My Pug Scoop (Precious Scoop has passed... )

Leslie, Patty, Patty, Addy-Thanks
Yes I went last night. It was the counselor, me and two other people who were together. It makes you feel better when there but then you get home and everything comes rushing back. Last night was one week since Scoop's passing so that made it even harder.

I also talked to the two nurses who were with Scoop his last night. They loved Scoop and tried their best. The one nurse gave him an ear, neck and back rub for about 10 minutes till about 10:50PM. She then took another dog out and the other nurse checked on Scoop and noticed he wasn't breathing. Just then the first nurse was coming in. They told me everyone stopped what they were doing and started CPR. I got the dreaded phone call and dashed over there but there was no hope. He was gone and they couldn't help him. I miss him so very much.

Leslie, That is beautiful. They all are.

Today I had a meeting with Scoop's IMS. I said I wanted to talk to her in person instead of over the phone. I said I would pay but she didn't charge me. She said she believes that what happened to Scoop was he had multiple organ failure from the infection. She said she believes his immune system was compromised and he couldn't fight the infection. She said why his immune system was so bad that she didn't know and she said you can't fix an immune system. She told me she was surprised at what happened. She didn't expect Scoop to pass away. Of course after I'm home and start thinking I have other questions. I guess I'll have to call.

Before I left she said, this is from us. She gave me a book. It's called Dog Heaven. It reminds me of a children's book. There's not a lot of words on each page. Scoop's IMS wrote a note to me inside the front of the book, the other IMS who is also co-owner of the hospital wrote inside the back of the book and others wrote in different spots on the pages inside. I think they are the nurses from the daytime. The daytime Veterinary Referral and the emergency are two separate things. There is plenty of room to write on the pages. That was so special.

This whole thing with Scoop is so hard. I just don't see it getting any easier any time soon. I feel so bad.

Hi Vicki,
What struck me is the Scoop, had a 10 minute back,ear rub before passing quietly in his sleep.
I think that while there is nothing that can make the pain go away, that it is good that he wasn't in distress, he just went quietly after having a relaxing massage.
There may never be a definitive answer. His body was tired, it had fought long and hard for him.
I wish there where answers to every question, but what is important now, is that Scoop had a really wonderful life. He lived well and he played well and he loved well and in return he was loved. There isn't much better that can be said for any life.

hugs,
Sharlene

Oh Vicki - I just can't imagine the thoughts that keep going through your head. Just like all of us here do for our pups, I know you did everything humanly possible for Scoop...it seems that the vets cared a bunch for the two of you as well. Prayers being sent your way as I know this is such a sorrowful time...

xoxox,

Kerry (Millie's Mama)

it is truly a heartbreak losing our babies,believe me i know...vicki know that you did oh so much to keep your scoop comfortable and gave him the most wonderful life and know that he loved you so so much.you take all the time you need to grieve for him because this will eventually bring you to a healing heart.i will always be checking in on you to see how you are...take care patty (milo)meka xoxoxo

Vicki
Not knowing the WHY can be very difficult-sometimes it takes a long time to put all the pieces together and find some sort of closure.How wonderful that Scoop received such loving care by the nurses.He must have been so comforted by a nice backrub.After my Fella passed,I learned my dog walker performed Reiki and gave him massages at night.It was so touching-it was such a comfort to know that my little guy was shown such tenderness and kindness as was your Scoop.So thoughtful that the staff gave you the book with all their signatures-obviously they too loved your Scoop very much and he was in loving caring hands.
Patty

Vicki,
how wonderful (the book with signatures)!
Vets that take the time to do something like this truly care. Scoop's passing was a shock, but it sounds like he crossed peacefully and we can't ask for more than that when the time comes. A massage :) That made me smile.

He was tired sweetie. Nothing we can do about that. One day, we'll be tired too. xoxo

Hey Vicki, thank you for sharing your stories about your precious angel Scoop, I'm so glad he crossed over rainbow bridge so peacefully....thats my hope for Simba too...I loved the part about the book with the signatures, what a sweet gesture...take care hon, sending hugs and prayers as you miss your sweet Scoop..
On a light side whenever I read about Scoop, I always think of those corn chips Scoops, not sure why, cute name....maybe Scoop was little dipper?:)

Poor Scoop had so much going on didn't he, how lovely to hear he had a nice massage and then went to sleep. I think if it was me, I would feel good to hear those nurses took such good care of him, it is lovely they do all those little extras to make our babies feel loved while they are in their care.

That book sounds precious, what a sweet thing for them all to do. I know it is going to take a long time for you to come to terms with this, you spent so long trying to help him and now it is such a big hole in your life with all the spare time to just think if I had only done this, or we could have tried that. Sometimes it is just time no matter what we try and do. So hard. Sending lots of hugs to you xxxxx