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Title: Lizzie not well.
Post by: jamima on August 02, 2012, 13:44

Lizzie my dog has been to vets 3 times this wk and going again tomorrow,she has'nt eaten properly for 2 wks now and lost another 6 lbs in three wks,have tried tempting her with everything i can think of but not working,vets are mistified,all organgs ok had blood test last wk, teeth ok,so having an Ulta sound scan tomorrow.She has lost 21 llb since Christmas and now weighs 28.8. kilos,had bad diahhrea at end of last wk but that seems to have cleared up,will hopefully know more in the morning.

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Post by: joyfull on August 02, 2012, 13:47

Oh no, I hope you get to the bottom of this and can sort her out - give her a huge hug from me and my 3 xx

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Post by: ANHBUC on August 02, 2012, 14:21

So sorry Jamima I hope that the vets finds the problem and can give Lizzie the treatment she need to recover quickly.  Sending bug hugs.

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Post by: sue anne on August 02, 2012, 14:48

Poor Lizzie, let us know how she gets on  :(

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Post by: maxyboo on August 02, 2012, 15:23

Sorry to hear about Lizzie. I hope it's something the vets can sort out for her.

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Post by: jamima on August 07, 2012, 12:40

Lizzie had a scan and xray which revealed a large mass in the abdomen,slightly enlarged heart and intestines,not eaten for a week,she is very weak and needs a hand getting up now,vets advice was too keep her as comfortable as possible, but a desicion  is looming. :(

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Post by: ANHBUC on August 07, 2012, 12:43

So sorry Jamima it is really tough time for you and your family.  Sending you and Lizzie loads of hugs.

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Post by: Thrift on August 07, 2012, 13:05

Oh Jamima ..... so sorry, that sounds grim.  :(

I suppose the decision is about operating and will probably depend upon her age etc. I just want them to whip it out quick!

Lots of hugs from me and Bessie. xx

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Post by: Agatha on August 07, 2012, 13:25

So sorry.  Thinking of you all.

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Post by: jamima on August 07, 2012, 13:52

She is nearly 13 Thrift and an operation was'nt an option,discused it with the vet and she advises to leave her be and keep her as comfortable as possible,if she had been a lot younger i would have it done, but don't want to put her through it,i doubt she is strong enough now anyway.

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Post by: Agatha on August 07, 2012, 13:57

Such a tough time for you, but I hope your last days together are really special. Hugs.

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Post by: Oliveview on August 07, 2012, 14:07

Poor Lizzie.  I hope she can be kept comfortable.  My sisters dog had a tumour somewhere internal, I can´t remember where.  The vet said to take her home and enjoy the time they had and they would know when the time had come to say their goodbyes.  Not as easy time for you all, animals are part of our family and it is not easy to say goodbye.

Pamela

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Post by: Goosegirl on August 07, 2012, 14:16

Had to do the same thing with our 20 plus year old cat. He had such a good life and we didn't want his last moments being spent "messed about with." I guess that Lizzie wants to be at home where she is loved and knows that. Hold her close and speak to her gently - she will know she is in good hands, and ask "The One who Looks after Dogs" to help her in her journey.

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Post by: Thrift on August 07, 2012, 15:59

So sad, she is obviously far too old and sick to endure surgery.

I do hope her last days are peaceful and she can slip away at home with those who love her.

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Post by: joyfull on August 07, 2012, 17:05

so sorry, give her loads of tlc, xx

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Post by: maxyboo on August 07, 2012, 21:04

Sorry to hear the latest Jamima. I had a similar decision to make with my cat not long ago so know how tough it is. I'm  sure you will do what's best for her and give her loads of love while you can.  Sending you both big hugs.

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Post by: jamima on August 07, 2012, 22:56

Had to let Lizzie go tonight,she was really ill,she slipped away peacefully . :( :(

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Post by: Oliveview on August 07, 2012, 23:36

So sorry to read this  :(

Pamela

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Post by: joyfull on August 08, 2012, 04:05

so sorry, but at least she knew you were with her to the very end giving her love and comfort xx

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Post by: Thrift on August 08, 2012, 10:50

Such a sad time. At least it's possible to end their suffering, even though it is the hardest thing ever. We al know exactly how you feel today  :( xx

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Post by: Springlands on August 08, 2012, 10:57

Sorry to hear about Lizzie.  :(

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Post by: ANHBUC on August 08, 2012, 11:56

Having gone through similar with our elderly cat recently I know you have done the right thing by Lizzie.  It is so painful but you will always have all the memories of the happy times you experienced with Lizzie.  :( xx

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Post by: jamima on August 08, 2012, 12:21

lizzie went to that big doggie playground in th sky,will miss my beatiful girl. :(

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Post by: spottymint on August 08, 2012, 13:22

Sorry for your loss, it's hard, but if she was suffering, then you have done the best for her.

Your story is similar to that of my first dog, except she was just 2 years old when she spent a whole week going to the vets daily & the last day, 3 times before the vet operated in the early hours, only to find she had a huge growth on the intestines.

At least Lizzie is no longer suffering & can rest in peace after 13 happy years.

Again, sorry for your loss.  :(

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Post by: Trillium on August 08, 2012, 13:31

So sorry for your loss, Jamima.  You'll have fond memories of 13 great years with her to keep you going.

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Post by: wighty on August 08, 2012, 19:50

We recently lost our dog too, so know what you are suffering, ours was 13 years old and we knew that her quality of life was  not right. We are not,work wise,. in a position to get a new one and really miss the welcome home that we used to get!  Thinking of you.

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Post by: maxyboo on August 08, 2012, 20:33

Sorry to hear about Lizzie. It is probably too painful now but you have lots of memories to look back on and gave her a wonderful life.

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Post by: sue anne on August 08, 2012, 22:01

So sorry you have lost Lizzie.  I know how upset you will be.  Thinking of you.

Sue

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Post by: Agatha on August 14, 2012, 15:09

So sorry. 

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Post by: jamima on August 16, 2012, 12:46

Thanks for all the kind messages :)