Maybe it's time to let her go

[RealisticBeauty]

I made a post about the large tumor on the dog. I noticed it about a week ago and it's looking pretty bad so my SO will take her to the vet in a few hours. I know people said if it's not bothering her then its probably best to leave her alone because she is so old but now shes biting and licking it all day long.. Shes almost 14 years old so what are the chances of them putting her down versus surgery? And if she does get it removed how bad will aftercare be? Do they have something like a recovery home for dogs?

[EarlGrayHot]

Well, that is YOUR decision not theirs. Make sure the vet understands you want to consider all your options! I would NEVER leave that up to the vet and I would always be there to see what the options were. It could be benign or there might be something you could do for treatment. What kind of dog is yours?

[QuantumNursing]

Oh Jesus.....

[QuantumNursing]

Well, that is YOUR decision not theirs. Make sure the vet understands you want to consider all your options! I would NEVER leave that up to the vet and I would always be there to see what the options were. It could be benign or there might be something you could do for treatment. What kind of dog is yours?

This OP is not known for empathy with this dog. She would be the one advocating for euthanasia.

[RealisticBeauty]

Well, that is YOUR decision not theirs. Make sure the vet understands you want to consider all your options! I would NEVER leave that up to the vet and I would always be there to see what the options were. It could be benign or there might be something you could do for treatment. What kind of dog is yours?

She's a rottweiler and I think it's time to let her go. I just need to get my SO on board with it. He hates getting rid of things even if they are falling apart.

[RealisticBeauty]

Well, that is YOUR decision not theirs. Make sure the vet understands you want to consider all your options! I would NEVER leave that up to the vet and I would always be there to see what the options were. It could be benign or there might be something you could do for treatment. What kind of dog is yours?

This OP is not known for empathy with this dog. She would be the one advocating for euthanasia.

I think the dog had a full life. Her health issues are becoming too much.

[Anonymous 1]

It's probably just a fatty tumor, but I'll bet the thought of her being put to sleep makes you all giddy inside.

[RealisticBeauty]

It's probably just a fatty tumor, but I'll bet the thought of her being put to sleep makes you all giddy inside.

Nope I'm not evil. That's some fucked up shit to say.

[MonarchMom]

Well, that is YOUR decision not theirs. Make sure the vet understands you want to consider all your options! I would NEVER leave that up to the vet and I would always be there to see what the options were. It could be benign or there might be something you could do for treatment. What kind of dog is yours?

She's a rottweiler and I think it's time to let her go. I just need to get my SO on board with it. He hates getting rid of things even if they are falling apart.

Not sure if you meant to imply the dog is a "thing" that is "falling apart" .... He has had this dog for 14 years, and will most likely be upset either way. The dog may be in pain, and need to be put down - that may be heartbreaking for him. Or the dog may need a simple treatment and come home, and need time with him fussing over his recovering dog.

I would not assume the dog will disappear into a "recovery" home, or just no longer be a part of his life.

[QuantumNursing]

Well, that is YOUR decision not theirs. Make sure the vet understands you want to consider all your options! I would NEVER leave that up to the vet and I would always be there to see what the options were. It could be benign or there might be something you could do for treatment. What kind of dog is yours?

She's a rottweiler and I think it's time to let her go. I just need to get my SO on board with it. He hates getting rid of things even if they are falling apart.

This is not your decision and his dog is not just something to get rid of . Its a companion,friend and a family member. JFC have some compassion. Are you sure he is the one with Aspie? Your lack of empathy for your partner is atrocious