Foster Needed for Tibbe While I Have Surgery 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. |
P. S. If this is in the wrong forum, please move it - I didn't even think until just now. Sorry. |
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. |
Jeanie I'm so sorry :unlove: 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 :hands: |
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. |
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. ❤️ |
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))). |
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:D |
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. |
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. |
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. |
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 :heart to |
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. |
So sorry to hear about all you are going through and hope someone will be able to help you. Keeping you in my prayers. |
I'm so sorry to hear of your medical status. I wish I were close enough to help. Wishing you the best. |
Oh I'm so sorry to hear. I know how you feel about boarding, I had to leave my 2 for a week and stressed out about it until I bribed a friend to watch them. Hugs! * Sending pm |
Jeanie, I am hoping and praying that you can find the right babysitter for Tibbe. Hopefully someone who lives close can stop in and visit and get to know Tibbe before he stays with them. Or maybe someone could come and stay with you. I really hope something works out for you. I am sorry you are going through this. |
My heart just sank feeling what you are facing. To not have your best buddy with you while undergoing such a medical procedure will be torture. Closer to your home the better I'm thinking. I went ocean fishing for just a day last week, it was a very long day, I found myself missing my Zippy for a few moments there towards the end(I won't take him on the ocean).... my point being, your Tibbe will keep your spirits up during this procedure... hey... is there someone, a person/relative, that you can bring into your home to assist? if that fits the treatment schedule... I'm very sorry this is happening to you... |
Oh how I wish I could help you but AZ is so far away and I don't know of any one in that area. Buddybear and I wish you a speedy recovery and some one to take care of your Tibbe. |
I'm so sorry to hear that you are having health issues & will be Praying for a fast & complete recovery. As others have said, I wish I could help. I also agree that the closer the better as you will need frequent visits both for yourself & for Tibbs. Again, I am Praying for a fast & complete recovery. |
I will be keeping you both in my prayers And praying someone close will be able to help you out |
Oh Jeanie I am so very sorry to hear about your health issues and what a worry you have with Tibbe. I would take him in a heartbeat. But like others here it is just too far away. I am racking my brain to see if I recall any organizations that help out in a situation like this. Have you messaged Judy? YorkieMom1 I know that she lives in Texas and might have some suggestions for you. If there is anything I can do to help out please feel free to message me. |
Jeanie, I would be happy to keep him for you if you cannot find someone closer. I am going to email a couple of people I know who might be able to help. He would certainly be with more than 4 other pups here, but all of my pups are on different diets so that is not an issue and I don't crate them. If there is an issue with personalities, I do separate them in different rooms. I would be happy to give you more details IF it became necessary for you to leave him with me. I have a feeling someone closer will help you. I am so sorry....I have been where you are but fortunately my son has been able to help me. My pups are my life...so I totally get it. |
Ya'll, I've taken a tranquilizer just a while back and my vision is getting blurring and my head fuzzy so will rea d and answer your sweet posts tomorrow if okay. It's been a rough day but Tibbes is doing better. Love you guys so much - more than i can say/ |
Jeanie, My heart aches for you; I'm so very sorry you're going through this. Like many others I wish I lived closer, I'd gladly take care of Tibbe. My thoughts and prayers will be with you and your precious boy. |
Jeanie I am sorry that you are having problems. I wish I was in a position to help but unfortunately am not able to. Sending out prayers to you. |
I am so heartbroken to hear that you are ill and that you will have to face this without your best friend at your side. I wish I lived closer to you to be able to take care of you and your little boy. You are very dear to me, and if necessary, we'd have to find a way to get Tibbe here for as long as you'd need to get better. You and Tibbe belong together., however He draws his strength and dog laughs from your love, and you him. I will pray that you recover and get well very quickly, and I hope you know how loved you are. I instantly saw how special you are when I saw your first posts on Yorkietalk. I didn't know then how much of an impact you'd have on my heart or how much you'd add to our community. Please stay strong and know you have the love of this community behind you. |
I'm so sorry - I hope you find someone close by to take him while you recover. |
Oh Jeanie, I am so very sorry to hear this. My well wishes are with you and your special little man :love: |
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It's not the number of dogs - the more the merrier to Tibbe - but I think most of the vet manager's are bigger dogs and that really worries me as the time grows closer, you know. Just worried she would be able to keep him physically safe from bigger, rowdy dogs as he loves to get right in the middle of play. With my son's big American Bulldog, when Danny still lived in Dallas with his big Tex, a dog which could crush him with a paw, he'd just get right into Tex' midst and begin to rollover, play-bow and jump on Tex's legs and belly, paw at him playfully - so happy - and only the fact that Danny, who knows dogs so well, was down on the floor right beside them and has Tex trained to obey instantly kept me from having a heart attack, though I never was that relaxed with them attempting to play together. But Danny would watch Tex' facial expression, ears, body language and could predict when to call him off. Tex, though, is a kind of dog whisperer himself and would roll over on his back or get down on his tummy to play with Tibbe as if he sensed he was fragile and tiny. Still, he's a big, dominant bulldog and certain things would trigger an intense focus on Tibbe that Danny would quench and remove Tibbe until Tex was recalcitrant and calm, would walk over to Tibbe and seem to try to make it right. Tibbe never knew anything had almost maybe happened - just pinned his ears back, squinted his eyes up in happiness and jumped back into things, so happy to have another dog around. He's never met another dog he didn't love. Don't know if other bigger dogs would have that sensibility, restraint and level of training and I'm so scared of my Tibbe getting his back hurt with a huge paw or bigger, stronger dog landing atop his little back and hurting him. I'd just die. I would. Couldn't stand it that he got hurt because I left him in an unsafe situation. So I worried myself into 2 sleepless days and nights until I decided I had to turn to YT and just see if a Yorkie-lover out there could help out. Other Yorkie owners know what they are like - how careless they are and the total lack of judgment or fear of falling off furniture they can show when in prey drive or excited. Chibiluv has so very kindly offered to take him and we're in the process of making arrangements. She fosters dogs in trouble so I know she's a kind-hearted, caregiver/doglover who is seemingly always out to help a dog in need. And she knows Yorkies and toy dog care! If it works out, I'll be eternally grateful to Veronica for taking my Tibbe in and giving him safehaven while his mommie is trying to get fixed and functional again. But should something come up in her life at the last minute and she can't take him, I'd love to have a back-up and not have to resort to vet boarding or the vet manager if we don't have to. :) |
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