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SophieKatesMom · 11-01-2012, 06:07 PM

Kim, I am so sorry about Lucy, prayers for the sweet girl and thank God you found her and she has a good home now.

I am currently helping my neighbor treat her Min Pin with Sub- q fluids twice a week. Ray, the Min Pin is an older guy, 13 years old who is blind and may have some dementia. When I was watching him this summer he stopped eating so I took him to the vet, we found out from test that Ray's kidneys are only functioning at 25%.

His Mom decided to treat it with the fluids, it is not so bad treating Ray but it takes two people (one to hold him and the needle and one to squeeze the bag, we are not very good nurses).

I will keep Lucy and you in my prayers.

chattiesmom · 11-01-2012, 07:38 PM

Kim, thank you for the update. I am so happy that you have this special time with Lucy - I am sure you will make the most of it so that you will have cherished memories of the time you have left with her. You both remain in my thoughts and prayers.

ladyjane · 11-01-2012, 08:02 PM

You and Lucy remain in my thoughts and prayers. She is so lucky to have you and to be so loved.

KimInMD · 11-01-2012, 08:11 PM

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Originally Posted by ladyjane

You and Lucy remain in my thoughts and prayers. She is so lucky to have you and to be so loved.

No, by far, I am the lucky one to have her. She has brought so much joy to our household. She is such a special little girl.

ladyjane · 11-02-2012, 05:57 AM

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Originally Posted by KimInMD

No, by far, I am the lucky one to have her. She has brought so much joy to our household. She is such a special little girl.

Somehow I had a feeling you would say that.

Those of us who have pups for years and love them, know how much they give to us. I don't think it would be possible for any human to give the unconditional love and happiness to another human that a beloved pet can give to it's owner. They truly are a blessing.

Tinksmygirl · 11-02-2012, 06:58 PM

Kim, my thoughts and prayers are with you and Lucy. She reminds me so much of my sweet Isabella. I hope the pain medication helps her and allows her to be comfortable and happy for as long as she is willing to keep fighting.

AbbysMom08 · 11-02-2012, 11:24 PM

Kim,

I'm so sorry you and your little one are going through this.
I know this is such a difficult time.
I will keep her and you in my prayers.

Juliealfies mum · 11-03-2012, 02:27 AM

I feel for you and Lucy and hope that the pain meds bring some comfort. I can't say anymore than has already been said, we have all endured these awful times and our thoughts are with you.

Louies Person · 05-02-2014, 10:36 PM

Louie is 17 1/2 yrs old has collapsing trachea which the vet gave him a cough suppressant. He lost his hearing a few years ago and his sight had become a little dimmer. Still loved to be loved and ran this house and everyone in it. A few weeks ago he was diagnosed with lymphoma and responded to CHOP (geriatric version of chemo)extremely well! I have notice since the chemo he wanders and paces constantly. I find him staring in the corner not knowing where he is. I had read on this site someone suggested anipryl for doggie dementia. I will ask vet on Monday but am gathering info now. Louie isn't doing well but I can't give up on him.

Louies Person · 05-03-2014, 09:02 AM

I am asking myself the same questions. Louie is old as well responded to chemo very well. Collapsing trachea is being treated with cough suppressant. Hasn't been able to hear or see well for along time. Now is totally blind and wanders and paces constantly.

Louies Person · 05-03-2014, 09:08 AM

I am asking myself those same questions. Louie is very old has responded to chemo well. Collapsing trachea is treated with cough suppressant. Hasn't been able to hear or see well for years. Now totally blind and wanders and paces constantly and am suspecting doggie dementia. The vet said you will know when it's time but I'm not sure I can ever make that call. I have always told my sons not to use any extreme measures to keep me around if I have dementia but now I can't do the same for my sweet boy.

Louies Person · 05-03-2014, 09:15 AM

My Louie is very old and has responded to chemo well. His collapsing trachea is being treated with cough suppressant. He hasn't been able to hear or see well for year but now is totally blind and wanders and paces all day. I suspect doggie dementia. The vet said you will know when it's time but I don't think I will. I have told my sons not to keep me hanging on by extreme measures if I get dementia but now I can't do the same for my sweet pup.

yorkietalkjilly · 05-03-2014, 09:31 AM

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Originally Posted by Louies Person

I am asking myself those same questions. Louie is very old has responded to chemo well. Collapsing trachea is treated with cough suppressant. Hasn't been able to hear or see well for years. Now totally blind and wanders and paces constantly and am suspecting doggie dementia. The vet said you will know when it's time but I'm not sure I can ever make that call. I have always told my sons not to use any extreme measures to keep me around if I have dementia but now I can't do the same for my sweet boy.

I'll say this as delicately as I can as I don't want to hurt or offend you ever - not ever, especially at a time like this. I'm so sorry for both of you. This is the hardest of times for a doglover - the worst. But we must always put dogs first as they cannot speak for themselves or fix what's wrong. They put their trust in us to always think of their well being first. Think of him - whether or not he's suffering living this way, constantly pacing as he can't and apparently knows nothing else to do. Only you know if your dog is miserable and not living a quality dog's life. If you are keeping him alive when his life is miserable and he's not enjoying his life, that's coming from your best interests and not really out of love or what's best for him. Ask yourself if your actions are prolonging his misery and let him go if you think they are.

lisaly · 05-03-2014, 03:49 PM

I am so sorry you are going through this. My little girl, Ashley, suffered from Canine Cognitive Dysfunction the last year of her life. She was very close to seventeen when she passed away. We agonized over whether we were doing the right thing for Ashley by keeping her alive. We saw her doctor every two months, often more often, and I always asked him to tell me if he felt her quality of life was low. He really felt, with the help of Anipryl, that she was still a happy little girl. He told me that Ashley was still very responsive to me, and that was a good sign. The Anipryl was not a Miracle drug, but it helped my little girl, enough that her anxiety, confusion, and pacing were better controlled. If I can be of any help, please let me know.

This thread is very long, but it has a lot of useful information.
http://www.yorkietalk.com/forums/sic...er-yorkie.html

crazydoglade · 05-07-2014, 12:43 AM

I think you have to decide if you're prolonging their life or prolonging their death.

11-01-2012, 06:07 PM	#31
SophieKatesMom Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Canton, GA Posts: 3,242	Kim, I am so sorry about Lucy, prayers for the sweet girl and thank God you found her and she has a good home now. I am currently helping my neighbor treat her Min Pin with Sub- q fluids twice a week. Ray, the Min Pin is an older guy, 13 years old who is blind and may have some dementia. When I was watching him this summer he stopped eating so I took him to the vet, we found out from test that Ray's kidneys are only functioning at 25%. His Mom decided to treat it with the fluids, it is not so bad treating Ray but it takes two people (one to hold him and the needle and one to squeeze the bag, we are not very good nurses). I will keep Lucy and you in my prayers. __________________ Cheryl,Mom to SophieKate

11-01-2012, 07:38 PM	#32
chattiesmom Donating YT 10K Club Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Alabama Posts: 17,674	Kim, thank you for the update. I am so happy that you have this special time with Lucy - I am sure you will make the most of it so that you will have cherished memories of the time you have left with her. You both remain in my thoughts and prayers. __________________ Silk Step-In Harnesses www.foxypups.etsy.com

11-01-2012, 08:02 PM	#33
ladyjane Resident Yorkie Nut Donating YT 20K Club Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Texas Posts: 27,490	You and Lucy remain in my thoughts and prayers. She is so lucky to have you and to be so loved. __________________ CLOUD NINE BEDS--YORKIE HAVEN RESCUE MY ETSY SHOP

11-02-2012, 11:24 PM	#37
AbbysMom08 Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Illinois Posts: 2,268	Kim, I'm so sorry you and your little one are going through this. I know this is such a difficult time. I will keep her and you in my prayers. __________________ Jan, Mommy to Abby

11-03-2012, 02:27 AM	#38
Juliealfies mum YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: scotland Posts: 2,224	I feel for you and Lucy and hope that the pain meds bring some comfort. I can't say anymore than has already been said, we have all endured these awful times and our thoughts are with you. __________________ From Julie Alfie & Lottie

11-02-2012, 06:58 PM	#36
Tinksmygirl YT Addict Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Magnolia, DE Posts: 435	Kim, my thoughts and prayers are with you and Lucy. She reminds me so much of my sweet Isabella. I hope the pain medication helps her and allows her to be comfortable and happy for as long as she is willing to keep fighting.

05-02-2014, 10:36 PM	#39
Louies Person YorkieTalk Newbie! Join Date: May 2014 Location: Washington Posts: 9	Louie is 17 1/2 yrs old has collapsing trachea which the vet gave him a cough suppressant. He lost his hearing a few years ago and his sight had become a little dimmer. Still loved to be loved and ran this house and everyone in it. A few weeks ago he was diagnosed with lymphoma and responded to CHOP (geriatric version of chemo)extremely well! I have notice since the chemo he wanders and paces constantly. I find him staring in the corner not knowing where he is. I had read on this site someone suggested anipryl for doggie dementia. I will ask vet on Monday but am gathering info now. Louie isn't doing well but I can't give up on him.

05-03-2014, 09:02 AM	#40
Louies Person YorkieTalk Newbie! Join Date: May 2014 Location: Washington Posts: 9	I am asking myself the same questions. Louie is old as well responded to chemo very well. Collapsing trachea is being treated with cough suppressant. Hasn't been able to hear or see well for along time. Now is totally blind and wanders and paces constantly.

05-03-2014, 09:08 AM	#41
Louies Person YorkieTalk Newbie! Join Date: May 2014 Location: Washington Posts: 9	I am asking myself those same questions. Louie is very old has responded to chemo well. Collapsing trachea is treated with cough suppressant. Hasn't been able to hear or see well for years. Now totally blind and wanders and paces constantly and am suspecting doggie dementia. The vet said you will know when it's time but I'm not sure I can ever make that call. I have always told my sons not to use any extreme measures to keep me around if I have dementia but now I can't do the same for my sweet boy.

05-03-2014, 09:15 AM	#42
Louies Person YorkieTalk Newbie! Join Date: May 2014 Location: Washington Posts: 9	How do you know? My Louie is very old and has responded to chemo well. His collapsing trachea is being treated with cough suppressant. He hasn't been able to hear or see well for year but now is totally blind and wanders and paces all day. I suspect doggie dementia. The vet said you will know when it's time but I don't think I will. I have told my sons not to keep me hanging on by extreme measures if I get dementia but now I can't do the same for my sweet pup.

05-03-2014, 03:49 PM	#44
lisaly Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Long Island, New York Posts: 5,892	I am so sorry you are going through this. My little girl, Ashley, suffered from Canine Cognitive Dysfunction the last year of her life. She was very close to seventeen when she passed away. We agonized over whether we were doing the right thing for Ashley by keeping her alive. We saw her doctor every two months, often more often, and I always asked him to tell me if he felt her quality of life was low. He really felt, with the help of Anipryl, that she was still a happy little girl. He told me that Ashley was still very responsive to me, and that was a good sign. The Anipryl was not a Miracle drug, but it helped my little girl, enough that her anxiety, confusion, and pacing were better controlled. If I can be of any help, please let me know. This thread is very long, but it has a lot of useful information. http://www.yorkietalk.com/forums/sic...er-yorkie.html

05-07-2014, 12:43 AM	#45
crazydoglade YT Addict Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: california Posts: 405	I think you have to decide if you're prolonging their life or prolonging their death.