Ketchn, that has NOT been my experience having put both a cat and a dog to rest. Both were just as peaceful as can be and I felt it was the best for them in the end. I've never heard of anyone who described what you have at the end I can't help but wonder if maybe your vet screwed up somehow.

JJJ, my heart goes out to you for you've got to do today and offer you and your family my condolences. We love them so much and it hurts hard when we have to what's best for them. Rainbow Bridge, friend, you will meet them again.