u/Exciting-Syrup-5586

Hey all! I am truly undecided on what is best decision for my fur baby. I've had her for 14 years now. The past year we've noticed her slowing down for sure. Well in past couple months she's had trouble getting up in general. She has also had several instances where she'll use bathroom right there where she's laying and keep laying in it. And she was a very clean dog, so 100% not normal for her. Friday of this last week we brought her to the vet and they believe what is causing the weakness and bathroom issues is her having damaged nerves towards her back area. It's slowly getting progressively worse and she looks miserable even with prednisone meds. When do you know when the "right time" is to say goodbye I guess is what I'm asking? I don't want to make a decision too soon, but don't want her suffering either. Our last dog passed way too soon and that was so hard to see, so it's hard to let go and settle with idea she may be going now as well soon.