I just got a call from the vet. Seems that Percy does NOT have cancer (thank you God), however, he has two disks that are gone. Our option at this point is to keep him there for three days while they give him steroidal injections and see how he does. She said his chances of walking are 50/50....although they would have been 90% had the original steroids helped at all. If they do work and he can walk, he can come home and we will treat him here. If they do not....well, that's where it gets tough. He is so frustrated. He can't walk, he is losing weight (4 lbs. since last week), and he is starting to give up. I realized that this morning when he slept through the vet appointment....something he never does. Also, when I was trying to get him up to go into the bedroom this morning, he tried to walk then just flopped down and wouldn't move. His head was on the floor and I thought at that moment that he looked defeated. While I dread the thought of life without him....I can not be selfish and keep him suffering because I can't deal with reality. I really have done everything I could....and will continue to do so without compromising his happiness. Sheesh....the dang furball means a lot to me....I didn't think I'd feel this way.
By the way....thank you everyone for all of your kind words. It means more than you know....
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Did you talk to them about the wheelchair? They also have special ones that may be better and he will be able to use his front legs and roll. If not, all you can do is show him as much love as you can. My dog died in April. 22 years old. We were going to have to put her down because she couldn't walk and was in congestive heart failure. She showed us one last devotion. She died as we pulled into the hospital. She did not want us to make that decision. Just love him. If he is at home, keep him when he can see someone at all times. It makes them less afraid and makes them feel like they are still doing their duty. Protecting his family. God bless.
OH I rememebr when I had to put sooner down. I pray you dont have to do that. AND maybe with the doggie wheel chair he can be happy. Please keep us posted I pray father in heaven peace and comfort for Percy and Sherry and her family. Ipray you heal pErcy amen
Gosh girl. I hope the treatments work. Poor Percy. Lots of hugs to you!
Thanks for the update...I"m keeping Percy in my prayers
A dear friend of mine (and coworker) had a 14 yr old Alaskan dog....Puddy. The dog was her life and her husbands life. Their kids are grown. Puddy had cancer but was given 1 yr to give. After 10 months, Puddy could no longer walk and Sharon and Tom carried that dog out to pee and poop and back in for weeks. Finally Puddy looked up at Tom and cried out loud one night and died in his arms. My heart broke into a million pieces for them. I can NOT imagine my life without my beagles. I cant. I dont want to. So, Percy is really on my mind every day. I am so sorry for what you and the DH and kids are going thru. You are all in my thoughts. lisa
There was a dog around here in a wheelchair for a few years -- I wonder if this is what he had. He certainly didn't seem unhappy. Maybe the steroids will help enough that you can at least get to that point. You will, unfortunately, know what the answer is when the time comes. Good luck and I hope he is wagging his tail the next time he sees you.
((((Sherry)))) At least it isn't cancer...
Keeping Percy and your family in my thoughts and prayers.
*hugs*
PETS ARE A PART OF THE FAMILY AND THEY MAKE SUCH AN IMPACT! I hope the best for percy and for you, I've still not gotten over losing my pet and it's been way too long. Just hate the emotional attachment when we lose them. Big hugs, Lanny
awwe that is so sad, my heart breaks for you. I hope the poor thing gets to where he can walk, he is so beautiful and loving I can see.
How old is he? Think what if they did that to humans, put them down because of a a bad back, it has to be something they can do~Don't give up. I am going to say a prayer for him tonight,
I am so sorry
Deb
DON'T GIVE UP!!!!! There is still hope. We are praying for you..
Liz
Poor Percy,..........and you ,bless Jan xx
Awww Sherry,this is such a hard thing to be dealing with.I'm sorry you and the family are going through this right now.I'm praying for you all.Hugs,Kim
Shari,
I will keep you in prayer. You have done an amazing and loving job with percy. There comes a time when we have to love them enough to do whats best for them, I hope that doesnt happen and he can get better at the vet. You have done all you can for the furball, such wonderful loving owners he has been blessed with and he has blessed you with his love. Be at peace..
hugz,
Brenda
I hope the treatments work for Percy. I will keep you in my prayers. Lelly
6 or so years ago, I had a peek-a-poo who had disc problems. She had long since gone blind, but she was a very happy sweet dog. She couldn't lay down, and if she managed that much, she would pant herself into a frenzy from the pain. We did the injections for a while, but seeing her quality of life diminsh...knowing she hurt and there was no way I could help her made me realize that I had to let her go. It was one of the most awful things in the world to do.... I cried for months...
I can say I understand what you're going through and I wish you all the strength in the world in dealing with your 4 legged baby... :-/
~Amy
Awww man, I have never had to put a dog down, and I NEVER want to, so I can't say that I totally understand that entire should you or shouldn't you. I would be doing the very same things as you are though, trying and trying to make Percy well. You are a very compassionate and loving person. I hope everything works out.
Hugs and love,
Lisa
I am so sorry to hear about Percy. That is a great photo. I am glad to hear he doesn't have cancer but am so sorry to hear about the disks that are gone. I will say a prayer for him. I believe God hears our prayers for animals too.
Lisa
Prayers....
Gretchen
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