My dog being put down - Viewer Discretion Advised

Video Title :	My dog being put down - Viewer Discretion Advised
Description :	This is a video of my dog Simon being put down. I recorded all of this today, July 30th 2007, and kept it for personal reasons. It was uploaded to youtube so people can witness what putting a dog down is like. My name is Ethan, I'm from Cincinnati and I recorded this with a Motorola KRZR K1 on medium. ---------------------------------------- ---------------------------------------- ---------------------------------------- FAQ: Written May 5th 08 Q: Why was he put down? A: He was put down due to bone cancer, bone inflammation, brittle bone in front right leg (caused by cancer), and heart conditions due to spread of cancer. I didn't want to put him down if he had a good amount of time left. However, due to very high amounts of pain and yelping and the fact that every vet I inquired said the same thing (that he has less than 2 weeks) I decided to put him down to stop the suffering. Q: How old was he? A: 8, would have turned 9 in less than a month. Q: Where was he put down? A: Somewhere in KY but its been too long so I don't remember the place. Q: What happened to his body? A: We had him cremated and he is currently in my room inside a nice hand crafted wooden box. I wanted it so I would never forget him. Even after having it this long I still say it was well worth the $300 price tag. Better than burying him in the ground. Q: Why on YouTube?! Its very disturbing! A: Yeah, no shit. But it was put here for a good reason. Many people loved their dog like I did but didn't get the chance to be with them in the end. I uploaded this video to show what it is like. Many pet hospitals and care centers do not allow you to stay during the process. The one I went to didn't either but I pushed for a different decision on the matter. I made a promise that I would never abandon him and I wasn't going to especially in the end. Q: Who is that with you? A: My mom and dad. Q: But they're white and you're black. So what gives? A: Yes, but I'm adopted. But even if I wasn't I am only half black. My mom is white and my dad is black. Thats why some people actually think I am "iamchris4life" on a second account. It shouldn't matter anyways. Q:You're brave. How could you be strong enough to handle this, let alone record it? A: When you love someone (or if you think that way, something) as much as I loved simon fear doesn't exist. The only thing in your mind is that you have to be there, especially when you make a promise like I did. When I heard the news, yes I was scared. But like I said when you love someone enough that doesn't matter.
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Rating :	4.67
Keywords, Tags :	Simon Dog Being Put Down Graphic Emotional Hospital Kentucky Ohio Shot Injection
Video Length :	9 : 22

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My dog, Sammy, had to be put to sleep 2 years ago for serious pain. He was standing on the vet's table and as they injected him, I held him and whispered his name gently to him. After a few seconds, he just went limp. The vet held a stethoscope tohis heart and several seconds later said, "He's gone." I didn't let go for a while and just cried as the vet left the room for a few moments so we could just have privacy.

:( how sad how long did it take to get over it. i went throw it once we going to have my dog taffy put down but the vet couldent make it she died the next day. befor her death my other dog moe know something was wrong he used to play with taffy.i still miss her to day in loving memory of taffy :(

very sad video, i had a dog he was 12 had cancer, kept putting off and off taking him to be put to sleep, such a hard thing to do, but its the best way and you feel a whole lot better in time for not letting him suffer as being selfish putting it off as i did, i should have done it sooner but thats dogs for you, they become part of your life, i have a new springer now, just as mad as the first one, you wonder how people are cruel to dogs and other animals, they are such a bonus to your life

wow. thats sad as shit. hope i dont have to do that with my dogs.

Ethan, you are a wonderful dog owner. This video made me cry and I dont even know you. My doberman was just dx with bone cancer on monday and Im going to have to make this same decision soon. Im sorry you lost your best friend and I know that no dog will ever be able to replace him

i cried a little even before I watched the video. Then when I saw how beautiful and cheerful that dog was I broke out into tears!

I am so sorry about your dog, I know he was part of your family.

I know what it's like, it hurts like hell. But I hope you'll find an other dog who can help you with your sorrow!

that dog looks exactly what my dog shadow looks like... R.I.P Shadow and Simon He was 17 years old and could barely breath Sincerely Kida

I am a vet student and even though I've seen dogs and cats get put to sleep and I've put mice and rats to sleep myself, it'll always be something that is sad. I haven't heard of any vet hospitals that won't allow the family to be with the patient during euthanasia. That sounds very strange.