Zenobia,

The last two animals that I personally had to make decisions about their end of life due to age and illness I was fortunate to have vets that came to my houses to put my animals down. Many years apart and totally different vets. Both had hearts of gold and really knew the stress of bringing in an animal to say goodbye and that's why they were so willing to come to my houses to take care of things.

The vets usually will take the animal for disposal if you and family cannot deal with that aspect.

For me I kept my kitty to bury. And the dog I took her myself to another vet office here in town that also cremates animals. She was put into a beautiful box and my ex returned her to the state she belonged to. I've since had the joy to visit her in her natural surroundings where she is fully at peace.

I'm very sorry you dog is not well and that the time is near. The hardest part is realizing that the dog is ready probably before you are. So listen to his heart and eyes and he will absolutely let you know when he is ready.

(((Zenobia))) my animal prayers are with you during this hard time.

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