My old dog is sick with liver failure. Is putting her to sleep best?

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My mom and I have an 11.5 year old beagle, Cumbia. Signs of ageing have been showing up significantly in the last year and her vet diagnosed her this week with low/nule count of platelets and liver failure. She still has appetite and enjoys barking at strangers like always with the other two dogs in the house, but she has trouble getting up sometimes or she falls. Her vet said treatment is not worthwhile since she is very old. Is putting her to sleep the right decision? Can she improve? Pet's info: Dog | Beagle | Female | unspayed | 11 years and 8 months old | 25 lbs

Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS · Accepted Answer

I'm sorry Cumbia isn't doing well. Yes, it may be that putting her to sleep is best for her. Unfortunately dogs do reach a point where treatment won't help, and her vet may advise you that this is the best option for her. It's not easy at all, and I'm sorry you are facing this decision.

My old dog is sick with liver failure. Is putting her to sleep best?

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