I think it’s the best plan once they reach their later years. We talked about it some time ago, and agreed that was what we were going to do. It was very hard, but imho, sparing them pain is the most loving thing to do. It’s clear that Ash is a happy girl, and that she feels secure and loved. You and your family gave her a wonderful home.
We’ve given Ash anything a dog could want (except unlimited pork fat ;-). for the last four years. We’ll be sorry to lose her, but she’s had a nice time here, even with the catz. Unlimited Affectionz at all hours. Pat massages her feet with petroleum jelly.