Either way though, you should feel bad for what you did. I just felt so bad that she was so bored at my place and alone when I had to work. If you want to be better. I feel like weve let him down, and we didnt fully appreciate how stressful this situation may have been for him. He used to love it. My first pet snow a beautiful white cat my friend gave me. You are going to save that dog from euthanasia. It wasn't your fault. When I saw the collar and leash lying there on the ground and my dog nowhere to be seen, my heart dropped instantly. My mom took in a baby bird that was removed from her nest because some people chopped down the tree she was in. I felt awful. My husband was driving across our land with Oso running ahead like usual. I guess what I'm trying to say is that I got a very, very small glimpse of what you must be going through atm and that small glimpse was enough to really, really scare me. I time to time visited him and gave some water using syringe. NOT BUYING ONE. The vet says its not my fault and she has underlying issues. will she able to survive? Not long after she appeared to regain respiratory function, retrospectively I do not believe the respirations were adequate given her outcome but at the time I saw the chest rise and was hopeful. You can never be too careful with our sweet pets. Although the specific reason for feelings of guilt differ from person to person, almost everyone feels some guilt after the death of a pet. Lameness. She saw the vet every year. How are you doing and how can you help us with advice. He died slowly over about 15 minutes. I believed her because she had two rabbits growing up. He slowly, slowly went into the house and into our backyard. I opened the bag just a little, and my heart sank. Because I took him out. In dogs, orally ingested NSAIDs are rapidly . My axolotl (type of salamander) died earlier today and it was my fault. He was a member of the family; we'd had him since he was a puppy and he never spent a moment without us - from the moment he woke up till we slept, he was by our side. My cat Florio died in my arms this morning of cancer. No sane person would do this. She was going deaf and could have been already lying on the driveway. (I'm assuming a lot here, please correct me if I'm wrong). When I got out of the car, Bella ran up to me. More selfish people would skip over this dog for a happy go lucky pet, but not you. I believe I am the worst of all of these. She was so healthy and full of life, and theyd given her a thorough check-over two weeks before. Sensitivity to the drug can also be seen in dogs or puppies that have . Yesterday morning I heard him struggling and struggling to scratch through his cage and I just tried to ignore him even though I still felt really bad. We couldnt get him into his normal kennels, and so had to book him in to a new one it had been recommended by another kennel and great reviews. I wanted to end her suffering. They may also feeling the loss of my other cat. How do we get through this? Im so sorry you had to go that way. Not understanding why this is happening to him. This was no issue for me. I assumed that he would be better after sometime and decided to give him sometime to recover from his problem. Some time later I found out If only I could have went downstairs I could have gotten hold of him. so im writing this post because i accidentally killed my dog out of anger. I feel like I was neglectful of her and took her for granted. 4. It was sunday , afternoon , I have 5 dogs , Im stupid. Well I did that for months but then a lot of stuff happened in between time and I slacked on and off. I left it for the night and she seemed better the next day. He fell down or he jumped I dont remember correctly. If the person lives in the same county as you, then you will sue in your county court. Realizing shes fine here and there without food and water. Noone would take them. I put him in a box and took him home. K thought of going a floor downstairs but I was afraid if I looked away he might fall. I knew she was experiencing something very painful and neurological. I do love her. Answer (1 of 6): First, I am sorry. My 7 month kitten died because of me. Everything about Cats and Dogs. In my grief over the very recent, traumatic loss of my cat, and the love I have for all animals, I find the comments too triggering to read. I gave authorisation for her to be put to sleep. We have spent a lot of money so far trying to heal him but he might have problems for life . When we met I had 3 dogs, all rescues. I am here today because my sweet kitten Zoe died today. Ozgur . Most laws specifically discuss dog bites and animal cruelty, but few outline clear remedies available to pet owners who suffer a loss. I did a similar thing when I was learning to drive. Over the years we really did not have to deal with death. Did he wonder where we were, why we didnt look for him more? When I was younger my dog had gotten out without me knowing and followed me to a friends house. But also, the sitter said she was still warm when they found her so it was likely that morning and not during the night. The integration went well. Maybe that will sink in enough for you to realize the urgency with which you need serious help. Its all my fault. . I was eventually able to see how he was stuck. I dont think I will ever get over this. I wish. He had no cuts, no blood, nothing. TikTok video from Madison Shewbooks (@madisonshewbrookssss): "You killed him over something he didn't do. I only wish I could have done things differently and could be cuddling my girl instead of mourning for her and feeling this tremendous amount of guilt. Dreaming that this never happened and that wed still be together in 15-20 years. . It was the first time I used that medicine (drops) and I usually research a lot before giving anything to my dog. Its a fucked up confession but what therapist treats their patient by telling them how awfully they are? For a few weeks I tried to help her heal. And even though I had seen her do it, it somehow was getting in her way. I never saw her with that ununsteadiness, rapid breathing, or weakness. Why not give the family another chance to show another dog the same kind of love Kion received? Sleep tight. We aim to keep this a safe space. I finally got her when people helped get the pitbull off she died within minutes. Tr he vents, windows, a/c, doorif only I read the damn pamphlet! You want him to trust you, you have to trust him. I noticed weeks ago that he was not feeling well. I feel so guilty for not checking the machine first and knowing she suffered. Im seriously not going to buy the game if the dog dies. Talk about timings. We believed you were going to be here for a long time and that when my mom passed we would still have to take care of you. I love you so much! Collapsed, hyperventilating, tongue hanging out of her mouth, but with eyes open. - iKlsR. All i can think of is when I was a drunk I was abusive to him. Please just get help. To clarify the reason Im so worried about his sister dying of grief is because my grandmother had three cats. If you need someone to talk to, send me a message. I feel so guilty cause my cat died like I was cleaning my kitchen table and I tipped my table sideways cause theres bugs on it to get them off not realizing way later cat was there it fell again but on top part flat squished my cat didnt hear it make a sound than after lifting my table I saw it laying there I picked it up panicked took it to the room thought it wasnt to bad than it died a minute after feel bad cause it felt like my fault I just worry for myself and kids after this dont want nothing to happen to them feel like it will come back to me like god will punish me if anything I dont want my kids to suffer but let it be me they dont deserve to suffer but i feel like it should be me hurts me scares me I did a prayer smudged my place still feel uneasy bout the situation I know when I was 9 yrs old same sorta thing happened accidentally my cat got squished under my bed by jumping on it I cried so hard that time its traumatizing dont want any more pets now at all feel bad please lord forgive me hurts bad like seems every thing always goes bad for me my son recently got murdered too why me I just want all this suffering dying to end please. and I moved my outside chair closer to her who I let out of the cage already and bam- she got frightened and flew up a short tree. She said she put him under the covers while he was going through his episode but she said thats how he likes to sleep, Im thinking to myself if he was panting it he probably was hyperventilating and if the actual condition didnt kill him then maybe he suffocated under the blanket because I couldnt move even if he wanted to because his front legs were paralyzed. Likely brain damage. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. I cant live with myself in this severe pain. I had been watching him in the mirror, and then I didn't see him any more. And while my friend suffers a lonely and agonizing death due to my negligence, Im relaxing inside, too lazy to care. The vet recommended she stay overnight to be monitored after receiving insulin with the hope that would improve her unsteadiness. He was very attached and dependable cat compared to my other cats. I did not even think about having my cats teeth checked. We held each other. She had done well with this. This was nearing hour 3. It was *not* your fault - however much your heart may tell you otherwise. After dealing with so much sadness and heartache, we decided it was time for some light and went on the hunt for a new kitty. I had errands to run and I strapped my daughter into her car seat and pulled my vehicle out of the garage. Shes always crazing to come indoors after short spells outside. She was also terrified of the ground and I hadnt taught her enough to survive alone. I seriously know i will get hate for this but I have to tell a soul the truth about this because i will have to keep it away from my family for life. I could have tried cpr since theres a chance at 15 mins I could have gotten him to breathe again. There was nothing alarming although I noticed she was getting a little stiff in her legs and figured it was arthritis. my dog was dead. We named her Emie. But then she moved very slightly so we decided to take her to the emergency room. Severity of the poisoning also depends on how much the animal is exposed to, and dogs and cats (as well as some breeds of each) will react differently to consuming the chemical. How he cried for help when I couldnt do anything. a dead man walking. As Alan tried to rush through the revolving doors, his neck got caught in it, also getting the male worker stuck . Sleep tight. I would probably have killed myself, the pain is so bad. It was the 2 bars attached to it. She was refusing food yesterday and it was hard giving her medication properly. I told her I can easily observe her for improvement. This didnt happen. Had she been a good vet, more emphasis wouldve been put on potential disease processes and what I should look for. Finally out of desperation, my wife apologizes for her inability to take action and pleads with me to take the lead. We took her to the vet who said her lymph node was enlarged and look liked it had spread . i seriously need help. Im so sorry that I failed you. She needed an companion that she could cuddle alot. Two days later, I get a phone call from a man who saw my flyers. My dad buried him in our field. The day before she died she was very active and verbal, wanting even more affection than usual. The doc also said that it would be a very long and expensive road to try to get her well (including the severe wound on her face) and that even then her prognosis was considered guarded at best. The anger, guilt and sadness feels like it will consume me at times. Instead she was pumped with fluids with subsequent chf and arrest. The next day she seemed to be ok to me, i know that i needed to bring her to the vet but its too late the next morning i wake up and shes already lying on the edge of cage but still breathing i googled the contact number of the nearest 24 hours vet clinic from our house to rush her there but only to find out that the clinic was temporarily close due to this pandemic and the other nearest vet clinic in our house was not 24 hours and bringing you pet there is through having an appointment with them. Today, I want to shed some light on the problem and offer tips on preventing deaths. If only i brought her earlier to the vet earlier she wont die she died because of my dumbness. I usually replace his water and give him vitamin paste before I go to work too, but I didnt even do that. The guilt of having killed my dog who trusted me. i cant stop crying. We all make mistakes, gosh some huge, I mean posdible life altering mistakes. So I assumed that he would pass it because he has other times at the vet, all they give him is fluids and muscle relaxers so Im thinking he will be fine then, it was after hours and I wouldve had to take him out of town to emergency. Her cheery smirk's becoming more familiar to the other dogs prancing with her. I phoned another hospital 25 mins away, they could see her, but again, my hands were tied trying to save her. The Animal Legal Defense Fund is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. I knew something was wrong. ). Good luck. I'll never forget that. Maybe they would have cancelled the operation, given me the scolding I deserved, and sent me home to think about what Id almost done. Ive always said her and Mum are who I love the most. Whether it's long-standing baggage, happy thoughts, or recent trauma, posting it here may provide some relief. I knew he hated car rides because hed cry but I thought having more space and his toys and stuff to remind him from home hed be okay. Im wracked with guilt and regret and anger. We also knew he would eventually come around and even love our new family members. I love animals and couldnt ever bring myself to lay a hand on my dog for example, but this guy clearly has some problems and needs those solved as priority #1. They looked him over and said he was so sickly and he looked like death warmed over. I left to Zumba class to get distracted and get support didnt make it back home until the next day she was weak so immeditly I gave her Pedialyte she seem weak gave her amoxicillin then I decided to give her some wet food she didnt want to eat but I figured she need it food for her immuy system to fight her infection i forced fed her 2 syringes of wet dog food right away she went weak i rushed to the vet was there in 8 min right away the vet started working on her 15 min later she died the Vet told me that it was most likely she died because of me force feeding her that it went to her lungs. She was such a beautiful sweet little creature with the quirkiest personality. He must be hating me for giving him such death. While I was cooking, sleeping, sweeping, when im going to tje terrace he was always with me. I chose to sleep with her that night instead of my boyfriend. You didnt deserve to die like that, you were my moms companion during her cancer and now with all her after effects. I hope these tips help. He died because of him so fearfully. I intended to take her to the vet soon regarding the legs and for thyroid re-check since her appetite was increasing. I have 3 adult dogs and 2 pups , all yorkshires. Although the law varies depending on state and county, if someone has injured or killed your pet, you are entitled to compensation. The vet called and said we should consider putting him to sleep, but then called me back in 10 min and said nm hes fine he can go home. Nothing. Now, get over yourself! The officer tried pulling the seat.. Examples of NSAIDs include aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, and indomethacin. Yvonne in memory of Siamese cat Raiderette. i find it hard to talk to people and bond with anyone. He twitches his back to the side and cant make curves without losing balance. You should not get another animal as long as you aren't positive you have control of yourself. I am not being harsh but wanted you to know, move forward. She threw up blood everywhere. Blood started oozing out of his mouth. Her eyes were sunken into her skull. I don't know what else to say, but that time heals all wounds. Get help before you hurt somebody. He reminds me of his everything. I imagine him alone, cold, starving, and freezing to death. i feel like a soulless vessel. When I moved her onto my chest she started having violent spasms and flung herself off of me. PROUD mum Vicky Simpson smiled as she looked at the photo she'd just uploaded to Facebook of 18-year-old son Liam, all ready for his first ever night out. I accidentally killed my dog.