Getting Ready to say Goodbye

[missyj1]

hi Missy, Mickey was my first dog ( I had him since 3 mo old) when he was 14 with arthritis and prevous been paralysed, people told me also that he would tell me when it's time.
I didn't understand until he really got bad ( falling on his side couple days before his passing) that I had to make the hardest decision of my life
Your dog can still live for a couple of years, as long as there is no suffering.
Yes it feels like I lost a child ( I have no children). With support of the people here and helping out others I go on and hope another dog will find me.

I am not sure whether he is suffering or not. He does not whine, but he does pant alot which I have heard is a sign that they are hurting. If anyone else has had experience with the panting but no wincing or whining please advise. Thanks Purrmutt. I appreciate your input.

[puremutt]

I always learned panting is either, too hot , pain or fear.
Does he eat well and plays?