I’m so sorry. I know you’ll take good care of him, and that he’s had a great life with you.
My god, I am so sorry. Seems like you already know what to do. Best wishes to you and Jake.
I just love dobies. They’re my favorite breed. I think they’re just about perfect. Low coat maintenance (my first dog was an afghan hound), protective but not aggressive (I live by myself out in the middle of nowhere), their world revolves around you without being neurotic about it.
I lost my dobie Grace to congestive heart failure a couple years ago. She was dumped near my farm and I took her in, just a week before my dobie Simon died in his sleep. I haven’t been without at least one doberman in the last 25 years. Although I hate to think about losing Jake, I can’t imagine being without a doberman.
StG
I’m so very sorry. Just love him as much as possible, and keep him as comfortable as possible. I know how difficult this is.
May you, and Jake, find peace.
So sorry 
I never understood why people got all up in arms over sick pets – 'til I got my puppy. I get it now
I’m so very sorry, StGermain. My heart goes out to you and Jake.
Sorry, StGermain :(. My best to you and Jake.
I’ve never lived with a Doberman, but I’ve met some, and my little Simone played with a super athletic Dobie named Lucy off and on for a couple of years.
I’m sorry your boy is in peril. We don’t get to keep dogs very long, except inside us.
I’m sorry to hear about Jake, (and also Daisy and Cleo.) I’m sure he’d agree with you about the prospect of more food & affection vs more nasty drugs. I’ve always admired Dobermans. If I was going to size up from my little guys, I’d probably own a Dobie.
You’re a great pet mama StGermain. Any dog that finds its way to you will be lucky.
I’m sorry, StGermain. Joey is a beautiful boy. I wish both of you peace and strength.
So sorry to hear about this. We all know how much you love your dogs!
It’s nearing the end for Jake. He’s been doing okay until yesterday, when he was a little slow to eat his dinner. He ate breakfast today, but tonight when I came home he was coughing when excited, and depressed. I think the cancer has moved to his heart or lungs. I’ll call the vet tomorrow and get him in. If it’s as I fear, it’ll be his last trip. 4 months since diagnosis.
And last Friday I picked up a Disposable Dobe off Craigslist. The wife had a baby so the 2 year old dobe has to go. He’s just the product of a backyard breeder, mostly kept outside by his previous owner, but he’s very sweet. I feel guilty getting another dobe while Jake is alive, but I liked the look of this guy and thought I could give him a better life. I guess I could tell that Jake’s time was short. Is it bad to have already picked up another one?
StG
I’m so very sorry to hear this. My thoughts are with you and Jake.
No, it’s not. * Never* think that! What you did was give an “accessory dog” a chance at a real home, with someone who will pay attention to him, train him, and love him.
As I said upthread, I’ll say again, my Nathan will get extra scritches tonight in honor of Jake. You loved him and you are only thinking of him when it comes to his care.
It certainly isn’t bad for him. Good for you for helping out a dog who needs a home.
I’m sorry about Jake. I hope his passing is peaceful for both of you.
(Also, I just realized I said “Joey” instead of “Jake” in my previous post, and I apologize for my screwup.)
{{{{{StGermain}}}}}. If it feels right to you, it’s the right time.
I am so sorry. Please give Jake a hug for me and a morsel of his favorite treat.
It is definitely NOT wrong of you to give this new guy a loving home. You are not replacing Jake; they are NEVER replaced. You are just giving him the future he deserves and honoring Jake at the same time. I would love to see pictures when you feel up to it. (((hugs)))
I’m so sorry.
Don’t ever doubt yourself. You’re doing the right thing. Just think about it. I’m sure Jake wants the new Dobie to have all the love that he’s had while in your care, so he’ll be able to enjoy his life, just like Jake has enjoyed his.
You did good.
Thank you for what you’re doing for the new Dobie, and for what you’re doing for Jake.
So sorry, best wishes for you and Jake.
I really didn’t think the time would be so short when I agreed to take in the new dog - Jake had done so consistently okay. Not well, but still eating, playing, etc. I don’t know if bringing in the new dog brought him down somewhat - they really haven’t interacted much. I’ve tried to keep them separated so as not to stress Jake out.
It’s funny - I haven’t been without a Doberman in about 25 years. Something has always transpired to bring one into my life before I lose the one before.Sometimes I’ve had the new dog for years before the other dog passes, and sometimes it’s just days. I guess I just have to take them as they come to me.
StG