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12-19-2009, 09:43 PM | #1 |
Yorkie Talker Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Englewood CO
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| I need a friend to listen for just a moment. I am so scared to have a repeat of what happened with my german shepherd I lost in Feb. He was my world, at 3 years old he started having seizures, so it started with the expensive medications twice a day, never missed a dose, never was late, then he developed pannus which slowly takes their eye sight, the drops cost me another 230 a month on top of 197 a mo for medication, then came the special diet, 10 lbs bag ran 30 dollars every 2 weeks, and the canned food another 5 dollars a day. I never stayed away over night, no vacations, if he had a seizure I would not leave him alone the rest of that day, quit my job because the thought of him having a seizure and being home alone killed me. I did this for 3 years, the vet visits for blood work cost close to 500 for med levels every 3 months. then on Feb 22 i was awaken with him in a grand maul seizure, I did the medication protocol like every other time he had a break through, but that day nothing worked, he had 12 seizures in one day, I had to find a mobile vet to come out on short notice on a Sunday, I was not going to take him to a place that scared him and have him put down on a cold metal table, so they came here and relived his suffering, he was shy 2 months of being 6 years old. That was the hardest thing I ever had to do, and I was going to get another shepherd, but couldnt, I was afraid I would compare him to Chance and that wouldnt be fair. So after 10 months I decided to get a small dog that I could spoil and take everywhere with me. Im scared to death now that I may have to go through yet another round of heart break. Its not fair, and the reason I landed up with 2 yorkies is my husband wanted one of his own, the so called micro is mine, the ball less wonder with the honking cough is his, but of course who is the one caring for the dogs? ME, I can not handle another heart break, and now Im afraid to get attached fearing I may have to give one or both up for health reasons. Yeah I could deal with whatever comes my way, but right now that is asking way to much of me, Im not over losing Chance, so here I am worried about what I will find out Monday, and they only give you 2 days to get to a vet and if something is wrong they will pick and replace the sick puppy. There is a no refund at all for any reason, so I already know if I ask for a charge back, they will be coming after me in the form of a law suit... So this is what Im dealing with, I wanted to share my story on the forum, maybe someone out there will have enough prays to get me through this and be ok. but just to let anyone that will listen, I am scared to death. I think the little one will be ok, there is a small question if he may have a liver shunt, due to his very light weight, his slow growth, and his urine is VERY strong and a lot of it, and he drinks a lot of water, I hope he ok, its the other boy, with him being almost 8 months and both his testes not dropped at all, he already is facing a cryptorchid neutering, which I was told is a more in depth surgery, his testes could be caught up behind something, or wrapped around something. The neutering does not bother me, Im not a breeder, its the fact I asked these people that claim to have been breeding yorkies for 25 years if this was ok that he was missing his manhood considering his age. They said yeah he is fine no worries, then he has a honking cough and a slight issue with breathing at times, so I have to wonder if he could have tracheal issues as well. I will find out Monday morning, but this has been so hard on me mentally, Im not even over losing Chance, then I finally give in and open my heart to a totaly different breed of dog, only to be faced with what if? My heart and head is torn, do I take them back, fight for my money, which I know they will come after me, or keep these guys, get attached and spend the rest of my life caring for another and even maybe 2 ill dogs? I would never change a single thing caring for Chance, I did without on so many levels so he could have some kind of life as long as he wasnt suffering. I already spoke to the vet and I know we are already looking at surgery, if that is all great I can deal with that, but he did mention the cough, and the slow growth rate on the other guy doesnt sound good, but of course we have to test to make sure. What do I do? As you can tell I have no one to talk to about this~ Im lost, confused, scared and depressed. I cant take anymore heartache. And to go ahead and pay for all the test to find out if they are sick, Im still caught in the middle, yeah I can return them I do not want another dog from them, and why should I have to be the one to pay for answers I think they already know. THIS ISN"T FAIR! |
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12-19-2009, 10:00 PM | #2 |
Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: western KS
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| I will I will listen to you, I will also keep you in my prayers. Please keep us updated with what is going on. There are a lot of great people on here that have a lot of advice and experience. I hope all turns out to be good for you and your babies. |
12-29-2009, 09:16 PM | #3 |
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| Oh wow, I had a little trouble understand you, but is maybe my English, you sound very upset, and I'm sorry you have to go trough all that, I will pray for you tonight, hugs
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12-29-2009, 10:58 PM | #4 |
Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: South Korea
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| I'm very sorry for everything that happened to you. Of course everybody is afraid of their babies getting sick or hurt, but that can't stop you from loving your dogs. Don't feel bad and don't be scared, just take care of them the best you can. No dog or person (in our minds) is perfect. Whatever you choose to do, we will all support you and help you get through this. I'll keep you in my prayers and I hope the best for you and your family. Much love, Irene
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12-29-2009, 11:28 PM | #5 |
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| I am so sorry that you are going through all of this. I don't know what I would do either. I pray that you will be able to make a decision that you are comfortable with and that your babies turn out to be healthy after all. Hugs.
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12-30-2009, 10:45 AM | #6 |
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| Prayers that all is well. According to the date you posted you've already been to see the vet. What did he say? How are you doing? I do understand you attachment to Chance and your grieving. Sometimes I think that when we have an ill pet, we become more attached to it because we are constantly thinking of it. I have one that I can never leave at a sitter if we leave on vacation. She is always up front in my thoughts. Because of the care and concern you had for Chance, I do believe that any decision you make will be the best one. You sound like a great pet owner. Blessings. ~Joanne~
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12-30-2009, 11:00 AM | #7 |
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| Just stopping by to wish you a new year filled of good news ! XOXO
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