Lost my girl on Friday, when my parents had to put her down. She's 16 years old and about 4 months ago, we were told she had severe arthritis on her spine due to her age. We gave her medicine and pain killer and also some glucosamine on the side and she seemed to improve a lot. Prior to bringing her to the vet the first time, she wasn't interested in walking anymore and her back right paw would land on its top, instead of the sole like it normally should. The medicine and glucosamine however really seemed to turn things around.
On Friday, she started yelping and barking (she never barks) violently and chewed up the inside of her mouth, probably due to the pain she suddenly felt and both her back legs stopped functioning. My parents took her to the vet and they made the tough call.
I couldn't be there to say goodbye because I was stuck in a meeting at work. I'm glad I got to see her the Monday before when I went over to pay her and my parents a visit.
Yuki lived a great life and was loved so much by us. It's hit me hard as I've never lost a pet before. My parents are absolutely devastated.
