He's an old dog 14 years old and has had a difficult time standing up for a while. Vet said that there wasn't much they can do. Black labs are known for week hips late in life.

But now he can't stand up at all. I just tried to get him to stand up to get him to drink some water and he layed right back down, where hes been laying all night. I'm sure he needs to relieve himself outside but there is no way he's getting down the stairs to get out and then back up again.

I've considered carrying him but he's about 80 lbs and I am pretty sure he or myself will be injured in the process.

I never even thought that this might be an issue as he aged. I'm really afraid the end is near for my doggie.

WTF do I do?

When an animal is lame it might be time to look into PTS. The quality of life is degraded by lack of ability to relieve itself.

That hip dysplasia won't get better. I tell owners I meet to get their pups on nutramax cosequin ASAP.

I am trying to come to grips with putting him down. My wife is going to be devastated.

Been there. Posted many threads on putting my pets to sleep. Just devastating, won't own another dog again.

Do what is best for the animal. 14 years is long for a large dog. You gave it a good life.

I'm sorry OP. My lab went at 14. She had hip issues and I know it was painful for her to get up. So I know the feeling.

Have you looked into senior dog assist harnesses? They have full body dog lifting support harnesses than can help you take him outside. But at this point.. you might have to face a tough decision. You have to ask yourself how long would this be realistic for you and your dog.

It's always hard when you can tell their mind is alert and their spirit is high and they still want to please us and be near us but our selfishness keeps them longer than they really need to be around. I had a senior dog who was at one point almost dragging her back legs around on her bad days just because she wanted to be near me. It's a really hard decision. I'm sorry you're going through this and he's lucky to have you.

He did have a great life. We've had so much fun. Fuk man... It was really hard to type that.Thats a good idea. ThanksSenior dog assist harness. I'll look into that. Thank you

I don't want to go through what you described... ):

They make these slings that go under a dog and allow you to support their back legs. Had to use it for my lab when he got acl surgery.

Haven't posted in maybe 5 years, but I know these feels. My dog Waylon turned 14 two month ago and his legs are going. I have already made the decision when he can't go to put him down. He would do the same for me and I would never want to make him suffer.