Off to the vet with Sidney
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awwwww bless her what a little star xxx
so glad she is not any worse and is not in any pain, fingers crossed she will keep going strong for you thinking of you both and big hugs to you both also
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so glad she is not any worse and is not in any pain, fingers crossed she will keep going strong for you thinking of you both and big hugs to you both also
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It seems like today her head is more tilted and I don't think she can see out of one eye
she if still eating and doing potty outside but seems to have to smell for her food. She only has one tooth and eats only wet food mixed with pumpkin yes it is messy because she uses her toung and pushes it all over, well she used to get it all off the floor but now it stays because I don't think she is seeing it there.
VS I think should have gotten better or cured it self by now
I have to call the vet in the morning and give him a update so I will take it fron there.
We are going away the first part of Aug. and I just want her to be ok for my mom. It is so bad to say but we had one dog die while we where on vacation 2 years ago I could not take that happening again.
she if still eating and doing potty outside but seems to have to smell for her food. She only has one tooth and eats only wet food mixed with pumpkin yes it is messy because she uses her toung and pushes it all over, well she used to get it all off the floor but now it stays because I don't think she is seeing it there. VS I think should have gotten better or cured it self by now
I have to call the vet in the morning and give him a update so I will take it fron there. We are going away the first part of Aug. and I just want her to be ok for my mom. It is so bad to say but we had one dog die while we where on vacation 2 years ago
I could not take that happening again.
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Oh poor Sidney!!!!! So difficult when you really don't know for sure what is wrong. Hopefully the vet can get things under control before you leave.
Keeping Sidney in our thoughts and purrs....
Keeping Sidney in our thoughts and purrs....
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Sorry to hear Sidney isn't recovering as she should. I'll be thinking of you both. Please keep us udated.
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Please keep us informed about what the vet says...am still hoping she can recover. Bless her heart, she's still trying, right? Or do you think she's telling you she's had enough? My heart breaks for you. Bless you all no matter what happens.
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She is still trying and has not given up. Hubby and I have talked about it and as long as she is not in any pain (she seems not to be) and can still walk, eat, and go potty (outside). Then she is ok just a bit to the right. She is our girl and we will not give up.
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I have spoke to the vet again yesterday and at this point he is thinking that it is not VS because the meds have not improved her and she is not getting any better. She just seems to be getting more crooked. He wants to wait till monday and if no better try some steroids, if there is swelling on the brain this could help reduce it and then we would know it is a brain tumor, but the steroids would only work for so long.
If they do not work then that points to a stroke and there is noting we can do.
I am at a total loss. I do not want to loose her but do not want to keep her here for us humans not wanting to part with her. I feel like no matter what we do it is wrong. No she does not seem to be in pain but walking around like this can't be comfortable, steps are very hard and walking into walls.
My husband wants to hear nothing about putting her to sleep and believe me neither do I but by the looks of it I think it is going to come to the decision at some point. I have never had to go through this and man does it stink.
If they do not work then that points to a stroke and there is noting we can do.
I am at a total loss. I do not want to loose her but do not want to keep her here for us humans not wanting to part with her. I feel like no matter what we do it is wrong. No she does not seem to be in pain but walking around like this can't be comfortable, steps are very hard and walking into walls.
My husband wants to hear nothing about putting her to sleep and believe me neither do I but by the looks of it I think it is going to come to the decision at some point.
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Making the decision to humanely put down a beloved pet is never easy, and will not come without heart wrenching conversations and tears. Pay close attention to Sidney. She will let you know when her quality of life is so diminished that she no longer wishes to live in pain or misery. Your vet will be a wonderful resource.
All my love and support...
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I have spoke to the vet again yesterday and at this point he is thinking that it is not VS because the meds have not improved her and she is not getting any better. She just seems to be getting more crooked. He wants to wait till monday and if no better try some steroids, if there is swelling on the brain this could help reduce it and then we would know it is a brain tumor, but the steroids would only work for so long.
If they do not work then that points to a stroke and there is noting we can do.
I am at a total loss. I do not want to loose her but do not want to keep her here for us humans not wanting to part with her. I feel like no matter what we do it is wrong. No she does not seem to be in pain but walking around like this can't be comfortable, steps are very hard and walking into walls.
My husband wants to hear nothing about putting her to sleep and believe me neither do I but by the looks of it I think it is going to come to the decision at some point.
Does she still have her old personality? If she seems profoundly sad or tired or without happiness, then I would prefer to stop her misery. If she doesn't have any quality left to her life, I would prefer to end it before it begins to hurt her more than it already does. I wouldn't want her to suffer the indignities of being unable to care for herself--if she can't walk without hitting a wall, if she can't do the steps, I'm just not sure it is the kindest thing to do to keep her around. But if she still seems happy and loves to interact with her family then that is a different story. After you try the steroids, if they don't work, you will have to stop and try to put your own feelings aside and think about Sidney. If you truly can do that, you will know the answer in your heart. If it is time, you'll just have to try to give her the gift of mercy and loving last moments. It's one of the hardest decisions ever--but one that needs to be made from love for the pet, not from the pain of our own loss. I know that you and admin love Sidney--you'll do what's right for her. You will know what to do when you have to make this decision. Until then I will remember you all in my prayers and hope that you can all find some peace.
We love you,
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Gosh sometimes I wish we had a bigger thank you button.
Sidney does still seem to be happy and does her best to be her old self but there are other times when I look at her and just feel bad. I am going to wait the weekend and start the steroids on Monday, and take it from there. She is such a fighter I don't know if any of you remember the story I told about her when we first got her she became very ill and weighed barley anything I went to 4 vets before getting the correct diagnosis and it was a very long haul to get her back to where she should be. There where times when they did not think she was going to make it but she pulled through. So I know she is strong.
Sidney does still seem to be happy and does her best to be her old self but there are other times when I look at her and just feel bad. I am going to wait the weekend and start the steroids on Monday, and take it from there. She is such a fighter I don't know if any of you remember the story I told about her when we first got her she became very ill and weighed barley anything I went to 4 vets before getting the correct diagnosis and it was a very long haul to get her back to where she should be. There where times when they did not think she was going to make it but she pulled through. So I know she is strong.
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Wishing you both a sweet weekend together. Love to you both.
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I do hope they can give her something to make her better. Poor girl. I think she still has some fight left in her. However, she will let you know when it is time. I just keep you all in my prayers that it is not for a long time yet and you still have happy, healthy years ahead with her.