4/15 Milo story I hope can help someone

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milosmommy

milosmommy

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We are on out way to specialists at Purdue University on West Lafayette Indiana. We live about 45 minutes from there. Milo still not awake. All blood and vitals good. We are seeing neurologist and anesthesiologist. I'm in shock and scared. I will update as I can.
 
Healing prayers for Milo and of course you are in shock and upset and hopefully the specialists will be able to work out what has happened and what to do. Hugs to you at this most difficult time.
 
Sending prayers to both you and Milo. We'll be thinking of you all day waiting for encouraging update.
 
Sending you many vines, love, hugs and prayers from Minnesota.

please check in when you can, but understand the priority right now is getting Milo up and moving.....

You have an entire family here sending lots of good thoughts and vines....
 
Sending lots of healing vibes from Knit Camp. I have been thinking about you a lot. Hopefully they will figure it all out an Milo will be just fine.
 
Oh, my.....my heart is breaking for you and Milo....Tons and tons of healing vines and a blanket of snowflakes for your boy. I hope things work out well for you and him. Hugs
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We lost Milo today. Yesterday he went in for a routine dental and he never woke up. They anticipated an extraction so he was given buprenorphine prior to surgery. The dental went fine and no extractions needed.
I am not sure what the anesthesia was, I have heard the name but right now I'm at a loss for the name.
When we were supposed to get him yesterday we found out he wasn't waking up. My vet called an anesthesiologist and they said there had been a few cases, but those animals woke up.
Milo spent the night with my vet at his house next to the clinic. His heart rate and oxygen level were good. Glucose was carefully monitored.
My vet kept me updated and I expected call this morning saying he was awake and ready to come home.
The at 530 was he wasn't awake and suggestion that we go to Purdue University where there is a great veterinary hospital.
My husband and I got Milo and his vitals were still good. I held him and loved and talked to him the whole way. He just slept.
We walked in and Milo's eyes popped open, then his breathing became labored. They took him back. The records had been faxed there and my vet had spoken with them.
They came out and asked if we wanted them to put tube in as his gums were blue. I signed paper and then a bit later we were taken to a room. The ER vet came in. It was the worst news. They were breathing for Milo. His blood pressure and heart rate were dropping. There was no response to any activity. They said there was swelling in brain and meds not helping.
At that point we knew it was over. We made the decision to let Milo fly free and be pain free. He spent 14 wonderful years with us.
They are not sure if it was buprenorphine or anesthesia. Apparently there is a warning on the use of one. Before I state which I will talk to my vet do I don't give wrong information.
I called my vet and he was in shock and couldn't understand what happened. I know they did all they could for my baby. He asked if they could see what happened, if they could test and see what caused Milo to pass. I said yes as I don't want anyone else to go through this.
Love your babies today. As I was picking up through the tears I found my sign from Milo. Under his feedet was a penny from heaven. I can't thank everyone enough for the support and love I have felt these past 2 days.
I will update more I'm the next few days after my mind clears and I ask questions. My vet did keep bringing up drug company and being in contact with them. I didn't sleep last night so I'm hazy as to all he told me. I know I will hear from him soon and I will fill in the missing information.
Meredith
 
Meredith - bless you for wanting to help others.:bighug: As sad as this was, I was gladdened to hear that you were able to be with Milo when he passed and that he knew you were there and loving him.
 
((((((Meredith)))))) My heart is breaking for you--God bless you for letting us know and trying to prevent some one else's potential tragedy...... You and your family will be in my prayers cat_wings>o
 
Thank for sharing what happened. I'm sure it will help other kitties, here in LantusLevLand and in your vet's practice. I'm glad you and your DH could be with him. Sending many comfort vines.
Liz
 
We're so very sorry. Sending prayers of comfort and peace to you and your family.
 
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Oh my.... we are so very sorry for the loss of your beloved Milo. We know our beloved Zener and all his other GA friends are waiting for Milo's arrival. And we will be watching over Milo's beloved bean during this very sad time.

Anne
 
Thank you for sharing your story with us Meredith, it can't have been easy for you to go over the details. I'm sure Milo knew you were there every step of the way, loving him to the end. Prayers to you and yor family.
 
Meredith, how generous of you to want to help others when you are so heartbroken and deep in your grief. I truly believe that right now, Milo is running free through a fragrant meadow, chasing butterflies and frolicking with other angel kitties. Please take care of yourself at this time of sorrow.
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Meredith, so sad to hear these news. Sorry for your loss. Milo will always be with you in your memories! Thank you for sharing this with all of us, it can't have been easy (hugs).
 
It is very generous of you to want to help others doing this very sad time for you and your family. Sending love and hugs. Milo knew he was loved. I am so sorry :bighug:
 
Meredith, I am so very sorry... there simply are not words. Fly free Milo, you will be greatly missed. My Mannie will be there at the Bridge to help you find your way. Be at peace little one.


"To have loved and then said farewell is better than to have never loved at all.
For all of the times that you stooped and touched my head, fed me my favorite treat and returned the love that I so unconditionally gave to you.
For the care that you gave to me so unselfishly.
For all of these things I am grateful and thankful. I ask that you grieve not for the loss but rejoice in the fact that we lived, loved and touched each other's lives.
My life was fuller because you were there, not as owner, but as my friend. Today, I am as I was in my youth. The grass is always green, butterflies flit among the flowers and the sun shines gently down upon all of God's creatures. I can run, jump and play and do all of the things that I did in my youth. There is no sickness, no aching joints and no regrets and no aging. We await the arrival of our lifelong companions and know that togetherness is forever. You live in our hearts as we do in yours. Companions such as you are very rare and unique. Don't hold the love that you have within yourself.
Give it to another like me and then I will live forever. For love never really dies,
and you are loved and missed as surely as we are."
 
{{{Meredith}}}

There are really no words to express the deep sorrow I feel at your loss. Of course, I never met you or Milo, but I can relate to how you must feel. Please accept my sympathy and the many prayers I am saying for you and your family at this time. Please do not feel guilty about this. You were doing everything right to take care of Milo. I am glad his crossing was peaceful and that you were with him. I hope you can feel all the love and support from your L&L family. Thank you for sharing Milo's story with us.

Fly free, sweet Milo, and land softly. cat_wings>o
 
Our hearts ache for you and yours. We wish we could have known Milo who received all the love in world from you.
 
(((Meredith))) we are so heartbroken and sad for you. Losing our babies is always devastating but to have them go so unexpectedly without understanding why....it's just tragic.

Keeping you and your family in our prayers.

Fly free, Milo.
 
((((Meredith)))), Words can never express the sadness we feel. But I'm glad that Milo was in your loving arms when it was his time. Thank you for seeking answers that can help other kitties. Here in L&LL we all grieve with you tonight, but at the Bridge there is joy because Milo has arrived safely and is being welcomed by our GAs, many of his old pals. The penny was certainly a sign from him. He is a lucky kitty to have known your love.

In deep sympathy,

Ella & Rusty
 
Meredith I am so sorry you had to go through that. At least you were with him and were able to tell him how much you loved him. Just know that we are here thinking about you.
 
so heartbreaking. I'm glad you were able to be with him at least, and love him till the end. No doubt it helped him fly more easily. I am so very sorry for your devastating loss, and can only offer hugs and support along with everyone else here. I admire your strength and generosity in wanting to share information to help others, even as you reel with grief at the loss of your friend. May he be enjoying all his favorite things at the Bridge and may you find peace and healing and eventually smiles at his memory. Peace to you
Megan & Oren
 
((((((((((Meredith)))))))))) It is such a shock when they leave us so suddenly. Thank you for sharing Milo's story to help others in the future.

Fly Free, Sweet Milo. You had the best of beans, watch over them from the Bridge. :rb_icon:
 
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