My senior Maltese is struggling. When is it time to say goodbye?

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What is best way to handle our female Maltese nearing end of life She will be 15 years old in 2 months has gotten almost skin & bones does not eat alot and has frequent accidents. What should we do Put her down? Pet's info: Dog | Maltese | Female | spayed | 14 years and 10 months old | 9 lbs

Lindsey Edwards MVB, BSc, IVCA · Accepted Answer

Well done on broaching this subject for Bella - it does sound like this is a decision which will need to be made in the coming days, weeks or months. You should speak to your primary vet about options available - do they have quieter appointment times for such visits or is there a local house call service available? You can also discuss cremation options and keepsakes to remember her by also. I have attached a link for you and your family to work through to help approach this difficult time https://vet.osu.edu/vmc/sites/default/files/import/assets/pdf/hospital/companionAnimals/HonoringtheBond/HowDoIKnowWhen.pdf

My senior Maltese is struggling. When is it time to say goodbye?

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