[Patty55]

Originally Posted by Barefoot

It is a lousy time for you. If it's any consolation to you, please know that your TOTV family of fellow dog lovers is wishing you well during this tough time. Most of us have been through painful challenges with our pets. We do understand and hold you in our hearts.

When I had to have my 70 lb dog, Brutus, euthanized in 2010, I used a Mobile Vet, Angel Smith, 352-470-9537. Brutus was suffering with a brain tumor. I had to end his life, and my husband was working in Canada. I just couldn't emotionally handle taking him to a Vet's office. Angel was very compassionate and came to my home. I was able to lie on the floor and hold Brutus in my arms as he passed over.

I just started using Dr. Angel Smith, Duffy'smom spoke so highly of her that I called her. My little girl is already 13, hopefully she has a few more good years but Dr. Smith and I already had "the talk".

When my other dog passed the vet I was using didn't believe in tranqing them before euthanizing, said it was "difficult". I was kind of new here and ready to start shopping for a new vet. As it turned out I didn't need to, he passed at home with me on the floor.

It's always hard, but I think it's even harder being away from professionals that you know. If I had been in NY when it happened I don't think I would have cremated him, but to me this place feels temporary.