Alivia was recently diagnosed with Cushing's - Alivia has passed

Hello, everyone!!!

Good news to report.....ALIVIA IS HOME!!!! She is sound asleep on the couch right now (I posted a picture). Her IMS said she would be tired and that she hadn't slept soundly all week. She mentioned that Ali is very sensitive (personality-wise). She is, but I am curious now about how she noticed that! I'll have to ask, next visit. She was released with antibiotics, pepcid and a bag of IV fluid that I have to administer, if needed. She wouldn't eat or drink at the vet's so they wanted me to have the fluids, just in case. She came in the house and went directly to her water dish, so that was good, but she hasn't wanted to eat, yet.

Her IMS said that her latest blood tests were pretty good and the hematocrit was coming up. In the excitement of picking her up, getting instructions on her medications and paying the large bill, I forgot to ask for copies of her test results, so I will have to call them on Monday.

They said her belly is still somewhat tender...I've been very careful about not finding that out - she's had enough pain! She's still very tired and weak, but there is a big improvement even in the last 24 hours. I think being home will help her progress.

Woo hoo! She just got up and ate a couple bites of food and took her medicine in 2 pill pockets! :) She is panting a lot when she walks, though. I hope that's just because she hasn't walked much in 6 days.

Last Sunday I worried if she would ever be home again, so I am VERY happy!!! All of your positive thoughts worked!!! THANK YOU!! :D

This is such wonderful news, Mary Beth. I am so glad that Alivia is home, and that she has shown such an improvement. I hope she continues to improve, which she probably will, as she is home with you.

Bless both of you. You've both had a rough time. I know Alivia has to be so happy to be home.

This news just made my whole day:):)

Mary Beth, I am so happy Ali is home with you and is improving.

I will continue to says prayers for her recovery.

Love,
Addy

Mary Beth,

The picture of Alivia Rose's homecoming made me bawl. Isn't it just the best when you get them back home after a such trying time. I'm so happy for you.

Sleep Well,

Rene & Snoopie

You guys have been the best! Thanks for helping me and Alivia through this.

Just wanted to give a quick report on her first night home. She is drinking water in normal amounts and she is eating a small amount. I didn't want to give her too much too soon since she hadn't eaten at all for almost a week. So, we are easing her system in gradually. Glad that the IV fluids will most likely not be necessary!

She slept soundly! Barely moved. :) My backyard is fenced, so that is where my two go to "go", but they have to go down a flight of stairs from the deck. I thought it would be easier for Ali to go out to the front yard since there are only a couple steps. Normally she loves the front porch/yard, since it means I'll be outside with her or we are going for a walk or car trip. She is absolutely refusing to go out the front door! I think she must be terrified that she will go back to the hospital. Poor baby! :(

I am just so relieved to have her home and to see the improvement in her each day. This episode definitely put the Trilostane/Lysodren decision on hold for awhile, anyway.

Have a great weekend everyone! Give your sweet pups a hug and belly rub from Alivia and me!

Mary Beth I am so glad you both had a good night and Alivia continues to improve. Baby steps are fine steps to take. She was very sick.

I would put the trilostane on the back burner for now. Little Alivia needs to regain her strength.

Keep us posted.

Love,
Addy

Hi Mary Beth,

What good news! Ali is home!!! :D:D AND she's eating and drinking on her own! :D:D

Did the clinic show you how to pick Ali up so her tender belly isn't bothered as much? You may already know! But just in case......slip one arm under her forearms and one arm behind the knees; lift by first moving the arm behind the knees forward so that she sorta sits on that arm the immediately lift her off the ground, gently, using both arms. Don't wad her up when you get her off the ground but hold her to you keeping pressure off the belly and keeping the spine straight.

She may be very hesitant to go up or down steps for a day or so as she is quite tender so carrying her up and down will help. Don't be surprised if she doesn't really need to go to the bathroom right off - she hasn't had much input for output. ;)

You are right - being home usually does wonders for the healing process! Being with her loving mom is the bestest medicine of all! Keep up the good work!

Prayers and healing white light continue flying your way!
Hugs,
Leslie and the gang

I am so glad that Alivia is doing so much better. I'm sure you feel very relieved. I'm hoping that she continues to do well. Enjoy the rest of your weekend.

Hi, everyone.

Alivia continues to slowly improve. She seems to be panting a lot and sometimes her rear legs still seem weak, though. Her appetite and thirst seem normal - not Cushing's normal, just normal. I made her a dinner of boiled beef liver with some rice and cottage cheese, yesterday, and she picked all the liver out first! Then ate a bit of the rice and cottage cheese but left some in the bowl (which, Maxwell happily finished)! I am happy that I have not had to use the IV fluids!! Most importantly, she does not seem to be in any pain! :) She is still sleepy but her body has been through a lot, so I think that is to be expected. If she continues doing as well as she is doing I'll try to take her on some very short walks to try to slowly build up her stamina.

Hope you all are enjoying the aweekend. It is another rainy one in Pittsburgh!!!

Hurrah For Alivia

I am so very, very happy to hear of Alivia's continued improvement.
:D:D:D:D:D:D

Cause for celebration- I hearby declare today to be



ALIVIA DAY

Happy Alivia Day sweet puppy with the most beautiful eyes!!!!!


Love,
Addy