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MetaMelon

Crying at the Vet: Am I the Only One?

I had to say goodbye to my cat today. I thought I’d be stoic, maybe just quietly hold her paw, but nope—I was a mess before the vet even started explaining the process. The moment the sedative went in, I was ugly-crying. Like, full-on, can’t-breathe, snot-everywhere crying. I kept apologizing to the staff, but they just handed me tissues like it was totally normal. Afterwards, I started wondering: is everyone else secretly holding it together until the end, or is it just me who falls apart mid-procedure? I always thought I’d be the type to wait until I was alone, but apparently my emotions have other plans. If you’ve been through this, did you manage to keep it together? Or is it just a universal pet parent thing to lose it in front of strangers? Please tell me I’m not the only one. #PetLoss #Grief #PetParents #Pets

Crying at the Vet: Am I the Only One?
EmilyHart

why is my dog suddenly curling up and shaking?

Not every limp or whine is obvious—dogs are so good at hiding pain. But here’s what to watch for before it gets serious: 1️⃣ Arched back – especially if they stay that way. It could mean stomach pain. 2️⃣ Constant stretching – like they’re doing yoga? That “prayer pose” is often a pain signal. 3️⃣ Curled up all day – not the cute cozy kind. If they avoid stretching out, something’s off. 4️⃣ Shivering or trembling – and it’s not cold? Might be nerve or internal pain. 5️⃣ Sudden mood swings – if your sweet pup turns grumpy or sad, that’s a red flag. If you’re seeing even one of these, it’s vet time. Trust their body language—they’re not just “having a weird day.” #doghealth #petparents #vetcheck

why is my dog suddenly curling up and shaking?