Comments on Martigyrls Thoughts on Clay Aiken....: I Can't Put Daisy Down

Dear Marti, I meant to answer this the first time ...

2008-08-05T15:20:00.000-07:00

Dear Marti,
I meant to answer this the first time I read it. So sorry I got sidetracked.
I don't know if your Daisy is still with you or not. I do know God would not consider it a sin if you released her from this life because of the pain. There is no right or wrong answer, only the answer that would bring peace to both of you... whatever your heart tells you that is.
I'm so sorry you're going through this, my friend. I love you.
Dee

I'm sure the daily ritual of washing out her eyes ...

2008-07-28T18:58:00.000-07:00

I'm sure the daily ritual of washing out her eyes does make you hurt inside, that you think you're bad for aflicting pain. But is she ok otherwise, in spite of her blindness/deafness? Does she feel comfort/happiness within your arms when the chore is done and you are sitting together afterwards?

I have a small dog too. We have a close bond. When he hurts, he is like my child. If he was suffering all the time, I think I would make that decision to put him down if pain was 24/7. I don't think our Lord would strike you down for easing her pain.

On the other hand, just because a dog is blind/deaf doesn't make them any less for being? Does this make sense? I would ensure my dog is kept comfortable and safe during the time I was out of the house, perhaps having a radio playing nearby or a recording of my voice.

Something to soothe jitters while its left alone, until I could be with her. I'm quite sure your dog is aware when you clean her eyes, it's for her benefit. I'm sure she hears it in your voice that you love Daisy very much.

It's a troubling question and only you can determine what's best overall because you LIVE through this situation. I'll pray for a resolution to come from above. And if you determine she's ok for a little while longer on earth, I'm sure its a good decision. God bless you. I'm very happy I stopped by to take a better look at your page. I admire anyone who cares in the way that you do. You're a very special person.

Marti, I am so sorry about your little Daisy, she ...

2008-07-24T19:26:00.000-07:00

Marti, I am so sorry about your little Daisy, she is a beautiful dog. I don't have an answer for you about whether or not to put her down, that is so hard. You mentioned that she just stands and waits for you to pick her up, have you tried keeping her in a really small space when you are gone so she doesn't feel overwhelmed by the big space around her? It might help. I will say a prayer for you and Daisy.