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« on: February 23, 2010, 10:12:51 PM » |
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Jake couldn't get up off the floor for dinner tonight and when I picked him up he was limp. He cannot support himself on either his front or hind legs and even his body falls against me when I lift him. It's like he is quadriplegic. I'm wondering if he's had a stroke or suffering some effects of his heart problems. He is not on any medications, has had no access to anything poisonous, etc. I have a vet appointment tomorrow morning for Gooey and will take Jake along also. Please send your positive thoughts.
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Loving mom to pug rescues Denver, Farnsworth, Tina, Murdoch ("Doc") and chihuahua rescue Maximus Spartacus ("Max"). Forever loving pugs Mei-Ling, Kim-Soo, Daisy-Bo, Jake, Betsy and Gooey at the Rainbow Bridge and in my heart.
Pugalug Archivist, Vet Liaison, Transport Coordinator & Foster Mom
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Kathy
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« Reply #1 on: February 24, 2010, 12:18:28 AM » |
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oh Hilary I am so sorry to hear Jake is not doing well tonight, how scary.... he is such a sweetie. I hope the vet can figure out what happened.
Good thoughts for Jake!!
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« Reply #2 on: February 24, 2010, 05:17:24 AM » |
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Good thoughts for Jake - I am so sorry he is not doing well.
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« Reply #3 on: February 24, 2010, 05:17:53 AM » |
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Hilary, I'm sorry to hear this news.  I'm sending my best positive thoughts to Jake and you. |
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« Reply #4 on: February 24, 2010, 05:52:48 AM » |
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Hilary:
As you know--lots of good thoughts out to you and Jake. Let us know how it goes.
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Forever remembering Bob, Scout, Pete, Maude, Lola, Theo, Angel
In dog training, "jerk" is a noun, not a verb.
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« Reply #5 on: February 24, 2010, 06:04:46 AM » |
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Hilary; Do very sorry to hear about Jake. Has there been any change this morning? Sending the best thoughts to you and yours today.
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Diane
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« Reply #6 on: February 24, 2010, 06:17:48 AM » |
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Hilary,
I'm so sorry to hear about Jake. I hope all goes well at the vet today. I'll be sending lots of positive thoughts his way.
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« Reply #7 on: February 24, 2010, 06:32:20 AM » |
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We've got our fingers and paws crossed here for you and Jake and sending positive thoughts your way too!
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« Reply #8 on: February 24, 2010, 06:44:45 AM » |
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Best Wishes at the vet this morning......we'll be thinking of you.
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« Reply #9 on: February 24, 2010, 06:50:41 AM » |
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Thanks, everyone. Jake's no better this morning. He did sleep last night, in a dog-bed in Big Bed beside me and was anxious for his breakfast this morning (he had no supper last night). I hand fed him breakfast slop which he wolfed down, but it's hard for him because I'm not sure he can really feel his tongue and it seems to be off to the right side. He can't drink water, even if I put the bowl under his chin but he enjoyed some crushed ice cubes I hand fed him. He starts to bark if I'm out of sight for 10 seconds. I am concerned that he hasn't had a pee since yesterday mid-day, even when I tried to push his bladder (difficult with one hand when you're holding a limp dog in the other). DH is away until this evening but we've talked about it this morning and I will abide by what the vet says as far as whether to bring Jake home or not. My heart is breaking but he can't carry on if there's no hope of improvement. Thanks for your well wishes. They help.
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Loving mom to pug rescues Denver, Farnsworth, Tina, Murdoch ("Doc") and chihuahua rescue Maximus Spartacus ("Max"). Forever loving pugs Mei-Ling, Kim-Soo, Daisy-Bo, Jake, Betsy and Gooey at the Rainbow Bridge and in my heart.
Pugalug Archivist, Vet Liaison, Transport Coordinator & Foster Mom
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« Reply #10 on: February 24, 2010, 07:20:37 AM » |
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So sorry Hilary- a heartbreak of a situation.- you must be so sad. Our thoughts go out to you, Jake, Bryan and the rest of your pug-family.
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« Reply #11 on: February 24, 2010, 08:02:26 AM » |
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Hilary, I'm so sorry. I hope the vet visit sheds some light on to what has happened. Just know you are all in our thoughts this morning.
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« Reply #12 on: February 24, 2010, 08:21:00 AM » |
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Our thoughts are with you and Jake!
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« Reply #13 on: February 24, 2010, 08:55:25 AM » |
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Our thoughts are with you and Jake!
We'll all be thinking of you this morning. |
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« Reply #14 on: February 24, 2010, 11:36:49 AM » |
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My sweet prince is gone, at least his body is. He will live within me forever. His heart was strong and his eyes bright until the end, but he had zero reflexes. The vet said we could either give him prednisone to see if that would restore some mobility or, if an xray of his spine suggested it, do back surgery. In either case he would have to be catheterized indefinitely to empty his bladder. That wasn't the essence of Jake's life. Jake was all about joy and fun and following his mum everywhere with those extra big paws. I couldn't have him live like that so I let him go. Gawd it hurts. I guess the pain is proportionate to the love.
Run free, my boyfriend. Go and eat as much poop as you want and hump your socks off. I'll never forget the ride we had together.
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Loving mom to pug rescues Denver, Farnsworth, Tina, Murdoch ("Doc") and chihuahua rescue Maximus Spartacus ("Max"). Forever loving pugs Mei-Ling, Kim-Soo, Daisy-Bo, Jake, Betsy and Gooey at the Rainbow Bridge and in my heart.
Pugalug Archivist, Vet Liaison, Transport Coordinator & Foster Mom
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