My dog has organ failure. When should I consider euthanasia?

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How long would a 11 yr Jack Russell with stage 3-4 renal failure and the onset of pancreas and liver failure live? We are putting her down but do we have another day? Or should it be done immediately. Pet's info: Dog | Jack Russell Terrier | Female | spayed | 11 years and 7 months old | 38 lbs

Lindsey Edwards MVB, BSc, IVCA · Accepted Answer

This depends on her level of discomfort and distress. If she is weak and gas persistent vomiting or nausea you should consider letting her go as soon as possible. If she is alert and mobile and able to drink and keep water down, a day or so should not cause additional suffering

My dog has organ failure. When should I consider euthanasia?

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