After consultation with our vet and the orthopaedic surgeon, it was discovered that our little boy Spencer had an inoperable spinal fracture with dislocation at L4/L5. His chances of walking again and having any quality of life, even after surgery, were slight. The only thing keeping him comfortable was the Morphine infusion, so we took the advice of Spencer's doctors, and let him go...
Requiescat In Pace
Spencer Lord Cowell"The choice was his, and his completely,
He could have anything he desired.
He could burn with the splendour of the brightest star,
or else he could choose time...
And how he lived, how he shone,But how soon the light was gone."
always the saddest of days, He was a handsome lad.
ReplyDeleteI`m so sorry for you. I just discovered your site, because of the little picture of your pretty beagle.
ReplyDeleteI`ve got one too and I can`t imagine the day he will leave our family.
Best wishes to you from the south of Germany, Beate
This is such sad news for you all. Willoughby must be pining badly. You were kind to end Spencer's suffering.
ReplyDeleteSo sad :o(
Angex
How very sad to have lost your precious Spencer. My heart goes out to all of you. Leigh
ReplyDeleteMy sympathy at your loss. Reggie
ReplyDeleteTHAT IS SO SAD! THE VERY THING HAPPENED TO ME WITH ONE OF MY ENGLISH WHIPPETS,THE DRIVER DID NOT STOP AND MY POOR LUWELLYN HAD TO BE PUT DOWN WITH THE SAME INJURY YOUR DOG HAD! I HATE THAT THEY DONT EVEN CARE ENOUGH TO STOP!
ReplyDeleteI am so sorry to hear about your loss :-( You did the right thing and you have my condolences.
ReplyDeleteA short life filled with much sweetness & love. Thinking of you David & Peter at such a heart-breaking time. Rest easy dear Spencer.
ReplyDeleteMillie ^_^
I am so sorry. He looks like he was a character.
ReplyDeletemy sypmathies.
Thank you to everyone who has written to express their sympathy at this time.
ReplyDeleteDue to a blogger error, most of your comments have vanished into the ether over the last 24 hours, but we have had a chance to read them and appreciate all your support.
Thank you, David and Peter.
Really sorry for you! How awful to end like that. Animals give so much, but you will also have been such a wonderful home for him-that is about the best that can be said.
ReplyDeleteLost two cats last year and the only comfort is that you have done your best.
Best Wishes
Robert
So very sorry for your loss...praying comfort for your hearts, Willoughby's also... you did a very brave thing.
ReplyDeleteBest,
Jessica
A sad loss. His place in your hearts cannot be mended but the heart does grow for new loves.
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing your joy & love of Spencer.
Garden & Be well, XO Tara