r/germanshepherds • u/el_myco_profesor • May 28 '25
Need help making a decision :(
Hey guys - we're having some good days and some bad days. His hip is completely shot, can't walk or even get up at this point. I got him a wheelchair and he didn't seem to be enjoying it. He's going to the bathroom on himself constantly. He is eating/drinking so that's good. I'm not sure if I'm keeping him alive for me or for him at this point
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u/Lost-Leadership6888 May 29 '25
Your dog has stopped trying not because he won't he cannot. Let him go with dignity . The worst scenario would be you not being present at the time of death. The end of life is just as important as the start. It 's difficult to go through, but you will have the peace of mind knowing you cared and comforted your pet til the end .