Brandi is gone. XMASBABY75's PAIN

[sarahheartmaddy]

So sorry to hear of the loss of Brandi (((((HUGS))))))

[dwerten]

Originally Posted by 107barney

You're right - double edged sword! But this would have happened with any shot - Brandi previously had a reaction to rabies and bordatella.

the problem with the reactions is each time it gets worse I am sure the vet thought the shot would work just wish he would have separated them in a dog that had a reaction to two previous vaccines my heart is breaking for her ;(

[megansmomma]

Oh so very sad.............I am so sorry for the loss of you little one. RIP sweet baby Brandi.

[Nancy1999]

Originally Posted by 107barney

Actually, this was quite rare. I talked with Stacy today by phone for a while and she told me that Brandi had only the DH2PP booster shot. It was the 4-in-1 not the 5-in-1 (which contains Leptospirosis).

What happened to Brandi was anaphylactic shock. Her body was just so unable to handle the vaccination. Immediately following the shot, Brandi vomited and lost control of her bowels. Her veins swelled, and the doctors were unable to access all of her veins. She was stabilized temporarily - biding time to get to the ER vet - and despite heroic efforts by the doctors, including CPR for well over 5 minutes, Brandi just let go.

Stacy was told by her regular vet, and the ER vets that they had never seen such a dramatic response - both hospitals were completely miffed by the dramatic and so very rare response Brandi had, but they told her that no matter WHAT shot Brandi would have had, this would have happened.

The 4 other dogs are sad and confused. A pile of sad yorkies lie around, waiting for Brandi. Sapphire, who normally sleeps in a room with Brandi, will join the family tonight in bed, while the little butterfly bed made a couple of years ago by a YT member will be empty as will the hearts of Stacy, her family and many of us who call ourselves her friend.

Thanks for the update. This is just so heartbreaking.

[enchilila]

I am sorry for the loss of your little one and the heartbreak you are feeling.

[Armani Alexis]

So sorry for your heartbreaking loss. Many prayers for your and your family.

[StacyDufner]

OMG I am so sorry to hear about Brandi. This is just terrible. I will keep all of you in my prayers.

[alaskayorkie]

Originally Posted by 107barney

Actually, this was quite rare. I talked with Stacy today by phone for a while and she told me that Brandi had only the DH2PP booster shot. It was the 4-in-1 not the 5-in-1 (which contains Leptospirosis).

What happened to Brandi was anaphylactic shock. Her body was just so unable to handle the vaccination. Immediately following the shot, Brandi vomited and lost control of her bowels. Her veins swelled, and the doctors were unable to access all of her veins. She was stabilized temporarily - biding time to get to the ER vet - and despite heroic efforts by the doctors, including CPR for well over 5 minutes, Brandi just let go.

Stacy was told by her regular vet, and the ER vets that they had never seen such a dramatic response - both hospitals were completely miffed by the dramatic and so very rare response Brandi had, but they told her that no matter WHAT shot Brandi would have had, this would have happened.

The 4 other dogs are sad and confused. A pile of sad yorkies lie around, waiting for Brandi. Sapphire, who normally sleeps in a room with Brandi, will join the family tonight in bed, while the little butterfly bed made a couple of years ago by a YT member will be empty as will the hearts of Stacy, her family and many of us who call ourselves her friend.

Thanks for the update.

[107barney]

Originally Posted by dwerten

the problem with the reactions is each time it gets worse I am sure the vet thought the shot would work just wish he would have separated them in a dog that had a reaction to two previous vaccines my heart is breaking for her ;(

There are so many "what ifs" going through my mind too. I am not sure any of them would have made any difference, unfortunately.

All I have to say is thank god Phantom did not have a reaction. He was fine.

It's just so terrible.

[mizzwanned]

I am so sorry! 2 1/2 is just too soon to lose a baby. Sophie was about 2 when she passed also. It just seemed like I was robbed from a precious gift which was her. I know how you feel. Sophie was also my happiest, easy going baby out of my bunch. It's not easy and I will pray to help you get through it.

[kjc]

I'm so sorry for your loss. This is so sad...

[Lisa and Pic]

I am so very, very sorry. Just heartbreaking. Sending hugs and deep sympathy....

[bailie]

so very sorry of the loss of your precious furbaby. R.I.P little one

[MOMOF5]

Sending our prayers for you and family! I am so sorry!

[LunasMomma]

Please pass on my condolences to the family