invsblwmn in hospital!

[lph]

Oh, what a terrible thing to have to deal with on top of your injuries

I know how you feel about not getting another one. We lost our cat this summer and haven't wanted to get another kitten yet even though we miss having one around the house.

But seen from out here it doesn't look like a bad idea to get another pup now while Brodie is still alive. Maybe she'd enjoy it, and it wouldn't feel as if you were replacing her. I really don't know, but maybe you want to give it some thought?

Lots of luck still on your healing!

[Zen]

I got my next dog not long after but it was accidental.
I stopped by a pet adopption event outside of a pet store and ended up taking a dog home as a foster. She had to go give birth and the next foster dog had the endearing habit of burrowing under the covers with me, She's mine now, plus I've had two more fosters since then.
life happens when you don't expect it.

[RoadRaven]

If Brodie likes other dogs, a pup might be a great idea... some distraction for her from whatever discomfort she is in, and for you from your own sorrow...
A pup will never replace her, but a pup could help ease you both through this next stage...

Big hugs from DownUnder, Dawn

[caribou]

Big cyber hugs.

[LBTC]

Oh, Dawn! Your poor Brodie! Big hugs and healing butterflies to both of you.

If you are able and mobile enough I second the idea of adopting another pup or young dog. We did it when our Yogi dog was diagnosed with osteosarcoma. I can PM or email you more info on what we went through with Yogi. Suffice it to say we did all treatments we could, changed diet, food and supplements, and got him a little buddy. That cancer has a 4 month median survival rate, and Yogi lived a wonderful and happy 17 months. (other than the days around the chemo treatments when he didn't feel so hot). His buddy grew up to be an amazing dog, too.

If you think you can take a dog or puppy in, it may help Brodie's time be more fun, allow Brodie to teach a younger dog to be a great dog like Brodie is, and provide you with the companionship you, like all of us, need.

Think on it, Dawn. Let the butterflies guide you.

Hugs,
~T~

[mimitabby]

Goodmorning Dawn
I am so sorry to hear about your dog. Even though everyone else is telling you to get a new puppy right now, I think that would be rather difficult with you in enforced bed rest to care for a needy puppy. THere's lots of time for that.

I hope you can do exercises in bed to keep the rest of your body happy. (no, i really can't imagine)

I check for posts from you every day. One day at a time, enjoy your dog now while she's there. You have so much more time to be with her. If you were working and cycling, you wouldn't have that much time
Take care
Mimi

[Duck on Wheels]

Big hugs, (((Dawn))). And feel free to share them with Brodie.

[Pax]

Oh Dawn, I'm just so sorry to hear about your beloved pup.

[invsblwmn]

doc says he is not considering surgery on the knees until the arm can better support me. if they "repair" the knees, the arm has to be able to bear weight. now, no way. i am able to stand for 15-20 minutes, walking, more like a 90 year old shuffling, but i get around. brodie is still acting like herself, eating everything in sight, sleeping, and cuddling. i pass the time xmas shopping (buy 2 get 3rd free wii games at toysrus, sierra trading 20% off with free shipping http://email.sierratradingpost.com/d...CBB340EB524FBB, and getting credit cards with $100-$200 in gift cards for signing up-the last is one of my favorite pasttimes.) i watch tv and my cooper sleep as well. so time passes...

[bmccasland]

Dawn - oooh oooh your kitty looks just like my Erin (well before she got sick). Can I pet her, Pleeease?

Hope you and Brodie are having more good days than bad days.

[DebG]

Dawn, I was getting ready to send you another card, and saw your post about Brodie, so decided I'd jot you a quick note. I am so sorry.

I agree with MimiTabby.

You have many friends here who are more than willing to listen and offer a shoulder to lean on.

deb

[Pedal Wench]

I'm so sorry that everything seems to be piling up on you right now. Take time to make sure you're still taking care of your health -- with that on track, everything else will be easier.