Sharlene -- Fingers crossed that you get the new job! Your life is so busy that I bet any small change for the better would help.
Hugs to Molly from us!
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Sharlene -- Fingers crossed that you get the new job! Your life is so busy that I bet any small change for the better would help.
Hugs to Molly from us!
Me too!! :DQuote:
Originally Posted by judymaggie
I've not posted for a while but have been keeping up to date with Miss Molly and others. Fingers crossed that you get the job as it will make things easier for you if you can be home, even if you do have to work, and the company will be better ;)
Fingers and paws crossed that you get the job, if you really want it.;)
I didn't get the job, so oh well. Nothing to be done about that.
Molly didn't have her ACTH as they where low on the agent used for the test and so we'll get it when more is in stock at the vet hospital.
Really cushings is like the least of my current worries with molly. Her Creatinine has increased again, putting her at an early Stage III Kidney disease.
BUN 24.7 range 3.2 - 11 june 2016 - 16.9
Creatinine 240 range 44 - 133 june 2016 - 185
SDMA 29 range 0 - 14 june 2016 - 26
Calcium 3 range 2.2 - 2.8 june 2016 wasn't tested but has been ranging in the 3 range for this entire year
ALT and ALKP while both still elevated have come down from previous test
ALT 163 range 18 - 121 may 2016 - 185
ALKP 975 range 5 - 160 may 2016 - 1062
So her kidneys are more of a priority right now.
She still has the 2 small kidney stones but now also has 2 small bladder stones. We will likely try a hydroexpulsion of the bladder to get them out, as surgery isn't really an option. We need to try this so as after 3ml size it isn't an option to use.
An ultrasound shows both adrenal glands are larger in size with nodules.
She hurt her back about 2 weeks ago now and today we put her on Gabapentin which is better for nerve type pain, although not thrilled with it being expelled through the kidneys, but can't have her in pain either. So, 8 days of this and reevaluate the situation.
Her back legs are much worse, so we have some exercises to try to build the muscle on those.
She isn't vomiting or completly refusing food yet and we just hope she keeps drinking enough and can stay hydrated.
There is a Lot going on with molly and although none of it is particularly good or positive, she still has a great attitude and when she is feeling good (back not hurting her) she is playful even, but I don't like seeing her in pain, so that is a priority.
One positive is that her UPC is now .7 Protein loss with the advancing kidney disease is less of a concern.
Near sight is completely gone, only some distance sight remains which has her jumpy as can be.
So, kids bought a house that is going to require a lot of work and they will be moving in with the baby for a week while their place sells and then hope they can get one floor livable to move into as they come with 2 cats, that have never been around dogs and have to stay in the bedroom. Molly also is not a cat fan and especially without sight, isn't to be trusted near them.
It is all very stressful for my husband and myself these days. I really am just focused as much as possible on molly and doing what is best for her to keep her quality of life up. I'm hoping that with the meds for her back and the exercises for her legs, that at least until the kidney disease progresses too much that we can keep her happy and playful and pain free.
Sharlene -- sure do wish the kidney disease would stabilize. Hopefully, the Gabapentin will help with her back pain and not influence her appetite negatively.
Fingers crossed that another opportunity will come along job-wise.
Abbie sends a big ar-o-o-o to sweet Molly!
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I know how worried you must be but I also know our sweet girl is in the best of hands with her mom. If I knew anything to share about kidney disease I would be happy to but I know next to nothings and am sure you have all the bases covered anyway. Just know I am here if you ever need a shoulder to lean on.
Hugs,
Leslie and the gang
So sorry for all your troubles. But happy that Molly has such a great attitude. I'm sure she'll do fine thru these stressful times with you by her side caring for her.
Sharlene - sending good thoughts and strength. This will pass. Keep your chin up!
(((Hugs))) are first. Those kidney/bladder stones and the Gabapentin could be contributing to the rise in the creatinine so just maybe her kidneys haven't really gotten any worse.
You both are in my thoughts and prayers.
More hugs, Lori
Good golly, Miss Molly. :o So glad that her attitude is good and you are managing any pain. It's all so hard. We are right here with you Sharlene.
Big hugs my dear,
Kathy
Massive Hugs from Henry and me too.
I just wish I was able to help in some way, but I don't have any experience with the kidneys. It sounds like Molly is coping well, and has the best support team ever.
Hi Sharlene-
Looks like you in the middle of a very rough road. I am so sorry. How old is Molly now? I think the loss of vision is a hard one to deal with.....more so for us Moms-the fur babies seem to adjust somehow.
I'll keep all of you in my thoughts and hope you get some good news soon. I'm sending a BIG hug north. Should be there by the time you get up on Sunday.
Take care.
-Sus
She wasn't on any pain meds when the test was done, but maybe the bladder stones are contributing to her creatinine and BUN going up?
I'm going to be emailing the specialist to see when we can try to get the bladder stones out of her.
Cross fingers.
My current manager is thrilled I'm not leaving. I wasn't actually looking for a new job, when they started calling me last year to see if I'd be interested in the one I finally agreed to apply for, so I won't be actively looking for a different position. I'm hoping that some automation processes coming soon will make a difference. Also we just hired on a new team member, so hopefully the crazy stuff at work will stop or lessen.
Now we are into crazy with the kids and them getting a place that has to be renovated down to the studs, likely moving in with us, cats, dogs and arrrgghhh.
Seems like when one thing gets less crazy, the something else steps in to get more crazy. I can't remember when last my hubby and I actually had couple time, or an evening that wasn't somehow bouncing around from one place to another and dealing with multiple situations. It's been awhile thats for sure.
My daughter said last night, she wishes the next 6 months where over with and I practically yelled "6 MONTHS!!!!" good lord, I'll never survive 6 months, you'll find me clutching molly in some padded cell by that time!!!!
Mother in law arrives this thursday!!! Having fun yet? :) :) :) LOL At least her and molly are good together. LOL She just has to leave before the kids arrive on the 6th.
Okay, let me get that email off to internal medicine. Then have to go stage house for photos for listing.
Molly gave me hell last night for coming home, feeding and walking her and then leaving and not coming back till late and when it was time for her last walk. She was yaking like crazy at me when I came in the door. Not barking, but serious grumble sounds. Hopefully tonight will be better or I'll be in the dog house, no her! (like she has a dog house, she owns our house) LOL
Poor Sharlene,
My daughter, son-in-law, grandson and cat (who our vet said was the meanest cat he had ever met) moved in with us for one whole year when Josh was a year old....you'll get used to it.
After a while you just get numb and count down the days in your head...never out loud!
oh no, never out loud! LOL
If it wasn't for the cats, it wouldn't be an issue. Well not much of one anyhow.
Molly and cats though is Not a happy mix. Our house and cats is not a particularly happy mix either come to think of it.
You've got this!!!!!. I think I know you well enough that you'll breeze through the confusion better then most of us would. I could tell when we met you have a calm attitude so I'm sure that will help in this unusual time.
Glad Molly is feeling well enough to tell you off- LOL- she knows how to rule.:D
You will need five pitchers a night of girls night out.
I agree with Lori, I really think those increases are from the stones so don't get too worried yet and her UPC is down so that's good news.
The kids won't want to leave if you cook for them, lol. They will be anxious to have their house done so pray contractor keeps all renovations on schedule.
I don't know how you keep it all going but you always do and you do it well.
Big hugs
Well I feel like I'm going in a million different directions right now.
Molly, has good days and not so good days but usually perks up even on a not good day in the evening.
Bladder stones. Well, they have to come out one way or another, the risk of a blockage is too great to just leave them.
We are going to try urohydropropulsion. I've asked for either next Wed or the following week. If we can do it under heavy sedation that would be best, as with the high blood pressure, general anethesia is a higher risk, however, if they don't all come out or if there is a bladder rupture, she would immediately go into surgery. I'm freaking terrified and a real wreck.
Poor girl, she is blind as a bat but smart. Does get a bit confused when she thinks I'm in one room only to have me walk in when she is looking where she thinks I am, then I'm behind her or something.
Her back leg gives out quite a bit. Most of the time if she feels good, she jumps right up and keeps going, but sometimes a really loud thump when she falls over, means she waits it out for a bit till she feels confident to get back up. She really is a trooper.
I think her back is getting better but she is still on the pain meds for it and not allowed to jump.
On the home front, my MIL left this morning and we are waiting to see if the kids are moving in next week or what is happening with their home plans, selling, buying, renovating, etc. It's just very busy around her with people coming and going all the time and just when you think you have some time to yourself, something else comes up.
I declared myself ready to run away and join the circus the other day. Really had our daughter rolling with laughter as I think she is feeling the same way.
I said, come on, lets just go, get in the car and we'll find us a circus and do a two man juggling act to support ourselves. We'll come back when the guys have all the house stuff sorted out and completed. :) :) :)
Even now, we expect to have people here later for this and that. So once again I have to go.
I apologize for not being around but I haven't forgotten any of you!
Oh, poor Molly...I would be freaking out, too Sharlene. When things got hectic with everyone living here, I would take my grandson and Lena and we would take off for the beach at night and he would play in the sand and me and Lee would just sit and enjoy the sound of the waves and Josh talking to himself. Just an hour or two and we'd be ready to go back.
Sometimes I would go across the street to one of my neighbors and swim in her pool for an hour or so. I loved having Josh here, but his parents just got on my nerves. At that time our Andee was still alive and Lee and Ann just loved Josh...he kept them entertained for hours! Take some time for yourself, Sharlene, it helps.
Awwww Sharlene. I'm so sorry. So thankful that our little diva has you.
Oddly enough, the CIRCUS has very high standards. They turned me down. ;)
(((((Hugs)))))
Hi Sharlene and woof, woof Molly!
I'm not @ home, but I am checking in on my best buds.....I am so sorry to hear of Molly's woes. I've had to deal with my dog's loss of eyesight. It's so sad. They are such troopers. They are even more loving if that can even be possible.
Sounds crazy at your house. You and Molly should sneak away for a nap.
My thoughts are with you and Molly. Please keep us posted as you can.
BIG hug,
Love,
Sus
Just stopped by to see how things were going, and sorry to read about Miss Molly's bladder stones. We'll be thinking of her on Wed and sending masses of good vibes that the procedure is a success and there's no need for any op.
Things sound really hectic for you at the moment so take time to look after yourself.
Hugs x
Hey Sharlene, just checking in to see whether Miss Molly's procedure is a "go" for tomorrow. If so, sending tons of healing thoughts and well wishes her way (and yours, too!). I know you and hubby will be on pins and needles, and we'll be right there alongside you. Update us as you can, and our thoughts will definitely remain with you throughout.
(((((((Hugs!!!!))))))))
no we won't be doing it tomorrow. I'd pushed it to next week now so I can be home with her (we are having some power outages here due to work in the area)
However, that being said, molly hasn't been well lately, not eating, now worried not drinking enough, lethargic. Just she hasn't been good at all since Sunday I think. Her appetite went off then.
She had her kennel cough and distemper shots on Saturday, seemed okay. Then sunday no. We got her to eat a bit of steak last night (no meds because I can't get any food in her really) and she won't take treats either. Threw up the steak over night.
We are going to the vet today at 3:30pm and I'm hoping maybe some fluids will help her or something. We're seeing the local vet just across the park from us.
At the moment, I don't think she is well enough to schedule the procedure. :(
Over all unless she makes a turn around soon, this is not good. :( I can't even get her up in the mornings to go outside. She just sleeps, won't interact, won't take treats, food for the past 3 days.
Oh Shar, no this is not good at all...:( :( :(
I am worried right along with you. :o
Fingers crossed that the vet visit today will really help. Please do let us know.
I'll let you know what the vet says.
Today is my birthday too and I'm just so worried that I can't concentrate on anything. Just trying to hold it together you know. I've been crying for days because it feels like it's not good, and each day feels worse. Little tail wags make me glow with happiness, but they don't last longer than moments, and she is so weak that she can't even diva like she does normally.
Oh I totally understand and will be staying right here. Sending much love and comfort to you both!
I'm here, too, Sharlene. Please let us know how she is when you can. Prayers rising, healing and strengthening energies flying our sweet girl's way.
Hugs and gentle belly rubs,
Leslie and the gang
Oh Sharlene I am sorry to hear our girl is not feeling well and I hope that she starts to feel much better, that would be such a great birthday present for you...Happy Birthday, Sharlene!
Sharlene -- just catching up and I am so sorry to learn that Molly is feeling poorly. Hopefully, fluids will help. Wondering if you could get some nutri-cal into her. Putting some on your finger and then on the roof of her mouth is one way to get it in if she won't lick it off your finger. Definitely not time for a birthday celebration --
Big hugs sent your way and prayers that Molly will perk up!
So sorry to hear that little Molly isn't feeling too good at the moment. :(
I hope the vet was able to help. Do they think it could be a reaction to the vaccinations - I know some can cause our pups to feel a bit under the weather for a few days.
Big but gentle hugs from Henry and me xx
& Happy Birthday, even though you may not feel like celebrating
They gave her fluids which helped I think.
Took bloods. Gave her an anti nauseous shot.
Sent her home with some GI can food, which she promptly turned her nose up at. So, she still won't eat or even take treats but at least not dehydrated right now.
Her tummy showed some tenderness, so could be pancreatis, there was mention of possible kidney infection, but not as high on the list. We'll know more once bloods come back. IMS to be consulted. So hopefully tomorrow we'll have the bloods back and know more, although I never seem to get the bloods back as fast through the regular vets as through the specialist.
So, lets hope she perks up and eats a bit tonight. I feel better after having these sort of frank, technical discussions than when things are just emotional.
Oh!!! I just heard a noise in the kitchen, turned around and I'd left a liver crunchy treat beside her food bowl to try to entice her in that direction. She is crunching on the liver treat now that is what I heard Hopefully she will also eat a bit of the gi food. The vet said dogs normally love it but with a kidney problem dog, you never know. I'll pick up chicken to cook later and maybe do some chicken rice mush if she doesn't eat this. I'll try anything!!!
So this is a positive! whew hope it holds up. Even when she is finicky she never turns down treats, so that was a definite tell for us that she wasn't right and the vet agreed, definitely something not right but they have to figure out what.
Usually for a vaccine reaction, they'd give steroids but can't with molly.
Yay for liver crunchy treats! OK then, here's hoping this will start her eating again, at least a bit. Thanks so much for the update and now we'll have to try to stay patient for the results...so hard to do! :o
she ate some of the GI food too!
This is good. I'm going to treat it like pancreatis which it could be and give her small amounts throughout the day.
Hopefully she will drink enough too. She is now having a nap on her bear skin rug, which is where she has been all day. I blocked behind the couch as I'll never get her out if something is wrong.
Oh that is so good!! :) :)
Now maybe you can go ahead and pour yourself a tall glass of wine and actually give some thought to your birthday, Sharlene. Although Molly eating is probably the best present of all! ;) ;)
Oh, I am so so glad she ate the treat and then some food! I hope she continues to perk up as the night progresses! Go, Molly, go!!!!!
Whew! Thank goodness Molly has eaten something, even if just a little bit. Abbie loves her gi low fat food and will eat it even if she won't eat anything else so, hopefully, Molly will do the same.
I totally agree with Marianne -- definitely time for a big birthday glass of wine and time to get your blood pressure back down to normal!
OMG!!!!!! Sooooo this is what happens when I'm at work!! :o
So glad she ate some. What a bummer birthday, but you certainly can have a redo, when things are more settled. Tell hubby that I said so!;)
Yes, we remain with you. You are stuck with us!!!
Sending you much love and birthday wishes and healing energy to our little diva.
Thanks for keeping us posted. xxxooo