Aww, I'm sorry about your fish, MKAC. ((( HUGS )))

* * * POSSIBLE TRIGGER, about pets dying * * *

I found out yesterday that my sister's beloved dog is ill and that there's nothing they can do to cure her. She is 7 years old and SO loved by the family. The vet recommended steroid treatments to help and said that she may live up to a year.

My niece is completely devastated. I haven't talked to my sister or BIL yet...and the younger kids don't know yet. I am crushed. I suggested taking the test results to another vet to get a second opinion. Ultimately, I know they have to accept the situation - but it's SO hard when a pet is such a huge part of the family.