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treking
Wasn't Born To Follow
United Kingdom
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 Posted - 03/09/2008 : 23:15:08
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A difficult time ..hope things improve..I've been in a very similar situation with my lovely Golden Retriever a few years ago.
Trek
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jonathan
Wishing And Hoping
United Kingdom
483 Posts |
Posted - 03/09/2008 : 23:20:32
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Still thinking about you both.
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chrispld
Wishing And Hoping
United Kingdom
397 Posts |
Posted - 06/09/2008 : 00:16:08
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Hope things are getting better for both you and Max, Janie.
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douggie
Brand New Me
Australia
94 Posts |
Posted - 06/09/2008 : 05:10:50
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I hope he gets well soon.
He looks a beautiful dog..
Ours got stolen a few months ago.
Douggie.....
The Truth is out There! |
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Earthbound Gypsy
Something Special
USA
1316 Posts |
Posted - 06/09/2008 : 07:39:57
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Oh no Douggie sorry to hear about your stolen dog. That's awful.
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Carole R.
Higher and Higher
United Kingdom
13792 Posts |
Posted - 06/09/2008 : 23:36:07
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 Yes, thats terrible news Douggie.
How do you know he was stolen?
Carole R xx |
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Mark
Sweet Inspiration
United Kingdom
2762 Posts |
Posted - 07/09/2008 : 08:38:05
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Still thinking of Max, keeping fingers crossed he's gonna pull through.....
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Janie
Administrator
United Kingdom
6367 Posts |
Posted - 07/09/2008 : 09:56:25
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Again, I do so appreciate all your kind wishes and thoughts - I've had so many calls and messages about the Boy, its touched me greatly, it honestly has.
Its a big, big struggle. We have seen odd glimmers of hope and he is doing reasonably well with his tube feeding and meds although he hates being messed around with every hour or so . I would think that the meds are having some impact because with careful management as well he has managed to keep all his food down the last few days and his weight has been maintained over I think the last 4/5 days (he had been losing a kilo every few days!).
HOWEVER, the big problem that remains is that he will NOT take anything by mouth and quite frankly it isn't feasible to feed by tube forever.........so that is the next positive sign I'm looking for, even if its one or two little nibbles.
I hope you don't think I've abandoned the forum, cos I ain't, I do come on a few times a day but its only when I have somebody else here to help with the feeds that I can sit down to post properly. Indeed, I am so far behind with everything else including contact with family and friends but I have to focus on this Lad of mine for however long it takes.
I'll keep you updated.......Max sends his woofs..actually I do have a couple of rather touching photos of Max and 'Daddy' having a snooze together on the couch.....I'll see if I can upload them. Just heard a scramble in the next room as its time for the 10 o'clock feed - Max is NOT co-operating by the sounds of it and has dropped anchors refusing to budge! Another pair of hands required, so off I go.
Take care all   .
With love from Janie and Max (woof woof)
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Brian
Sweet Inspiration
United Kingdom
2186 Posts |
Posted - 07/09/2008 : 10:47:21
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It's a positive sign ...good luck Max
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Carole R.
Higher and Higher
United Kingdom
13792 Posts |
Posted - 07/09/2008 : 11:08:53
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Looks like the TLC is having some positive results.
I really hope that Max gets back to his old self again, soon.
Carole R xx
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Janie
Administrator
United Kingdom
6367 Posts |
Posted - 07/09/2008 : 23:32:09
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Another very bad turn this evening - just come back from the Animal Hospital in Caterham. They've kept him in overnight so we'll have to see what tomorrow brings ........
Thank you all for your care and concern - I've told him .
Janie x55 |
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Sara
Higher and Higher
United Kingdom
9401 Posts |
Posted - 07/09/2008 : 23:42:27
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Awww Poor Max, I really hope he'll be okay. Thinkin' of him...
Sara x
look back from the stars
you'll see we are dust |
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Carole R.
Higher and Higher
United Kingdom
13792 Posts |
Posted - 07/09/2008 : 23:46:24
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Cxxx |
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Memphis
Wishing And Hoping
United Kingdom
623 Posts |
Posted - 07/09/2008 : 23:50:59
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So am I. I hope he rallies even though he must be so fed up. He's so well loved and cherished. Seeing Max as a puppy and then a vibrant adult is a heart breaker knowing he's so ill.
all my best wishes go to you Janie and to Max,
Memphis
Ever since we met...
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TMAK
Wasn't Born To Follow
USA
5177 Posts |
Posted - 07/09/2008 : 23:58:43
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Poor Max.....
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Lindakron
Sweet Inspiration
Canada
2740 Posts |
Posted - 08/09/2008 : 00:42:41
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 Hope you feel better soon Max.
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Janie
Administrator
United Kingdom
6367 Posts |
Posted - 09/09/2008 : 00:25:11
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He's being kept in Animal Hospital for a few days. As part of the trauma the other night he developed a mild bloat which was terrifying to see. Bloat in itself can be fatal. Poor old Maxy Waxy's innards are clearly in such a pickle.
Much as I want him home (and I know thats where he would want to be) its best he stays where he is under close observation of the doggy medics. He will hate being away from us but we have no option.
Thanks for the link Dave btw - we have to be very careful about what he is fed because of his condition.....his diet is a major concern for the specialist and one thing she is working on again over the next few days.
Janie x55 |
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Sara
Higher and Higher
United Kingdom
9401 Posts |
Posted - 09/09/2008 : 00:31:22
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Wishing ya lotsa luck...
Sara x
look back from the stars
you'll see we are dust |
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PP68
Wishing And Hoping
United Kingdom
382 Posts |
Posted - 09/09/2008 : 10:03:00
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Janie
Administrator
United Kingdom
6367 Posts |
Posted - 09/09/2008 : 11:35:01
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From a couple of days ago:
Feeding tube
Father and Son
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Max Our Beautiful Boy
