I'm right here too, Sharlene.
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I'm right here too, Sharlene.
Me too my dear. So wish I could do more.
Marianne, thank you for saying so eloquently exactly what I have just been struggling to write myself, only much more well expressed. Sharlene, my heart is with you, and I wish there was something I could do or say to help. I am by your side also. xo
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Originally Posted by labblab
Still here. Checking in again. Never too far away. ((((Hugs))))
I am so pleased that you decided to take Molly home. I know how rough this is. This sounds exactly what we went through with Palmer. My one "regret" is that I agreed to have him stay at the specialist's hospital for a few days, while they administered fluids. It did not change anything-but the doctor tried to assure us that we had done absolutely everything we could have for him. Keep Molly with you and let her know how very much she is loved. Talk to her. She needs you now. You need to enjoy her company. I am so sorry the picture is not better.
Hugs,
Sus
Surrounding you, Molly, and Daniel with all the love and energies I can provide. There is no doubt your precious girl is where she wants to be - home with her mom and dad. She knows above all that you hold her best interest foremost, no matter the cost to you. My prayers for you all continue to rise, candles burn carrying Molly's name to the Heavens.
Hugs,
Leslie and the gang
I so wish we were all physically close to you , Molly and Daniel. Since that is not possible, our cyber hugs will have to do along with prayers for all of you. I am giving Abbie extra cuddles in honor of Molly.
Thinking of you all and sending positive thoughts, prayers and love. xoxo
Morning update. She had a good night. When I said Molly time for bed she was ready and I carried her up like normal and she wagged her tail. She went to the door when I asked her if she needed to go outside. So that is good. Still won't eat but is drinking on her own when she is thirsty.
This morning when she woke up she had an accident and then took off pretty darn fast for a sick girl. I told her it was okay as she is sick. So she can move and walk on her own. She took off pretty quick after morning meds too.
She won't eat so I used syringe with baby food as Wendy did for her Katie. Ended up grounding up meds and putting in the baby food and that worked. Then gave her pain meds. Later she will get sub q fluids. I plan to use baby food in a strings as easier to digest than solid right now. Eventually the hope is she will start to eat as she feels better and we keep on antibiotic for a week.
I am not going to get blood tests today. I don't think there will be a change yet. Either she will respond or she won't. I am guarded in whether I think this will work or not but I think is worth a shot.
She is happy to be home. She makes that known to us just in her reactions. That she has any reaction is a positive right now. I was so scared for her yesterday.
I might be being foolish but it's worth a shot. She either will get better or not. We just don't know. Not even docs know for sure
I want to thank all of you for being here for us during this truly terrible time. I don't know if I'd got to this point without you. You Help me to be stronger for her.
What we are doing isn't a long term solution. It is to give her a chance. I am hoping the baby food given every couple hours will help her to get stronger enough to go it on her own once again. We shall see. Hour by hour. Day by day.
Oh Sharlene, I think you are doing all the right things right now. I would not take her in for bloodwork at this point, either. Just as you say, you will be able to see by her behavior if she is doing better. The time you and Daniel are spending with her is precious, no matter for how long. And also just as you've said, the bottom line right now is that nobody can say what is yet to happen. Thank you so much for taking the time to update us. It means the world to us to know how you three are doing. Keep up the good work, girl!
Way to go, Molly! Wag your tail, eat up and show everyone just what a diva can do.
I'm home and just caught up on the thread, been reading the week's updates with tears running down my face, a lump in my throat... so anxious to see how she is doing today. The time it took was just enough for you to post this morning's updates.
I'll be keeping you in my thoughts today. Lots of hugs your way!
Shana
To me that sounds positive! Getting nutrients in and keeping them in is GREAT! If that means syringing baby food, so be it....that will help her regain her strength and hopefully kick start her appetite. Her behavior is also a good sign to me - reacting to bed time, feeling shame at the accident, moving on her own now - all good things to me. ;) You are giving her every chance, just as she deserves...and if she can pull thru this, she most certainly will with her loving mom at her side like this.
We will always be with you, Sharlene, always.
Hugs,
Leslie and the gang
Happier news! I used to feed my cat baby food when he wouldn't eat and it usually worked to kick-start his appetite. She must feel much better just being home with her family. I will be thinking of you all day and watching for more news......
Oh Sharlene, I am so glad to hear that she is showing signs of feeling better!!
Getting them to eat when they don't want to just breaks your heart, Harley did that too.
I wonder if Nutri-cal would be something Molly would eat.
Sending loads of positive and healing energy along with huge loving hugs.
Awwww, she's happy to be home. Exactly where she wants to be. Surrounded by those she loves so very much.
Mid day checkin. So many chores to get done. :o
Hope she's able to eat a little more. Yes, I have had to use a syringe many times. It did help.
Molly is truly blessed to have such loving and devoted parents. I'll be back!!!
Hugs being sent your way, Sharlene.
Wish I could make it all better.
Certainly sounds like things have taken a positive turn, and so happy to hear. Wishing you all a good night and hoping that tomorrow will see improvements.
Hugs xx
Sounds better....yes! I hope you had a good day. It is what it is.....and it IS better!!! :D
Hugs,
Sus
So happy to read your update and that she is showing some positive signs! I hope she has continued to feel better throughout the day, has a quiet night tonight and is feeling even better tomorrow. Thinking of you all. xo
Thinking of you this morning, and sending more hugs and positive thoughts!
So here we all are Sharlene, climbing on that roller coaster with you!
We have no intention of letting you ride without all of us.
So everyone on board, it will be a long line, but I think we all fit!
Nope, you are never alone....lots of us crowded around you, Molly and Daniel. Hope today brings even more improvements.
Checking in too. ((((Hugs))))
Me too Sharlene, checking in here. Thinking of you guys and sending love and hugs. xo
Abbie and I are here, too! Lots of hugs sent your way!
I don't ride roller coasters, but I will be there to make sure everyone is securely fastened it and in an upright position. ;)
I'm here to Sharlene. Xxxooo
It isn't looking good. She still refuses to eat. Her poor little body While her spirit is strong it is the body that fails them it seems.
We have decided that unless there is a very big turn around which is doubtful that we will have the vet come to the house tomorrow night.
I didn't know the body could have this many teas in it. Even writing this is heart breaking.
I went to the pet store, the pharmacy, the grocery and bight very thing I could think of to try to notice her to eat even one bite on her own. No luck. I haven't been abl to find nitro-cal here. Just Ensure.
I even syringe some nasty tripe into her mouth to see if it would stimulate her but no luck there either.
I can't type any more right now. My iPad screen is getting soaked with my tears.
Mine too, Sharlene. I'm so very sorry, there just are no words.
But I am here and I will stay here, as will all your's and Molly's family. We love you both so much.
Aw, Sharlene -- I so wish that Molly would take a few bites. Having gone this route with Maggie, I know how heart-breaking it is. Please feel our hugs and love!
:(:(:(:( My heart is shattering, Sharlene. Like so many, yourself included, I have held tight to the belief this would turn around and our little diva would rally once again. I am not ready to let that hope go just yet so if it's ok, I am going to hold onto it a while longer.
Hugs and belly scritches,
Leslie and the gang
Oh Sharlene,
I am so sorry...
Oh Sharlene, I am so sorry. I am heartbroken to read this, and know how much it hurts. I'm here too along with the others. Sending ongoing love and prayers. xo
I'm completely lost for words... my heart just breaks for you.
I will remain here also. So many tears. :o I am so very sorry. We love you both so much. Our precious little diva muffin.
((((((((((((((((Hugs)))))))))))))))
I see that you are here right now Sharlene. Beaming tons of strength and love directly to you. You can do this. We are with you and understand. You and Daniel are not alone. There is a village.
my ian didn't want to eat anything the last 3 days of his life too.
my last resort were those recovery pouches from the vet. it is powder and you have to mix it with water and feed it with a syringe. i also bought instant puppy milk. both high in calories.
but it didn't work.
we are thinking of you and your husband and hope molly will enjoy your last day[s] together.
letting them go is the most unselfish gift we can give them.
lots of hugs from us!
Oh Sharlene, I'm just so sorry that you are faced with this but I know that you will make the right decision for Molly. As Iris says it's the most unselfish gift we can make because it breaks our hearts.
Hugs from us too
I'm not super active around here, but I wanted you to know I am here too. You are not alone in this Sharlene. We are all here.
Checking in again... It's an honor to share my birthday with all of you, but so wish the situation was different.