My best buddy had a stroke

[RTR]

My best bud 'Bone" had a stroke last week. He's a shepherd cross and 13 years old. Thought we were going to lose him.

They had him on anti-inflamatory's for a few days, and they seem to have helped. He couldn't walk without falling down, and I spent alot of time helping him around the backyard when he needed to go. He's still a bit wobbly and reacts differently than he did before (turns the wrong way when you call his name, things like that). But he is feeling alot better.

The vet says he needs to gain some weight back in his rear end and gave us a digestive paste for him, which he hates, but what do you do?

I feel so bad for him, but you know....he looks at me and it seems like he is saying "hey boss, it's okay. I don't mind being a bit wobbly."

He's not in any pain, so I'm going to give him all the help he needs, he sure earned it over the last 13 years. I hope we get another year out of him. This one is gonna hurt

RTR

[Maverick]

I hope you have time together and it's good for the both of you. It's just darn hard to lose a pet you have loved for a long time. 

[BTW]

Sorry to hear RTR, but it sounds like he has a best pal. Thats the toughest part about having a dog going through something- their instinct to play like everything is fine. Sometimes when my dog is sick and trying to hide it, I'll lay down on the floor and let him come lay against me to "take care of me."

Here's my best buddy - he's 6

[Baitman]

Good luck with 'Bone' there RTR

[1701E]

Some may say 'It's just an animal', but those someones are pure wrong.  Pets are great companions and company, and losing one is very tough.
Lost our dog 'Smokey' a couple years back.  She was 15-years old, a Collie/Sheepdog mix and was tough one to lose.  Had her since a pup.  I only wish i could say she went peacefully, too much pain was in involved.

Hopefully you get as much time with Bone as possible.

[RTR]

Thanks guys.

We have had him since he was a pup. The kids grew up with him. He always looked after them (and us too). He has been a great companion and friend. It's hard to see him like this, but as long as he isn't in pain and happy I will take care of him.

It's true. They are not just pets. They are very important members of the family.

thanks,

RTR

[Kazaa]

Hello RTR,

I’m sorry to hear about Bone‘s stroke and I wanted to wish both you and him all the best.

Our family’s dog called Mitzi had a stroke a few years ago, combined with old age she needed a helping hand here and there. Mitzi lived for another year until she had to be put to sleep because of mounting aliments.

As I'm typing I can’t help but be reminded of all the happy times we had together. She lived a life of luxury and was pampered every day.

Regards, Kazaa.