2/4 Bailey AMPS 249, +2 240, +8.5 155, PMPS 157

[Melissa and Bailey]

http://www.felinediabetes.com/FDMB/viewtopic.php?f=9&t=62797

Good afternoon LL and happy Caturday,

The good news is Bailey passed the lancet!!!! dancing_cat dancing_cat dancing_cat The poo patrol got lucky this morning, the lancet was in some normal-looking poo and there appears to have been no damage. We are pretty thrilled.

The bad news is my dear sweet drooler, Blue, was diagnosed yesterday with Degenerative Myelopathy, a neurological/spinal disease with pretty much no treatment. We were discussing a knee surgery, optimizing his arthritis treatment, and then suddenly he just pretty much lost the use of his back legs. :cry: He has regained a little function with some high-dose steroid treatment, but we are needing to assist him to get outside and relieve himself. We are facing PTS - today is not the day but it may be soon. My heart is breaking - we have had Blue for 11 years and he is the best dog ever.

So I may not be around much depending on how things go. Thank you all for your support and kind thoughts during Lancet Watch 2012!

 

[Melissa & Tarragon]

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Yay on the lancet passing!

I am so sorry about Blue. ((((Melissa)))) Healing vines for your sweet boy and big hugs for you. They do steal a piece of your heart. That is heart breaking. Please know I am thinking about you.

 

[Melissa and Bailey]

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As promised, here are our xray photos, you can click to enlarge. Enjoy!

 

[Sienne and Gabby (GA)]

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(((Melissa)))

Needless to say, I'm very happy that Bailey is fine. I'm so sorry you and Blue are facing this crossroad.

 

[Ann & Maggie11 (GA)]

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Melissa, so glad Bailey passed the lancet and omg on the X-ray seeing the lancet!
I am so sorry and sad for you to hear about Blue's diagnosis. Enjoy the time you have with him. Hugs.

 

[mybuddybinks]

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I have to admit I'm glad you didn't post the xray pics until the crisis had "passed" :shock:

So deeply sorry for the news about Blue...
it's heartbreaking.

My thoughts are with you, Melissa.

celi

 

[julie & punkin (ga)]

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yay on the passing of the lancet . . . but i'm so terribly sorry about blue. know that we're here to support you through all of it.

 

[Randa & Mookie]

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I'm relieved for you that Bailey is safe and you needn't worry about her right now. You can devote yourself as much as possible to Blue. I'm so sorry about the dx, (((Melissa))).

 

[Roni and Moonie]

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OMG I totally missed this!! How could I? Bailey they arent feeding you enough!!! How lucky you are that that passed--It is good news--

So sorry on the dx for Blue--I had a dearest Drooler who had a very similar problems..I assisted him for a very long time, and did what I could, but I will be praying for Blue and hoping the therapy he is getting will help. My doggie lived till over 16..Love knows no bounds. You are a great bean & will know what to do..Hugs & Love & comfort from us!!

 

[Barb & Checkers (GA)]

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Melissa, I'm so glad that Bailey passed the lancet safely. :smile:

I'm terribly sorry of the diagnosis for Blue. It's so hard see your beloved pet facing a serious illness. We're here for you.

 

[Linda for Weezer]

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I'm so glad to hear that Bailey passed the lancet safely, but my urge to do the happy crap dance has also passed on hearing the rest of your news. I'm so sorry you are facing this. Prayers for Blue and your family during this sad time.

 

[Anne & Zener GA]

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(((((Melissa))))) I am so sorry about Blue's diagnosis. I agree with Linda, the happy crap dash just doesn't have the same joy. :sad: I am very relieved that Bailey is ok. Thinking of you and your family.
Liz

 

[Vyktors Mum]

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So sad to hear your news about Blue. It is so hard when the end is approaching. I hope you can take some comfort in the long life he has lived and enjoy the special time you have left with him.

 

[skybar22]

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Melissa, I am so sorry to hear the news about your sweet dog. My heart breaks for you all. Sending out much white light and love and hoping for some miraculous energy to change things.

As for Ms. Bailey and the lancet's journey..oh my! It reminds me of when I wass a wee tot and I swallowed a nickel. The entire family, aunt, uncle, grandma and mother, father and sisters were on poop patrol until i passed it. Of course it didn't have any sharp edges. Glad it is resolved with no problems.

 

[Lydia & Sid & Jake(GA)]

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Melissa,

I'm so sorry to hear about Blue. I can only imagine how much your heart is breaking. My thoughts are with you during this hard time.

I am very glad the lancet passed with no damage.

 

[Ella & Rusty & Stu(GA)]

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((((Melissa)))), it saddens us to hear about Blue's diagnosis. We are sending many positive thoughts and prayers for him and hoping that his condition will be helped by the treatments he is getting.

The lancet episode is over--thank goodness that all is well there!

Thinking of you,

:YMHUG: :YMHUG:

Ella & Rusty

 

[Karrie and Maverick]

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My mom's/little sisters german shepherd got this. He was on a high dose of metacamm but stayed engaged and liked being around the family. My sister many times a day would put a towel around his back end/abdomen and would be his legs for him to go to the bathroom. They knew it was time when he soiled himself and they couldn't manage his pain any longer. You can see in their eyes. She had a lot more quality time with him by being his legs. They actually make assist vests and things for owners now. I lost my best friend/drooler Nike at Christmas. She had vestibular disease her last week and had fought heart disease for 19 months. Its never long enough. I don't know why they can't live for fifty years. But that wouldn't be long enough for me either. Every day we have with them is a gift.
I am keeping you in my thoughts and sending lots of hugs your way.

 

[Melissa and Bailey]

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Thank you all so much for your good wishes, and for sharing your stories. Blue is doing OK for the moment, he is still a happy boy so it is not time yet... we will just continue to watch and wait and make sure he is comfortable. He does not seem to be in any pain, he is just frustrated and doesn't understand what is happening to him. :sad: He is a pretty big dog, almost 80 lbs, so it is a logistical challenge to get him up and out the door... it is working out well so far though.

Here is a pic of my sweet boy.

 

[Karrie and Maverick]

Blue looks like a big sweet darling. His picture made me smile. Sending more hugs to both of you.

 

[Karrie and Maverick]

Do a google search for dog assist devices and dog assist sling. Here is a picture of something that would work. You would only be lifting a small amount of the 80 pounds and not very high. I only did a quick google search, I am sure there are different options for male dogs for example.

http://www.gingerlead.com/dog-sling.htm

 

[Randa & Mookie]

Blue is a beautiful boy, Melissa, with a kind and inquisitive face. Sending best wishes and hugs to both of you.