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Dexter had been gradually declining for three weeks but for his last four days he had refused his usual food and spent every day asleep, not even barking when the Postie arrived. The Vet gave hin a check up a week ago and did blood tests etc but they were all okay and she said he was a good age and that we might have to make a decision soon. We managed to get a little fish and brown rice into him each day but on Thursday it was obvious that he was not going to recover. We called the Vet and in the afternoon Dexter peacefully crossed Rainbow Bridge. He was 12 years and 4 months old, so around the average for a Labrador. Mrs C16 and I are devastated and the tears have flowed freely - he was such a loyal, intelligent and lovable friend who is greatly missed.

Dexter in his youth...

My sympathies, C16.

There’s a lot of dust in the air at Perry Oaks International this afternoon

What a handsome dog, C16. My sincere sympathy to you and Mrs C16

I have only just noticed this C16!



Dexter....

My condolences to you and M.

I'm sure that Dexter appreciated the good life you both provided him with.

RIP Dexter

PP

Condolences, always hard to lose a faithful friend.

Sincere condolences, as you know just been through it with Punto.

I would like to add my condolences. Dogs and cats - especially - are family members, and to lose one is very upsetting, whether they walk on two legs or four.

Thank you kind people. Your posts are much appreciated.

Condolences from us both.

So sad. At least you had time to nurse him to the end. We had one that we bred, the older, and two others (the next generation) when the older started on the path.

She would fit and the others were clearly distressed. I used to hold her while this went on. When she recovered you could see she was confused, yet she seemed to be aware and grateful for the care.

Very sad when they do go however

You have my sympathies. Having had to to this a few years ago is why we don't have a dog anymore. I couldn't face the distress of having to do it a second time.

The Ancient Mariner

Thanks for the posts - this was our second Labrador and we lost the first one at 8 years old to cancer. We have decided not to have another as with our increasing age and possible increasing mobility issues it wouldn’t be fair on the dog….. plus we don’t think we can cope again with the heartache of loss.

CharlieOneSix wrote: ↑

Sun Feb 26, 2023 7:58 pm

increasing age and possible increasing mobility issues it wouldn’t be fair on the dog….

Hence reason why still looking to share a dog with neighbour of similar age to self. RIP Dexie.

Condolences, it is always hard to lose a member of the family, irrespective of the number of legs they have.

Only just seen this thread, again, condolences and sympathy. Know how it feels.

Not an easy time for you. You have my sympathy for losing a soul so close to your heart.

Mr. & Mrs. C16-Hugs to you both