My Dog is very sick her name is Phoebe, I took her to the vet today and they said they can't do anything?

I'm so sorry to hear about your dog.

Sometimes the symptoms of diabetes are so minor that you really don't notice them until it's too late for treatment. You can always get a second opinion from another vet, but if her organs are damaged and shutting down and the test results show that this has been going on for some time, then there's really nothing you can do. It happened to my cousin's dog. He seemed perfectly fine one day and was gone just a few weeks later, despite the fact that they did set in with massive treatment.

If Phoebe is vomiting, lethargic and dying, it is better to let her go than to let her suffer. Remember all the good years you've had together. Phoebe has been a loved so much by you and this is a wonderful thing for a dog.

First of all you have my sympathies. It hurts like mad when you are given a 'terminal' diagnosis.

However, before you do anything, please get a second opinion, especially if you don't totally trust your vet's advice. On the other hand, if you have been with this vet, and he knows your dog well (has been treating her for years), you may have to accept the fact that this is the end and any further stress which she will feel by being taken to another vet, examination etc. is just not worth putting her through,

Personally, and each person has to deal with this situation in their own way, I would not let her lie there and die (if that's what's happening). I'd look at my dog (and they will tell you, in their eyes) and make the decision to end the suffering, and help her to the Bridge. You just have to put your own emotions to one side, and do what's best for your b itch....... and then let it all out afterwards.

Be strong. And my thoughts are with you.

ps. Diabetes can be controlled, but once the pancreas has stopped working, it's pretty much end game.

I definitely don't want to make the wrong decision here. Some people have taken their dogs in to the vet in bad times and learned their dog was inevitably dying, but upon getting a second opinion, they were actually able to save the dog. This only happens sometimes. I don't think a second opinion could hurt; it might make a big difference. Also, when my Aunt's greyhound got sick like that, the vet said he had to be put down, and my Aunt decided the dog seemed fine, so he was kept around and he slowly got better, but died several months later. In this way, it wasn't as sudden; it was something that could be prepared for.

Hi, so sorry to hear about your companion. I have 9 years vet nursing experience, and yes the diabetes is treatable as everyone has said, although in reality it is not so easy to control as other animals e.g. cats. By her organs shutting down I'm assuming kidneys and liver as well as pancreas? This is a lot for a dog to handle. I am also thinking she is an aged lady and maybe it is time for her to go. Her situation could be likened to that of a senior citizen whose body is debilitating rapidly.

The last vet I worked for was an amazing compassionate vet and would always offer to do what he could. In cases like this he would try both conventional and alternative treatments, but ultimately the animal would be given only a little longer to live, often in our hospital with i.v. drips, numerous blood testing and examinations. perhaps you would like to seek a 2nd opinion in order to be given the choice, although she does sound very compromised.

Another thing about my boss is that he was always aware of how grief affected our clients. Often the death of a beloved pet overwhelms the owner when it is accompanied and multiplied by previous grief the owner has experienced.

I am sorry I don't have a good news answer for you. I just wanted to share some experiences I have had. Phoebe has been blessed to have such a loving owner.

Take her to another vet for a second opinion. I've been reading up on alot of dog diseases lately and from what I've read they can put her on medication no matter how severe it is. Definitely get a second opinion.

But if this other vet says the same thing do the right thing and put her down. I know it is hard but it'll be better for both of you in the end. Good luck and very sorry. :(

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My Dog is very sick her name is Phoebe, I took her to the vet today and they said they can't do anything?

1 week ago she started urinating on the floor and drinking excessive amounts of water, we knew something was wrong it lasted for a few days and then all the sudden she was fine acting her normal self and went about her daily routine then yesterday it started again so we took her to the vet to see...

Getting a second opinion isn't a bad idea...but it does sound like there is nothing to help with Phoebe. She may need to be euthanized. This is such a tough and painful decision but one made for the better of the animal if it's suffering. I'm sorry to hear about your dog and pray you'll get the answers you need.

My friend had a diabetic cat and it had to have daily injections, however if the vet says her organs are shutting down then you can't do anything about that love.... Try taking her to another vet, but if worst comes to worst and she's suffering like you said she is, then the best and kindest thing you can do for her is to put her out of her suffering. I know it's hard, I had to do that with a kitten once, but it's the bravest and most loving thing you can do....

Please take your dog to another vet for a second opinion. Treatment is always an option, although having pancreatic issues on top of diabetes does make treatment much more complicated and if she is in ketone acidosis then her prognosis is very poor. However, even some dogs with ketone acidosis can recover with very carefully monitored treatment. If you and your family are not ready to give up on her and euthanize her just yet then you owe it to yourselves and your dog to find another vet who won't give up on her just yet either.

Diabetes is treatable with insulin,and if she has pyometra ( uterine infection) she needs to be spayed asap and put on antibiotics. Hurry and take her to an emergency vet. If they say nothing can be done,then you have to end her suffering,and stay with her as she passes. I'm so sorry.