My senior dog is very sick and weak. When should I put him down?

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My dog is getting old and has been vomiting a lot for the past week. At thsi point he vomits more than he eats. He can barely pick himself off of the floor and nearly falls down stairs. Is it time to put him down? Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Male | neutered | 13 years old

Laura Johnson VMD · Accepted Answer

Hi, thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Poor Spyke! I think Spyke is very sick. Only you can decide if you want to have him examined, blood work and X-rays done to find out WHY his sick before you decide to put him down. 13 years old is a good long life. If he isn't eating and is vomiting so much he can barely get up and is falling down that is not a good quality of life. If you can not do testing or do not want to put him through a lot then it sounds like it might be time. I am very sorry and I wish you all the very best!

My senior dog is very sick and weak. When should I put him down?

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