Stormy update
 

I feel much better now and I think I did the best thing possible I could for Stormy last night. I went in around 10pm to speak with Dr. Bernard the vet who decided Stormy shouldn't be put down and he wanted me to surrender her to him. At first I was shocked and confused that so much time had passed and she wasn't put down. I was mad at this office in general not at this vet though. If it wasn't for him she wouldn't be alive right now. So I spoke with one of the nice ladies at the front before I went in on the phone and she said that when they did the shift change at 7pm yesterday the new vet came in and was very curious about the case and why she was being put to sleep. The other vet had just wrote down a couple things and from what he wrote Dr Bernard didn't feel it was "serious" to put her down for. The lady told me that he fell for Stormy and she said in all the years she's been there she's never seen him do this for another animal, there was something about my baby that had him wanting to do more for her. So I went in and he examined her, paying attention to her eyes the most. I guess the other vet said he thought she may have neurological issues which he NEVER mentioned to me AT ALL EVER! He said that because when we went in yesterday her pupils were dilated very small the size of a pin. Today they weren't like that though. They were normal but he did mention that when he was shinning the light the left one didn't contract as fast as the other, he said there could be something blocking the passage ways between the eyes but he isn't sure at this time. We talked for a good 45mins, I cried alot. I told him how I felt and how much I care for Stormy and the whole situation and how crazy it has been for me and that if I had lots of money I'd do whatever it was to make her better but I don't and I just can't do it and I only want the best for her because she is so very special to me and my whole family. I think he realized how much she ment to me and I believe he cares about animals as well. He told me that even if I had alot of money sometimes you can't spend it all on the animal because it's just not worth it, he doesn't believe in animals suffering. He said that it's better to have a healthy pet then a sick one and that the costs for medical bills is outrageous. He didn't want to say to much about the office and other vet but I can tell he was not impressed. He told me he actually had a note from the whole owner about NOT putting her down, he was losing money!! SO you see who is in it for the money and who actually has a heart. He said he can't promise me anything because he doesn't know what can be wrong with her inside. He said he's going to first get the blood in bum problem out of the way and figured out, hes going to do xrays of her to check for the "broken ribs" and whatever else can be wrong, he wants to eventually do her nose last because he said she needs more there and that this may be causing issues because theres no filters there and it just can't be open like that. He said it may take some time and he said if he can't do anything for her she may have to be put down in the bed but this can go either way and I will be praying she makes out fine and that there isn't any major issues. He told me his wife is scared of dogs so he doesn't know if he can have her at the end but said she will either go with him home or she may stay at the vets and be a pet there since this is a 24-7 vet clinic that is open all the time obviously. I told him that she's my little baby and she really enjoys to be around people and that I am not sure if living at a vet clinic would be the best for her, I said I would be willing to buy her back at the end if that was an option, he didn't say nothing about that but he did say that who knows maybe after all this is done he will give her back to me! He said this a few times as we were talking. I am not getting my hopes up because I don't want to be hurt in the end if I don't get her back but I must say it did sound good to hear this. He is going to keep me posted as to what is going on to her and I will be asking him if it's okay if I visit, from my understanding she will be staying at the clinic for all this and possibly going home with him occasionally for now. I felt really good talking to him and I really feel he wants to help her out, he said he can't help me any other way because it's not his office and the only way he can try to help is this way because it won't cost him nearly as much to get her better then it would me.

So heres a couple pictures of her before we left, she helped put my daughter to sleep one last time.

thanks everyone who is being supportive for me, I need it the most right now!

I'm sorry I don't know Stormy's story. I have been MIA for awhile but oh my goodness, sounds like you have been thru a lot. I certainly hope that everything works out for little Stormy. Please know that you are in my prayers.

I'm glad that you made that decision. I hope Stormy has a wonderful life.

I feel for you.

Your third picture really got me as the 2 of you look so close.

I is for sure a really delicate situation you have to deal with. But if he can try to save your yorkie... I think I would of do the same.

I am so sorry you have to let her go...

This vet is for sure an animal lover. Good for him.

I hope your little one will make it.

:hug:

Thank you so much for the update. I know this was a terribly hard decision for you to make but I feel you are doing the right thing. I pray the vet is able to help her and that she lives a long happy healthy life. Please keep us updated on how she is doing. Hugs.

Sorry i don't know the whole story, but this saddens me for you and your family to make that kind of decision.
I see hope in what the vet had to say and what he could offer.
It seems like this may be yet another chance for Stormy. In the end I hope Stormy comes through this and in the end she's back with you.
I know its hard NOT to get your hopes up, but there are people out there that actually do what they say, i hope this for you.
PLEASE KEEP US UPDATED:)

Thank you for updating, My thoughts and prayers are with you , I know this had to be so very hard :love:

Sending Prayers your way:hands::hands::hands::hands:

I'm so glad Stormy is getting medical help. I know you'll miss her. But you made a very selfless decision. I'm sure Stormy would thank you.

As hard as your decision must have been- i think you did the right thing- It sounds like he is cautiously optimistic. It is a powerful love that can give her up for a better quality of life.... looking forward to updates!

Great Update!

YOU are a very Good Momma :)

((hugs)) What a hard decision you had to make. Im glad the vet is willing to give her the help she needs. Please keep up updated.

Thank you it was so hard to let her go but this is the only chance she has to have everything done to help her and figure everything out that is going on in her little body. I really feel he wants to help her, he said he would rather save a dog then it be about money. I don't want to get too excited because the outcome can be either way but in my heart I will hope and pray she will be back with me without any issues soon. I think he really saw how much I love her and how close we are and I don't think he could of just came straight out and said oh yeah I will give her back to you 100% because he has to be professional but I for some reason have a feeling if all goes well that may be the out come but I will be happy regardless if he takes her after as long as she is healthy and happy and I get to see her again :)

Your love for Stormy couldnt be more obvious....God Bless you both! I will keep you and her in my prayers!:animal-pa

I will keep her and you in my prayers and hope she can make a full recovery.

I will be praying for Stormy . you have made the right decision for her, as heartbreaking as this is for you. I am very sorry your going through this. I hope your able to visit her and keep in contact with the vet. I will be thinking about you and Stormy.

I think you made the right decision. I have been following your story.. good luck:)

I will keep both you and Stormy in my thoughts and prayer's.
I do hope with the help of this vet she can make a full recovery
and live a happy life. She so deserves it.

Oh gosh, that poor little sweetie! Kudos to you for doing what is BEST for Stormy. I know how much pain you must be in. I HOPE and pray that he can heal her and by some miracle you get her back whole again. It seems this little girl is a little worse for the wear and need some medical help. I hope he can fix her nose for her too. Shes a precious baby. Please keep us posted on her progress when you hear from the vet.

Bless your heart.

You just exhibited the greatest of love - to give up your baby for her own best interest. I know it had to be heart wrenching. Now at least you know she will have every chance at the very best of life.

This is such a heart renchng storey. I have such a admiration for you both. Stormy came to you for a reason. I believe there is quite a storey to be told. I wish thee vets were covered by our regular helath insurance,because they are such an obvious family member. They eat and sleep and have hair cuts and should also be tax deductions..oh wait "That's in my perfect world"...I wish all involved the strength and hope everyone involved gets all their prayers and wished granted. Thank you for letting us be a part of Stormys Journey. There is a storey here to tell. Keep us informed. Prayers and hugs to you all!!!

Medical bills can be more than one can handle. But if you had to surrender Stormy, rest assured that something good will come of it. My last visit to the vet, to say goodbyle to my beloved little guy stays in my mind. My vet told me that I should expect a call from him in the next year. He often has dogs come in as surrenders. He refuses to euthanize any dog under 9 years if they are "fixable". He fixes them and calls his clients when he knows there can be a good family match. I'm waiting. I know the call will come.

A very hard decision but one a good mommy makes.I will be keeping you and Stormy in my prayers and praying for a reunion. You did the right thing.

Your in my prayers. You are the best mamma that Stormy could have, because you paid the ultimate price, letting her go so she can get better. Even if he doesn't give her back to you, she will always be there in your heart.
Take comfort in the love she has given to you and your family, and keep it close.

I have followed this story and I hope and pray that she gets all fixed up and is returned to you. You are so brave and my heart goes out to you and your family. Good things come to selfless people. And although your heart is breaking, she will be all fixed soon! Please let us know how she is doing.

I admire you so much for making this heart-breaking decision....you've put Stormy's welfare first - even though it means not having her with you. (((hugs))) to you xxx xxx

What a wonderful vet & what a wonderful YOU!!!!

Keeping you and Stormy in my thoughts and prayers. I know that this was not an easy decision for you. Hugs.

This is nice to hear. I was disappointed that you didn't sign her over to the vet yesterday. I really feel that this is the only way that Stormy will get the help that she needs. She's going to pull through this, wait and see!