Lulu 11 y.o. Pom has gone over the Rainbow Bridge to meet Jojo

Hi Glynda,

Glad to hear that Lulu seems fine today :). Also glad to hear that you're not going bald and still have a lush furry tail :p

Hugs and good wishes,
Jane, Franklin and Angel Bailey xxx

Hi Glynda,

Again with this bit about Drs. charging to write a script. Glad you called him on it but sorry you had to. Fingers crossed here for a seizure free 2011.

Scott

Oh Glynda, I hate seizures...I recognized the first ones that Lady had as grand mal seizures but the next two were so strange and could only be back spasms....they happened just like the ones that Natalie described to her Chris.
Hope everything goes smoothly for you and your health issues and that there are no more seizures for Lulu!
Take care,
Jo-Ann

Zoe, Koko and I are hoping no more seizures!!!!!!! My daughter had one when she was two and it was the worst expereince. Never want to do that again.

I was just reading about stress and how it raises cortisol and affects our immune system. Some of what you have been going through physically reminds me of me!!!! Hope you are feeling better soon.:) It is no fun. We can't have our number one positive motivator under the weather.:D

Wishing you a healthier New Year and hope things calm down at your house.:)

Hugs,
Addy

Hi Glynda,

I'm just catching up. I'm glad Lulu is doing better. Corky had several seizures, but we didn't know what caused them. There was one seizure that he had, which was the last one he had almost two years ago, which was the result of his taking Clavamox twice in a very short period of time. I hope Lulu doesn't have any more.

I also hope that you're feeling better.

Take care.

I've been around longer than most and have outlived many of my furbabies. One was never easier than the other to say goodbye to. Having senior babies of my own and senior and special needs fosters, I am reminded daily of how frail they are and how quickly their health can deteriorate. Whether I shared my life with them for a day or 18 years, it was never easy to remain selfless and not let my emotions cloud my better judgment.

While I have never met her in person, I was introduced to a wonderful woman last year who left a lasting impression on me. If anybody is deserving of wings, it is Susan Marino, the founder of Angel's Gate Hospice for Animals. Susan is about as close as you can get to an expert on knowing when to say goodbye. For those of us who may need help or maybe just a refresher, she wrote the Animal Hospice Guidelines below. I think I need a refresher as I am not so certain that my Jojo has such a great quality of life any more.

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ANIMAL HOSPICE GUIDELINES


1. Be present and be in the moment with me. In the moment of now we will write the final chapter of my life. Your presence is everything. Listen to me with your heart.

2. I have a right to compassionate, considerate, respectful care. Choose for me a veterinarian who will honor me physically, emotionally and spiritually. One who will listen to you because you are my advocate and no one loves me as you do. Choose a veterinarian who will offer her or his wisdom so that you can make informed decisions regarding my care.

3. Keep me free from pain and symptoms so that I may enjoy my day and the precious time I have left with you. Seek to understand the different types of pain I may have. Look for enthusiasm in my eyes as a gauge. Celebrate my life with me till the very end!

4. Keep me well nourished so that my body will have the fortitude that it needs to fight disease and energy to function. Offer me my favorite foods to entice me to eat but honor my decision, should I choose not to eat.

5. Keep me well hydrated; for this will keep me in balance with the universe.

6. Keep me warm and comfortable. I will need to be bathed more frequently-maybe several times a day. My favorite bed and blanket gives me security and lets me feel safe. I want to smell fresh air and to feel the warmth of the sun on my face. I want to hear the softness of your voice reassuring me of my importance in your life.

7. Let me stay active and continue to be a part of the family I love so dearly. I want to go for rides in the car, and long walks on the beach, and snuggle with you on the couch while we watch TV. Keep fun in our day.

8. Touch me. Your loving hands have fed me, played with me, comforted me and now give me strength. Linger just a little longer as you scratch my ear. Your touch lets me know you are there and gives me assurance that you care.

9. Give me permission to leave- I need to hear those words from you- I need to know you will be OK. Let me go. Know it is my time even if it seems like it is too soon. Support me as I take my final breath.

10. If there comes a time when you know that I am suffering please euthanize me. I trust that you will always make the right decision for me for I am the blood of your heart. Be with me- I want you to be my last vision.

11. As there has been great joy in our life together now let there be joy in my passing. Cherish and be thankful for our happy moments together. Promise to keep my memory alive in all you do every day.

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Glynda,

I'm sorry to hear that you are at a point of worrying about Jojo's quality of life...

Natalie

Oh Glynda,

I am so sorry too...sending huge hugs.

Love and more hugs,
Lori

I'm also sorry to hear this Glynda. I'm sending positve thoughts and prayers.

With a sad heart I am Sending big (((HUGS))) and a special and loving back scratchy to JoJo.