((((((((((((((((((Christina))))))))))))))))))))

Hon,
I'm so sorry about your Aunt. Death is such a hard thing to endure. Especially, when someone go's slowly and you see them suffering. I truly am sorry.
Absolutely not, you are NOT selfish. To want your dog to get better isn't being selfish. It isn't for you, it's for your dog. I, personally, think it's a wonderful idea for you to ask your family to take your dog to the vet.
I understand completely. I have a cat that I have had for about nine years and she has developed a cough, and I am afraid of what it could be. My husband and I decided to take her to the vet to see if he could help her.
Our pets are our babies. She sleeps with me everynight.
So, I do understand.
I wish the very best for you and your Dad and his sister and your dog.
Take care and let us know how things are going.
Linda