Gracie is home from the hospital

[Gracie2006]

Dis iz Gracie again. I'm feewing much bettew cuz mommy made my pane bettew. I wagged my tail for hew an wanded to go to bye bye with her 2 park but she sed "no". She sed she waz going to store n I cant go. HMF.

[jp4m2]

I'm just now seeing this thread....Those pic's of little Gracie look so sad...her bare little bum is so cute.....my first thought was, "Where's her panties!"..lol


I hope her pain eases for her quickly, she must be so miserable.....I can't imagine how it must hurt watching her cope.....the good news is she'll be able to run like the wind soon without any discomfort....keep us updated on her progress.....

[ellie81]

I'm glad Gracie is home now. I know this is very hard for her and for you. I'm praying for her fast recovery. Your are an awesome yorkie mom!!!!! Thank you for all your updates. I know you are going to be a big help for new yorkie moms facing this problem with their baby.

[Gracie2006]

Originally Posted by jp4m2

I'm just now seeing this thread....Those pic's of little Gracie look so sad...her bare little bum is so cute.....my first thought was, "Where's her panties!"..lol

Ha Ha Ha, I keep trying to cover up her butt with a jersey knit pillow case, she keeps getting out from under it and sticking her butt up to catch the breeze. I have some new pics once my camera battery is recharged I will be able to post them. These are almost funny.

[scrappysmom]

I "m glad Gracie is home .,prayers for a speedy recovery.

[parker]

AWww I just now seen this, sitting here with big ol tears in my eyes!! I am so glad she is getting better and eating well! I so very much appreciate your story, pictures, and experience with all of this as Parker has LP. I don't know what grade yet as I am going to have to drive over 3 hrs to take him to a specialist (soon, VERY soon) I know he is only 5 months and from my research the sooner the better when they are young. He shows no sign of discomfort (as his vet told me about his LP I would have never known) but just tonight I was holding him up and let his back legs touch the ground and was feeling his knees and I could feel the pop so much! So much that it scared me into calling the specialist tomorrow for an appointment. I'll be watching your thread and praying for a full and speedy recovery for your beautiful lil baby girl!!! She is in our prayers

[Gracie2006]

Gracie had the best night last night, she was only awake once as far as I know, and that was to move off of her pillow and get under the covers with me where she stayed the rest of the night. This morning she had diarrhea. She is now refusing to take her pills. She got wise to me putting them in the pill pocket treats, and now most anything else other than a bit of cheddar cheese. She did not want breakfast at all this morning. I managed to get a slice of turkey bacon and a few bites of oatmeal down her. I know that is not the best diet but it is better than nothing. She also took a dab of Nutrical. She drank some water, but she still is not drinking enough. This morning she refused the chicken broth. I am at my wits end with what to try next to get some fluids down her. I so don't want her to end up at the vet on an IV. Today she is just resting. I think I will start backing off on the pain meds (go from every 6 hours to every 8 hours) and see if that helps her appetite any. Can anyone tell me how to tell if a Yorkie is dehydrated? She is peeing, her pee is darker than it should be so I know she is not getting enough water, but how do I know when to worry?

[marcerella02]

Originally Posted by Gracie2006

Gracie had the best night last night, she was only awake once as far as I know, and that was to move off of her pillow and get under the covers with me where she stayed the rest of the night. This morning she had diarrhea. She is now refusing to take her pills. She got wise to me putting them in the pill pocket treats, and now most anything else other than a bit of cheddar cheese. She did not want breakfast at all this morning. I managed to get a slice of turkey bacon and a few bites of oatmeal down her. I know that is not the best diet but it is better than nothing. She also took a dab of Nutrical. She drank some water, but she still is not drinking enough. This morning she refused the chicken broth. I am at my wits end with what to try next to get some fluids down her. I so don't want her to end up at the vet on an IV. Today she is just resting. I think I will start backing off on the pain meds (go from every 6 hours to every 8 hours) and see if that helps her appetite any. Can anyone tell me how to tell if a Yorkie is dehydrated? She is peeing, her pee is darker than it should be so I know she is not getting enough water, but how do I know when to worry?

can you get an eye dropper from your local pharmacy??? when Layla is sick i more or less force the water in her using the eye dropper... and it works REALLY well... what about something like pedialyte that has a sweeter taste??? or put a bit of apple juice in it???

[Gracie2006]

Originally Posted by marcerella02

can you get an eye dropper from your local pharmacy??? when Layla is sick i more or less force the water in her using the eye dropper... and it works REALLY well... what about something like pedialyte that has a sweeter taste??? or put a bit of apple juice in it???

Thanks. I tried a syringe and she hated that. I don't have any juice. I have Pedialyte but it is unflavored. Is that sweet?

[marcerella02]

Originally Posted by Gracie2006

Thanks. I tried a syringe and she hated that. I don't have any juice. I have Pedialyte but it is unflavored. Is that sweet?

hmm.. i'm not actually sure

lol.. i didn't say she would like the syringe.. it would just be a way to get the water down.. Layla fights me tooth and nail with that but at least i know some got in her

[Gracie2006]

Gracie ate a turkey burger with cheese and some rice for lunch, and then she drank a good amount of water. I need to stop stressing and just let her do what she needs to do, within reason. Here are a few more post-op pics. The one with her butt up in the air was taken about 45 minutes after she had a pain pill, she was sound asleep in that pose! Almost funny!

[marcerella02]

oooh poor sweet thing. I am so glad they left the hair on her tail good to see her standing!!! keep it up Gracie! What does her sister think of her condition?

[jp4m2]

Oh my word!!!....Gracie's behind pic's are so adorable!!!...That almost looks like a hairy womans rear!!!....Poor Gracie it must be so hard for her to look dignified in her condition...lol....Pretty soon she'll be her old self....Go Gracie go!

I just want to scoop her up and cuddle her!

[AVERYxo]

oh my gosh.. i am JUST seeing this thread about Gracie, after her surgery!! i went through the whole thread..and it breaks my heart!! but i know how great you have been.. taking care of her!! i reallly want to thank you for going into detail about her surgery..and posting pics, etc. Avery has luxating patellas and i am sooo worried that she will need surgery sooner than later! we have her on joint supplements and have another appointment with the vet to see how she is doing!! ..but again, i APPRECIATE this thread and you sharing your detailed experience with us!! i will have to PM you after our appointment with the vet! thanks again.. and Bless lil Gracie's heart!! ..she has such a good mama, and she KNOWS you are there to love and help her!! hugs to you guys!!!! i will pray for a quick recovery!! ..but i am SO glad she is starting to feel a little better!! xoxo.

[Gracie2006]

Originally Posted by AVERYxo

oh my gosh.. i am JUST seeing this thread about Gracie, after her surgery!! i went through the whole thread..and it breaks my heart!! but i know how great you have been.. taking care of her!! i reallly want to thank you for going into detail about her surgery..and posting pics, etc. Avery has luxating patellas and i am sooo worried that she will need surgery sooner than later! we have her on joint supplements and have another appointment with the vet to see how she is doing!! ..but again, i APPRECIATE this thread and you sharing your detailed experience with us!! i will have to PM you after our appointment with the vet! thanks again.. and Bless lil Gracie's heart!! ..she has such a good mama, and she KNOWS you are there to love and help her!! hugs to you guys!!!! i will pray for a quick recovery!! ..but i am SO glad she is starting to feel a little better!! xoxo.

Thank you, I am glad this is of help to others. Please do let me know what happens with little Avery. I am here if you need help.