My dog has cancer and is suffering but he is my only friend – what should I do?
DEAR DEIDRE: I AM having to take my beloved dog to the vet to be put to sleep.
He has been struggling to walk and even stand recently.
I took him to the vet and it was found he has bone cancer. I am inconsolable.
I have had him since he was a puppy and he is my only true friend.
I am a single man aged 36.
He is only eight but I cannot let him suffer like this. I don’t know how I will cope.
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I was heartbroken when I had to take our beloved family dog to be put to sleep but the vet handled it very tactfully, it was a peaceful process and our dog passed very calmly.
As you say, you will be releasing him from suffering but your grief will be deep and real.
Please find understanding support through the Blue Cross Pet Bereavement Service (, 0800 096 6606).
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