*TOBY anesthesia reaction update - Page 4 - YorkieTalk.com Forums

143julz · 02-20-2009, 06:19 PM

Still on bended knees..praying for a YT miracle...hoping for a good report here..*fingers crossed*

lisacam · 02-21-2009, 09:55 AM

Hoping for some good news soon.

mk97 · 02-22-2009, 06:10 PM

Checking back for an update, I hope Toby is doing okay.

mscat · 02-22-2009, 06:17 PM

How is Toby doing?

mk97 · 02-25-2009, 04:57 PM

Any news???

BLM · 03-02-2009, 06:46 PM

Hello everyone,

-Sorry I have not been able to post. It has been very hectic at my house. I was fully expecting to have to make a tough decision last Thursday. It turns out that I went in to see my little TOBY, and found that his back paws were no longer rigid and he was trying very hard to stand up. Also I was approached by one of my family VETs that one of his students had been working with him. She discussed the possibility of taking TOBY to hydrotherapy and asked the vet to tell me that she would be happy to adopt him if I feel that I cannot take care of him. (Somehow I would have liked the message to have been that she would like to discuss TOBY with me-and offer to help him but not keep him....I would have been happy to discuss some reimbursement for her time-and my TOBY might possibly recovered quicker.)
-I decided to pick him up on FRIDAY. I bought him a small life jacket and tried the hydrotherapy at home. He did try to paddle, but not too much. Th life jacket is huge on him (he weighs about 2.5 lbs)He is better and seems more aware of his surroundings. He is eating better (although still AD food) and passing bowels/uirine. He seems to equally frustrated with trying to "go" and "walk". He basically needs a bath everytime he "goes" or eats. He seems to pant frequently, not sure why. Lastnight he whimpered all night. I literally spent the entire weekend with him--carrying, feeding, bathing, washing his linens...I was not able to get anything else done.
-I thought I could get a professional to start the hydrotherapy to get him started. Sadly, I have not found anyone with the equipment for such a small puppy or the fees are too high ($100 per session). I do not expect anything free, but at least reasonable. I want to save this furbaby, but we are in a recession and I do have a family to consider as well.
-I am trying so hard to help him recover and give him every benefit. Let's see if there are any improvements for the next 10 days or so.

Again, thank you for all of your prayers, thoughts, and insight. It is definitely keeping me going.-Betty

Ladymom · 03-02-2009, 07:47 PM

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Originally Posted by BLM

Hello everyone,

-Sorry I have not been able to post. It has been very hectic at my house. I was fully expecting to have to make a tough decision last Thursday. It turns out that I went in to see my little TOBY, and found that his back paws were no longer rigid and he was trying very hard to stand up. Also I was approached by one of my family VETs that one of his students had been working with him. She discussed the possibility of taking TOBY to hydrotherapy and asked the vet to tell me that she would be happy to adopt him if I feel that I cannot take care of him. (Somehow I would have liked the message to have been that she would like to discuss TOBY with me-and offer to help him but not keep him....I would have been happy to discuss some reimbursement for her time-and my TOBY might possibly recovered quicker.)
-I decided to pick him up on FRIDAY. I bought him a small life jacket and tried the hydrotherapy at home. He did try to paddle, but not too much. Th life jacket is huge on him (he weighs about 2.5 lbs)He is better and seems more aware of his surroundings. He is eating better (although still AD food) and passing bowels/uirine. He seems to equally frustrated with trying to "go" and "walk". He basically needs a bath everytime he "goes" or eats. He seems to pant frequently, not sure why. Lastnight he whimpered all night. I literally spent the entire weekend with him--carrying, feeding, bathing, washing his linens...I was not able to get anything else done.
-I thought I could get a professional to start the hydrotherapy to get him started. Sadly, I have not found anyone with the equipment for such a small puppy or the fees are too high ($100 per session). I do not expect anything free, but at least reasonable. I want to save this furbaby, but we are in a recession and I do have a family to consider as well.
-I am trying so hard to help him recover and give him every benefit. Let's see if there are any improvements for the next 10 days or so.

Again, thank you for all of your prayers, thoughts, and insight. It is definitely keeping me going.-Betty

A member on another forum I belong to created an at home hydrotherapy for her little Maltese by using one of those bathtub/whirlpool/spa attachments. This just an example one of the many products out there:

Turbo Spa Massagers

Do you think that might work for Toby? You could purchase one for the cost of one treatment.

Bless your heart for trying to help him recover.

LilMissy · 03-02-2009, 08:48 PM

Sending prayers and positive thoughts your way.

mxkids · 03-06-2009, 09:42 PM

Thanks for the update, I know alot of people have been praying for your family and Toby. You are so dedicated, I hope he continues to improve. Sending BIG Hugs!

drabinowitz43 · 03-07-2009, 08:05 AM

You and Toby are in my thoughts and prayers. I have a puppy going in for liver shunt surgery on Wednesday, and I now will be asking plenty of questions re anesthesia before then. The way we found out he has a liver shunt was his high BAT results that came back just before he was to be neutered. If my vet hadn't thought to run that test at the last minute, the results could've been disastrous. Again, best of luck for Toby to make a speedy recovery. He is so lucky to have you for a mommy.

chickwit · 03-07-2009, 08:23 AM

I am so....sorry that you and Toby had to go through this

Sending Prayer's your way

for a speedy recovery!!!

mk97 · 03-08-2009, 12:40 PM

Thanks for the update, I hope Toby continues to make a great recovery.

Potter · 03-08-2009, 07:52 PM

I just read this thread. I pray that Toby will recover fast. He is a real fighter. I am sure he will recover.

BLM · 03-11-2009, 03:50 PM

Hi everyone! I have great news. drum roll please*****TOBY has begun to walk******. He began by simply getting up, and now he is walking. He walks with some difficulty, nonetheless, I am thrilled. He is eating well and tolerating soft food. the hydrotherapy in the bathrub seems to have helped him sith his legs. I am still not sure if he can hear, and I suspect that he may have regained some vision, but I am not sure. We have even heard him bark a couple of times in the last week. He also likes to be out of his exerciser and walk on the grass. He is still a little thinner than he should be, but I am sure that I can get the weight on him in time. Over the weekend, he even began cuddling with me in my bed as he did before this accident. My vets are very happy that he is doing so well and they think this recovery is quicker than they originally thought it might be. I am trying to be realistic, but I am so happy my baby is doing so well. It really has been a rough few weeks...and I could not have done it without all of the support from all of you at YORKIETALK...you have all been great...I will continue to post updates but I always want to be sure to thank all of you! betty Ps I am going to try to post some videos/pictures asap...as soon as I have a little bit of extra time!

BLM · 03-11-2009, 03:57 PM

How did your furbaby do with his LS surgery today? I am so glad that your baby had testing! My thoughts and prayers are with you...keep us posted!

02-20-2009, 06:19 PM	#46
143julz Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Largo, FL Posts: 1,294	Still on bended knees..praying for a YT miracle...hoping for a good report here..fingers crossed __________________ Dudley Doo and Dexter too!!! RIP (12/93-10/08) MY LIL JULZ!!!

02-22-2009, 06:17 PM	#49
mscat YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Hanford, CA Posts: 4,895	How is Toby doing? __________________ "No matter how little money & how few possessions, you own, having a dog makes you rich."

03-02-2009, 06:46 PM	#51
BLM Yorkie Talker Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Tampa Posts: 22	Update 3-2-9 Hello everyone, -Sorry I have not been able to post. It has been very hectic at my house. I was fully expecting to have to make a tough decision last Thursday. It turns out that I went in to see my little TOBY, and found that his back paws were no longer rigid and he was trying very hard to stand up. Also I was approached by one of my family VETs that one of his students had been working with him. She discussed the possibility of taking TOBY to hydrotherapy and asked the vet to tell me that she would be happy to adopt him if I feel that I cannot take care of him. (Somehow I would have liked the message to have been that she would like to discuss TOBY with me-and offer to help him but not keep him....I would have been happy to discuss some reimbursement for her time-and my TOBY might possibly recovered quicker.) -I decided to pick him up on FRIDAY. I bought him a small life jacket and tried the hydrotherapy at home. He did try to paddle, but not too much. Th life jacket is huge on him (he weighs about 2.5 lbs)He is better and seems more aware of his surroundings. He is eating better (although still AD food) and passing bowels/uirine. He seems to equally frustrated with trying to "go" and "walk". He basically needs a bath everytime he "goes" or eats. He seems to pant frequently, not sure why. Lastnight he whimpered all night. I literally spent the entire weekend with him--carrying, feeding, bathing, washing his linens...I was not able to get anything else done. -I thought I could get a professional to start the hydrotherapy to get him started. Sadly, I have not found anyone with the equipment for such a small puppy or the fees are too high ($100 per session). I do not expect anything free, but at least reasonable. I want to save this furbaby, but we are in a recession and I do have a family to consider as well. -I am trying so hard to help him recover and give him every benefit. Let's see if there are any improvements for the next 10 days or so. Again, thank you for all of your prayers, thoughts, and insight. It is definitely keeping me going.-Betty

03-02-2009, 08:48 PM	#53
LilMissy Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: BC, Canada Posts: 3,421	Sending prayers and positive thoughts your way. __________________ Shaunna with Missy (my princess) & Dora (my tomboy)

03-06-2009, 09:42 PM	#54
mxkids Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: May 2008 Location: idaho Posts: 171	Thanks for the update, I know alot of people have been praying for your family and Toby. You are so dedicated, I hope he continues to improve. Sending BIG Hugs! __________________ TuckerCooperTassie

02-21-2009, 09:55 AM	#47
lisacam No Longer a Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: N/A Posts: 134	Hoping for some good news soon.

02-22-2009, 06:10 PM	#48
mk97 Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Herndon, PA originally--Jacksonville, FL currently Posts: 169	Checking back for an update, I hope Toby is doing okay.

02-25-2009, 04:57 PM	#50
mk97 Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Herndon, PA originally--Jacksonville, FL currently Posts: 169	Any news???

03-07-2009, 08:05 AM	#55
drabinowitz43 YT Addict Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: New York Posts: 490	You and Toby are in my thoughts and prayers. I have a puppy going in for liver shunt surgery on Wednesday, and I now will be asking plenty of questions re anesthesia before then. The way we found out he has a liver shunt was his high BAT results that came back just before he was to be neutered. If my vet hadn't thought to run that test at the last minute, the results could've been disastrous. Again, best of luck for Toby to make a speedy recovery. He is so lucky to have you for a mommy. __________________ Donna, Sadie, Joey and Nicky (and Buddy the cockatiel)

03-07-2009, 08:23 AM	#56
chickwit YT Addict Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Airdrie,Alberta,Canada Posts: 358	I am so....sorry that you and Toby had to go through this Sending Prayer's your wayfor a speedy recovery!!! __________________ Linda and Harley Regret makes you old, and bitterness poisons the people around you.

03-08-2009, 12:40 PM	#57
mk97 Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Herndon, PA originally--Jacksonville, FL currently Posts: 169	Thanks for the update, I hope Toby continues to make a great recovery.

03-08-2009, 07:52 PM	#58
Potter YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Canada Posts: 2,583	I just read this thread. I pray that Toby will recover fast. He is a real fighter. I am sure he will recover. __________________ http://www.dogster.com/pet_page.php?j=t&i=410379 "No matter how little money and how few possesions you own, having a dog makes you rich."

03-11-2009, 03:50 PM	#59
BLM Yorkie Talker Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Tampa Posts: 22	TOBY update 3/11/9 Hi everyone! I have great news. drum roll please*****TOBY has begun to walk******. He began by simply getting up, and now he is walking. He walks with some difficulty, nonetheless, I am thrilled. He is eating well and tolerating soft food. the hydrotherapy in the bathrub seems to have helped him sith his legs. I am still not sure if he can hear, and I suspect that he may have regained some vision, but I am not sure. We have even heard him bark a couple of times in the last week. He also likes to be out of his exerciser and walk on the grass. He is still a little thinner than he should be, but I am sure that I can get the weight on him in time. Over the weekend, he even began cuddling with me in my bed as he did before this accident. My vets are very happy that he is doing so well and they think this recovery is quicker than they originally thought it might be. I am trying to be realistic, but I am so happy my baby is doing so well. It really has been a rough few weeks...and I could not have done it without all of the support from all of you at YORKIETALK...you have all been great...I will continue to post updates but I always want to be sure to thank all of you! betty Ps I am going to try to post some videos/pictures asap...as soon as I have a little bit of extra time!

03-11-2009, 03:57 PM	#60
BLM Yorkie Talker Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Tampa Posts: 22	How did your furbaby do with his LS surgery today? I am so glad that your baby had testing! My thoughts and prayers are with you...keep us posted!