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Post by sibemom on May 26, 2008 7:28:19 GMT -5
Hey guys hope everyone has been well. I have to face a very hard choice this week and that is to have Raven PTS She has not responded to the steroid's, her platelet count is almost non existent. The vet tried one very aggresive medication and that was cytoxan and still no good resolve. She can't even go outside without scratching herself senseless She has lost some weight she lost that spark she had in her eyes and you can tell she really is not herself. She was responding well at first and now it seems like we are loosing that battle. The vet thinks she has some underlying issue and that is why he put her on the Cytoxan because he said it would either fix the problem or bring the other issue to the surface. I do not want to wait until she is so uncomfortable she can't stand up or she has damaged her skin from itching. This is a really hard choice for me to make and Andy has put it in my hands because he knows I will do what is best for the dog. I also can not justify keeping her on 6 different medications daily. THAT IS CRAZY I will let you know how it goes and believe me I will be here for moral support after. I know in my heart that this is the best choice and we do what is best for our dogs and not what is easier for ourselves. Take Care Guys and keep good thoughts for me while I make this very difficult decision.
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Post by Richard on May 26, 2008 8:47:04 GMT -5
Aww, geeze Ann, that is an absolute terrible situation that is confronting you - I'm so sorry to hear that Raven has not been responding to the treatment.
I know you know how I feel about stuff like this so there is no need to go any further than to say that you will need to do what is right in your heart and no worries, we'll be here for you!
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Post by sibemom on May 27, 2008 17:15:54 GMT -5
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Post by Richard on May 27, 2008 20:46:08 GMT -5
Thanks for the update Ann.
Words can't describe how I'm feeling right now or how I wish things could be different for you and Raven. I can only say that the girls and I thoughts and prayers are with you both during this very sad time.
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Post by sibemom on May 28, 2008 10:29:33 GMT -5
It's done, and I have to say I am sad but at peace. There was no fight not struggle, in fact she almost looked as if she was thanking me. My vet apologized and said he felt like he failed her, and that was so far from the truth. He did his best, but because of the condition she had and the fact that the other vet did not treat it properly from the start this was almost a no win situation by the time I took her to him. He is a very good compasionate man and a great vet. I told him that I made this choice and he should not feel bad at all. So no worries I will greive and cry later but I know that she is not in pain anymore and that makes it so much easier to deal with.
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Post by Brooke on May 28, 2008 10:53:46 GMT -5
I'm so sorry Ann. That's awful! I just came home for lunch and thought I'd check in since I have time to myself for the first time in forever! What a terrible surprise! I'm so sorry!
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Post by Aussienot on Jun 6, 2008 18:52:28 GMT -5
I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers. I believe that animals come into and go out of our lives for a reason. Whatever she had to teach you is now done. Some animals burn brightly into our souls and then are gone. The brighter the flame the greater the loss. God speed Raven.
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Post by sibemom on Jun 6, 2008 20:02:04 GMT -5
Thanks Brooke and Aussie. I know she was not with us very long but Linda you are right they have a purpose and hers was to Mellow out my Big Foot Willow , and really give that Brody a run for his money We miss her but we will never forget her. My dogs are pretty much over their mourning, but it was intense. Poor Willow picked up one of Ravens toys and just paced and whined for the first couple of day. Brody was in a funk which was odd becuase he really never cared for her They are back to normal now, and I am feeling better everyday knowing I made the right choice
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