Do dogs act weak before they die?

Answer 1

Although I am far from an expert, I can tell you from firsthand experience as my beloved dog of 13 years just passed. About 2 months ago she started acting as if she was about 2. Lots of energy, wanting to go for walks, and just so full of life. It brought me a spark of hope that yes, she was going to be around for a few more years. Then about a weeks ago when I took her for one of her walks she started slowing down....she'd push her doggie pillow right by the side of the bed where I lay.....she was much more affectionate and whenever I would go to leave she would lift her paw as if to say "Please take me with you." If I knew that she knew she wasn't going to be here much longer on this earth I would have spent every minute with her. She knew, I didn't. Her last 2 days were heartbreaking.....she could barely walk but I could just see that she was fighting the inevitable. She passed Monday morning....I had lain on the floor with her all night and finally went in the bed for a little while. I came out into the room and she was still breathing....sparking hope in my eyes. I picked up the phone to call the vet, she stretched her legs as if in a deep slumber, and died. It was as if she was waiting to hear my voice one last time. Although it hurts deeply, I do believe they do know their days are numbered with their loved ones, and they look for quality time just as we ourselves would. Cherish your pets, and pay attention. In her weakest moment, when she could barely walk or move, she took the effort to wag her tail twice; as if telling me it's okay Mom. I will never forget my May.

Answer 2

Dogs and cats have been known to sense when a person is near death - as a matter of fact a cat that lives in a nursing home will come and lie by the person that is about to die about 30 or so minutes before their death. However, most animals, most of which know when their death is coming near, like to, like many canines, stick to their regular routine. Because of this, many owners find it hard to believe that their pets would die so "unexpectedly" when the animal know what would happen all along. Old dogs are often times easy to figure out, they often just like to lie around, but what dog doesn't do this? It is difficult to give an answer because all dogs live their last few days or so differently. There are some reports of dogs licking their owners - often in the face - shortly before their own death.

Answer 3

Frequently , yes. But the dog may be anemic, check to see if gums or inside eyelids are pale, or may have arthritisand be in pain. Please take doggie to the Vet .

Answer 4

I don't think they can react.

yes they can when my mom was dying my dog would never leave her only to eat and drink and pee.you canbe surprised on what dogs can sense.

Answer 5

it looks dead