I see no reason why this thread should be closed. Dena may not have experience with a puppy with cleft palate but she is doing everything within her power to help this pup and keep it as comfortable as possible. It is no different for a parent with a skinbaby with birth defects. You meet with numerous doctors so you can make an informed decision and go from there. You are suddenly thrust into the role of "nurse" and you have to learn as you go and do the best job you can. This pup has been to the vet several times and I'm sure is will have good follow-up care. No different than surgery on human...as time goes by the doctor visits become further apart...unless of course there are complications. I'm am sure Dena has been well instructed by her vet as to what those could be and what to look for.
Emma was not anesthetized because of her size BUT...she was given local anesthesia. She is being tube fed, which bypasses her cleft palate and lungs, directly into her stomach. After each feeding Dena taps her lungs to help with the prevention of pneumonia. I hope some of this information puts come of your concerns at ease. None of us are walking in Dena's shoes. She has had to make decisions based on the medical information she has received and non of us were in attendance to know all of the facts.
Personally, I commend her for this heartwarming effort she has made to help this puppy. There are millions of people in this world with birth defects and they lead happy, satisfying lives. |