Thanks, it was a long day.
Our little guy will be 15 in April. He’s in no pain, just slowing down and sleeping more. Somewhat deaf. No more crate at night, he started having a lot of anxiety and kept scratching through the night to get let out. So he has the run of the house as long as he has control of his bodily functions. Getting meds for about a month for canine cognitive disorder. He had his days and nights mixed up and the meds have helped a lot. Plus he is more engaged and “with it” playing with his toys, etc. I have had his grave dug and ready for 2 years now in case he goes in the winter. Going to put him next to Sadie our 19 year old cat who raised the dog like his momma. They were best buds. We love our pets and take care of them as long as we can and then the best way to take care of them is to help them go, ending their fear and pain.