My mom passed away and left a 13 yr. old poodle. She is going deaf, blind and keeps urinating in the house. I am not sure if I should just have her put to sleep or just drop her off at my dad's since it was his dog too.
2006-10-05 09:08:26 · 21 answers · asked by moniscandal 1 in Pets ➔ Dogs
Im sorry to hear about your mom that must be tough on you right now. I would ask your dad if he wants the dog, with a dog with that many problems and Im not sure of his age he might just not want to take on that kind of responsiblity .
If I was in that position and the my father didnt want the dog, I personally would probably put it to sleep if you couldnt find anybody to take it. The reason why is she is deaf, blind and keeps urinating in the house, some people probably could deal with being deaf and blind but peeing in the house most folks just dont want that .
If you take her to the humane society more then likely they will put the dog to sleep anyways because nobody will take a dog like that most people look for puppies that they can raise how they want them to be raised .
So, saying all that I personally would probably put the dog to sleep she is 13 yrs old and has a great life no reason to keep her living like that in fear because she cant hear or see.
Once again sorry about your mom .
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I dont understand why she is a cold hearted person. Maybe there is reasons why she cant take the dog in , maybe she has a child allergic to animals, maybe she dont have the money to take care of a pet . Pets are not cheap to have. If she has done everything humanly possiable talking to her dad, asking around if someobdy wants to the dog , what else is there for her to do ? You know darn well if she takes that kind of dog into the humane society they will put the dog to sleep or they might not even take that kind of dog in the first place. So, if she decided to put the dog to sleep Im sure she has tried everything possiable before she would take that course. You dont know the whole situation to the story
2006-10-05 09:18:02 · answer #1 · answered by dindy 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
What would your mom want? If she had the dog 13 years she obviously loved the little poodle. Please have the heart to have the dog treated and checked at the vet then if your dad doesn't want the poodle and you don't want to take the poodle, then find a foster home. That's the right and loving thing to do in memory of your mother.
2006-10-05 09:22:42 · answer #2 · answered by GraceandMickey A 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If the dogs quality of life is no longer there then yes i think you should do the best thing for the dog and put it to sleep. I would not drop it off with dad all of that moving around wouldn't be good for it either.
2006-10-05 10:12:03 · answer #3 · answered by iluvgermanshepards 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Your dad should be allowed to help make the decision, but if the animal is suffering beyond the normal MINOR "aches & pains of "old age, " cancer may be involved. It is often difficult to "put down" a dog, however the pain is lessened when you insist that he dog is sedated first... actually put to sleep, and thenn* and only then the heart-stopping drug shoud be administered. I think you & the dog should be allowed the dignity of having the dog's eye's closed before the dog is euthanized.
2006-10-05 09:28:07 · answer #4 · answered by cherodman4u 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I agree with Grace. Your mom has kept her around all the years so she must have cared for her. If the dog is in physical pain then that is a whole other issue but if it is the fact that she is simply an inconvenience then try to think of what your mom would say about it. Good luck in whatever you decide. Im sure that you are in a hard position.
2006-10-05 09:27:03 · answer #5 · answered by Karri G 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I would consult a vet. If they believe the dog is happy and pain-free other wise the urinating, I would make an effort to let the dog live a little longer.
There is medication for incontinence in dogs, that is a common problem as they age.
2006-10-05 09:20:57 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
it sounds like this poor dogs quality of life is slowly slipping away. dont just dump the dog on your dad call him tell him the problems the dog is having and that unfortunately you dont have the time or the patience to take care of this dog right now and he has a few options lay out the options for him see what he says then make a decision from there.
2006-10-05 10:21:20 · answer #7 · answered by princess 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Take the dog to your Dads. The poor dog is old and misses your Mom I'm sure. But she may feel a little better around your Dad.
Let him decide about putting her to sleep. I'm so soory about your Mom.
2006-10-05 10:01:41 · answer #8 · answered by cindy ccc 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Easy: if the dog's not in any actual pain, then don't put it to sleep. I have had dogs in a similar way, and even though they were having trouble with making a mess, they still knew where everything was, blind notwithstanding. As long as I gave them love, and they weren't in pain, they were happy.
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2006-10-05 09:17:05 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
I am sorry for the loss of your Mom. But I would ask your Dad what he would like done with the dog. I know it sounds cruel, but maybe it's best to put the dog down.
2006-10-05 09:18:15 · answer #10 · answered by GERRI B 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋