Back to the vet with Chandler

dawns2shelties said:
I would only put him down as a last resort. I suffered so much and felt so much guilt putting Lacey down.On Feb. 21st it will be 4 years since she went to the bridge. It still haunts me. I think that is why this is affecting me so badly.
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I understand you, its exactly how I feel too. It is just the most heartbreaking decision, and I think I would do the same - while he is still getting some enjoyment out of life you want to keep him with you.

I'm afraid I've been so upset by your thread I couldnt sleep last night for worrying how I would cope when I go through this with Deska. My heart goes out to you Dawn.
 
We are all so very sad that Chandler has not made a turn around for the better.I know,as well as everyone here,you are an amazing mom to both of your furr babes.

We continue to keep all of you in our prayers.Lets hope this new antibiotic will help him.
As we both talked last night,I did mention that Chandler has seemed as though he has lost his will to eat,or even has an interest in eating,as nothing tastes good to him.

No matter what the decision may be,we are all here for you.
 
Dawn I'm so sorry Chandler doesn't seem to be getting better. Having had dogs my while life I've had to agonize over the decision you are trying to make many times and it never ever gets easier. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I know you will do what's best for him.
 
Heavenly Father - Dawn is hurting right now. Please surround her with Your loving arms and bring her comfort at this time. Help her to make the decisions that she needs to make. Amen

Dawn, you and Chandler and Gyspy are in my prayers. I am so sorry to hear that Chandler is not doing better. It's a tough decision you face and my prayer is that God will help you make the right decision and bring you comfort. Take care my friend.
 
Dawn, I'm so sorry Chandler is not improving. I don't know if you all ready posted this, but did you get his blood test results back?

I will keep you and Chandler in my thoughts.
 
Dawn I am so very sorry to hear Chandler is not doing well. I so know how hard this is for you. Our Katie pretty much quit eating two weeks before we lost her to lymphoma and it just breaks your heart. You try so many different foods to get them to eat. You and only you can know what is best for him. You are a wonderful mom to him and Gypsy.
 
dawns2shelties said:
I would only put him down as a last resort. I suffered so much and felt so much guilt putting Lacey down.On Feb. 21st it will be 4 years since she went to the bridge. It still haunts me. I think that is why this is affecting me so badly.

he is drinking some but not enough to keep him as hydrated as he needs to be. I have also left bowls of chicken and beef broth around but he won't touch them either.
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I am so very sorry.. if this is Chandler's time, I hope and pray that he goes peacefully while he is sleeping. if this is not his time, than I hope and pray that he starts drinking more and eating again soon.
 
Dawn, so so sorry about Chandler, hope he comes around, these decisions are never easy. Sending positive thoughts your way.

Donna
 
Thank you everyone for your thoughts and prayers. I think the b12 shot and fluids helped him as he does not seem to be as sleepy as he did yesterday. He is resting but doesn't appear to be in such a deep sleep as he was. He is sniffing about the chest I keep his treats and food in and showing interest but has still turned away from everything I offered him except for 2 small bisquits. I will try and offer him a few new foods that I picked up this afternoon while out before our walk. One is a Natural Balance dog food loaf which I have never tried and the girl at the pet store told me her dog goes crazy over. I will let you all know if I have some success with that.

Again thank you all....we will keep you updated.

The dog food loaf didn't work neither did the 2 different wellness wet foods I tried.
 
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