Euthanize of pet question

Nityananda, Gauranga, Hare Krishna
I have had this dog for a very long time, and although I realize that some do not care much for having a pet, this dog has been a good thing for me. He is now old and very, very heavy in weight. I have to bring him food and water, lift him so he can go outdoors to relieve himself of his "business", let him down so he does not hurt himself. His hips are not in good condition. He falls two or three times a day. This lifting and taking care of him is like a nursing home, but for a dog. I have considered having him euthanized, but to take the life of any living being is so bad. I certainly do not want to cause this dog to have to live his life over as a dog - due to my having him euthanized. Most of all, it would be so very offensive the Lord. This care that I need to provide is very difficult for me lately. I have health problems myself and this is all causing me some added difficulties.
Still, I know that Krishna must make the choice of life and death, not me. I know I will miss his being around when the dog does leave his body, but that is coming at some time. I have been praying that the Lord take care of this problem for me, but no such results yet. I guess that no answer is still and answer.
I ask for your prayers that this difficulty will soon be taken care of.

your unworthy servant,
Ronald McCarthy

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