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Rocky

Started by howard · 7 months ago

with eyes to the floor
and looking unlike himself,
the dog’s in poor health. ... Continue reading »

7 comments

  • Anthony

    7 months ago

    And when we realize that our pets depend on us, it further cements that bond between us. My aging cat has his day-to-day moods and we've been together long enough that I can tell when he doesn't want to be bothered - which is more now than before.
    I think they know somehow that we're here for them.
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  • howard

    7 months ago

    But it's still frustrating when you can't seem to do anything to buoy their spirits or energy.
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  • Heather

    7 months ago

    Been there - and it is sooooo hard. My prayers are with you both.
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  • howard

    7 months ago

    Thanks Heather, though the news so far isn't great.
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  • Heather

    7 months ago

    I am so sorry.
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  • Anthony

    7 months ago

    It is frustrating.
    My 17-year old cat is in the early stages of kidney failure. The positive I take out of it is a greater appreciation of our time together and knowing what will ultimately do the little guy in.
    On the other hand, I will have the grim decision to make on when he crosses the line between living and existing, and when I can no longer bear to see his discomfort, much as he may try to deal with it.

    The burden of responsibility.
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  • Qazse

    6 months ago

    oh my faithful friend
    you took the greater risk
    not knowing the end
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