2007-01-06 05:56:53 · 19 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Dogs
Your vet will tell you what to watch for. Our golden retreiver died of cancer. That was about 16 years ago. She didn't seem to ever be in pain, but she got tired and depressed and just couldn't do things anymore. She also started having seizures from low blood sugar caused by the pancreatic cancer. Our vet told us to feed her a tablespoon or two of corn syrup a few times a day and this worked for several months to control the seizures. I hope she doesn't have pain and that you have a good vet who can give you the right help when you need it. Take care.
2007-01-06 06:03:26 · answer #1 · answered by palmettorose 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Well you can tell by their mood changes. They tend to keep themselves to themselves and sit in their basket and not get up and walk around.
You need to take regulaR advise from your vet and when they say it is time to put the dog down please do it! As this means it is at the stage when the dog is in pain and it is no longer enjoyable for the dog to live anymore. I know from experience how upsetting it is do but you need to sweep your own sentemental needs aside and focus on what makes your dog comfortable and her best interests.
I'll be thinking of you; think about getting another dog soon after too, it sounds harsh but it really eases the pain and means you are giving another dog a great and loving home like your doggy has now.
Best wishes
2007-01-06 20:41:50 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most dogs have a pretty high tolerance for pain. At least to the point where it is hard for humans to tell they are in any.
That being said, I am very sorry to hear about your dog. My recommendation is to spend some really quality time with him/her and treat him/her to something very special for about a week, so that you will always remember the last few days of it's life as memorable ones and you can know that the last week of your dogs life was the best one.
Grieve, then when the time is right, get another dog and cherish every moment as if it were the last week of that dogs life.
Edited to add, as someone said you will likely notice a change in attitude or demeanor or activity first - don't wait to much longer after that to follow my advice or it's not going to be fun for the dog anyway.
2007-01-06 14:02:04 · answer #3 · answered by John P 6 · 2⤊ 1⤋
Don't play a guessing game it is hard to tell when they are in pain but most of the time they will whine or cry much like we do but I would not Even want my baby to suffer I would go to the vet and get pain medication and give as directed.She might even eat and drink better if she is out of pain.Don't let her starve because she is in pain.Get pain meds and give it as order until the time comes for her to go.My heart felt sorrow is with you and you are kind to take care of her in this dying state most people never leave the vet's office with a dog with cancer.You are special.God loves you and so do I !!!!!!!!
2007-01-06 15:37:07 · answer #4 · answered by mcnatt c 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am truly sorry. I lost a dog to cancer - she was 14 - she did not let me know that she was really hurting until her last night. I went to my veterinarian and got some pain pills, and I did give her more than recommended (or more often than recommended), and she mercifully slipped away while in my arms. Her quality of life was very good (a small dog - Corgie I think). I will never forget her. Your dog will "whisper" to you when she needs to depart.
2007-01-06 14:07:06 · answer #5 · answered by oatie 6 · 2⤊ 1⤋
when a dog is in pain they do not want to eat. nor do they play! when they stop being active or walk around crying it is time for the last trip to the vet! alot of people believe in letting nature take it`s course. my son does! i myself do not!! cancer is a horrible death!! if i get it and start getting in serious pain i would pray for someone to put me out of it! we are kinder to our animals than each other. YOU MUST BE THE STRONG ONE!! YOU!! she has given you her life and love. you owe her that kindness!!
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2007-01-06 14:36:24 · answer #6 · answered by mouse c 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
She will probably sit still and whine constantly. Of course dogs might do that over anything so you can't be sure.
Please don't put her to sleep!!! She might be suffering but it might also just be a minor nuisance. Your dog isn't likely religious so there's not much for her to wait for after death. It's not fair. Making a choice like that on anyone's behalf.
2007-01-06 14:09:14 · answer #7 · answered by Cortu 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
my grandmals dog had cancer and arthritist for a long time and they never had to put her down because she was able to still play and was still eating and she was always waaging her tail.....untill last year the dog was fine...i say that....if your dog starts to act differently...like starts growling at you or doesnt eat or doesnt play like they use to or if something THEN take her to the vets....because as far as im concerned no one can be 100% certain if the dogs in pain...because she cant talk!! but really...do what you think is best for your dog....your her mommy(or daddy...i never checked to see what gender you where..sorry)
2007-01-06 14:05:36 · answer #8 · answered by Jennifer l 2 · 3⤊ 1⤋
It'll probably start crying and lay down ay the most unusal times
2007-01-06 14:01:48 · answer #9 · answered by Rakiya C 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Won't eat. Will try to hide in dark locations. Might try to run off and die. Will wimper and look at the part of her body where the pain is coming from.
It's much kinder to have her put to sleep than to let her suffer.
2007-01-06 14:05:04 · answer #10 · answered by Catfish_Woman154 4 · 1⤊ 2⤋