Squirt - my Queen has crossed The Bridge

Hi Leslie,

I'm so glad to hear Squirt is eating more and seems to have a little spring in her step. That is certainly good news! I'm lucky in that Hannah can get a laser treatment for $35 or get 6 for $180. At one a month, that keeps us going for a while. But at this vet, the doctor does the initial assessment/treatment, and then a tech does the rest, so I think that's how they keep it cheaper. When I first had it done at my primary vet, it was $60 for one or $150 for 3, so that was not too affordable.

Wouldn't it be nice if veterinary care was not so expensive?! It's no fun when you have to make decisions about helping your pet, simply because of cost. I sure hope the herbs have kicked in for Squirt and that she keeps feeling good!

Julie & Hannah

Herbs are a wonderful thing, so perhaps they Are helping Squirt. I think I'll follow your little voice too, cruel or not, because as you say, nothing else is acceptable.

You know, you do what you can with what you have. I hate how expensive it is to treat our beloved animals. It makes it out of reach for so many things to be done and always seems to be a juggle.

I think you and Squirt will do just fine. Good day and bad days, she has the best mommy in the world. You're a perfect fit.

HUGS,
Sharlene and Molly Muffin

The wife of one of our moderators reminded me yesterday of a product called Dog Gone Pain. I looked into it this morning and found a product that is similar but has higher mgs of the herbs in DGP plus several different ones I have been looking at. So I have ordered it. Here is the link telling about it and I will let you know how it works for Squirt as soon as I know.

http://www.onlynaturalpet.com/produc...Go/999163.aspx

That looks real interesting! Hope it works!
hugs,
Sharlene and Molly Muffin

Leslie;
Sorry to hear Squirt is in pain. This darn Veterinary care is so out of reach for average folks. I often find myself doing without things I need in order to take care of my girl. This should never have to be a choice that we have to make. In the last few years Vet charges have skyrocketed. I think it is more for Tipper to see the Vet than for me to see the Dr. With the price of food and gas, who can afford all of this on a fixed income? I wish there were some alternatives, or more Vets willing to accept payments. I used to have pet insurance on Tipper and the company folded, or she would be set right now. Too bad this had to happen after she had no insurance, but that is the way things go. Even if the Universities were willing to do things on an income basis, that would certainly help. Have you tried putting a heated pad like rice or beans in a material sack and heating it a little and holding it on her leg. When Tipper's legs got a little weak, I had my neighbor make me a sling ( she sews) it has 4 hole and two straps at the top. I would get in the tub put Tippers legs in the sling and pick her up and let her swim in the warm tub water holding her up high enough so her legs would go. It wasn't easy and made quite a mess, but I think it helped her keep going. Tipper has a luxating patella problem also like many small dogs. The Dr. told me not to bother with it as it it uncomfortable, not painful and doesn't happen real often. Since Tipper has continued her mile or more walk every day I am reluctant to even consider doing anything with it. I am sure if it becomes a problem she will let me know. I hope Squirt's pain goes away, and glad to hear he is eating better. God Bless You Both,
Patti

Both Squirt's back legs are pinned and screwed together - she had / has luxating patellas in both legs and a birth defect in the right leg that I allowed them to talk me into fixing. Something I now regret but it can't be undone. She apparently has an injury on the right shoulder now and that is the one she is limping on the most. So a sling wouldn't work as it would put pressure on either the front or the back legs causing extra stress on them. That rock and hard place, ya know. :( In reading up on liver diseases, I have found that lameness is one of the signs - but I haven't found if the lameness is rear or front or what. Maybe I don't want to find it.

We have a friend who is an animal communicator who also does Reiki and the higher form, Shamballa. She worked with Tasha the last few months of her life and helped her a great deal - me too. She started working with Squirt yesterday with the Reiki and I could tell a difference. She woke up from the session with a light in her eyes and her appetite was better. She ate all her supper at one sitting when offered. She had more energy yesterday evening and night than she has in a long time - and not a restless, anxious energy but alert, in tune with her surroundings. This weekend she is going to try to communicate with Squirt and will let me know what she learns.

And, yes, I believe in this with all my might. I believe there are powers available to us we have barely touched, that most of us never think about existing but they are there. Some of us are gifted and can access these powers, putting them to use - my friend is gifted. I have called her my Silver Winged Angel for years and she lives up to the title. It is a great comfort to me that her wings are wrapped around us now, bringing all her Power to bear on our behalf. My job is to listen, to love, to assist my Sweet Bebe in whatever lies ahead the best I can.

Hugs,
Leslie and Squirt

Leslie -

Good morning! This may seem weird...or not, but I had a dream about Crash and it was just tugging at me and lead me to check in this morning on our buddy Squirt. I am so sorry that Squirt has hit such a rough patch in her journey. Very interesting to read about your animal communicator friend and I totally believe there are true gifts and powers given to people! I will stay in touch here for updates.

Hugs and prayers!

Tammy, Darby, Riley, and angel Crash

awww... bless Crash and bless you, Tammy!

Hey Leslie,

I'm just starting to catch up after a time away and so sorry to hear Squirt is struggling. I am happy to hear though that the reiki helped out and that you have such an amazing friend who can do this for you both! I just wish I knew someone like that here too :) I wholeheartedly believe in these treatments (having had them myself) and wish you the best of luck. I will certainly look forward to hearing how the communication goes too!

Yay, so glad the Reki made a difference. Sometimes it is not the path most trodden that has the best results but the little one off to the side that looks interesting. You have taken those paths that looked the most interesting and I am so glad that the results are helping. Again, I can't help but think of how wonderful you are with Squirt and Squirt with you.

hugs,
Sharlene and Molly Muffin

I left the house for a few minutes this morning and when I came home SQUIRT MET ME AT THE DOOR! :):cool::) This is the first time in about 3 weeks she's done that! Then she went, laid down and I had to wake her for lunch but that's ok. I'll take that that joy from seeing her at the front door gladly! :)

it's the little things that make us so happy .....good girl squirt !!! thanks for putting a smile in mommys' heart ...patty(milo)meka xoxox

Whooo hoooo! Nothing keep Squirt down for long. :) I'm glad she met you at the door. She was thinking, I hear momma, where is she..oh there she is..nap time. ROFL :)

A good day Leslie!
hugs,
Sharlene and Molly Muffin

You go Squirt, nothing is going to keep you down!! You got your mommy all happy now and that's a good thing!! God Bless You Squirt keep on going girl!
Patti

Aw, simple joys, but so mountain moving for us cush moms, thanks for sharing the good news! Way to go Squirt!!!!!

Keep it up Squirt!!!!!:)
There is nothing like a fur baby waiting to greet us at the door! Particularly when they haven't been able to do it for a long time! Thanks for sharing!

Kathy and Buddy:)

Yippeeee!!!!!!!!!!!!! That's great!

WooHoo, you go sweet Squirt!!!!

Yay, Squirt!!! That's wonderful!

Julie & Hannah

Nothing on earth like that little face greeting you at the door; Must be one of life's most reassuring moments! Go Squirt!:D

yay Squirt! sounds like you had a good day. ;)

Hello

Just wondering how You and Squirt are today and how the session went yesterday? Did the woman manage to communicate with her?

Big hug

Mel
Xxxxx

Leslie:
I truly believe in this as you do. There are people in my hometown that do this, but none where I live now or I would be doing it. I hope it keeps helping Squirt. Maybe this is the boost you both needed. Squirt keep up your spunkiness!! Blessings to you both.
Patti

Squirt at the door equals happy heart:D:D:D:D:D:D:D

always in my heart and prayers

its really nice to have happy tears forming and my heart beat in my throat feeling for such awesome news. (((((((((((((((((((hugs))))))))))

Squirt goes in at 11 this morning for the liver recheck. gulp I'll let ya'll know what we learn.

Hi,:)
Wellness thoughts and hugs being sent your way.
Kathy and Buddy:)

Leslie:
We are crossing fingers and paws that all comes out well for Squirt. Big hugs for Squirt she is a real trooper. I will be thinking of you two, and sayimg a prayer for you both.
Patti

I'll hold my breath till you get back:D:D:D

You can breath now, Addy. ;)

Her blood was to lipimic for a reading even after being spun so Doc is freezing it and going to try to get a reading that way. If it still won't work, we will go back tomorrow or another day and try again. He had to take two draws today and that's enough for one day. :( I'm supposed to call this afternoon and find out so I'll let you know.

She has gained a bit! She's up to 13.8 from 13.1. :)

Well yay, that seems good that her weight has come up a bit. Every positive thing counts :)

Crossing fingers for a good blood reading.

hugs,
Sharlene and Molly Muffin

Every little positive thing helps the soul! I hope you and Squirt have a good day now. Blessings
Patti

I'm glad to hear Squirt gained a little weight. I hope they'll be able to do the blood work and your poor little girl won't have to be poked again.

Julie & Hannah

I am also happy to hear that sweet Squirt has gained some weight!! Go Squirt!! Waiting with baited breath for your next update.

Sending huge and loving hugs to you both, Lori

Hello

Just wondering if you spoke to the vet re Squirts blood?

Hope your both ok and having a great day :)

Mel
Xxxxx

I called this morning and haven't heard back from Doc yet. The tech said she thought we were going to have to come back and perhaps send this sample off to an outside lab. She didn't thing the second frozen sample worked either. So when I hear from Doc as to what we do now, I'll let you know.

Thanks!

Boo to being stuck again, extra belly rubs to you little Squirt

Xxxx

Fiddle sticks. How is Squirt doing today? Find your one funny, happy moment of the day and embrace it. :)

hugs,
Sharlene and Molly Muffin

A big ole hug coming your and Squirty's way xxxxxxxxxxx

I dont think I can hold my breath much longer

:eek::eek::eek::eek:

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