Even simple walking causes her difficulty with breathing. The most unusual thing of all is that her skull has changed in shape. It used to be large and flat on top and has now become more of a cone shape. The top is now like a peak and the sides have shrunken in a little. We don't want her to suffer so my parents have already talked about having her put down.
Some people use pain as the determining factor.
Some use quality of life as the measuring stick. Being a large breed, they sometimes tend to have shorter life spans than the smaller sized breeds. Discuss your dog's prognosis with your veterinarian. This should help you come to a decision that is both fair to the dog, and your parents. All rights reserved.