Nancy it was not a hoax 5 months ago. I can't say today is the same but the vet was contacted and no fund was setup for the dog to help with the surgery. The dog has never been seen again by this vet.

Who contacted the vet, last time a vet was contacted, it turned out to be by someone who was part of the hoax. I did a google, and there are many websites that have a dog named Roriee with AAI. Here's one published in Nov: My Baby Roriee - IMOM Community Home and it said in Dec she had her own website. www.roriee.com. Lots of the other websites are no longer working, the dog was in serious trouble in November, can we even be sure it's still alive. Why have all the other websites closed down? Again, what was the name of the vet? There may have been a sick dog at one time, but are we sure, it's still alive?

Nancy, I totally agree with you. However, my opinion and $4 will get you a Starbucks Frapachinno. At least a Grande though! :D

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Can I throw this out there ? Been here a long long time - I don't like seeing the comments to Ann - She's been the best moderator and is an outstanding CARING person - no I don't know her in real life but have never ever seen her say anything that I question -

her job here is tough enough without people questioning her...she has to monitor this whole (huge) site WHILE being fair and tactful and has always accomplished both.

Regarding rescue ....and all I can say is HATS OFF TO THOSE WHO DO IT ! :thumbup: Not many of us could cope with what they see day in and day out without wanting to scream at the pet world - what they do is highly emotional. How many of us could deal with this kind of thing on a daily basis ? Not too many of us I would think - I know personally - I'd probably have a hard time keeping thoughts to myself IF I knew what they know and see.

I just had to say that - thanks for listening...

BACK ON TOPIC NOW -

I've been off the site for the most part all of last week and am playing catch up ....this is one serious illness - I never knew (as I posted a few posts back) how truly painful it really is :( It's sure an eye opener and I'll never be able to read about a dog with AAI the same again based on the info given here.

Is this little yorkie is NOT going into rescue ? Is there a plan ?

I really hope the OP accepts the suggestions and soon.

Nancy, the other websites were just taken down a few days ago when Randi announced that Roiree was not a good candidate for surgery. Many of us asked her why the websites asking for donations for surgery were still up then. They were pulled shortly afterwards.

I have, Linda has and other members here on YT have (yesterday). We have seen all of her threads..what we don't know is if the dog is still alive. She has not provided anything to prove the dog is alive today. I am not sure what you are talking about in regards to the Hoax...???

The vet was contacted yesterday? When was the last time he saw the dog?

Wow....I'm super glad I had other things to do this weekend. This thread is an utter train wreck!:thumbdown

To have a rescue foot the bill for this dogs treatment and allow the OP to keep her is quite frankly one of the most ridiculous notions I've ever heard. It shouldn't be the job of some outside entity to foot the vet bill for someone because they can't afford it, which is basically what that would be doing. This dog needs help and is in a home where the owner can't provide it. She needs to be in a home where it can be. Period. Not a difficult concept to grasp. Funny, I explained the situation to my 9 year old just now and she said the same thing. Guess my 9 year old has a better grasp on reality than some of the people who have posted in this thread.

Still wondering about the OPs two Chis...

Just for anyone not familiar with AAI:
I have been a Vet Tech for 20+ years (now retired) and have worked in all areas of veterinary medicine.

I just want everyone to know that even with all my experience, I would never, ever even attempt to provide homecare to a pup that is suffering with this condition, AAI/AAS.

This condition is a timebomb waiting to go off. One wrong move by the caregiver or the pup can result in immediate, irreversible death.

Years ago, pups born with this congenital defect were immediately PTS, as there was no hope for a cure. Now, in this day and age, with the advances made in veterinary medicine, there is hope for these pups to live normal, happy lives, provided they receive the necessary medical treatment, which involves repair of the connection between the head and the neck.

Without this surgery, it is just a matter of time before the inevitable happens.

Lord, please have mercy on this poor puppy.

I read this entire thread and just can't even start to express the emotions I am feeling.

To know that my baby needs something in order to live in a pain free world and deny them of that is simply uncomprehensible to me. We have dealt with minor, compared to this condition, health problems in my house and sought every resource available to ensure we were providing the best care.

I pray that some peace is brought into this baby's life soon, hopefully with medical care and a home that can keep medical attention for her instead of the eternal peace. :(

If you have not read my baby girl's blog for a more POSITIVE report on a Severe AAI puppy- please do so. She was diagnosed mid Jan 2010 at 11 wks old. The blog explains with lots of photos step by step what we have experienced with Ellie's health, and her current status. It all began with a sudden paralysis, and yelping- then immediately to our wonderful vet...and then to an amazing neuro surgeon. We are currently in Conservative treatment for Ellie...after a body cast of 8 wks scar tissue and ligaments have formed around her c1/c2 and we treat her with caution. Her case is much like Posey's as some of you know- that Cathie Cyr or YorkiesInc raised. Posey still has not needed surgery. So there are cases that the fusion can take place= but must be protected from injury. Our surgeon said IF we ever needed or elected for the surgery he would recommend 6 more months to a year for stronger bones in this tiny puppy.
With that said- yes AAI is terribly serious. We walked deaths valley with Ellie many days - and prepared one day at a time for whatever the future holds. But there is also HOPE. With expert vet care - this can be maintained. It takes TOTAL commitment and determination on the part of the owner equaled with the Yorkie attitude and will to overcome. My friends, my family, and many yorkie people in the community have been nothing but an inspiration to us- But the truth is- Ellie has been the inspiration to all of us. I don't know if Roriee is in the same condition as Ellie physically- If she is I cannot imagine how much pain she would be in without immediate and daily care. I just pray this little doggie has relief. And may we in this YT community know most people on here are genuine and passionate about the health of puppies. I think this situation is beyond our control as any and all offers to help have been given from many on YT this whole week.May God bring peace in this whole link.

AAI Ellie Blog
 

Yorkie Ellie's Journey

for day to day medical and emotional info with a Severe AAI Yorkie Puppy
There is HOPE

So, AAI would be considered a congenital (present at birth) rather than a genetic defect? Also, it seems that some cases can be managed without surgery, as I read from Sherryllynne's post. Just trying to educate myself about this. It seems like in all cases this is a nightmare condition.

As to the OP's case, I guess we just have to let go of this one. She seems to want to go it alone. I'll continue to pray for Roriee and hope for a good outcome or at least an end to her suffering.

You are an Amazing mom. What an inspiration you and your baby are to this thread. I wish you would contact her and send her in the right direction because none of us can. She wont listen. But your story.........is fantastic. Thanks so much for posting this positive story of HOPE. Lissette http://www.elliepearl.blogspot.com/

I meant to copy you. Again thanks for this great info you provided. Very well documented.