It's sad when beloved pets have to be put down, but one owner made
sure to give his dying boxer an amazing final treat.
Lennox, a dog with servere and debilitating artritits, had survived
numerous surgeries, but a recent tumor growth (visible on his left
shoulder) had left him barely able to get up. According to his
owner's roommate, Reddit user "Nikolaoss," Lennox was euthanized
Jan. 23, but before he went, he got an epic last meal.
In the photo, which was posted to a forum yesterday, Lennox
looks over his feast, which included a turkey leg, bacon, sausages
and rice. The picture received more than 24,000 "upvotes" on the
social news site.
"This post isn't meant to be sad in any way. He lived like an
absolute boss all his life! And the meal reflects
that!" Nikolaoss wrote.
Many users wished Lennox well, shared memories of departed pets and
offered condolences.
"I know a lot of people here don't believe in heaven, but I think
we all believe there is somewhere to go. He shall be put to sleep
and his suffering will pass. In an instant his energy will burst
out of his body with all the love that has been poured on him for
years and it will be free,"
"Nikolaoss" later posted a video of Lennox enjoying his last meal.
(Naturally, he goes for the bacon first.)
Dog with cancer have special dietary needs. PetEducation.com
recommends feeding dogs diets high in protein and fat to help
combat weight loss due to cancer or cancer treatments, and trying
novel foods to encourage appetite.
"Nikolaoss" reported that the dog passed peacefully Wednesday
afternoon.
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