Who in your family does the dog belong to? That’s who makes the decision when to let them go. Part of owning one of these wonderful creatures is knowing you may someday have to make that decision.
He may be holding on for you. I agree with some of the other posters, bring in a younger dog, make sure it doesn’t bully the old guy, and he may just leave on his own or let you know he needs you to help him leave.
It is my son’s dog but he cannot have it in his home at this time. It is a country dog and son lives in city, no yard, and works 12 to 14 hours a day.
Son cannot face it.
Turns me into the monster that wants to kill his dog.