It is a very hard thing to do. But when the life becomes just a blur of existence we need to decide some times for our four footed family members.I am one that believes our pets never truly leave us and after passing they will find away to let you know they are fine. They love us with out judgement, and we love them back with out judgement. I am sure what ever happens, he will be, like his namesake, in a magical place.
Hey, thanks for your cool message; Made me tear up a bit. Yeah, Faith named him Merlin because he brought a little magic to our lives, and he will be fondly remembered for that. Never forgotten. It's incredible how deeply-ingrained pets become to a human; They have such a power over us.