Today we are putting our boy Leroy to sleep.

[YellowRubberDuckie]

This is our boy Leroy. He is a 15 year old cocker spaniel. He's been sick and not eating. They put him on fluids and he ate some, so he got to come home from the hospital. Since he's been home, he hasn't been keeping anything down and has been doing nothing but pooping and sleeping. That is no life for a dog. He's not even frisky when he goes outside, so I know he's trying to tell us it's OK to let him go. It's time. So, we're waiting for the vet to call us to meet us at the clinic.
Good Bye, ol' boy. You've been a very good boy. Now it's time to go. I will never forget you and your crazy kisses...

[fizzgig]

1. rest easy, leroy

i'm sorry for the lost of your friend, ducky :hug:

[LucySky]

2. YellowRubberDucky

I am so very sorry.

Leroy looks like a good old boy, and I can tell by your words that you gave him a very good life.

It also sounds like you are a caring and responsible pet owner.

Safe passage to Leroy, and peace to you. You will keep him safe in your heart always.

[livetohike]

3. The love and companionship of an older pet.......the lifelong

memories of good times and laughs about the crazy stuff they have done. May you and your family keep these memories close and a peaceful passage to Leroy....what a sweet face :hug:.

[Heidi]

4. Safe passage, sweet Leroy.

RubberDuckie, I so much empathize with you. Our Wiley and Excellent Boy Cat Named Ginger will be 11 years old on Mother's Day, and has a tumor growing again in his chest (vet removed it once when he was three years old, but now says that because of Ginger's age and the likelihood that a biopsy could spread it, won't touch it). Gingi is scheduled for a full anesthesia for teeth cleaning on Feb. 3 (when I'll be in Geneva for business, so this is all on Däne and Ginger), so I'm a little panicked and your boy's story touches my heart.

Your sweet Leroy passed on knowing he was profoundly loved, and I hope that when it's (eventually) Ginger's time, he'll cross over with the same full belly and full heart.

Remember forever Leroy's crazy kisses. He's waiting out there for you somewhere in the Great Beyond, remembering how much you loved him and laughing about your crazy human kisses. :hug: :loveya:

[YellowRubberDuckie]

11. I had to hold him for the vet....

And he gave me kisses on my nose like he always did like he was saying, "It's OK, Mommy." And then he was gone.

[Curmudgeoness]

17. So sad, I am so sorry for you.

And it is always the right thing to do to hold them at that time. Hard to do, but the right thing. Glad you got kisses at the end.

:cry: :hug:

[KatyaR]

5. I'm so sorry, Duckie, what a sweet, beautiful face.

These days, it seems the only ray of light in the world comes from our pets. :cry:

Big hug... :hug:

[Pool Hall Ace]

6. Safe passage to Leroy

and hugs for you, Duckie. :hug:

I don't believe there is anything that compares to the love of a pet.

:cry:

[lovemydog]

7. You gave him a great life

I had to do this with mine, a beautiful aussie shephard heeler mix, last year. She's always in my heart.

[blogslut]

8. Goodbye fella

May the next place be nothing but sunbeams and sweet grass.

[stuntcat]

9. unforgettable Leroy

What a special guy, just remember him forever :loveya: :hug: He was so incredibly lucky to live with someone who respects him.

[driver8]

10. Safe travels, Sweet boy...

He looks like a real sweetheart. It is never easy to say goodbye to such special members of the family.

[sarge43]

12. Peaceful passage Leroy.

Good dog.

:hug:Duckie

[old mark]

13. The hardest thing to do, but the only right thing to do.Good boy, Leroy...nt

[theNotoriousP.I.G.]

14. I'm so sorry

Goodbye Leroy and may all the joy you brought into your human family's life be rewarded once you reach the rainbow bridge. :hug:

[Callalily]

15. Oh how truly sad!

But as you already know, Leroy knows that you have done the best for him.

:hug:

[Rhiannon12866]

16. Oh, I am so very sorry, my friend!

What a sweet pup and I am so sorry that you're facing this today. I've been there, as well, and it never gets any easier. To have to say goodbye to a beloved friend is truly the worst. In many ways, losing a pet is tougher than losing a person because your pet is always there. And yours looks like such a sweet dog, love those ears. I grew up with a cocker and have had four in my life. They are just the best. I lost my beloved Barney at age 18, also a cocker and the best dog I will ever know, and miss him still. Know that you're in my thoughts and that I really do understand. ;(

Rhiannon :hug:

[EFerrari]

18. I'm so sorry.

:hug:

[kimi]

19. Ah, what a wise and noble face!

I'm so very sorry. It hurts so much when this happens, and I feel for you and your family.

Safe passage, Leroy. You've crossed that Rainbow Bridge, and will be at peace and play till your family comes home (a long time from now, but you'll have many adventures before that time.)

Peace.

[nolabear]

20. Rest well, Leroy. I'll bet you were a good, good dog.

[one_voice]

21. Safe and peaceful passage...

to Leroy.

I'm sorry for your loss, it's always so hard to lose a pet, they are part of our family. Peace to you and yours. :hug:

[burrfoot]

22. Safe passage,

Leroy. YRD, I'm sure that was one of the hardest things to go through, but there's no question that you did the right thing. Eased into peacefulness, all of you were.

[emilyg]

23. Safe journey Leroy.

[applegrove]

24. vibes

[Odin2005]

25. I'm so sorry!

:(

[hamsterjill]

26. I'm so sorry.

It's hard to lose a good friend. I wish you peace, warmth and comfort.

[xchrom]

27. may Peace be with you and yours through this difficult time.

the loving and constant friendship of a dog -- is very hard thing to part with.

[a kennedy]

28. So sad to let them go....

he'll be so happy in do heaven though. :hug:

[raccoon]

29. I am sorry.... :hug: You are doing the kindest thing you can for him. nt

[guitar man]

30. So sorry to hear this

When we went through this with Birdie back in August it was the hardest thing, but it was the right thing to do. Peace be with you and yours :hug:

[woo me with science]

31. What a handsome dog.

That face, and those eyes...It is easy to see that he was a true friend.

I am glad you had each other, and I am so very sorry.

[Brigid]

32. RIP, Leroy.

Safe passage across the Rainbow Bridge. My kitties Hamlet and Ophelia and my mother's Yorkie Rosie will be there to greet you.

[Presidentcokedupfratboy]

33. I'm so sorry

I had to put my cats down and it just hurts no matter what.

I hope Leroy finds peace.