Foster Needed for Tibbe While I Have Surgery

[yorkietalkjilly]

For the second year in a row, I've received a diagnosis of cancer - this time of the colon. My GI doc said of course we'd have to wait on the path report but he was certain the tumor he found at colonoscopy was malignant. It isn't - quite yet, per the pathologist. But it's in the final stage before malignancy, with cells displacing into the surrounding colon like cancer - what they call severe high grade dysplasia - and will certainly become malignant any time. Surgeon says I'll have to have perhaps 1/3 to 1/2 of my colon and lymph nodes resected and then we'll see what other treatment is necessary. No colostomy, the surgeon says, thank goodness but still, not a fun surgery and recuperation can be long. Was told earlier this year told I'd need a second hip replacement before the year is out and am having considerable problems getting around due to both hips now being painful.

The thing is, I'm worrying where I can leave Tibbe, probably starting this week. Right now I'm very, very tired all the time and having considerable medical issues with excessive fatigue, GI pain and problems and orthopedic pain and stiffness. I had labs and a CT scan Thursday and will likely hear if there is further involvement tomorrow and when I'll be having the surgery.

The Banfield's where Tibbe has his wellness plan and get his bi-annual exam, testing, etc., has a lovely manager who has volunteered to take him while I'm in the hospital and recuperating but she has 4 other dogs and he'll likely have to spend a good deal of his time in a crate and I worry if she will be able to keep him from eating other dogs' food, which sets his IBS/MVD into awful flares anytime he gets anything other than his Hill's I/D GI and Hill's L/D Hepatic food mixture. And I worry if she really meant it or was just speaking out of pity and when I call her to make arrangements, will bow out at the last minute. I'm so scared she might.

Tibbe is fully house-broken, sweet, awfully well-behaved little boy, good manners as long as you remind him when he's barked too long, begged for playtime too much, etc., but has his tummy problems, itchy skin and had a scary episode of reverse sneezing last Thursday night. A visit to the vet Friday revealed he's got an irritated elongated soft palate, likely worsened by his seasonal allergies, as he's pretty drippy and a bit itchy lately. She started him on Benadryl and Pepcid and he's getting better though he still makes snoring noises.

I've heard all of the boarding and vet-boarding horror stories and the thought of him being left in a dog run with only some teenager checking on him once or twice a day scares me to death.

Does anyone know of someone who could keep him during this time and help take that worry off my mind? I guess I've been in a kind of denial and not wanting to face this issue but I don't know.

I'm also worrying if I'll be able to keep him after this or have to find him another home - not knowing whether I'll be able to cope with things to come and his issues, too, wondering how much time he'll have to spend alone and without anyone to play or walk him, train and cuddle up with him as he's used to. He lived the first 9 months of his life alone in a cage under a cover outside and came to me with many terrors and no knowledge of how the world inside is. He changed from an almost feral, fearful, wild little thing to a feisty little training-loving terrier who loves to play and cuddle - in that order! He's made the most amazing strides with training and nurture. He's my best friend and this is a gut-wrenching situation but I've no other place to turn right now. Any suggestions will be so appreciated.

[yorkietalkjilly]

P. S. If this is in the wrong forum, please move it - I didn't even think until just now. Sorry.

[Cherie6446]

I am so very sorry that this is happening to you. If I lived near you I would take him. I have worried about my two as well since my husband is not well both physically and mentally and if he passes and I am alone with my respiratory problems (antibiotics keeps me alive) I fear for their care as I don't have anyone to help me. I hope someone steps forward to take your little guy and help you out. Bless you and stay strong.

[sugarmamma]

Jeanie I'm so sorry

I hope you can find someone to foster Tibbe temporarily while you recover. It would be wonderful if that person was nearby so you could still get healing kisses as well!

Thoughts and prayers going up for you

[Dayswalters]

I'm so sorry to hear about your health problems and your concern for your baby. I truly wish I lived close to you. You have been an incredible support to me and many others on this site. I will add you to my prayers and your little Tibbe as well. I hope someone will come forward soon to help you. If there is ever a time you just need someone to talk to or if you do need to permanently place Tibbe and cannot find someone close to you, please PM me.

[Shicks]

Oh my goodness. I pray you are up & going with absolutely fantastic results.
Where do you live?
I know this wonderful Yorkie breeder who boards also. His kennel is state of the art. Has had NO problem with kennel cough or sickness in 25 years. Only boards tiny breeds, 99% are Yorkies. Very clean, heated & cooled, no cages, block rooms with a gate. Lots of toys $ bedding that are cleaned every morning. Outdoor area the pups can use when they want and an outside grass area for play with adult supervision.
For only $15.00 a day.
I haven't had to board Ruger, but if I had to I would.
Best wishes
Please keep us posted. ❤️

[matese]

So sorry about your health issues, I do hope you can find someone to foster lil Tibbe, that would be one less thing to worry about. Keeping you in my prayers to give you strength to get through the days ahead. (((HUGS))).

[yorkiemini]

Jeanie, so sorry to hear what is going on with you.
I know I don't live close to Dallas now (used to,live in Plano) so would not be what you would really like, but Tibbe be very welcome here as long as she needed. Just so you know you have options and don't have to worry about Tibbe being taken care of

[Maximo]

Jeanie, I am sorry to hear you are going through so much. Like others, I wish that I lived closer. I would happily take care of your little boy for you. Praying for you for your health, and for you to find the right person to care for Tibbe.

[P-Nut Mom]

I'm so sorry for all that's going on with you and P-Nut, Pickles and I are sending you love and hugs from California. And lots of yorkie kisses.

[MissPixi]

My heart breaks for you. I'll do whatever I can to help. I'm in California but am offering whatever I can do. My little ones are my life, I couldn't imagine how it would feel to be facing what you are. Please message me if you need me in any way. I have a ton of personal references.
Even if you just need someone to talk to.

[Harrysmum]

Oh Jeanie...no. My heart is absolutely breaking for you.

I wish with all my heart that I could help you - but there's absolutely nothing I can do, apart from offer you love, happy thoughts and the truest, most sincere good wishes from myself + Andy...great big hugs from over here

[navillusc]

I am so terribly sorry. This is just heartbreaking. I am in Florida...a bit too far away, I am afraid, to offer Tibbe a temporary 'home' during your recovery, but would be happy to otherwise. I know this is a dreadful worry...I would be worried about care for my Yorkie babies under the same circumstances, too.

Please know that we will be thinking of you, awaiting good reports, and that we are sending many hugs, Yorkie kisses and healing energy for your complete success.

[AbbysMom08]

So sorry to hear about all you are going through and hope someone will be able to help you.
Keeping you in my prayers.

[margaritaville]

I'm so sorry to hear of your medical status. I wish I were close enough to help.

Wishing you the best.