Lost our dog today - complications - The DIS Discussion Forums

Liz · 09-26-2009, 10:51 PM

Our precious dog had to be put down today. She was just 9 years old but had cancer and was very ill. We knew it was the right thing to do but things didn't go as planned. I didn't go with my husband to the vet but he said there were complications. I didn't want to know any details but he came home so traumatized he told me what happened. The needle broke somehow, contents of the injection spilling all down my husband's leg. Instead of our baby passing quietly her last 30 seconds were spent squealing in pain. We kept this news from our daughter who hopefully won't come here and see this.

The vet's office said we can come back Monday and pay them. I don't want to pay them at all. I never want to go back there again with our other fur babies.

I know we could cope better with the loss if it hadn't ended this way. I don't even know how to make peace in my mind with the way things ended. Somehow we'll have to but we're devastated.

Mojo_Magic · 09-26-2009, 10:57 PM

I am sooo sorry for the loss of your beloved dog.

mrsheppo · 09-26-2009, 10:57 PM

So sorry for the loss of your beloved pet.

froggygrrrl · 09-26-2009, 11:01 PM

Oh, I am so sorry to hear this. Your family and your poor suffering pet have my sympathy.

Have you tried petloss.com? It is a great website for those of us who have recently lost a beloved pet. I know it can be hard to come to terms with a loss and it will take time. Try to take comfort in knowing that your dog is no longer in pain and is no longer suffering. Best wishes.

MushyMushy · 09-26-2009, 11:05 PM

I am so sorry. What a horrible thing for your sweet dog (and husband) to go through.

When you are feeling up to it, you or your husband should try to speak with maybe an officer manager or the vet directly. The office staff may not have known or might not have the authority to do anything about your bill.

TheBigBadWolf · 09-26-2009, 11:56 PM

I'm so sorry for your loss.

Vallie · 09-26-2009, 11:58 PM

i am so sorry for your loss

Serena · 09-27-2009, 12:05 AM

I am so sorry.

agnes! · 09-27-2009, 12:15 AM

It'd be a cold day in hell before I'd pay them a thing.

agnes!

lucas · 09-27-2009, 12:15 AM

Oh no. I am so very sorry.

agnes! · 09-27-2009, 12:27 AM

And I am very sorry for the loss of your beloved dog. Our pets creep in on their four paws and find a way into our hearts, don't they...

agnes!

Luv2Scrap · 09-27-2009, 01:04 AM

I'm so sorry for all of you! Many years ago, I had an experience with a complication as well, although not as bad as yours. I'm sorry to have to tell you, it will stay with you and your husband always. When a person witnesses something that traumatizing, it changes who you are.

I too would not be paying that vet bill.

bumbershoot · 09-27-2009, 02:02 AM

I'm so sorry.

I too would not pay the bill.

WDWBarb · 09-27-2009, 07:07 AM

I had something similar happen with my cat. She was 18 years old and was in a very bad and unexpected situation where it was clear that she needed to be euthanized quickly. I don't know what happened, but the 10 minutes after she was given the shot were some of the worst of my life.

And the vet charged me nothing. He never even suggested it.

I am so sorry for the loss of your dog.

And there would be no way that I would pay them a nickel. I do understand that mistakes and accidents happen (as horrible as they can be), but that doesn't mean it should cost you (any more than it already has).

Dan Murphy · 09-27-2009, 07:21 AM

So sorry this day came for little Ginger, Liz. My best wishes for you, Laura and all your family.

s Ginger is there, at the bridge, enjoying herself, and waiting.

Rainbow Bridge

Just this side of heaven is a place called Rainbow Bridge.
When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to Rainbow Bridge.
There are meadows and hills for all of our special friends so they can run and play together.
There is plenty of food, water and sunshine, and our friends are warm and comfortable.
All the animals who had been ill and old are restored to health and vigor; those who were hurt or maimed are made whole and strong again, just as we remember them in our dreams of days and times gone by.
The animals are happy and content, except for one small thing; they each miss someone very special to them, who had to be left behind.
They all run and play together, but the day comes when one suddenly stops and looks into the distance. His bright eyes are intent; His eager body quivers.
Suddenly he begins to run from the group, flying over the green grass, his legs carrying him faster and faster.
You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet, you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted again. The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress the beloved head, and you look once more into the trusting eyes of your pet, so long gone from your life but never absent from your heart.

Then you cross Rainbow Bridge together....

Author unknown...

www.petloss.com

http://www.indigo.org/rainbowbridge_ver2.html

.

09-26-2009, 10:51 PM	#1
Liz Make a miracle! Be an organ donor! Eeyore brings out the mom in me Join Date: Aug 1999 Location: Too far from the magic Posts: 5,312	Lost our dog today - complications Our precious dog had to be put down today. She was just 9 years old but had cancer and was very ill. We knew it was the right thing to do but things didn't go as planned. I didn't go with my husband to the vet but he said there were complications. I didn't want to know any details but he came home so traumatized he told me what happened. The needle broke somehow, contents of the injection spilling all down my husband's leg. Instead of our baby passing quietly her last 30 seconds were spent squealing in pain. We kept this news from our daughter who hopefully won't come here and see this. The vet's office said we can come back Monday and pay them. I don't want to pay them at all. I never want to go back there again with our other fur babies. I know we could cope better with the loss if it hadn't ended this way. I don't even know how to make peace in my mind with the way things ended. Somehow we'll have to but we're devastated. __________________ My heart is in Fairport, NY!

09-26-2009, 10:57 PM	#3
mrsheppo Mom to 11 and still partially sane Isn't Heppo one of the Marx Brothers? Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Too far from WDW Posts: 3,024	So sorry for the loss of your beloved pet. __________________ Thanks Meriweather!

09-26-2009, 11:01 PM	#4
froggygrrrl DIS Veteran Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Chicagoland Posts: 855	Oh, I am so sorry to hear this. Your family and your poor suffering pet have my sympathy. Have you tried petloss.com? It is a great website for those of us who have recently lost a beloved pet. I know it can be hard to come to terms with a loss and it will take time. Try to take comfort in knowing that your dog is no longer in pain and is no longer suffering. Best wishes. __________________

09-26-2009, 11:05 PM	#5
MushyMushy Marseeya Here! Drama Magnet I only make exceptions for chocolate Mickey heads I'm a big pie freak I'll always laugh myself silly over the flag pole incident. Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: 938 miles from the Happiest Place on Earth Posts: 16,500	I am so sorry. What a horrible thing for your sweet dog (and husband) to go through. When you are feeling up to it, you or your husband should try to speak with maybe an officer manager or the vet directly. The office staff may not have known or might not have the authority to do anything about your bill. __________________

09-26-2009, 11:58 PM	#7
Vallie DIS Veteran Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: mississauga, ontario Posts: 1,180	i am so sorry for your loss __________________ ... click below for august 2009 TR ... click here for dining report i want a new ticker! thanks tinkgirl may 1999 : offsite : first trip with mom & sis \|\| december 2007 : offsite : new years trip with bff \|\| august 2009 : PoP century : free dining : with my prince charming (his first trip!)

09-26-2009, 10:57 PM	#2
Mojo_Magic Earning My Ears Join Date: Jul 2009 Posts: 15	I am sooo sorry for the loss of your beloved dog.

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09-26-2009, 11:56 PM	#6
TheBigBadWolf New Rule: The first person to reply on any thread needs to quote the OP. That way when someone does the delete of nevermind edit we know what was there. Straw hater! Join Date: Dec 2007 Posts: 687	I'm so sorry for your loss.

09-27-2009, 12:05 AM	#8
Serena Not afraid of canned biscuits Silly string is always fun I fell on ice and cracked my tailbone once Ask me what people will do for my cosmetics case! Join Date: Aug 1999 Location: Indiana Posts: 34,133	I am so sorry. __________________

09-27-2009, 12:15 AM	#9
agnes! sigh He had a yowl that could peel paper I would never joke around about making money My AI Loser Tag Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: South of Old Town Posts: 8,407	It'd be a cold day in hell before I'd pay them a thing. agnes! __________________ Happy Valentine's Day this spot still sacred to Those no longer here - you are not forgotten........... (also remembering all the pets who have owned me, including "James", "Sugar", "Gabriel" & "Nancy") This part of my signature is basically meaningless and I have no "BOOs" but I do have a seasonal smilie

09-27-2009, 12:15 AM	#10
lucas DIS Veteran Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Boca Raton, FL ~ 200 miles south of WDW Posts: 18,344	Oh no. I am so very sorry. __________________

09-27-2009, 12:27 AM	#11
agnes! sigh He had a yowl that could peel paper I would never joke around about making money My AI Loser Tag Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: South of Old Town Posts: 8,407	And I am very sorry for the loss of your beloved dog. Our pets creep in on their four paws and find a way into our hearts, don't they... agnes! __________________ Happy Valentine's Day this spot still sacred to Those no longer here - you are not forgotten........... (also remembering all the pets who have owned me, including "James", "Sugar", "Gabriel" & "Nancy") This part of my signature is basically meaningless and I have no "BOOs" but I do have a seasonal smilie

09-27-2009, 01:04 AM	#12
Luv2Scrap The only way is if you have the Gypsy Y'all are going to get me in so much trouble with my supervisor! The new baby was much more interactive Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Minnesota Posts: 1,416	I'm so sorry for all of you! Many years ago, I had an experience with a complication as well, although not as bad as yours. I'm sorry to have to tell you, it will stay with you and your husband always. When a person witnesses something that traumatizing, it changes who you are. I too would not be paying that vet bill. __________________ Jan '07 Pop (won in radio station contest) Sept '07 Pop for free dining Jan '09 Pop (DH finally came too)! Nov '09 Pop for free dining Next trip: Hoping for June 2011 with DVC!

09-27-2009, 02:02 AM	#13
bumbershoot DIS Veteran Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Tacoma WA Posts: 19,272	I'm so sorry. I too would not pay the bill. __________________ -molly 13 DLR trip reports of various kinds found through this link *prepretrip report for WDW*

09-27-2009, 07:07 AM	#14
WDWBarb It was, in fact, I who was sounding like a loose fan belt I need to put some distance between my coffee, my mouth and my monitor Join Date: Mar 2007 Posts: 1,989	I had something similar happen with my cat. She was 18 years old and was in a very bad and unexpected situation where it was clear that she needed to be euthanized quickly. I don't know what happened, but the 10 minutes after she was given the shot were some of the worst of my life. And the vet charged me nothing. He never even suggested it. I am so sorry for the loss of your dog. And there would be no way that I would pay them a nickel. I do understand that mistakes and accidents happen (as horrible as they can be), but that doesn't mean it should cost you (any more than it already has).

09-27-2009, 07:21 AM	#15
Dan Murphy We are family. Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: Chicago area, IL Posts: 68,481	So sorry this day came for little Ginger, Liz. My best wishes for you, Laura and all your family. s Ginger is there, at the bridge, enjoying herself, and waiting. Rainbow Bridge Just this side of heaven is a place called Rainbow Bridge. When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to Rainbow Bridge. There are meadows and hills for all of our special friends so they can run and play together. There is plenty of food, water and sunshine, and our friends are warm and comfortable. All the animals who had been ill and old are restored to health and vigor; those who were hurt or maimed are made whole and strong again, just as we remember them in our dreams of days and times gone by. The animals are happy and content, except for one small thing; they each miss someone very special to them, who had to be left behind. They all run and play together, but the day comes when one suddenly stops and looks into the distance. His bright eyes are intent; His eager body quivers. Suddenly he begins to run from the group, flying over the green grass, his legs carrying him faster and faster. You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet, you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted again. The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress the beloved head, and you look once more into the trusting eyes of your pet, so long gone from your life but never absent from your heart. Then you cross Rainbow Bridge together.... Author unknown... www.petloss.com http://www.indigo.org/rainbowbridge_ver2.html . __________________ *Dan-'Let's Celebrate the Future Hand in Hand'--We are Family* Why she runs..... Random acts of kindness, no matter how small, are never really lost. They live forever in the hearts of those who are fortunate enough to be on the receiving end of them---------Lady M *Link to picture threads, many pictures ///Are You a DIS Oldtimer (or New)? ///LOTS of Resort Photos* dmurphydis@sbcglobal.net

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