A healthy dog missed one meal and skipped one walk. That same day he was diagnosed with early-stage chronic kidney disease — and he was put down the next day.
But what truly led to a decision that ended a life too soon?

This episode tells the true story of Milo — a joyful 7-year-old dog who was euthanised in the span of a single day, after being diagnosed with early-stage chronic kidney disease, with no previous symptoms and no visible decline. A decision made in a moment that left his family heartbroken, confused, and full of unanswered questions.

How does this happen?
How does a dog go from running on the beach one day… to gone the next?
And how can dog parents protect themselves—and their dogs—from mistakes that should never happen?

In this episode, I break down:
• what truly led to the decision made for Milo
• what chronic kidney disease really is (and isn’t)
• why CKD is almost never sudden
• the 4 stages of kidney disease and how to recognise them
• why early symptoms are often invisible
• why euthanasia is sometimes offered too quickly
• what every dog parent must ask before making an irreversible decision

If you share your life with a dog, this story matters.
If you’ve ever faced euthanasia, pressure, or doubt, this episode may help you breathe again.
And if you’re a vet navigating these moments with families, this conversation honours you too.

Milo’s story could have ended differently.
And understanding what happened to him may save another dog’s life.

To Milo and his family — this episode is for you. May he rest in peace.