LilyandGeorge
Junior Guinea Pig
I'm heartbroken, had to have my sweet darling George PTS this morning. He seemed a bit quiet yesterday evening, but he was still eating, but this morning he did not come out for his food and was hiding at the back of the cage, so I took him to the vet straight away. In the waiting room he started opening his mouth wide with every breath. The vet found a large amount of blood around his lungs, caused by an inoperable heart tumor. The route to least suffering was to let him go. I feel so sad, I loved that little fellow, he was so gentle. I am shocked at how quickly he became ill and wonder if he was in pain or discomfort for some time, but hiding it. I will post a little tribute to him later. Just wanted to share with people who understand. Need to return to work now.