Spinal injury to 4 month old puppy

[chandracz]

Please I will donate too!!! Omg, all this baby wants to do is get up and play!!!! It's so sad Please let me know how I can donate and I will!!!!

[RIPMyLittleCase]

I went to Yorkshire Terrier National Rescue Adoptions and Shop and clicked on the Make a Donation. When I made my paypal donation I included a note that said something like "for Teagan" hoping it goes for him.

[chandracz]

Originally Posted by RIPMyLittleCase

I went to Yorkshire Terrier National Rescue Adoptions and Shop and clicked on the Make a Donation. When I made my paypal donation I included a note that said something like "for Teagan" hoping it goes for him.

Is this how to do it???? I'll go make a donation too!

[megansmomma]

Originally Posted by chandracz

Is this how to do it???? I'll go make a donation too!

Yes, that is how I was told that a donation could be made. I still have not heard anything back from Corine.

[Yorkieville200]

Originally Posted by megansmomma

Yes, that is how I was told that a donation could be made. I still have not heard anything back from Corine.

Oh, Jodi, Rich and I are just heartsick over the fact that no one has heard anything yet.

We've just come in from working the Fish Fry and I was praying there would be some good news.

Do you know what day Teagan's appointment with the Neurologist is scheduled?

I refuse to give up hope.

Sheila

[Mybabe4me]

Sheila, and Jodi,
I am Val Babybear's mom. The one that TLC and another member posted the videos of. If either of you need any info on Atlanoaxial Instibility please let me know and I will give you the information. That is what Teagon has for the congenital defect. This is what BB has. BB has had surgery for it but we knew nothing about him having a defect in his neck. If you ever want to read his story please let me know I will copy and paste it and email it to you. I also have many files with information on AAI.
I was told Babybear would never walk after his surgery last year to remove one of the pins in his neck. And three days ago he walked for the first time in almost 3 years so miracles do happen and YT prayers will help Teagon pull through this. After surgery and his healing time he will need therapy. Water and Physical. Acupuncture will help also.
As for pain if the congenital defect is bothering him yes he will have pain. That is where the steroids come in. He will need to stay on these until his surgery. They will help reduce the swelling in the spinal cored that can cause the pain from the AAI.
I want you to know that this story has touched my heart in ways you will never know. All AAI(altanoaxial Instibility pups) touch my heart. I am here for you ladies. Anything you need. I so feel for Teagon. I know how BB was and my heart just goes out for this little guy. If you need me for anything you can email me at: Mybabe4me@aol.com I check my emails all the time. So please let me know if there is anything you need. I am sending many many prayers for all involved because this can be a very long journey. One I continue to lead every day.
Question about Teagons bowels and urine. Now where BB could not move away from his urine he would wet himself also. This is why he has worn a diaper for almost three years he knew when he went,because he would tell me by barking. He was on a wee wee pad 24/7 and I used a diaper like a belly band so when he pooped we would only get it on the wee wee pad and it would not stick to his hiney. IS the reason Teagon is going to the bathroom all over himself because he can't move from it? Or is he incontinent?
Again my prayers are with you and I am now lighting a candle for Baby Teagon.

[BLEU BOY BARBER]

Originally Posted by megansmomma

I just have been in tears all day long today about the news that I was dreading to hear from Corine. I feel sick and hollow inside. My heart is broken for this little baby. I knew what my vet had said the day that I picked him up but I was hoping that she was wrong. I've never doubted my vet in the past so deep down I knew what she was telling my last week was the truth. "The damage has been too long and most likely irreversible" But when you hear someone tell you something like that you always want to hold out hope. When I got the call this morning that the vet in Indy was also saying the exact same thing my heart just broke. I am not sure at this point when he will be taken to the Neurologist but she has promised to keep me informed.

I have passed the information on about the Oklahoma Vet Teaching Hospital and they are looking into this as an option as well. But once again, it is the fact that treatment was not given so such a long time~almost 2 MONTHS that is so devastating to his prognosis. All of the vets so far have also agreed that if he would have had IMMEDIATE surgery he would be able to walk now. It just is not realistic that 2 months after such a traumatic injury to now only be seeking care is such a long shot. But I guess we all need to pray for little Teagan that he will somehow be able to cross the next hurdle in his very short life.

I would also like to add something that I have kept to myself up until now.......when I first brought him to the vet one of the very first things that she noted about him was how dirty and covered in crude (lack of a better word). She told me to take him home and give his a very gentle much needed bath. She also couldn't figure out why he had so many scabs all over his little body~it turns out that at some point he was infected with FLEAS! Can you even believe this! FLEAS!!!! So this precious little one is in pain, not able to move and being attacked by FLEAS!

While he was with me I gave him a bath and very gently groomed him every other day because he is NOW not able to control his bowels or bladder. I never once saw any fleas but I am positive that is what the problem was since they were all around his neck, legs, back, head and ears. I live in ILLINOIS~how is it even possible to have fleas in the middle of the winter? It makes me sick to think what he has been through. How could anyone treat a little tiny 3 lb puppy like this.

I am sorry that I am now rambling about this but I just cannot get him out of my head. I know that rescue work is tough but I guess I always think about adult dogs but a tiny little baby like this living for almost 2 month, no pain meds being bitten by fleas. OMG.....................

Absolutely Ridiculous! Teagan is a life with a heart beat I can not believe his life was in such shape ....Breaks me to pieces!

Originally Posted by Yorkieville200

Jodi,

I believe you were meant to get involved with Teagan. I am so glad that when I responded to Marie's ad on Hoobly that I told her I was a member of YT.

You've raised Megan the way I have raised my son. Imagine an Executive at BCBS Insurance with a tiny baby bird in his office, that he is feeding.

We are all just going to pray for Teagan to recover.

If he turns out to be a candidate for surgery, and I am allowed to foster him, I will not apply to adopt him, I will step aside and he will be Megan's baby boy.

I don't want her hurt any further.

Hugs,
Sheila

I am glad I get to watch this unfold! No matter what Teagan is in good hands now....


If I may I would like to say a prayer..


Dear Lord.
I am just hearing of this news tonight and God many are standing in the gap for dear Teagan. I just ask you Lord right now to stop this congenital defect where it has started .. curse the very root of this disease in his body. No more pain and suffering. Lord I ask you right now to provide financial assitance for Teagan to get the medical care that he needs. God I ask you Lord for the family that you would have him to spend his days with for eternity God I ask you to open those doors as well. I ask you Lord for favor with surgeons nurses and neurologists .. God anyone that would come near Teagan I ask you to go before them .. Lord above all I ask you for continued life for Teagan... Lord I was in these shoes a year ago with BLEU BOY and you are no respector of persons. GOD WHAT YOU DO FOR ONE you do for all and I am asking you Lord for LIFE for TEAGAN .. I will be careful to give you all the Praise and Glory... AMEN


If I can be of any help please pm me. I will be following Teagans story!

[Yorkieville200]

Originally Posted by Mybabe4me

Sheila, and Jodi,
I am Val Babybear's mom. The one that TLC and another member posted the videos of. If either of you need any info on Atlanoaxial Instibility please let me know and I will give you the information. That is what Teagon has for the congenital defect. This is what BB has. BB has had surgery for it but we knew nothing about him having a defect in his neck. If you ever want to read his story please let me know I will copy and paste it and email it to you. I also have many files with information on AAI.
I was told Babybear would never walk after his surgery last year to remove one of the pins in his neck. And three days ago he walked for the first time in almost 3 years so miracles do happen and YT prayers will help Teagon pull through this. After surgery and his healing time he will need therapy. Water and Physical. Acupuncture will help also.
As for pain if the congenital defect is bothering him yes he will have pain. That is where the steroids come in. He will need to stay on these until his surgery. They will help reduce the swelling in the spinal cored that can cause the pain from the AAI.
I want you to know that this story has touched my heart in ways you will never know. All AAI(altanoaxial Instibility pups) touch my heart. I am here for you ladies. Anything you need. I so feel for Teagon. I know how BB was and my heart just goes out for this little guy. If you need me for anything you can email me at: Mybabe4me@aol.com I check my emails all the time. So please let me know if there is anything you need. I am sending many many prayers for all involved because this can be a very long journey. One I continue to lead every day.
Question about Teagons bowels and urine. Now where BB could not move away from his urine he would wet himself also. This is why he has worn a diaper for almost three years he knew when he went,because he would tell me by barking. He was on a wee wee pad 24/7 and I used a diaper like a belly band so when he pooped we would only get it on the wee wee pad and it would not stick to his hiney. IS the reason Teagon is going to the bathroom all over himself because he can't move from it? Or is he incontinent?
Again my prayers are with you and I am now lighting a candle for Baby Teagon.

Hi, Val.

Right now, Teagan is with YTNR and Jodi and I are awaiting news from them. I watched Babybear's video, and I remember what Bleu's Mama went through with him, so I believe Teagan can be helped.

Thank you for lighting a candle for him.

Sheila

[Yorkieville200]

Originally Posted by BLEU BOY BARBER

Absolutely Ridiculous! Teagan is a life with a heart beat I can not believe his life was in such shape ....Breaks me to pieces!



I am glad I get to watch this unfold! No matter what Teagan is in good hands now....


If I may I would like to say a prayer..


Dear Lord.
I am just hearing of this news tonight and God many are standing in the gap for dear Teagan. I just ask you Lord right now to stop this congenital defect where it has started .. curse the very root of this disease in his body. No more pain and suffering. Lord I ask you right now to provide financial assitance for Teagan to get the medical care that he needs. God I ask you Lord for the family that you would have him to spend his days with for eternity God I ask you to open those doors as well. I ask you Lord for favor with surgeons nurses and neurologists .. God anyone that would come near Teagan I ask you to go before them .. Lord above all I ask you for continued life for Teagan... Lord I was in these shoes a year ago with BLEU BOY and you are no respector of persons. GOD WHAT YOU DO FOR ONE you do for all and I am asking you Lord for LIFE for TEAGAN .. I will be careful to give you all the Praise and Glory... AMEN


If I can be of any help please pm me. I will be following Teagans story!

Thank you for the prayer. I've been at mass every morning, offering Teagan up at Intercessions.

Teagan deserves a life filled with love.

Sheila

[Mybabe4me]

Originally Posted by Yorkieville200

Hi, Val.

Right now, Teagan is with YTNR and Jodi and I are awaiting news from them. I watched Babybear's video, and I remember what Bleu's Mama went through with him, so I believe Teagan can be helped.

Thank you for lighting a candle for him.

Sheila

Sheila,
If you ever want to read about BB you are welcome to go to his webpage on dogster. Dog profile for Wheelie Boy Babybear® , a male Yorkshire Terrier. IF you go to his diary you will want to scroll down to the second entry on his homepage. That is how he broke his neck do to the AAI.. But even when the time comes if you need me for anything either of you please let me know I am here for you.

[Mybabe4me]

Oh i wanted to add to this. I just showed my husband the video of Teagon and his pictures. Now we both sat here and talked if surgery can't be done on Teagons and he will not be in pain then he can get threrapy and or a wheelchair. I have faith that he will be fine. I really wish there was something I could do to help you all. I would take Teagon in a heart beat if I had the monies to take care of his medical bills. Because I for one know how much a AAI pup can cost. But I would love to have this little guy also. It think many of us would.
Teagons Candle is continuing to burn for him. He is part of my heart. I watch his video and remember BB's days when he broke his neck and how pitiful he was. But look at him now.
Hugs to both of you for saving this baby.

[rbelland]

He will be in our prayers. My heart is just melting for this little guy.

[Yorkieville200]

Originally Posted by Mybabe4me

Sheila,
If you ever want to read about BB you are welcome to go to his webpage on dogster. Dog profile for Wheelie Boy Babybear® , a male Yorkshire Terrier. IF you go to his diary you will want to scroll down to the second entry on his homepage. That is how he broke his neck do to the AAI.. But even when the time comes if you need me for anything either of you please let me know I am here for you.

Thank you so much, Val. You are so very kind.

Sheila

[Yorkieville200]

Originally Posted by Mybabe4me

Oh i wanted to add to this. I just showed my husband the video of Teagon and his pictures. Now we both sat here and talked if surgery can't be done on Teagons and he will not be in pain then he can get threrapy and or a wheelchair. I have faith that he will be fine. I really wish there was something I could do to help you all. I would take Teagon in a heart beat if I had the monies to take care of his medical bills. Because I for one know how much a AAI pup can cost. But I would love to have this little guy also. It think many of us would.
Teagons Candle is continuing to burn for him. He is part of my heart. I watch his video and remember BB's days when he broke his neck and how pitiful he was. But look at him now.
Hugs to both of you for saving this baby.

Val,

Jodi convinced me that Teagan would be better off in a Rescue becuase of the money involved. And I am praying YTNR will approve my huband I and to Foster him. He is in our hearts. I got so attached to him in the days I spent speaking and e-mailing Marie, and having my Vet get involved, and I am furious that she did not turn him over to a Rescue immediately!

BB is an inspiration!!!!

I feel so nervous waiting to hear what YTNR's Neuro has to say about his options.

Sheila

[LunasMomma]

Poor little baby How could someone just let him suffer and suffer? If that was my puppy and I couldn't afford the surgery, I would have IMMEDIATELY gotten him to a rescue. I don't know the whole story behind what happened to him, but the word "selfish" comes to mind