He was going to be put down. I was also in the room petting and holding him until the very moment they stuck the last needle in. So, fuck off.

[@mimiwilliams7281]

Hunter W - we have similar stories... I’m sending you a cyber hug 🤗 in memory of your baby & mine Mr Ziggie Marley 🐶

[@jimena.the.swiftie]

Hunter W I am extremly sorry for you ,may your dog rest in piece

[@Afarsekk]

I hear you, because your tears just got out through my eyes. My princess is my baby for 9 years, and she is with me for some time now after we found she is very sick. She is my baby. 🐈

[@elsacreepykitty9346]

This is happening to me at the minute. my 17 year old dog is having the same health problems. the vet came round today but we couldn't say goodbye yet. I don't think I can watch when the time comes and I just don't know what to do.

[@t000000000MUCH]

Rest In Peace toby. 02/19/03-11/07/17, i would’ve never guessed your health would decrease so much in the matter of 2 days. I’ll always cherish being able to hold you as you moved onto the other side. I’ll miss the cuddles I’ll miss how you run to the door to see me every day. But i know you’re happy and not suffering now. I love you so much

[@JeremyDeg]

He’s doing well in the spiritual world and is playing with other doggies:)

[@BlueBlues9]

To everyone on this thread who put down their best friend , they are forever indebted to you . You took them in , nursed them , fed them , hugged and loved them profoundly for years and years . There is absolutely no reason to feel shame because had it not been for you , they would've been mistreated and unloved . Congratulations , you have successfully given a living thing meaning and a beautiful life . Now it's time to meet more furry friends who need our love and guidance, but of course in due time . Know that this too shall pass , and you will forever be an ally to the world of animals . So please continue being a caring and empathetic human being :) that is what makes you an amazing person . God bless you all.

[@4848patty]

The worst thing is is that each time you get a pet and you have to put it down when it’s time it never gets easier it hurts and the hurt doesn’t go away and you miss that pet even when it’s been a long time

[@1echuga]

I love you Rudy, thank you for everything you've done for me

[@heavyrain5949]

My condolences lettuce

[@freshlimejuice]

I just had my tonkinese 15 year old cat euthanized today, she had hemolytic anemia and lost quality of life. May she rest in peace.

[@cocoagirl6693]

freshlimejuice So sorry to hear that .

[@ashleydevine962]

I put my dog Tracy to sleep this morning. She was 6 y/o and she was very sick and not getting better. It was one of the hardest decisions I have ever made, but I am glad that I was there during her transition. This video is helpful to put one's mind at ease that you are doing the right thing for your pet.

[@kimcurtis8634]

I only have a few hours left with my Ladie, I've had her since I was 8, it's the hardest thing I've ever had to do. Knowing I'm letting her rest helps but I can't imagine life without my girl. My heart is shattered.

[@jonathanlazaris3627]

hope you're doing better! cherish the memories forever.

[@carlosvargasquesada9774]

Thank you. I went through so many scenarios trying to figure out what was the best thing for my son(dog). I put him to sleep today but couldn't find the piece of mind that I did the right decision. Your video broke it down simply.

[@chrismc410]

My eldest cat was for all intents and purposes, my daughter. She had to be put down this morning. She was 17.

[@Jacdon]

Such a caring, kind man. I have to put my boy to sleep Friday - you're words have helped me

[@okrangler9]

This was the second most painful decision I have ever made

[@DanTheMan-lp2fk]

what was the first

[@ennieminymoo6675]

Calling back yo mamaa!

[@ExcellentLeoSilinda]

I hope your "best friend" is not human

[@littledumpling5614]

@@ennieminymoo6675 OHOHOHOHOHOOHHHHH

[@springazul]

Thank you, I been feeling guilty since I put my kitty to sleep. 😢

[@dhompe3]

Sorry for your loss. It's tough. Even though we know we are doing what is best for them, it is just so hard. If you care enough to feel like this, then the kitty was blessed to have you in his/her life. So many animals aren't so lucky.

[@Nigerian_Super_Saiyan]

freaky Friday Not funny at all man. Not one bit.

[@Critiri]

U mean killing an innocent animal?

[@Stretchdiazz]

@@Critiri It would've more cruel to have the poor kitty suffer more.

[@daniellemartinez8810]

Critiri yeah if the animal is suffering what are you supposed to do? Dumb stupid fucker

[@christiem0716]

Thank you. I've really been crying about this and trying to weigh weather this will be for me or for her. Thank you for your help.

[@jcline87]

Anyone else seeking comfort? My cat was just put down right at his 20th birthday. We knew the time was coming. It didn't make it any easier.. I'm thankful that my cat gave me the clear sign he was done. He had been suffering from diabetes the last couple of years and as with every other old cat, renal disease. I'm glad I didn't have to guess as to whether or not he was suffering too much until he could hardly move the last few days and stopped eating altogether. Watching them deteriorate before your eyes is just as sad as saying good bye. I'm trying to take pride in knowing that in the future I will only have good memories of his life. And happy that I was able to care for him long enough to be buried with the other family pets and not cremated. But for now, I miss my pillow pet dearly.

[@bree9895]

my dog is going to be put down tomorrow. bawled my eyes out. the pain is terrible

[@mrcarbs3275]

Thanks for this video, we scheduled out doberman to be put down tomorrow. In our hearts we knew it was time and the three H's really helped enforce that we made the right decision. Hope you all find peace and closure when making the choice. Sometimes mercy is the hardest gift to give.

[@dangiles-diaz1903]

Rest in peace Jack, companion and saviour. Both been through the storms and made it through. ❤️2009~2019❤️

[@daniellemartinez8810]

DGDGaming I’m getting my 11 year old put down tomorrow. It fucking sucks

[@alexanderjones9440]

Huge respect to vets and nurses. They probably stayed 90 mins after hours to get the x_ray done for my cat, explain the bad news and give me time to process the decision and spend cruitial final moments with Mumsy before putting her to sleep.

[@nothingtoit142]

We didn't end up doing a biopsy to firmly diagnose because she was too weak to survive any form of treatment, but she had a tumor and was in bad health. It only took a week after noticing her weight and lethargic behavior for it to go downhill so quick. It's still so hard to believe how fast they can go from their normal selves. She tries so hard to eat and be well, which makes it hard, but I don't think she's happy. She doesn't get to do anything she enjoyed because she is so sick. I'm going to miss her.

[@brooke6281]

About an hour ago I had to put my cat down. She was 18 with cancer, she got her leg amputated a few months ago but it was still spreading. I love you Tigger, never forget you

[@glendathegoodwitch6987]

My dog is eating, but may be becoming dehydrated, is constantly laying around, grumpy, attached to me too much, struggling to climb stairs to follow the around the house, and having accidents around the house on a daily basis. He is 16. Of course I am sad, but am prepared. Am I hard-hearted for feeling like it is time already and not wanting to throw more money at the situation in terms of veterinary care? I mean seriously, people spend less time fussing over whether to stop the beating heart of a human fetus.

[@jenniferrice5877]

I just lost my beloved pet February 12, 2019 and missing his miserably. Your word were the best and most needed thing I needed to hear. A wholehearted thank you for these words. Buzzy was dying of hyperthyroidism, a heart condition, ataxia attacks, kidney disease and he wouldn't eat. It's like he wanted to but couldnt. I sub-q and I syringe feed him, but, that's no quality life and he was still losing weight. I couldn't let him suffer. I couldn't let him die in pain. Starving to death is a horrible way to die. His eyes kept begging me to help him. I had to let him go and die with dignity. I will remember your words.

[@laurawilson6092]

Super helpful, love the 3 H's! Informative, professional & loving advice, thank you.

[@coolcutsgal2]

Thank you Dr Campbell. Compassionate, Caring, Consise! 3C's for the 3 H's!

[@monibushan6714]

And Cute! :)

[@rose-rg3xl]

For those who are feeling sad: Don’t be you pet won’t suffer any longer, you’re pet always loved you and it relied on you. You didn’t do the wrong thing, many owners do this so there pet won’t suffer through the pain until they pass. I personally don’t have a pet but I really want you guys who euthanized there pet to be happier!

[@daniellemartinez8810]

Rose’s Corner the worst pain right now

[@Zenithcloud1]

Thanks for the input, I just put down my Boxer. Was tough, but I know it was the right decision.

[@kennabrown3569]

We put my dog of 12 years to sleep today. It was so hard. Her body was shutting down and we didn’t want her to suffer anymore. She was such a sweet girl, the vets were sweet enough to let her be put to sleep in the back of our car and me and my sister and mom were there holding her and crying. She was such a good girl, may she Rest In Peace

[@llamazarecool]

Kenna Brown My thoughts are with you ✨

[@mimiwilliams7281]

Thank you....and surely I don’t talk about it with people who say, it was just a dog. It hurts too much.

[@kikonyc68]

This video made me tear up and sniffy.

[@eowden]

Watching this in hindsight (one day) but really helps me know it was time.

[@jazquartz]

I’ve been up for almost 2-3 days trying to take care of my cat, Connie, who I now know suffered from Saddle Thrombus. The whole night of her throwing up and vocalising her pain I was convinced it was just IBS. Took her to the vet about 12 hours ago and that was where she left this Earth. Vet was the nicest professional I have ever met and informed me that due to the fact her limbs had no pulse, and that she was in excruciating pain it was only a matter of time either way. I’m so sorry Connie, my beautiful little angel. I’m sorry your life had to be taken away so soon because of that terrible illness. Im sorry I couldn’t help you find comfort outside a fluffy pillow for you to rest your beautiful head. I’m so sorry for deciding to take your life. I feel so incredible guilty for it, as if i could have done something, which logically is wrong, you can’t help these kind of illnesses. I will love you always, wait for me at the rainbow bridge. Run free, Connie

[@hammycats6919]

My cat was put to sleep this morning due to cancer. She had a progressive form of Sqaumous Cell Carcinoma. I feel very guilty but she was in such a sad state. Great video for cat owners. xx

[@lindastephannyvildosola]

Doing this for my cat today too, same cancer. I feel so anxious and sad, I'm worried he will die being scared and not knowing whats being done to him ...this is so terrible and hard to do...

[@onyx5959]

my dog was 17 and we just put him down this morning

[@cmartichick]

I'm sorry. Just put mine down this morning. 15 years old.

[@joshuavandercook4579]

Man I’m sorry, had to put my lab down on thanksgiving and it still hurts. Almost as hard as putting him down was leaving him there to be cremated.

[@joshuavandercook4579]

cmartichick I’m so sorry to hear that, it’s never easy

[@sokiepokiee]

I may have to make this decision soon. My dog is 12..

[@cyna1103]

Wow 17! Mine was 16 just put him to sleep today. What a life and love we give our pets.

[@terrikietzmann3684]

2days ago had to make that decision, my heart is torn apart,never felt such pain and heartbreak, miss you my baby , love you 4eva x

[@danielleglenn1292]

Thank-you.

[@lodougherty]

I recently had to put down my cat. We've had him for 8 years. It was the hardest thing we had to decide. He was getting sick the last few years and nobody knew what was going on after multiple pet visits. He kept throwing up after eating, not always but often. He had loose stools but testing showed everything regular. He started losing weight and becoming lethargic but still was hungry. One vet suggested a steroid, which seemed for a while to make him go back to his regular self and keep the vomitting a rare occasion. But over time we had to up the dose, and he kept loosing fat/muscle mass, but his stomach started to distend and get rather large. Even though his eyes were bright, and he still had energy, he just would eat until he'd throw up, and continue to have loose stools, he started tearing into his fur and had patches missing all over his body, I'm guessing due to some sort of internal irritation, and his temperament had changed the last 6 months from a sweet boy to a pretty grouchy guy, especially if you touched his stomach area. I hope I made the right decision. We had him cremated and I miss him so much. I hope he forgives me and isn't angry with me, I just didn't want to see him continue to decline. :(

[@daisymaefrench4041]

You did the right thing. At the time you don't know what to do because it's so hard. I heard a vet say "keep your pet alive for them, not for you." I had to put my beloved cat tobey down today. Tears are rolling down my face as I type this, but I know he is no longer suffering. RIP Tobey my love.

[@stars_for_night_lights]

Your post broke my heart. I'm struggling with the decision right now for my cat who just turned 18 today. She's been throwing up intermittently for a while and just started licking and ripping her hair out. I got some CBD oil for her, which seems to calm her and make her sleepy but I know she doesn't understand why I'm grabbing her scruff and putting the oil in her mouth. It's tearing me apart. I've had her since she was a baby. 😭

[@kristinsantosusso6371]

Stars for Night Lights I am having the make the decision about my 18 year old boy cat soon. He is having trouble swallowing his food and his coughing due to many underlying health issues. But he still sleeps with me and plays with his toys as if he’s not sick. Which just makes it so much harder to make this decision, but I can tell he’s on a serious decline :(

[@dubiousdub]

Just let my Golden go this morning. Her name was Molly. She loved everyone and had no bad in her heart. It’s so hard. But I know she’s up there watching, and waiting. Making sure I do the right thing in every step I take for the remainder of my life. The love I had for her was unmatched by any being. Rest In Peace Molly. I love you so much.

[@cyna1103]

May Molly meet my Charlie boy wherever they are. I’m glad he won’t be alone and hopefully I’ll see him again.

[@rebeccamorris6777]

thank you for simplifying the decision; it helped.

[@ddq57sm64]

Thank You, Dr. Courtney Campbell.. We have had to do so 2 times in the last year with geriatric cats and now must do so with a third.. I appreciate your gentle, compassionate video..

[@taneyasmiley1572]

RIP 6/9/2019 jackie you were the goodest boy. we all love you I had to put him to sleep he was in lot of pain and was not eating drinking his kidney and liver were damaged beyond recovery it was the hardest decision. The hardest day of my life . I love you Jackie.❤🌷

[@saumd713]

Sorry for your loss ❤️. Maybe Jackie Rest In Peace.

[@blazinbuc99]

I waited a bit too long. My poor girl Bessie was in bad shape but I didn't notice any suffering. Very quickly that changed and she was indeed suffering. RIP Bessie Christmas day 2019

[@pan4909]

I am here because I am getting my best friend put down tomorrow, He has had all the treats and tuna he could ever have wanted, this video really cleared things up .

[@tiqo8549]

I've had to put my 19 year old cat-friend down in 2015. He had cancer, and it wouldn't get any better. Worst moment of our lives. He's in a good place, but for me even 6 years later, i can't get a new cat. I miss my old friend..

[@feralbluee]

thank you so much. this has really helped - especially because of the way you show how you care about our pets. you are probably a great vet! thanks so much. 🌷🐶🐈‍⬛

[@gailwilson2733]

Very helpful and easy to remember the 3 H's as takeaways. It helped guide our thoughtful decision and timing. Thank you.

[@Jacqueline8]

This video is old but I'm desperately trying to cope. My baby was throwing up, barely keeping his head up, he wasn't eating anymore, he wasn't drinking eating anymore, he couldn't walk anymore, he wasn't enjoying life anymore. He was miserable and we all knew it. Its quite in the house, I miss him but I know he's in Heaven where he's at peace and a place where I'll reunite with him, my little sweetheart. Leaving him at the Vet after and waking up the next morning was painful besides throwing his stuff away, it was very painful experience for me.

[@willsee1404]

Thank You Sir!

[@brynneward4315]

we’re putting my dog, ginger, down today. she’s a 14 year old basenji, i love you ging, rest in peace baby 🕊❤️

[@Milly75]

Im in that time with my beautiful baby cat Lucy, thank you for giving me such a loving reason for my most heartbreaking 💔

[@gonebye7109]

My 21 week old kitten had to be put down today..I had to make the decision..It was so bad to the point where he was trying to pass away on his own..He would refuse to eat these past weeks, the vets were not helpful at all..His chance to live was 1%. He was my best friend, I did my best to feed him even when he didnt want to..When i had mental break downs he would come to me and lick my hand..he would climb to my lap, cuddle with me, do everything..Its sad to let go of him..But he was suffering..I couldnt handle watching him suffer..His life was in my hands and i feel as if i failed him..But..The treatment would've been way more painful for him, he was already in a critical condition..I hope i showed him enough love these past days..I hope he knows I love him.. He began acting this way right when i returned to go see him from church.. Yes i watched him leave my world, i said my goodbyes..But now i come back..look at his siblings and csnt help but cry.. Im so sorry nugget.. Note- The vet where i put him to sleep said he most likely had a disease that was transferred from the mama cat and his affects most likely starting showing these past weeks..

[@Moni8331]

Thank you for this very helpful video. We have a geriatric dog at home & need to start thinking about this tough decision.

[@scarosone14]

Thank you for the video. Recently my wife and I had to put our dog of 16 years to sleep. He was diagnosed with thyroid cancer 3 years ago but because he was old and it wasnt effecting him we didnt do any surgery. The last 6 months though he started to slowly deteriorate in his quality of life. He could eat dry food only wet and if he ate too much he would get sick at times. He stopped playing or played very little. He couldn't bark and he he lost 4 pounds (12 to 8 pounds) and you could feel his spine and bones when you petted him. When we took him to his vet who knew our dog he confirmed it that it was time. The cancer was spreading and he would be feeling pain soon if he wasnt already. You do feel guilty if you could of done anything different. But we realized he wasnt happy and it was only going to get worse. We did a bucket list for him before we took him. We took him to his favorite car ride and park and spent the last 2 days for him only. Our friends came over to say goodbye as well. You will still feel guilty and 2nd guess yourself but what the video says is great advice if you arent sure.

[@Skeluz]

A applaud you. Tough calls but in my view very necessary. I don't see any point in prolonging someones suffering. It's really too bad we can't offer these services to people. I get that it's a sensitive matter but some people are reaaaally suffering from terminal illness or similar.

[@klover2honey2]

In an interview with the little boy that was in the movie heaven is for real and also died and went to heaven and came back, he says that there were animals there including cats and dogs. I don't know if they're our pets or if they're just new pets but he did say that there were animals in heaven during an interview.

[@DafWejebe]

Thank you :( I cant stop thinking about my cat baby Luna :( I had to put her to sleep two weeks ago and today they called me to let me know her ashes were ready. Its like everything I had moved on just went backwards tonight. I just wish I could see her again and play with her again and hug her and kiss her... so many plans i had for us.. she was my best friend and my family, i honestly just want to be with her and i dont know how to stop the pain

[@seanpeters3690]

I was watching this 10 days ago when we weren't sure what to do about our dog, and long story short she died on her own and we didn't have to euthanize her. We live in rural Alaska and we found out they don't even provide euthanasia services anyway, but the last day of her life we could tell she was in a lot of pain and weren't sure what to do. Thankfully, we were provided with pain meds to slightly lessen her pain, and at that point we knew her time was coming. My mom and brother were by her side as she breathed her last, but I was at work with my sister when we got the call. I feel kind of guilty not being there, but I'm also relieved I didn't have to watch her die. Even though I wasn't there when she died, it was really hard seeing her suffer like that and last night was the first night I didn't have nightmares about the experience.

[@chrishayes5755]

I think that's where the expression "take them out to the woodshed" originally came from. If you live in a rural area with no vet you should probably have a high caliber rifle or pistol in case you ever need to euthanize your pet. It's quick and painless if done right - and that's how it was done for centuries. If your dog ever gets bloat or organ failure you don't want to watch them slowly die in the worst way possible. It sounds horrific to shoot your pet but that's the brutal reality we're disconnected from thanks to modern medicine.

[@cfjelde]

Thank you so much. I looked this up because my friend is putting down her dog soon. A dog (lil' Zoe) I got very very close with. I'm far away from her and I'm so torn up and sad. I've known these things you're saying but just to hear it again in a calm voice makes it feel a little better.

[@allengentrick7257]

Had my dog for 12 years. Had to put him down 9/24/2018. Miss him so much.

[@MrLeroy42]

My dog which is part wiener dog has his back legs partially paralyzed and he can still somehow feel pain throughout his back. He will have to stay on a lot of medicine and he will spend the rest of his life in a cage. We will have to put him to sleep tomorrow or the day after that. I don’t seem sad but on the inside I just feel really depressed and I am trying to distract myself but even that’s not working. I don’t know how to deal with this pain I have inside and how to deal with it after we put him down.

[@GremlinBando]

I put my baby down 2 days ago 11/14/19..he had a bladder tumor that progressed quickly..Rip bandit we love you..and miss you..you were a great dog !!!

[@emmataub2806]

This Wednesday, I'm putting my baby boy to sleep. I grew up with him. I feel like a part of me is dying.

[@LEETFUK]

I feel you! It's a heartbreaking decision to make! :/ I had to put my 17 year old cat this last monday! :(

[@honeybun666]

My beautiful sweet cat Kiwi is only 5 years old. We are going to have to put her down because she has been battling with an antibiotic resistant staph infection for over a year and a half. She is raw and itchy and sad. We have spent over 40k on different treatment options for her and given her every antibiotic she could have to try and fight it off but the bacteria is so resistant that there is nothing else we can do. I am so heartbroken. She is the sweetest and cuddliest kitty when she’s not sick. It’s hard for me to make this decision (especially since she is still eating just fine) but she has been miserable and not herself for far too long and it’s not going to get better. I’m thinking of everyone who had to put their pet down or is going to put their pet down :(

[@chriswilliams8507]

My dog cant stand on his own. I've taken him to the vet 3 times and he's not getting better. Can't use the bathroom on his own anymore. I'm constantly cleaning behind him. But I know longer can afford to take him to the vet. I'm trying to hold on. But I think it may be time. My wife wants to keep trying hoping one day he Will get better but I don't think he will and at this point it's becoming more of a burden on us to try and keep cleaning behind him. I just don't know what to do anymore

[@keri117]

Thank you so much for your guidance. I have to euthanize my cat today. We've had 10 wonderful fun years together. But he's not hungry healthy or happy and he is very unwell. Such a difficult decision but I know it's the right one. Thank you again

[@onetwothreefourfive12345]

I don’t know what I will do. My cat is still very healthy but he is quite an old cat now. He is my best friend and I honestly think I will be suicidal without him. Even the thought of losing him makes me cry

[@whatwillbem6825]

My Chula (she’s 17 in human years) has been with me since she was 7 weeks old...she was second to the runt the runt didn’t make it...Chula came out from the ball of her siblings and came straight to me ...she chose me...now she’s totally blind no teeth to speak of soils her bed...has a little tumor on her belly..besides bumping into everythynow her back legs are giving out...she use to be a solid 5 pds...now she’s 2 ...and I know my little buddy is counting on me to help her through this...I cried my eyes out yesterday...but I know I have to do the loving and humane thing...read all the comments...and my heart breaks for all off you...thank you for this upload...I know what I have to do...😔

[@thelastjohnwayne]

Thank you Dr. Campbell

[@Zippylippy]

Rip my kitten she passed away 02/12/2022-02/26/2022 she was having respiratory issues had to put her down life is so short miss you lilly 💋

[@deannamassengale488]

A month later, Amy, our blue healer mix beganbhaving diarrhea was lethargic and went off her food. Doc Sanders said bc of her age (11) It was either kidney failure or cancervthat made her go downhill so quickly. Both dogs had no quality of life, it was time to let go. We cried &held both as they passed peacefully.

[@lilith_33]

Thank you for this video. THANK YOU

[@anotherrandomperson4162]

having my yellow lab put down tomorrow. she is 15 years old which is old for yellow labs (most only make it till there 12-13.) She is very sick and I can definitely tell that she is suffering and is not happy. she cant even get up to use the bathroom. we do love in the country so we are also worried that the coyotes may get her, and that is a harsh way for any animal to die. I truly believe that this is the right choice of action. I can hardly stand to see her suffer any longer.(her name is roxie btw). thanks to anyone who reads, likes, or comments on this comment. God bless you all.

[@peeinatree9444]

Okay but now how do I cope afterwards it's been 12 hours since I had to put my hamster to sleep and it's honestly been the most painful 12 hours of my life my head hurts my throat hurts and my heart aches I feel such a deep sadness I cannot find words for

[@KOLDBLU3ST33L]

Thank you. We're putting our beloved pet, of 17 years, to sleep today...🥺

[@monibushan6714]

Sorry

[@thecalvinTM]

The comment section is really moving me. Three months ago I picked a 4 week healthy puppy from it's genetically ill stray mother. The mother had a skin condition where she itched for no reason. This caused her teeth to fall off and she had almost no fur left on her backside, just scars from the itching. Now, the puppy has started showing some signs that he might have the same condition as her mother. He has lost some fur around the neck region, eyes,and the back side as well. Today, I struggle with the thought of putting him to rest. I like having him around, yet don't want him to suffer like his mother did.

[@DougHinVA]

I like this a lot and have learned and tell others that euthanasia is like training a dog: it is what you do FOR him and not TO him. Your pet has only you to think for him and protect him from suffering. think of what is best for the animal and set your emotions aside. Follow what is truth and forget your feelings

[@sheethalsusanabraham9427]

I'm crying here, just by reading the comments.

[@danygraph2910]

Thank you Doc. Very compassionate video. Helped a lot@

[@MrDatdeal22]

This video help put my mind at ease. Had to put my baby down today 😩. Thank you for you're guidance

[@michaelwirick1849]

Thank you. This has helped me tremendously.

[@brifrazier5459]

Rest in peace, Buddy. 💔 2004-2020

[@thewizishere]

Had to do this this morning. We adopted him 8 years ago after he was rescued from being a bate dog. They was sending him to be euthanized then, b.c he was so bad, they did6thank he would live. Even the vet said he had a 20% chance to live, he was starved,beated, had his teeth pulled out, and had infection all through his body, but he still had not given up. He over came all that, and lived a full and wonderful life with us. Then two weeks after we had taken him to the vet, he noticed a place on his gum line, the vet knew what it was. It was an aggressive form of cancer, and it was already in the jaw bone. She told us that he would stop eating, and that would be the sign that we needed to bring him back in. We kept him for two more weeks, and he seemed fine, until 2 days ago, he started having a harder time eating. He could still take soft food, but when we took him for a check up the place had split open and the risk for infection was very great. Food ment so.much to him after all he went through, and we wasn't going to wait for him not to be able to eat at all. He had already suffered too much in his life. The end result was coming soon, regardless. Not allow9hom to suffer was the greatest love we could've given him. B.c, even though we want to be selfish, and hold on to him, we had to let him go, so that he didn't feel anymore pain. Now he will never hurt anymore. But our pain is so great. But we will take this pain for him. He was such a good boy, people abused him and he still loved. I am so happy that his life did not end 8 years ago, that we have him a chance to know what love was, that he was not put down b.c no one loved him and abused him, and the rescue had no other options. When he went, he was with people that loved him.

[@sparkle9482]

Great information! My Furbaby is 15 years old and I know that time will come and it tryly HURTS!! The decision is hard but I wouldn't want to see him suffering that would be selfish on my part❤❤❤🙏🙏🙏

[@lucifer.654]

You're awesome and wise on this matter.

[@alexanderkurtkuechler2745]

I thank you for this. My dog is 11 years old and has arthritis. So naturally that means, she can’t get around like she used to, and I only take her on short walks, but other than that, she is completely happy, healthy, and eats well. She still hangs out with our other dog and plays with him, no I take that back, more like bullies him LOL. Sometimes this subject surfaces in my mind, not so much because of her having arthritis but more because of her advanced age, even though I know that her quality-of-life is still strong.

[@vallang4832]

I had to do that this morning. I know I made the right decision she was so sick. Hope you next journey is the best.

[@craigdaubbeats-rapinstrume9185]

My question is why is this legal for pets but not humans. A pet can't tell you they want to go. A human can. I'm not against putting pets down when the time is right. But I just find it odd that we allow this for pets but not people who are suffering at the end of their life. Am I wrong for thinking this?

[@MrWhitelightning73]

You’re right, humans have free will. They should be able to choose.

[@cynthiarogers2904]

GOD BLESS YOU.

[@penniesfromheavon]

Sad the last thing it heard and felt was it’s owners anguish. We waited until ours was gone before we made any sounds of sadness.

[@davidharden7575]

Thank you! This helped me a lot. I put my 13 year old Manx Cat Tristin down on the 3rd of November and feeling guilty and very sad every since. The Vet also messed up the procedure. He put the catheter into one leg and Tristin pulled it out. Then he put the catheter into the other leg but didn't put it in correctly. Then brought Tristin to me and pushed the meds into him and he started screaming instead of falling sleep. Propofol burns so he would of experienced great pain. Then the vet had to take hi in the back and sedate him, fix the catheter and then repeat the process. Very upsetting! /dh

[@mariannapatane6864]

Thank you Doctor appreciate that you talk to us I feel bad I just had to put him to sleep I was with him he didn’t eat and was sick thank you 😊 so much I been crying so much 😂😂😂😂

[@DanielFireWalker]

I have to put my dog to sleep this week, I've had for 15 years, and I'm so destroyed. Im going to miss her so much I have no idea how to deal with this.

[@ellajane5900]

Have to put my cat to sleep today, you never realise how much they mean to you until they are going to pass 😔

[@joefeola7770]

Thank you for this video, It really helped me.

[@MBfrolick]

We had to let our Rude-E cat go and those were the 3 things my wonderful vet talked to us about before we made the decision. It's the hardest thing anyone who loves their pat can do, but letting them suffer so you can have them in your life is worse. Thank you for making this video. Perhaps it will help someone struggling with whether or not to let go.

[@slipherx4512]

Thank you

[@cagiestquasar8784]

I'm bawling my eyes out watching this

[@cferrel09]

im facing this decision and i have been researching for days to ensure its the correct choice. I plan on doing it when im off for several days this thursday so i dont have to feel the worst at work. Im hoping its the right choice.

[@kristophertillman79]

I just recently had to do it. We had a cat, and one day about two weeks ago I noticed it breathing very hard and shallow. My vet pulled over a cup of fluid out of his chest and diagnosed him with hypo-tropic cardiomyopathy. I was advised cats can get it, and it was a wait and see type of thing. He was great for a few days and then he started breathing hard again. I took him back and was told it would keep coming back. Sometimes we get lucky and the symptoms improve but it rarely does. I made the decision and took him home that night so my boys could say goodbye. The next day I took him in and had him put down. I had second thoughts, but in the end he had stopped eating and was wasting away. I wasn't going to let him suffer. In the end, I knew it was the right decision. I took comfort in the fact I tried everything I could, left no stone unturned, and gave him a lot of love for the three years he was alive. Keep that in mind if you make that decision you've done all you can and loved it with all your heart. It is gut wrenching, but in the end you did him/her a favor. Hope that helps. God bless.

[@cferrel09]

I have been researching the possibilities. I believe its a malignant tumor since the ears consistently bleeds and does not stop. He has pressure in the right eye where he cant close it but i saw his nose up close and it does not look normal. I have been reading consistently for days since I have a medical background to make sure its the most logical choice. I just hope im doing the right thing for the cat and its killing me. I loved that cat for 18 years.

[@snicka8173]

I know this old but right now I am facing the same situation with my baby Elin.