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Leslie -
So glad to hear Squirt is doing well. Such an adjustment in the pack I'm sure without dear Ruby, but Squirt's vibrance, spirit, and spunk endures - what a wonderful thing for all of you. Continued good wishes to all! :)
Tammy, Crash, & Darby
...an extra "woof woof" to Squirt from Crash & Darby!
Hi ya'll,
Well, it's been a while and it's time to share some things with ya'll.
Squirt continues to do well with her Cushing's...she hasn't been tested recently but still has no signs and the blood work she has had done supports that as well.
But she is facing another issue...her knees. Actually it is her right knee. We went to see her old vet yesterday who thinks it is the "tendon" they put in originally that has stretched and needs tightening. Since we are looking for a new Gp vet anyway, I went ahead and made her 2 more appts. to get a second/third opinion. (Some of you may recall my strong reluctance to having this surgery inflicted on any other pet again.) They didn't take any pics and sent us home with Tramadol and Rimadyl, to return in a week if not improved. :( They did do a mini-panel to check her liver and kidney values before giving her the Rimadyl and I was very pleased with the results. Will post them tomorrow. The only thing that caught my attention was a slight elevation in total protein.
Today the vet we saw seconded my fears, via radiographs...a pin has worked its way up out of the bone and is sticking up about 3/16". He is waiting for her records from TN to arrive and then he will contact the same surgeon that I wanted to do Crys' surgery...he is the only board-certified surgeon in ARK. Dr. Nelson, the GP today, has worked with Dr. Dew (the surgeon) and feels that Squirt is a prime candidate for stem cell therapy. The pin would be removed and then the therapy would begin as soon as the correct cells are growing and can be injected. I am not at all familiar with stem cell therapies but if this can help her and be less invasive than redoing the knee, it is certainly worth talking about.
For tonite, Squirt remained at the vets. She was sedated for the radiographs and once they saw the pin realized the amount of pain she must be in, plus they want to keep her as quiet and still as possible. Every time she moves, that pin is moving as well and causing more damage.
I had put her on conservative management the last few days trying to limit her movements and had debated giving that measure a few more days before taking her in. I am so glad I didn't. What this will mean for her in the coming days, I'm not sure. I hate the thought of the pain she much be experiencing and hate the thought of her going under the knife again...for any reason. But she has given no indication that she is tired of this old world and until she does, I will do everything I can to help her have the best life possible.
Tonite will be a long, lonely one...she is supposed to be here but I have to believe she is at less risk of injury where she is. (Otherwise, I would be banging on someones door yelling, "GIVE ME MY BABY!!!") I will keep you informed of her situation as I can.
Say a prayer for my Sweet Bebe...
Hugs,
Leslie and Squirt
Leslie,
We do what we have to to help our babies. I have you and Squirt in my thoughts and prayers. Stay strong.
Jenny
Dear Leslie,
Keeping you and your bebe in my thoughts and prayers. I'm sure she would rather be home with you too. Give her a hug from us when you see her tomorrow.
Dear sweet Leslie,
You and Squirt are definitely in my thoughts and prayers. I know that when Corky started having problems with one of his hind legs that has a pin in it, his vet and surgeon thought they would have to remove the pin as it kept popping out. I'm hoping and praying that Squirt will improve without having to have this done.
Bless your heart, we're here for you, as you've always been for us.
Luv ya bunches,
Dear Leslie,
I am so sorry to hear about Squirt's knee problem, but very reliefed she is in capable hands. I know, it's tremendously hard to give them into the care of someone else cause noone does a better job then we do, right? :) I'll be anxiously awaiting the news of how they will proceed with Squirt's knee...
Keeping you and Squirt close,
Saskia and Yunah :)
Hi Leslie,
Thinking of you and Squirt and hoping she's home again soon.
Linda and Spicey
Hi Leslie,
Keeping you and Squirt in my thoughts and prayers. Give precious Squirt some hugs and kisses from Harley and me when you see her. Please let us know anything as soon as you can.
Love and (((hugs)))
Lori
Leslie, Will pray for you and Squirt. Do keep us updated. Sounds like Squirt is in great hands. Keep the faith. Kim
Hi Leslie,
We are all hoping and praying things turn out well for Squirt.
Hugs,
Addy and Zoe