My best and most loyal friend is dying ......

[lemondropkid1]

Like everyone else has said, he will let you know. And no, it isn't cruel to hold on if life is comfortable from his perspective.

I truly feel your pain, as I just went through this 2 weeks ago with one of my dogs. He ruptured a disk, it compressed his spinal cord, and he was paralyzed when I found him. He and I both knew it was the end. It was the hardest thing to do, but at the same time the easiest.

My thoughts and sympathies are with you in this difficult time.

[Suffolk Shippers]

It sounds to me that Shadow has been a loyal solider for you over the years. I'd think of it this way, he's been there for you and yours all these years and he needs you guys now more than ever.

That's the best you can do for him for all his years of getting you through day by day, and I trust he will tell you when he has had enough. Savior the days and cherish the memories which will last forever.