Rob D Posted April 18, 2015 Share Posted April 18, 2015 (edited) My dog, Charlie, started having trouble breathing two nights ago. I noticed he was taking quick short breaths and seemed to be exhausted easily. Luckily, my home town is also home to a Vet school with a teaching hospital. I took Charlie in to the ER and they confirmed he was out of breath and put him on oxygen. His x-rays showed some kind of cloudiness in his lungs. The doctors weren't sure whether it was cancer or some kind of infection. Early this morning the vet called to let me know that Charlie was getting tired from having to struggle for every breath. The vet was worried he would stop breathing before the end of the night and asked if I wanted to have him put on a ventilator. He explained that most pets who are put on ventilators don't recover and are very prone to infections. I turned down the ventilator and went up to the vet hospital to check on Charlie myself. He was struggling to breath but was still happy to see me. The vet said if he could make it through the next day it might give the meds a chance to work so his lungs could improve. At about 5AM they called me to let me know he was losing consciousness. His heart stopped about two minutes before I arrived. My dad helped me dig him a grave under a big pecan tree in my parents' back yard. I know losing pets is part of owning pets, but Charlie was my first pet of any kind and I didn't get him until I was 22. He was my best friend and constant companion for almost 8 years. He was a great dog, and I'll miss him. Edited April 18, 2015 by Rob D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve RA Posted April 18, 2015 Share Posted April 18, 2015 Sorry to hear that, it's always bad when you lose a pet after having it for a long time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted April 18, 2015 Share Posted April 18, 2015 Sorry about your loss. Being able to love and be loved by an animal unconditionally is a blessing, and it sounds like you were very blessed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimmyZip Posted April 18, 2015 Share Posted April 18, 2015 Charlie was definitely blessed to have had you for his companion. The fact that you paid homage to him here means a lot. I am one of those that believes that our pets have some sort of soul. I hope one time in the here after that we get to spend more time with those that we loved. Pets included. Sorry for your loss, it may be less painful as time goes on, but you will always miss that little guy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Youngeyes Posted April 18, 2015 Share Posted April 18, 2015 Always tough to lose a 4 footed member of the family. My condolences. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EEH Posted April 18, 2015 Share Posted April 18, 2015 You still have all the great memories .. I know it not the same,but try to fill the big hole in your heart with them.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theKenny Posted April 18, 2015 Share Posted April 18, 2015 Sorry for your loss OP. I've had to say goodbye to 3 dogs and a few cats over the years. It's difficult when they go. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Youngeyes Posted April 18, 2015 Share Posted April 18, 2015 Moved to Last Shot Fired Forum. More appropriate memorial for Charlie. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ultimo-Hombre Posted April 18, 2015 Share Posted April 18, 2015 That sucks amigo.. Condolences... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mike cyrwus Posted April 18, 2015 Share Posted April 18, 2015 sorry man. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scottinohio Posted April 18, 2015 Share Posted April 18, 2015 My condolences,I know it is tough,. Rest in peace Charlie. As soon as your able try to get a pup,it will help a lot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blue edge Posted April 18, 2015 Share Posted April 18, 2015 They are family,sorry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CZinSC Posted April 18, 2015 Share Posted April 18, 2015 My condolences. We had to put our Heidi to sleep in February after a long battle with canine insolinoma. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nugget Posted April 18, 2015 Share Posted April 18, 2015 Charlie was lucky to have a great life with someone who really loved him. They pack a lot in the few years we have them on earth. Maybe that's how they can stay in the moment so well. I'm sure we will see our furry four legged family in the next life. God bless. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
morpheus Posted April 18, 2015 Share Posted April 18, 2015 RIP Charlie [emoji22] [emoji22] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
safeactionjackson Posted April 18, 2015 Share Posted April 18, 2015 RIP! Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TaranTactical Posted April 19, 2015 Share Posted April 19, 2015 Hey man, sorry to hear about your loss. We have an office cat here that we're super attached to, so we'll give him a tight snuggle when he gets off boxes of basepads. Dogs are people too, so our thoughts and prayers and with you and your family. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
technetium-99m Posted April 19, 2015 Share Posted April 19, 2015 I'm so sorry Robbie. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rottenit Posted April 19, 2015 Share Posted April 19, 2015 Sorry for your loss Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
outerlimits Posted April 19, 2015 Share Posted April 19, 2015 Cried reading ypur post. BTDT. Sorry for your loss Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikethor Posted April 19, 2015 Share Posted April 19, 2015 Sorry for your loss. Charlie was lucky to have someone who cared for him like did. They are damned special creatures! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neomet Posted April 19, 2015 Share Posted April 19, 2015 Sorry for your loss. Happy that you had such a cherished friend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zoomy Posted April 19, 2015 Share Posted April 19, 2015 Very sorry for your loss. We all love our fury family members and the pain of loss is testament to the love and happiness they bring to our lives. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kevinj308 Posted April 19, 2015 Share Posted April 19, 2015 I'm so sorry for your loss. They are definitely family and friend. RIP Charlie. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Donald Posted April 19, 2015 Share Posted April 19, 2015 I'm so sorry, lost my Regis 3 years ago, I still miss him. He looked just about like Charlie. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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