Pet
Anonymous8 d
Dog17 yo17 years old
Arthritis.Nighttime pacing and difficulty settlingProgressive mobility decline with balance issues and stumblingSubtle but worsening signs of discomfort likely related to arthritisMostly bad days despite stable appetite and basic functionscan barely hearcan barely seesleeping a lot during the daypacing at nightyounger dogs are less tolerant toward MateoLosing balance
Mateo has significantly lost quality of life.
This slow progression is agonizing. Other dogs I've had to make the decision to euthanize were clearly in pain. I want to make the right decision for Mateo. He still clearly loves to come in for cuddling. How do I know when is the right time? How is this affecting my 3 and 5 year old dogs who have lost tolerance. This is new, which makes me think Mateo's disabilities are more noticeable to them versus me.