Originally Posted by TLC (Post 3107795)

I think that is a good idea to call the Vet and get clearance.
Also, Randi, I don't think anyone would ever suggest you putting Roriee in cargo. It is scary and unsafe for a healthy pup, let alone an AAI pup.

I hope things work out soon :(

Originally Posted by Wylie's Mom (Post 3111052)

This is for *another* thread, not for this thread. Please start this discussion elsewhere. It's a good discussion, but not for here. Thank you.

Originally Posted by mommadog1 (Post 3111040)

WOW.. first you all jump all over her to give the dog to a rescue, she finds one that will actually help..and now your on her because the pup has to be transported!!!! They can move her carefully, it's not like they ar going to ship her...

Originally Posted by shodanusmc (Post 3111049)

WHen is enough, and when is it proper to put a sick animal down?

Now no need to start a flame war, just asking a question. Even my wife and I disagree on this topic as I feel years ago she kept our Golden at the time alive at least a year past when he should have been put to peace.

I also can't help but agreeing with Momma Dog. For the dog to be helped, why does it have to wind up with a different family? My personal feeling is, if you can't afford something, do not buy it. If you can't maintain it, do not buy it.

Originally Posted by shodanusmc (Post 3111049)

WHen is enough, and when is it proper to put a sick animal down?

Now no need to start a flame war, just asking a question. Even my wife and I disagree on this topic as I feel years ago she kept our Golden at the time alive at least a year past when he should have been put to peace.

I also can't help but agreeing with Momma Dog. For the dog to be helped, why does it have to wind up with a different family? My personal feeling is, if you can't afford something, do not buy it. If you can't maintain it, do not buy it.

Originally Posted by Woogie Man (Post 3108312)

I just went back and read the posts going back to last November. It's heartbreaking to think of Roriee in so much pain and I truly hope for a great outcome for her.

It is obvious that Randi loves Roriee very much. She has been through so much with this and has been tugged in many directions over Roriee's care. It did seem like she was doing much better for quite some time. Randi posted a thread in January with an update on Roriee and got 0 replies.

I know nothing about AAI, except what I've read here on this forum. It does seem like there are several treatments, some more conservative than others. I can understand why she followed a conservative treatment as Roriee was getting better until this relapse.

That being said, it's obvious that more needs to be done for Roriee now. I see where Randi has agreed to surrender Roriee in order for her to get treatment, but there may be complications with that.

This is such a troubling situation. Randi, since you have an offer of help in Michigan, could you not drive her there yourself? Perhaps have someone to drive and you can keep Roriee comfortable and make sure she doesn't get excited? It's a shame that help for her is so far away but, if that's your only option, you should take it IMO.

Both Roriee and you will be in my prayers. I wish for nothing but the best for her and hope to see an update with some positive news.

Originally Posted by Mardelin (Post 3111058)

Wow! AAI dogs are in excruitiating pain. Any movement to them is unbearable. Ann/moderator is familiar with AAI and the symptoms these pups undergo. A lengthy trip that has been described would only be detrimental to this pup, even resulting in death. Every bump in the road would affect this pup. I can only imagine how much pain that pup would endure. I know what I feel like when I'm experiencing a migraine while in a moving car. Every mile seems like a hundred.

Originally Posted by shodanusmc (Post 3108524)

Ok, I admit I have short term memory loss from Encephalitis. I see 120 posts, and lot of bickering, and lot of back slapping, but I have to ask, what is the outcome here? All I can see is a lady with cancer under a gread deal of stress and a sick dog. Unfortunatley, tough love does not work for everyone. Some resist and will push away. So what is the outcome?

I agree with Maryeverette, Love how you all just jump on her. She had some very valid points. This thread is getting to the point of no return. Dogs and people get sick. Show some compassion to the lady. How the heck do you think she feels. Seriously, I need to just take some time off from YT. I only came here looking for a future breeder to get a pup from someday. That mission has been accomplished. With this group, I feel like a bull in a china shop. I can see now why this site in not on the Marine Corps list of recommended reading. Have a great day.

Originally Posted by mommadog1 (Post 3111072)

Very well said!! :thumbup:

Originally Posted by mommadog1 (Post 3111079)

:thumbup::thumbup::thumbup::thumbup: I couldn't begin to agree more!!

Originally Posted by Mardelin (Post 3111065)

Ann,

If you don't mind, I'll answer the ole retired Marine's question.

When is it time to put a sick animal down? When you know that the animal has no quality of life. When each and every treatment only provides a temporary fix. Most of us tend to put off the enevitable for our own benefit. Our emotions come into play. I've done it, but have learned to look into their eyes and somehow they tell me when it's time to let them go.


I also can't help but agreeing with Momma Dog. For the dog to be helped, why does it have to wind up with a different family? My personal feeling is, if you can't afford something, do not buy it. If you can't maintain it, do not buy it

You've answered Mommadog's question in your last sentence.

Originally Posted by megansmomma (Post 3111083)

The problem with your :thumbup::thumbup: is that all of the efforts that went into having Roriee surrendered were underminded by a couple of the PP.:mad: Now the OPer is back to not surrendering to get this poor dog the care she desperately needs! Instead she is still laying in pain with a condition that could kill her at any time with even a turn of her head. I have a really good idea where to stick that :thumbup: :D