Laura

You reminded me of a poem, "A Dog's Prayer".

http://www.showdog-magazine.com/Poems/poem8.htm

Yes, it's a dog's prayer...but the last stanza seems appropriate for all furry, four-legged members of our family:

"[...]

And, beloved master, should the great Master see fit to deprive me of my health or sight, do not turn me away from you. Rather hold me gently in your arms as skilled hands grant me the merciful boon of eternal rest - and I will leave you knowing with the last breath I drew, my fate was ever safest in your hands."

--Beth Norman Harris

Our hearts go out to you and yours.