Thank You, Sweet Suzy Options

[John P]

Suzy was a wonderful Jack Russel-Chihuahua mix. She was with us for over 15 years, and we think she was over 20 years old. In her youth, she was very energetic. The past few years brought several age-related problems, bad vision, deafness, arthritis, and nystigmus, which we thought was a stroke. A few years ago we thought she wouldn't survive much longer, but thanks to luck and good vet care, she soldiered on till today. My wife and I have known for some months now that we'd have to "make a decision," yet we'd hoped she'd go peacefully in the night. Her Jack Russel energy kept her going and going, and it was heartbreaking to see her stagger around the house on legs that barely worked. We agonized over what to do and postponed the inevitable, but today we decided it was enough. After losing our sweet cat Buddy last May and Gracie the dog in June rather quickly, having our baby so very long and having years to prepare didn't make the day much easier. If you love them, it's always hard. Suzy, rest in peace and thank you for so many good years!

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[John P]

DannysMom and Moon Beam, thanks again for your kind thoughts. Our home lives revolve around the furkids, and the more they need us, the more we're willing to do for their comfort, health and happiness. My wife has two daughters and through them we have 3 grandkids. That plus work and other endeavors keep us busy. But the animals, they eat with us, sleep with us, watch the news with us. We've gone through these good-byes many times though each seems like the first. Sounds like a worn out cliche but they're all so wonderfully unique in their personalities. Losing them is so tough.

Though we are dealing with Suzy's departure, we also frequently think of Buddy. We didn't realize what a gamble he was. We'd gotten him healthy and strong and getting along with the other cats when his health took a bad turn -- unexpected for such a young fellow. But looking back I don't think we'd do it any other way... just do the best you can.