I think my dog is dying. I feel so helpless. All I can do is fidget and pace, and that changes nothing. This morning I cuddled him and said, “There are tears in my future.” I take him to the vet this afternoon. I suspect it won’t go well.
One of the downsides to owning a pet is the difference in life spans. Even if, by some miracle, there’s an easy fix for my dog’s situation, there will be tears in my future. Unless I get hit by a crosstown bus, I’m going to outlive him, and there’s not a thing I can do about it.
Discussing this with a friend, she reminded me of the Serenity Prayer.
This is sage advice. There really is no point in getting worked up about the things I cannot change. But dammit, no, I don’t accept this. I just don’t. So I guess I have the “courage” and “wisdom” parts down, but Serenity… ah, Serenity… she eludes me.
The View from a Drawbridge 
Hopefully your dog is much better now…? I have always wondered what people mean when they saythings like ” ahhh h’s in a better place now”… Where is that place? Any better than my arms?
I really expected to have to put him to sleep today, but he seems to be rallying. He’s voluntarily eating a little bit, and no longer vomiting. It feels like we’re still heading toward that iceberg, but the titanic is slowly trying to swerve. Wish us luck.
Is he very old?
He’s 12, but his breed usually makes it to about 15.
The serenity will come when you’re ready…in the meantime know that I and your faithful followers are here for you with opened arms and hearts.
Thank you so much, Lyn. He’s doing a little tiny bit better today. I had the whole veterinary office in tears yesterday. But at the very least his downward spiral is slowing, and the vet and I are seeing a tiny glimmer of hope.
You definitely had me in tears. How’s he doing today?
Awww, even better! Gaining some weight back, and actually greets me at the door when I come in. He still has a long way to go, but I’m starting to feel really optimistic.
so sorry…
Awww, thanks. I actually think he may just pull through! Not out of the woods yet, but making progress.
yay
I really do hope your dog gets better. Sounds like he is making good progress. Keep us updated with his recovery!
Thank you! So far, so good. He still has a lot of weight to gain back, but he’s acting more like his perky self again.