My goodness...You went thru a lot to save that puppy. That shows your heart. I haven't posted in a long time, but I feel the need to post to you. Stay encouraged, you did well. Like Pat Primrose, I would have put the puppy to sleep because of other complications that develop later in life in lieu of tube feedings. I had a schnauzer puppy once (1st litter for mother) that had cleft palate and I kept it alive for a week before I decided to have it put to sleep. It aspirated, which is likely due to mouth malformations. I missed a lot of work and school trying to keep this baby alive, not to mention the around the clock feedings. And...if you over sleep and hour or so because you're exhausted...the guilt you feel when you find a cold puppy stretched out waiting for you. What a learning experience! I commend you for your effort. If at first you don't succeed...dust yourself off and try again. Nothing beats a failure like another try. |