[KimInMD]

Thank you everyone for the warm welcome, and heartfelt replies. I read them all, and had a good, long, hard cry. You'll never know how I've agonized about all these decisions. I felt so alone. I am so glad I reached out here. I feel so encouraged now about Lucy's care and treatment. I am educated now, and I do know there is a risk that things might not go well, but I'm willing to try and give it my best shot. It's the least I can do for this little princess. Now it's time to roll up my sleeves and get to work. I'll make her surgery appointment today for her teeth and tumors. Her blood work came back yesterday and it was great. The Anipryl seems to be working, and we both slept through the night. Yay for sleep! I'm going to research if a generic form of the medication is available. I got her steps and footstools yesterday to help her get safely onto the sofa, easy chair and bed. Medicated shampoo and a good diet should help the dermatitis. We'll work on her problems one by one.
Well, I guess this makes it official. I am a Yorkie mom. Yay! From the looks of things, I'm in pretty good company around here. You guys are just the best. I will continue to read and learn as much as I can from the site. There is such a wealth of information here about so many different topics, and I need to get up to speed quickly. I'll stay in touch, and let everyone know how it's going. Again, from the bottom of my heart, thank you all for the kindness. I'll celebrate and cling to each of your words in the good times, and be comforted during the sad and sleepless nights.
Hugs,
Kim - Lucy's Mom (wow, that sounds good, doesn't it?)