How do you know when it's time to let them go?

[elena86]

RIP, my dear, sweet Senji! My brother came over today and we took him to the Banfield Animal Hospital at Petsmart. They were open today. It was a good time, because they weren't too busy, being the 4th of July and all. Senji seemed to know that it was time too. The vet was very nice and gentle, and everything went very quickly. He was 16 1/2 years old. He's had a good life, and I didn't want him to suffer. With his previous liver disease, the vet felt that he was probably full of lung cancer too. He was having a lot of difficulty breathing. She said that we did the right thing, and that he probably wouldn't have died a peaceful "natural" death. We'll miss him dearly! The house will feel so empty without him. I'm sure that many of you know how it feels. Thank you for all your kindness and prayers!

[eeeefarm]

I'm sorry for your loss. Even when you know it is the right thing, it is just so hard to let go. I have been down that road too many times, and I feel for you. Spend your time grieving. It helps.

[Chealsie508]

Sorry to hear about Senji, it really is an unselfish decision and it's nice that you can remember him on the fourth of July every year….I hope that you and your family can find peace with his passing.

[agilebasenji]

I am so sorry. I was hoping you'd have a little more time together.
RIP baby boy.

[krunzer]

I'm sorry to hear the news about Senji. He had a wonderful full life with lots of love. RIP good buddy, Flame will show you the way over the Rainbow Bridge.

[giza1]

I am very sorry for your loss. It is so HARD to let them go, but you did right by Senji… and he thanks you for that. Dogs bring so much happiness to our lives, but such sadness when they leave us. Senji will wait for you, and he won't wait alone, many have recently arrived at the bridge, including my Billy. Peace

[wifoulks]

Sorry to hear this. It is so hard to say goodbye. He lived a long life and is now at the Rainbow Bridge running with many of his kind. I'm sure my sweet Tia was there to welcome him.

[dcmclcm4]

I am sorry for your loss. He is now free of any pain.

Jennifer

[ownedbyspencer]

I'm very sorry to hear about Senji. It's so sad when they go. He lived to a grand old age, and I'm sure he had a wonderful life. It's so hard to let them go– you were both courageous and compassionate to release him. Run free, Senji!

[MacPack]

So sorry to hear that you have lost your Senji. Helping him, easing him into the spirit world, is a great kindness when they are suffering. He is in good company there eat the Rainbow Bridge. Hugs.

[Lourdes mendez]

Thanks you're so sweet

[Lourdes mendez]

Thanks to every body, it was a year ago but I still cry alone when I remember him, thanks all for your support and B's family love

[ZenGrrrl]

I read through the posts on this thread and, of course, broke into tears.

I stopped by here to find out if anyone has had a Basenji that simply died of old age (no disease or trauma as the cause of death). Ziggy is now 14 years old and doing very well for a senior dog, but I know there will come a time when he decides "enough." I read a few stories from owners who said their dog found a comfy place to lie down, went to sleep, and simply didn't wake up. Has anyone else experienced this?

(passing out Kleenex tissues)

[tanza]

My Fatia recently passed in her sleep, she just laid down and when over the rainbow bridge. She would have been 16 December 29th.

[Chealsie508]

It always breaks ones heart when a beloved pet passes away but in my opinion, the best way. It's so upsetting and always a lasting image to see them waste away or suffer, it's a blessing from above when they just decide its time and go peacefully. ( although still so painful for us)