Worried about Layla

[dwerten]

Originally Posted by linz06

I am trying! I went to the doctor this morning for myself and I let him know how stressed I've been and it may have a bit of a negative effect on my health. He said he totally understands that and asked if I've been praying, and I said yes. He said that's good and it's good for the body too because when you give God some of your burden, your stress level decreases. He said he is going to pray for Layla too, and he will be hoping for good news when I go back to him in September. In his words "Doctors can do so much, but God needs to do the rest. We aren't smart enough!"

I will post an update when I hear from her vet today to find out how she did in rehab.

wow sounds like you have a great doc that was so sweet

[MOMOF5]

This is the first time that I have seen this post and want to send prayers & thoughts for you and Layla. Years ago when my Shih Tzu was 4 yrs. old he lost the use of his back legs because the discs in his back were deteriating. We had an amazing vet at the time(now passed away) that did surgery and told us that he doubted that Kaz would ever walk again and had even ordered a cart for him. Kaz was in the hospital for about a month and we visited him every day. The Vet gave us an empty room and a blanket so that we could sit with him ,play and just encourage him. He did walk again, which even stunned the vet and lived to be 13 years old( Kaz had a bad heart). I know people(even our families) thought it was stupid to spend the amount of money that we did but it was more than worth it! I'm trying to say that prayers are answered and this group will be praying extra hard for Layla! I don't always put things right but hope is always eternal and never give up!

[dwerten]

Originally Posted by MOMOF5

This is the first time that I have seen this post and want to send prayers & thoughts for you and Layla. Years ago when my Shih Tzu was 4 yrs. old he lost the use of his back legs because the discs in his back were deteriating. We had an amazing vet at the time(now passed away) that did surgery and told us that he doubted that Kaz would ever walk again and had even ordered a cart for him. Kaz was in the hospital for about a month and we visited him every day. The Vet gave us an empty room and a blanket so that we could sit with him ,play and just encourage him. He did walk again, which even stunned the vet and lived to be 13 years old( Kaz had a bad heart). I know people(even our families) thought it was stupid to spend the amount of money that we did but it was more than worth it! I'm trying to say that prayers are answered and this group will be praying extra hard for Layla! I don't always put things right but hope is always eternal and never give up!

You put this BEAUTIFULLY!!! thanks for posting this for her it brought tears to my eyes

[linz06]

Originally Posted by MOMOF5

This is the first time that I have seen this post and want to send prayers & thoughts for you and Layla. Years ago when my Shih Tzu was 4 yrs. old he lost the use of his back legs because the discs in his back were deteriating. We had an amazing vet at the time(now passed away) that did surgery and told us that he doubted that Kaz would ever walk again and had even ordered a cart for him. Kaz was in the hospital for about a month and we visited him every day. The Vet gave us an empty room and a blanket so that we could sit with him ,play and just encourage him. He did walk again, which even stunned the vet and lived to be 13 years old( Kaz had a bad heart). I know people(even our families) thought it was stupid to spend the amount of money that we did but it was more than worth it! I'm trying to say that prayers are answered and this group will be praying extra hard for Layla! I don't always put things right but hope is always eternal and never give up!

What a great story! Stories like this are what keep me going every day, honestly. Thank you so much for sharing. I have heard so many miracle stories about dogs in the same situation or even worse off than Layla and they have recovered fully. Thank you again for your post!

[yorkieusa]

Way to go little Miss Layla! Try to take care of yourself as best you can and find a little bit of time to relax or take a soaker. Sending more prayers for this most special little girl named Layla.

[kjc]

Things seem to be going great for Miss Layla! I am amazed at how far she has progressed in this short amount of time! Great job You guys!

[ladyjane]

I don't post here every day, but I read this thread every day! I am so impressed with all that you are doing for Layla! She is such a lucky girl to be loved so much!

She is in my thoughts and prayers as are you and Scott. I am so happy to hear that she is showing some improvement. She is a doll...loved her pics!

[teacup0819]

I'm so happy to hear that you got some encouraging news about Layla's progress. She seems to be doing really well. Her pictures are adorable. She looks quite content in her crate. She is a lucky girl to have you.

[linz06]

Thank you all so much. We are lucky humans to have her

I don't want to get my hopes up too high but this morning when she was in her crate sleeping, her back legs and her tail were twitching almost rhythmically. I didn't want to move to look closer because I'd wake her up, but I could tell by her fur moving. It wasn't just her breathing motion, there were definitely other muscles moving. But she still doesn't seem to have feeling back. So I don't know! But apparently that's a sign to look for, because there's so much brain activity during sleep, so that might be causing twitching or movements. But I really really don't want to look at it as a sign of something and it end up being nothing!

[scentlady]

Originally Posted by linz06

Thank you all so much. We are lucky humans to have her

I don't want to get my hopes up too high but this morning when she was in her crate sleeping, her back legs and her tail were twitching almost rhythmically. I didn't want to move to look closer because I'd wake her up, but I could tell by her fur moving. It wasn't just her breathing motion, there were definitely other muscles moving. But she still doesn't seem to have feeling back. So I don't know! But apparently that's a sign to look for, because there's so much brain activity during sleep, so that might be causing twitching or movements. But I really really don't want to look at it as a sign of something and it end up being nothing!

Sometimes God gives us little signs to give us hope
Hang in there lindsey! Your miracle is closer everyday! Keep the Faith.

[DebbieD]

Originally Posted by linz06

Thank you all so much. We are lucky humans to have her

I don't want to get my hopes up too high but this morning when she was in her crate sleeping, her back legs and her tail were twitching almost rhythmically. I didn't want to move to look closer because I'd wake her up, but I could tell by her fur moving. It wasn't just her breathing motion, there were definitely other muscles moving. But she still doesn't seem to have feeling back. So I don't know! But apparently that's a sign to look for, because there's so much brain activity during sleep, so that might be causing twitching or movements. But I really really don't want to look at it as a sign of something and it end up being nothing!

Do not doubt yourself. You know Layla better than anyone, so you know what you are seeing! Sometimes in life all we have is hope, without it we have nothing!
Keep the faith!!!

[MOMOF5]

We are still praying for you Layla and great news!

[linz06]

I am still having good days and bad days and today is a bad day. Nothing has gotten worse, nothing has changed, I'm just fighting back tears. I wish I would have taken her to emergency in the first place instead of listening to her cry in pain all night. I wish the vet didn't just tell me to take her home and bring her in the morning. I know everything happens for a reason but I wish I would have listened to my heart instead of my rational head that just said "The vet knows more than you do, so do what the vet says" Hindsight is 20/20 and I know I can't keep dwelling on it but it's hard to shake the feeling that I let down my little girl.

[yorkieusa]

Sweet little Layla, we are all still praying for you to get well.

[JERSEY BOY]

Originally Posted by linz06

I am still having good days and bad days and today is a bad day. Nothing has gotten worse, nothing has changed, I'm just fighting back tears. I wish I would have taken her to emergency in the first place instead of listening to her cry in pain all night. I wish the vet didn't just tell me to take her home and bring her in the morning. I know everything happens for a reason but I wish I would have listened to my heart instead of my rational head that just said "The vet knows more than you do, so do what the vet says" Hindsight is 20/20 and I know I can't keep dwelling on it but it's hard to shake the feeling that I let down my little girl.

Hi,
I have been following your thread but never posted. I send prayers and positive thoughts everyday. You are amazing and you did everything right, in no way did you let down your little girl , please don't second guess yourself. Layla is a sweetie pie and she is making progress. you and Scott are such loving people and the care you are giving Layla is outstanding.
I will continue to send of prayers, positive thoughts and hugs from NJ.