So sad right now....

[SalsaMTB]

Awww...sorry to hear that sad news.

we recently went through the cost vs. health problem with one of our dogs. She was having severe neck pain, yelping at night and during the day when she tried to stand up. The MRI alone would be $1000 and the surger would be another $2000 if needed. we decided to investigate a more holistic approach. In the end, it worked out, but it was a hard decision. You'll make the right decision, so hurt yourself too much in the process.

Sending thoughts your way.

Jenn

[bcipam]

I love my animals to death so I know how hard this is for you all... I pray things work out but don't fear putting the animal down. It's a painless way to go. Hard on us, but easy on them.

God bless you have the strength to get through this and be there and strong for your Dane.

[LBTC]

{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{Amos Family}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}

All of the Deak household is thinking warm positive healing thoughts for Abby and all her people, and sending swarms of butterflies to protect and take away pain....

I know it will be hard to do, but please update us!

Hugs and butterflies,
~T~

[mtbdarby]

Awww RM, Abby and family. (((Group Hugs))). Our prayers go out to you guys during this difficult time. Please keep us posted when you can. Enjoy the time you do have together to help Spencer deal with situation. The financial choices are so difficult but you will make the right decision for your family.

[Offthegrid]

So sorry to hear. That's awful. I finally had to put my puppy down last July at age 10 months because he was born with bad kidneys. I think it is also important to think about the dog's suffering when weighing the cost of extensive treatment versus the hope for a meaningful recovery.

Whatever you decide, we're all here for you. {{{{{{{ }}}}}}}}}}

[Popoki_Nui]

{{{{{{{ warm healing vibes to you all }}}}}}} We will keep you in our thoughs and prayers.


~Sherry and family.

[Running Mommy]

I'm touched by all of yoru heartfelt replies. Thank you so much, it means so much to me. I'll be sure to share this thread with Spencer.

An update:
I stopped by the vet on the way in to work this morning. The doctor was very cautious in giving me a real status. While the IV helped to re-hydrate her, the blood work was not good. Elevated white cells, and her kidney and liver counts were up there as well. He will be doing a sonogram this morning to determine what is going on with her tummy. besides the outflow thingy being in the wrong spot (sorry I'm not up on my terms) there was also a mass of what the vet referred to as "soft tissue" that should not have been where it was. He wants to try to determine what it is. I did get to go see her though. She was laying quitely in the kennel with an iv in her leg. She seemed to perk up a bit when she saw me. but it's almost like she knows that it's not good. Strange as it is I could see it in her face. She just looks sad.
So here I am, waiting for the phone call from the vet. sigh.... ugh! It sucks to be me right now. But I am so grateful for all of you here. I feel your big cyber hug and it really is helping! Keep em coming.

[Pedal Wench]

Running Mom - I'm sure you will make the right decisions. Your pup trusts you to do that for her. I'm so upset that so many of us are going through this right now. I lost my mastiff last year, and my Newf is starting to struggle, and I just don't know how I will face that choice for him. Somehow, the big dogs seem harder to cope with - such a large presence in the house is suddenly missing. My thoughts and hugs are with you.

[BleeckerSt_Girl]

I'm so, so sorry.

[sbctwin]

I am so sorry RM...Abby has had a wonderful, love filled home. I hope you return to this site with good news, but I know in my heart and head, that probably won't be the case. I am so very sorry....

[suzieqtwa]

I am so sorry ((((((((((((((((((((((hugs)))))))))))))))))))))))) My brother had to put his dog down yesterday. My heart goes out to you. Im sending you warm thoughts.
Suzie

[KSH]

The worse part may be deciding if I should pay to have them operate- something I have the feeling will happen. Like I said, at what price do I say ok and when do I just let her go. Such a hard decision... Man this just sucks!
Please send some vibes our way if you would. I think the whole family needs them.
Thanks
Denise

Denise,

Only you can decide what that price is.

I have some friends who spent $2,000 for operations, hospital time... for their cat. Unfortuantely, nothing was really wrong with the cat (found out after the cat was opened up). Now, they could pay that and were willing.

Me? Well, my budget would never allow that. When I had my pup, I always said that $500 was the cut off line. Anything over that, and I would do the best I could to make her last days as happy and comfortable as possible.

I know we "hate" to put a "price" on our animals life... but there comes a point where you have to look at it rationally. What can you afford, and will it really do that much good?

You love your dog... and it's even harder that your little one has to experience the loss... but you have to do what you need to do.

I am very sorry to hear about your sweet dog being sick and in the vets office.. I am sure you will find a solution that works well for your family and your dog.

I also certainly send out my warmest heartfelt thoughts to a recovery for your sweet one.

[Geonz]

It is so hard when they look to you to "make it better." {{{{{hugs hugs hugs }}}}}

[Running Mommy]

Abby is up and doing a bit better according to the vet. She has a full bladder, but won't empty it when they take her for a walk. God bless her soul, just like her mom she can't "perform in public". lol but the vet said he saw a full bladder in the ultrasound and there is no obstruction, she's just being a diva dog.
The troubling thing at this point is that there is some fluid build up in her abdomen that suggests either congestive heart failure or cancer. So that is being sent for a definitive test. he is also having a radiologist read the x rays because he said there are some confusing things on it that he wants another eye to look at.
So I get to pick her up tonight and I guess we will see what the tests say, and how she responds at home. ugh, this is SOO stressful!
But thanks to you caring souls I am getting through it. I think just being able to write about it helps as well. So thanks for your ear.- or eyes or... whatever. hee hee
I'll post again when I know more.
denise

[wannaduacentury]

Sigh... bad night in the Amos household.
Got home and found one very sick great dane. Took her to the vet and it doesn't look good. Part of her stomach is in the wrong place, liver and kidney tests are bad. Basically not good. She's on an IV at the doggy doctor tonight and we'll see in the morning. But she's an old girl - 10- so I have to face the facts. She prolly won't be coming home..... sigh.... Very sad in the Amos household tonight. : (
This just SUCKS!!
We have had her since Spencer was a baby. He has always had her with him. He takes care of her, feeds her, picks up her stuff, grooms her, etc. She is his dog and he is devastated.
sigh.... : (
I know it's part of life, but it's still hard to say goodbye, and even harder to watch your childs heart break.
Please send healing vibes to one sweet great dane named abby. There is still a bit of hope, so I'm clinging to that little bit.
It's so hard when you are at the vet and you feel like you are putting a price tag on your beloved pets life, but I have to face facts. She is an old girl and the xrays looked horrible. So they have her on an IV to re-hydrate and will do an ultrasound in the morning. Also some more blood work since the numbers were off the chart. I want to at least try to save her if I can, but I will not let her suffer. The worse part may be deciding if I should pay to have them operate- something I have the feeling will happen. Like I said, at what price do I say ok and when do I just let her go. Such a hard decision... Man this just sucks!
Please send some vibes our way if you would. I think the whole family needs them.
Thanks
Denise

I'm sooo sorry {{Denise}} about Abby. I can't watch my furry friends suffer either. It's only been a week when my golden/collie Blondie passed away at age 12 and I still look for her to greet me when I get home and remember to get her supper remembering that she's not there anymore. I send many hugs your way from both of us.