Update on Cassie
 

We went to the surgeon last night and he said Cassies problems are definately from allergies being neglected. It makes me so angry that this could have been avoided.

We had one surgeon say that he would suggest Cassie have one ear at a time done as it is a long and very painful surgery, he would charge 1400.00 per ear. The other surgeon uses laser for surgery and he said he would be very comfortable doing both ears at the same time, he would book a day just for Cassie's surgery.

When I got home another foster mom from SAY called me and they are going thru the same thing with their little boy, and their surgeon is renowned, people come from all over to see her. She is in Pennsylvania, she charges 2100.00 for the surgery and does it by laser as well. So the decision has been made that Cassie will go to PA to have the surgery, Liz and I will arrange a way to get Cassie to her, then after her surgery when she is well enough to travel we will get her back here. Liz just cannot take Cassie on for her whole recovery, as her little guy just went thru the same thing. This surgeon is a specialist and has done this procedure on small dogs numerous times. So I feel comfortable with this plan.

She will need 3-4 weeks recovery time and will retain the hearing she currently has. The only downside is she may have to wait 3 weeks or so to get in as this surgeon is so busy, but the vet last night said that is fine, she will not get worse in that time.

She will be able to keep her ear drums, they only have to remove the canals.

Thank you to everyone here for your support and help. Cassie is going to be the sweet girl she is meant to be with no more pain and itching. She will definately be a special needs girl, with the allergies and reduced hearing, but I am so glad her suffering is nearing an end.

Again THANK YOU, I cannot say it enough.

That poor little girl! Is the recovery time any easier with laser method?

It is my understanding that yes it is. Also less bleeding during surgery.

Sounds like she is in good hands! Hugs to you and Cassie!

Such great news! Please keep us updated! :)

This is good news. Prayers for Cassie and hugs for you are on the way :animal-pa

Sending good thoughts to you and Cassie. Keeping Cassie in my prayers.

Thank you so much. It is my understanding, she is in for a bit of a rough road so the prayers are vert appreciated.

I will keep you all updated.

We will be praying and hoping Cassie has successful surgery and makes as speedy recovery as possible. Thank you for the updates.

That is terrific. Thank you for helping her. Glad I was able to contribute in a small way.

Hi and Welcome to YT! Sorry it's under these circumstances...

This is excellent news... so glad something can be done, and be in your price range! Keeping your little Cassie in my prayers...

Im glad Cassie is going to have her surgery and isnt going to lose her eardums. Ill keep her in my prayers

thank you all. I have come to love this little girl in the few days I have had her, she is hard not to love. If anyone can tell me how to post pics I will share some pics of her with you. You will see why you cannot help but love her to pieces!!

When you post a reply to the thread, page down and you will see the option to manage attachments. Click on that, and then browse for your pic you have saved.

I am so glad to hear your update. I pray Cassie can get in as soon as possible and be on the road to a much better life. Thank you!

Its very sad that she now has to wait another 3 weeks before she can have surgery on her ears to relieve all the pain she is in. I wouldn't be able to watch her suffer for a few more weeks if she were in my care.

My pics are too big I will have to try to resize them.

As for Cassie being in pain for another 3 weeks, we got some medication yesterday that is helping greatly in relieving her pain.

here is a pic of cassie and a pic of her ears

Oh my word this is just horrible what those people that were called owners let happen to Cassie.
I'm glad that she is now in Rescue where she will be taken care of. Prayers continue for her

I agree Vicki, my husband said he would like 10 minutes alone with them, with no witnesses!!!

What a sweet little baby she is precious. I am so sorry her ears were allowed to get like that. I am so grateful that you are her guardian angel now. She looks so content in that picture in spite of her issues. Thank you so very much. Sending prayers and best wishes for a successful procedure and a speedy recovery for such a little cutie.

Donated for the poor darling.

So happy to hear everything is in place for Cassies's surgery. Wishing you both well and be sure to keep us updated when she has it.

She is booked in PA for surgery May 16, but she is on a cancellation list so it really could be anytime if they have a cancellation.

I am so nervous for her, this is such a big surgery and I cannot imagine her pain level afterwards, but I have to keep thinking long term, she will be so much better.

Give her lots of love, she will be comforted by that feeling of safety and love. I'm so glad to hear she is having the surgery...she is just precious, thank God for people like you who are willing and able to take in the little love's who have been through so much. I'm sending all of the good thoughts I can your way...

:eek: O my word, i have never seen anythign like that before. Poor lil Cassie, I'm so glad she is with you and going to have the surgery....

Sending good vibes that all goes well and no complications:)
Will be watching for updates....

What a sweetheart. I am praying for a cancellation and a quick recovery.

Patti I have a girl named Pixie too!!

I talked with the director of the rescue and she is thinking of moving Cassie to PA because that is where she is having her surgery. I am praying she does not...I don't want her to go......

There is no doubt that you will do what is best for the little dog and her surgery. I hope there is a cancellation and it can be done sooner. I will try to send a few more dollars in another week. Thanks for being there for her!