Capri
Well, I know I haven’t posted anything in quite awhile. I think that’s a mix of just being super-busy, and knowing that if I do, I will have to mention Capri. Which I wasn’t ready to do for awhile. If you are reading my blog, you probably already know, Capri died the end of June. Early on a weekend morning, I realized Capri wasn’t eating or drinking, and wouldn’t come out from her kennel. She was panting quite a bit too. A few hours later, she didn’t even want to get up to relieve herself outside. So, after some discussion and weighing the pro’s and con’s, I came to the conclusion that it would be best to take Capri to the vet to be euthanized. I can honestly say that was one of the most difficult decisions I have ever had to make. I knew the day would come, but I always hoped it wouldn’t be any time soon. I knew the next day, Sunday, if Capri was worse, I would have to take her to the 24hr emergency vet’s office, as our regular vet isn’t open on Sundays. No one really knows her very well at the emergency vet’s, but the vets at Kennel Care, where I usually always take Capri, have known her since I first brought her home, and were the ones who diagnosed her Lymphoma. I know how much they care about her and knew she would be in good hands at Kennel Care. That same afternoon, my mom, dad, and I took Capri for her last car ride. Gill said her good-byes at home, as she has never felt comfortable being with any of our pets while they are being euthanized.
Capri was given the absolute best, most compassionate care a dog could possibly want. As she took her last breath, I sat with her on the floor of the vet’s office, petting her head, holding her paw (her favorite thing ever), and telling her what a good girl she is. Even our vet got teary-eyed.
After that day, it took at least a good week before I could even think about her without crying. I’ve had many friends and family offer support and a listening ear. Even though I don’t always take it, I very much appreciate the thought. So, thanks, to all of you.
