Shell666 0 #1 December 18, 2009 I had to put down my "big white cat", Herc, last night. He hadn't been himself since Wednesday last week. Didn't want his treats, was tired, not eating. Come Sunday he wouldn't drink anything either. Took him to the vet Monday, they put him on an IV to rehydrate him and ran some tests, xrays and an ultrasound. The ultrasound showed a tumour in his abdomen on the duodenum. I brought him home that night and took him back to the vet Tuesday morning for more IV fluids. They did a needle biopsy and the results came back as lymphoma. I brought him home Tuesday night and he was doing really well. They put him on Zantac and predazone and some antibiotics (he had a fever on Monday). They hoped the prednazone would help a bit. Came home Wednesday and he wasn't himself. Was having trouble walking, went outside and layed down in the snow (he HATES the snow!) and when he came back in the house he could barely stand. I called the vet and my dad, Bug and I went there with him. Hardest decision I have ever had to make but it was the best for him. I think he knew too. He just layed down on the bed on the floor. We all got to be there and say goodbye to the big guy. He was so good and just layed down in his normal sleeping pose and let me hold his head and give him loves. He was an AWESOME dog and a great brother for Bug. Finding another dog that can put up with her will be hard but I'll do my best. He would have turned 8 on December 26th. How fitting for a boxer to born on Boxing Day. Hercamer, I'm sure gonna miss you ya big white dork!! Sweet dreams on the Rainbow Bridge ... 'Shell Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LyraM45 0 #2 December 18, 2009 I'm so sorry to hear. Putting down a pet, especially that young, is so hard to do. I don't know if it's a boxer thing but my friends 4 year old boxer got cancer that went to her lymph nodes. It's sad, but it's the right thing to do versus have them be in agony. Doesn't make it any easier though. Apologies for the spelling (and grammar).... I got a B.S, not a B.A. :) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Shell666 0 #3 December 18, 2009 Quote I'm so sorry to hear. Putting down a pet, especially that young, is so hard to do. I don't know if it's a boxer thing but my friends 4 year old boxer got cancer that went to her lymph nodes. It's sad, but it's the right thing to do versus have them be in agony. Doesn't make it any easier though. 8 is pretty old in boxer life. He had a good one too. Spoiled rotten. Lucky bastard. He was the epitome of health all his life. But it is common for boxers to succumb to cancer. Until last week, he was my healthyhappyhealthyhappyhealthyhappy boy. It was a hard decision to make, but it was the RIGHT one. Now to find a new big brother for Bug. She's missing him. But she has us so she's lucky too.'Shell Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LyraM45 0 #4 December 18, 2009 Quote Quote I'm so sorry to hear. Putting down a pet, especially that young, is so hard to do. I don't know if it's a boxer thing but my friends 4 year old boxer got cancer that went to her lymph nodes. It's sad, but it's the right thing to do versus have them be in agony. Doesn't make it any easier though. 8 is pretty old in boxer life. He had a good one too. Spoiled rotten. Lucky bastard. He was the epitome of health all his life. But it is common for boxers to succumb to cancer. Until last week, he was my healthyhappyhealthyhappyhealthyhappy boy. It was a hard decision to make, but it was the RIGHT one. Now to find a new big brother for Bug. She's missing him. But she has us so she's lucky too. Wow!! I didn't know boxers lived such short lives. Such a shame! They are REALLY good pups!Apologies for the spelling (and grammar).... I got a B.S, not a B.A. :) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
airtwardo 7 #5 December 18, 2009 I'm so sorry Girl. Doesn't fill the loss, but Herc lives in your heart forever. ~ If you choke a Smurf, what color does it turn? ~ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Shell666 0 #6 December 18, 2009 Quote Quote Quote I'm so sorry to hear. Putting down a pet, especially that young, is so hard to do. I don't know if it's a boxer thing but my friends 4 year old boxer got cancer that went to her lymph nodes. It's sad, but it's the right thing to do versus have them be in agony. Doesn't make it any easier though. 8 is pretty old in boxer life. He had a good one too. Spoiled rotten. Lucky bastard. He was the epitome of health all his life. But it is common for boxers to succumb to cancer. Until last week, he was my healthyhappyhealthyhappyhealthyhappy boy. It was a hard decision to make, but it was the RIGHT one. Now to find a new big brother for Bug. She's missing him. But she has us so she's lucky too. Wow!! I didn't know boxers lived such short lives. Such a shame! They are REALLY good pups! They average 10 years. Too short! Yes., they are AWESOME dogs. I have another here that's only 2-1/2. She's a little doll but needs another brother. So, guess I'm looking for a 2 year old boy to keep up with my 2 year old girl!!! Herc had a good, good life. Short as it was. Love that big white dork. 'Shell Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Shell666 0 #7 December 18, 2009 Quote I'm so sorry Girl. Doesn't fill the loss, but Herc lives in your heart forever. Yes he does. BTW, his tail was crooked ... should make you smile! 'Shell Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
virgin-burner 1 #8 December 18, 2009 sorry hun! “Some may never live, but the crazy never die.” -Hunter S. Thompson "No. Try not. Do... or do not. There is no try." -Yoda Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nataly 38 #9 December 18, 2009 Awww.. You poor thing.. Losing a pet is always so much harder than you think it's going to be - it's like losing a member of your family. Just know that it's ok to grieve even though in your heart you know you did the right thing. Sounds like the little bugger really enriched your life You'll always have the memories.. N@"There is no problem so bad you can't make it worse." - Chris Hadfield « Sors le martinet et flagelle toi indigne contrôleuse de gestion. » - my boss Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mrwrong 0 #10 December 18, 2009 Ohh that sucks to hear!!! I'm very sorry for your loss Shell.... “The sum of intelligence on the planet is a constant; the population is growing.” - George Bernard Shaw He who dies with the most toys, wins..... dudeist skydiver # 19515 Buy quality and cry once! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Squeak 17 #11 December 18, 2009 I'm so sorry you had to do that Shell I know what yo are going through, and my thoughts are with you You are not now, nor will you ever be, good enough to not die in this sport (Sparky) My Life ROCKS! How's yours doing? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ladyskydiver 0 #12 December 18, 2009 Hugs!Life is short! Break the rules! Forgive quickly! Kiss slowly! Love truly, Laugh uncontrollably. And never regret anything that made you smile. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LisaH 0 #13 December 18, 2009 Awww sweetie, so sorry to hear this. ((HUG)) Be yourself! MooOOooOoo Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tkhayes 348 #14 December 18, 2009 QuoteWow!! I didn't know boxers lived such short lives. Such a shame! They are REALLY good pups! the bigger the breed the shorter their life - generally. Great Danes are pretty lucky to make 10 ever. I have now put down 4 or 5 dogs I have owned. It never gets any easier. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
micduran 0 #15 December 18, 2009 Always a tough decision Be patient with the faults of others; they have to be patient with yours. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
warpedskydiver 0 #16 December 18, 2009 Sorry about that, my last two dogs got cancers and suffered, I had to put them down but they were very old. 13 &14yrs old. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lauraliscious 0 #17 December 18, 2009 I'm so sorry. Must make it that much harder that he seemed healthy just a week ago. Enemiga Rodriguez, PMS #369, OrFun #25, Team Dirty Sanchez #116, Pelt Head #29, Muff #4091 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tmaricle55 0 #18 December 18, 2009 My heart goes out to you. I have enjoyed seeing pictures over the years. You have some wonderful pictures and memories that will last a life time. Muff Brother # 3883, SCR # 14796 ICD # 1 - Pres. Yeah, I noticed and I think it's funny! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shah269 0 #19 December 18, 2009 My heart goes out to you. Loosing a friend is never easy, loosing one who had a special place in your heart and so close to the holidays is even harder. I wish you and your family the best.Life through good thoughts, good words, and good deeds is necessary to ensure happiness and to keep chaos at bay. The only thing that falls from the sky is birdshit and fools! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ILUVCHUTERS 1 #20 December 18, 2009 I'm so sorry :( Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The_Don 0 #21 December 18, 2009 Sorry. I am NOT being loud. I'm being enthusiastic! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FallinAngel 0 #22 December 18, 2009 So sorry to hear. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
guppie01 0 #23 December 18, 2009 MUAH :-* Love ya!!! g"Let's do something romantic this Saturday... how bout we bust out the restraints?" Raddest Ho this side of Jersey #1 - MISS YOU OMG, is she okay? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rick 67 #25 December 18, 2009 It's not an easy thing to make the tough decisions but you know you did the right thing. Just remember all the smiles he gave you and know that you gave him a great life.You can't be drunk all day if you don't start early! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
