Worried about Layla

[BanditSocks2]

Originally Posted by christiers

Lindsay, all I can say is how very disappointed I am to read of this horrid experience. Let's not think she re-injured, perhaps just agitated some areas that require rest for a day or so. I do hope desperately that Scott was to speak to the vet. Someone needs to address the careless actions of those techs. I just simply can't believe this happened. Sending lots and lots more prayers to all of you. Don't get discouraged....remember the examples I gave you. But absolutely insist that those two dim-wits have no contact with Layla going forward.

Your positive thinking has gotten you this far, so keep it up! You've been so amazingly strong and don't deserve something like this happening to you and Layla. I hope Scott got through to the vet and they can find some way to at least attempt to reconcile this with you. Good luck again and kisses to Layla!

[christiers]

Originally Posted by linz06

Sorry I didn't update sooner... the vet did call back and Scott told her how upset and hurt we were by seeing Layla dragging herself like that and the vet apologized profusely and said that never should have happened. She is going to try to find out who it was that brought Layla up, and she will let everyone know about it and take measures to make sure that never happens again to Layla or any other dog. She also said that by this point past surgery we're lucky because it probably wouldn't have caused much damage, if any. But we still need to be careful with her, and anyone handling her should have known that.

She will be extra fragile going forward. We handle Belle with white gloves. Any tail wags since Tuesday yet? And I stress YET.

Postive vibes for Layla and her mommie.

[linz06]

Originally Posted by christiers

She will be extra fragile going forward. We handle Belle with white gloves. Any tail wags since Tuesday yet? And I stress YET.

Postive vibes for Layla and her mommie.

No wags YET, but a couple of hours ago her left leg muscles seemed to be moving, almost vibrating. When I touched it, it stopped, and I massaged a little and the muscles stiffened up but she didn't seem to notice with her head.

[yorkieusa]

Originally Posted by linz06

Sorry I didn't update sooner... the vet did call back and Scott told her how upset and hurt we were by seeing Layla dragging herself like that and the vet apologized profusely and said that never should have happened. She is going to try to find out who it was that brought Layla up, and she will let everyone know about it and take measures to make sure that never happens again to Layla or any other dog. She also said that by this point past surgery we're lucky because it probably wouldn't have caused much damage, if any. But we still need to be careful with her, and anyone handling her should have known that.

I'm sending special prayers that you'll see some wags over the weekend and that there was no damage done to her. Keep going Layla!

[linz06]

Thank you!

When we dropped Layla off this morning, her vet was just walking into the building from her car, so she offered to take her in so we wouldn't have to wait. She apologized again, and said she found out who brought her up and it was just some high school volunteers! And she said that they never should have had Layla in their care at all. Nothing like this should have happened. She let everyone know and the issue is being sent to their nursing department to have it dealt with. She said she's making sure it will never happen to another dog again. But I can't stop thinking why did it happen to OUR dog?

We had no wags yet today. We're going away for the weekend, to my parents' cabin. The last time we were there, Layla was having the time of her life running around in the snow. She loves being out there in the summer too. But now it's making my heart hurt.

I know I need to stay positive but it's just incredibly hard.

[christiers]

Originally Posted by linz06

Thank you!

When we dropped Layla off this morning, her vet was just walking into the building from her car, so she offered to take her in so we wouldn't have to wait. She apologized again, and said she found out who brought her up and it was just some high school volunteers! And she said that they never should have had Layla in their care at all. Nothing like this should have happened. She let everyone know and the issue is being sent to their nursing department to have it dealt with. She said she's making sure it will never happen to another dog again. But I can't stop thinking why did it happen to OUR dog?

We had no wags yet today. We're going away for the weekend, to my parents' cabin. The last time we were there, Layla was having the time of her life running around in the snow. She loves being out there in the summer too. But now it's making my heart hurt.

I know I need to stay positive but it's just incredibly hard.

All of you have made it through the worst part, now time, patience, and positive thoughts are what is best for Layla. Look at all you have already done, everyone knows that you want what is best for Layla. Perhaps she needs a nice break from everything as well. This weekend maybe a welcome reprieve for her. So go, enjoy, carry her around for walks, let her soak in all the nature.

Keep doing what all of you have been doing...remember let her recover in her own time. Sending all of you lots of thoughts and prayers.

[AddieandMiaMom]

OMGosh! This is terrible, but again, only a bump in the road. Try to be positive, like the Reiki woman said, right? Layla will enjoy being at the cabin even if she can't run around yet, and here's why - she gets to be with YOU!

As far as what happened, if it ever happens again that a tech needs to be called to bring Layla back to you, be firm (not rude, just firm) that Layla is NOT to be walked, she must be carried, and if you know the names of the techs who have been involved in Layla's care in the past, request one of them bring her. The hospital should be happy to comply with your request.

TONS of happy thoughts and prayers to you, Layla and Scott. Enjoy your time at the cabin and know that Layla will, too.

[gizmostowers]

sending prayers

[linz06]

We are taking Layla's stroller so she will be outside with us if the weather is nice!

Just got a call from her vet, and she did very well today... still not as strong as Monday, but really good. She got a lot of movement on the exercise ball, and that's where she always seems to be the strongest. She was also put in a cart for a little while and ran around for a good 5 minutes and tired herself out! The vet said she really seemed to enjoy being able to speed around! They followed her and helped her out a little with turning and stuff while she had her wheels. Then she walked on the treadmill for another 5 minutes.

The vet also mentioned a couple of lumps, which we noticed before she went down and meant to have them checked out. We did mention them to our small town vet but she said they're probably just cysts that all dogs get. Well, the college vet seemed a little more concerned and wants us to have them checked, so we'll have them done one day when she's there for rehab.

[celstu1]

awwwww Linz! I am so sorry to hear about the drama with vet Techs..... thats just awful!! I am very glad to hear about her tail wags and stuff though!! What GREAT progress for Layla!! I hope you have a wonderful weekend at your parents house and that Layla does well also!

[linz06]

I just got home and wanted to come here with an exciting update!

On Friday night we arrived at the cabin and took Layla in and put her in her crate, brought everything else in, and it was kind of hectic. My mom, of course, was all over Layla and petting her and talking to her, and when I finally got a chance I came towards her and put my hand out to pet her and her tail started going! I was like "She's wagging her tail! She's wagging! She hasn't wagged in days!" and I called to Scott but I couldn't even think of grabbing a camera. All four of us saw it! It lasted for a long time. I was ecstatic telling my parents what it could mean, and saying that I wasn't sure earlier that we would ever see it again!

We were ready and armed with a camera for the rest of the night and all of Saturday, but to no avail. There wasn't any more wagging.

This morning, Scott got out of bed around 6 or 6:30 to express her bladder. He put her back in her crate beside our bed. I kept waking up periodically and looking at her, and she was awake and would look at me too. Finally I decided to get up, and it was almost like she was waiting... she started shifting weight on her front legs like she always has done when she's excited about something, and she looked so eager in her eyes, and when I bent down to give her a good morning pet, her tail wagged! I was like "You're wagging your tail! Oh my gosh!" and I was fumbling around trying to grab my cell phone and get the camcorder setting on (which takes awhile when I just wake up and don't have my contacts in!) but by the time I got it figured out, she had stopped wagging. I set the phone on top of the crate and pointed it down while recording but I didn't get another wag. But I am so glad we saw two wags this weekend anyway!

On Saturday, Scott, my dad, and I went golfing at this little course near our cabin. We noticed a group of people with a dog on a leash and thought, hey, Layla's in a stroller, why can't we bring her? So today, my parents, Scott, Layla, and I all had a golf outing Layla's stroller also has perfect storage for snacks lol! So she was our "snacks and drinks" girl. She seemed to really enjoy her time out with us!

[lisaly]

I can just imagine the joy you feel when you see Layla's tail wagging. All of this must be so heartbreaking for you, but when she responds to you like that, your heart must be filled with such love and joy. I wish your emotions didn't have to be like a roller coaster ride. I know how that feels. Just know that so many of us care and are pulling for you, Scott, and Layla. Layla is one lucky little girl, but you are too, because you have her to love.

[christiers]

Originally Posted by linz06

I just got home and wanted to come here with an exciting update!

On Friday night we arrived at the cabin and took Layla in and put her in her crate, brought everything else in, and it was kind of hectic. My mom, of course, was all over Layla and petting her and talking to her, and when I finally got a chance I came towards her and put my hand out to pet her and her tail started going! I was like "She's wagging her tail! She's wagging! She hasn't wagged in days!" and I called to Scott but I couldn't even think of grabbing a camera. All four of us saw it! It lasted for a long time. I was ecstatic telling my parents what it could mean, and saying that I wasn't sure earlier that we would ever see it again!

We were ready and armed with a camera for the rest of the night and all of Saturday, but to no avail. There wasn't any more wagging.

This morning, Scott got out of bed around 6 or 6:30 to express her bladder. He put her back in her crate beside our bed. I kept waking up periodically and looking at her, and she was awake and would look at me too. Finally I decided to get up, and it was almost like she was waiting... she started shifting weight on her front legs like she always has done when she's excited about something, and she looked so eager in her eyes, and when I bent down to give her a good morning pet, her tail wagged! I was like "You're wagging your tail! Oh my gosh!" and I was fumbling around trying to grab my cell phone and get the camcorder setting on (which takes awhile when I just wake up and don't have my contacts in!) but by the time I got it figured out, she had stopped wagging. I set the phone on top of the crate and pointed it down while recording but I didn't get another wag. But I am so glad we saw two wags this weekend anyway!

On Saturday, Scott, my dad, and I went golfing at this little course near our cabin. We noticed a group of people with a dog on a leash and thought, hey, Layla's in a stroller, why can't we bring her? So today, my parents, Scott, Layla, and I all had a golf outing Layla's stroller also has perfect storage for snacks lol! So she was our "snacks and drinks" girl. She seemed to really enjoy her time out with us!

How wonderful it was to read this!! It made me smile so much this morning, what a little trooper you have there! :th umbup:

[yorkieusa]

Lindsey,

It has made my day to read your post. I'm so happy you all had a good weekend away, too. Sounds like Layla was really enjoying it.

[celstu1]

YAY! Layla stories make me smile! I am so so so glad to hear about the tail wags!!! I really feel so positive for Layla and her recovery! I am glad to hear that you do too! Linz you are an inspiration to us all if ever something like this were to happen and it could to any of us. Keep doing what you're doing! This bonding time with Layla is really strengthened your relationship with her too!