Good news and bad news
Bad news first. My baby is sick.
Donnie and I came home from breakfast yesterday and were curious why Snow wasn’t at the door to greet us. We yelled out for her and she let out a horrifying scream for us. We ran up the stairs, two at a time, and found her collapsed and lethargic in the hallway. Donnie gently reached down to pick her up, while I ran downstairs to call our vet.
Apparently, I have the only vet in town that will not see a customer after hours–they have us drive 70 miles away to London (South Vetinary by the way). We called Blue Cross animal hospital and they refused to see us because we weren’t a customer. Donnie called the Humane Society who convinced Blue Cross to see her, and 5 minutes before we were to leave the house, the Humane Society called us to say that Blue Cross had an emergency with their own customer and will not see us. Needless to say, we are on the hunt for a new vet!
We drove Snow to London’s emergency clinic where I gave a history of loss of weight loss (why didn’t I know that was a serious problem in a puppy?!) and small appetite (but don’t small dogs have tiny appetites?). After bloodwork, we were told in a round-about way that there is kidney and liver failure. She has no muscle mass and has been sick for a very long time, yet showed absolutely no symptoms. All through our meeting with the vet, Snow layed like a ragdoll in my arms.
After buckets of tears from the both of us, we left snow in London for the weekend, where she will be hooked up to IV and monitored. On Monday morning we have to pick her up at 8:00 a.m. and bring her back to Sarnia for an ultrasound, as London’s only ultrasound vet is on maternity leave.
I will keep you posted
This morning I called for an update, only to hear, “didn’t you call me an hour ago?” I replied, “I guess that was my husband, I’ll get an update from him.” She must have known how much anxiety I had because she said a little more gently that Snow’s bloodwork has become normal after the IV throughout the night.
I’ll keep you posted.
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Sep 27, 2009 - 08:09:43Oh, Beth, I’m sorry you & Donnie & Snow are going thru tough time right now. I hope Snow is on her way to recovery. Hope all work out well for you all. {{{{{HUGS}}}}}
Oh Beth and Donnie, I am saying prayers for you all right now! I know how of a time this has to be on you! Sending hugs and cuddles to Snow!
OH Beth & Donnie, I am so sorry to hear your little puppy is so very ill. I do hope that she is ok now the vet is keeping an eye on her and giving her treatment. Just stay positive, she will be ok!
Bethy Honey -
I will keep Snow in my prayers that a quick recovery is on the way and that her illness is something that can be handled. That poor little baby, and you must be beside yourself with anxiety and worry. Please know that we are all thinking good things for Snow.
Elaine
Sorry to hear that Snow is so sick. I would of missed the clues too. I will pray that she gets better soon.
I’m so very sorry..I’m keeping you and your little Snow in my thoughts….HUGS!!
I’m so sorry to hear about baby Snow. My Donnie and I went thrpugh something like that with our toy wire fox terrier when she was just 6 months old. I hope all goes well for you and Snow
Poor Snow!!!!!! Hugs to you guys!
Beth~ Hugs for you , Donnie and Snow. I will keep your furbabby in my prayers. I am soooo sorry that you are having such horrible vet issues. Will be checking for updates and wishing for a speedy recovery
Hi Beth, I’m so sorry to hear about your little Snow. I do pray she gets very healthy soon and brings you much joy for years to come.
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Hi Beth, I feel so bad for you and Donnie. Having a sick pet is like having a sick family member. Our little furball “Flake” is as spoiled as our kids ever were. Please know that you are being thought about and prayed for. What a horrible vet ordeal, in addition to having your poor Snow so sick. I hope that your Snow recovers quickly and fully. Big hugs from Missouri. Keep us posted, please.
Oh Beth so sorry Snow is sick but glad to hear she is feeling some what better know how it feels to have a sick pet just like having a sick child and you worry just as much please keep us posted sending you big hugs.
Beth
Beth, my heart bleeds for you and Donnie!! I’ll be thinking of you and willing little Snow to rally round and come through with flying colours. I’m going on holiday tomorrow, so will be looking for good news when I get back !
Love and hugs
Viv xx
Beth,
I’m so sorry to hear about Snow. We will all keep our paws crossed for her. Keep hope alive, our furkids can sure surprise us. Two weeks ago I thought for sure one of our cats was gonna cross Rainbow Bridge. She somehow developed a serious liver infection and the emergency vet didn’t hold out much hope. With conventional and homeopathic meds she is on the road to recovery. Snow may surprise you too.
Hugs & Purrs,
Monica & The Herd
HI Beth. Our fur babies mean so much to us….sometimes others can’t even comprehend how much. I am so sorry that you had that terrible run-around with getting medical help for Snow…and will be praying for her recovery. May God keep you comforted and hopeful, too!
Chris
Awww, I am so sorry to hear that Snow is not well!
Hugs to you all!
Will be thinking of you and saying an extra lil prayer…
~ margie
Yes, weekend emerg.. They’re for the birds! I feel for all of you, dear Snow at the top of the list. My 14y.o catBABY BOOis in a similiar situation, but has picked up considerably since Thur.. We, as animal caregivers, changed all our plans for the past 3wk..We have a committment, as like your home. I look foreword to being kept up to date about SNOW….hugs to all……. Sue (xx)
Oh no…I am so sorry to hear about Snow being ill. I can well imagine you and hubby being totally beside yourselves!!……I will keep her in my prayers for a speedy and full recovery…Take Care!!…Hugs, Ila
Hi there… Ditto all the above and more… I’ll be thinking of you this morning [mon] and check back in later to read update…lol… Dee
I am so sorry your beautiful little “Snow” is sick…my heart goes out to you..I will say a little prayer for her and for you too..xx lynn (australia)
‘doggie’ hugs to you – absolutely, they are our babies… I hope ‘Snow’ is doing better! I hope for a speedy recovery and back to lots of licks and hugs!
Beth how unfortunate that you could not find a vet on the weekend…I hope you dog gets better…our pets are very special.
connie paxman
Oh Beth! I’m so sorry that your lil pup is sick. I am sending warm thoughts her way and hope that she gets everything she needs to get better. HUGS
Oh Beth, Snow is in my prayers dear! I’m praying for a speedy recovery and some good news!
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Risa:)
Beth–how is your little Snow??? I hope getting better all the time and going to be coming home soon to you and your husband…They are just so little and loveable and our welcome friends when we need some cheering up–they help us as much as we help them….When Snow gets home just love and cuddle and give her extra treats if possible!!Keep us all posted about this precious one!!
Nadine and Taffy
Hi Beth,
How is Snow??? I have been thinking about the 2 of you and wondering if she is better??? Let us all know as I am sure there are others who are questioning the idea also…Have a GREAT day!!
Nadine