Rascal may not make it through the night

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So sorry to hear this.
I know he's comforted knowing how much you love him. Keeping you in my prayers.

Thank you so much for the kind thoughts...I truly appreciate it

Oh Lena how truly sad for you to have to go through this with your beloved little dog. It's the worst part of pet ownership that they only have such a relatively short time with us. Biggest of hugs coming your way and I'll put you both in my prayers.

Thanks for the hugs & prayers Joanna!

Lena, I'm so sorry for your heart ache.

This is what Rascal might be saying to you: On the ultimate difficult journey, go with me please. Never say you can't bear to watch. Don't make me face this alone. Everything is easier for me if you are there, because I love you so.

You are there for Rascal and that is all that matters to him- you are his pack. All living beings pass on and it is so hard to take that journey with those we love and know that we will be left behind with memories and a very hurt heart.

But this is what is written when each animal takes it's first breath. Hang in there with Rascal. The death process is just that- a process; and it takes time. Love him through it and then take time for yourself.

My heart goes to yours. Take care.

Thank you McKinsey, it is hard and your words described it perfectly. I just got home from practice and checked on him - his breathing is very shallow, I don't know what to do except lay on the floor with him and pet him and tell him how much I love him

I know how you feel. My dog what hit by a car recently and I thought she was going to die and I felt horrible. She survived and is still recovering but I dread the day she will pass on. Its tough on everybody when a loved one is lost. I wish you the best of luck and happiness.

Thanks a bunch! I'm glad to hear she is recovering...give her a hug & a pet from me.
Thanks again to all of you. I think getting it off my chest is making it a little easier to deal with