should i euthanize my cat

[booktigger]

It really does sound like euthanasia is the kindest thing you can do for her then - it is the last act of love and kindness we can give them, although never an easy decision, and sadly it never gets easier. Good luck

 

[brokenheart]

I don't know if this will be of any help, but this was my experience last year. I put my cat, who also had cancer, to sleep when the vet told me he was actively dying. There was such a pronounced difference in the way he looked, in just two days, that I "knew" but I think the vet saying that made the difference for me.

Also, I was told once, years ago, that there's a difference between extending someone's life and prolonging their death. There can be a time, especially with pets because they can't speak, where that's a very gray area. For me, it took him entering the "actively dying' part before I could part with him. You might be able to tell, because you love and know her so well, if she's still getting some enjoyment out of life -- sleeping in a shaft of sunlight or on your lap, or batting a toy around -- or if the discomfort overrides everything at this point.

I'm sorry you have to go through this hard time and lose your lifelong pal.

 

[libby74]

I don't know if this will be of any help, but this was my experience last year. I put my cat, who also had cancer, to sleep when the vet told me he was actively dying. There was such a pronounced difference in the way he looked, in just two days, that I "knew" but I think the vet saying that made the difference for me.

I believe that a good vet can make a world of difference when deciding if euthenasia is the best choice. I trust my vet completely, but several times in the past when I've asked if I should make that final decision he told me the decision was up to me. Finally, with my sweet Sophie (who also had cancer) I asked him, "If Sophie was yours, what would you do?" He looked me in the eye and told me, "I'd end her suffering; she's in pain and she's not going to get better."

Sweetie, only you can make that decision for Shiloh. Please think about it rationally, because I know you're thinking with your heart right now. I wish I could give you a big hug and tell you everything will be alright; I know how painful this is for you, but you need to think of Shiloh's well-being now.

 

[rosiemac]

Shiloh is going to be crossing the bridge today, so i'll now close her thread

Shiloh

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