Gypsy has had enough with the fluids.

dawns2shelties said:
Unfortunately both boxes of needles are the same boxes we have been using and are just about empty each box was 100 needles. The allergy needle we are using is 27Gx1/2 and the needle for fluids is 20Gx1. Would you recommend using another size for the fluids?
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Bummer. I usually use 20 or 18 but a 22 gauge might be better tolerated going in but it takes longer to give the fluids so she would need to sit still longer.

Have you try to muzzle her? Funny thing about muzzles, it takes the option of biting away and alot of dogs actually chill out. You just need to make sure the backstrap is tight like it would on a GL. If you have tried it and know she struggles forget it. I don't know how much it actually bothers her to get fluids(it might) or if she finally found out if I make a fuss they stop. See that alot:(
 
I'm really sorry to hear this. Can you give the allergy meds in tablet form so she is only having the fluids IV? I would be inclined to keep giving it to her if you can - if she still has the will to live then it's worth persisting. She just doesn't realise the pain is sustaining her life.

Whatever you decision all support you - you have really done so much for Gypsy.
 
I don't know if she has learned we will stop if she acts up but I did tell Stan today I don't want to teach her that. She has only snapped maybe 5 times total in all this time but today she was like an alligator. It wasn't just little snaps, she was going to get us. I will try the muzzle tomorrow but this week i could just sense there has just been a difference in her when we do the fluids. Like she is on edge the whole time. I have felt something just isn't right with her. I don't want to give the impression here I am giving up easily, it has been a long journey through this disease and with her other issues as well. I just have the feeling she is about to give up the fight.
 
Dear St. Francis,
Please look upon Gypsy as she struggles with kidney disease. Help her to be strong and give her health. Guide her family as they search for answers, and let them know how very much their friends care. Above all, bring comfort to this loving Sheltie family who need your support so very much.
In His name we ask,
Amen
 
Chris said:
Dear St. Francis,
Please look upon Gypsy as she struggles with kidney disease. Help her to be strong and give her health. Guide her family as they search for answers, and let them know how very much their friends care. Above all, bring comfort to this loving Sheltie family who need your support so very much.
In His name we ask,
Amen
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Thank you so much Chris.
 
*Caro said:
I'm really sorry to hear this. Can you give the allergy meds in tablet form so she is only having the fluids IV? I would be inclined to keep giving it to her if you can - if she still has the will to live then it's worth persisting. She just doesn't realise the pain is sustaining her life.

Whatever you decision all support you - you have really done so much for Gypsy.
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Thanks Caro unfortunately this is an allergy serum that was made when we did the allergy test. It does not come in pill form. I may ask the vet if it is worth continuing if she does not have much longer to live. Also this shot is only weekly so I think the big problem is the fluids.
 
dawns2shelties said:
I don't know if she has learned we will stop if she acts up but I did tell Stan today I don't want to teach her that. She has only snapped maybe 5 times total in all this time but today she was like an alligator. It wasn't just little snaps, she was going to get us. I will try the muzzle tomorrow but this week i could just sense there has just been a difference in her when we do the fluids. Like she is on edge the whole time. I have felt something just isn't right with her. I don't want to give the impression here I am giving up easily, it has been a long journey through this disease and with her other issues as well. I just have the feeling she is about to give up the fight.
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Poor little girl:(. You certainly know her best. I know you are not giving up easily if that were the case you would have done that a long time ago. You and Gypsy are in my prayers.
 
Dawn I am so sorry you and Stan are about ready to potentially make the decision for beautiful Gypsy. Just know you are in my thoughts and prayers! Gypsy knows you all did the best you could for her, and will do what needs to be done when the time comes :sadsmile:
 
Justicemom said:
Poor little girl:(. You certainly know her best. I know you are not giving up easily if that were the case you would have done that a long time ago. You and Gypsy are in my prayers.
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Thanks Dr Shelli, It is so good to have you and all the other members here to talk this out with. I'd go crazy if I had to work this out myself. Tomorrow i will call the vet and see what he has to say. Maybe a good day of IV fluids would be better for her right now. I will keep you all up to date.
 
Oh Dawn.....I'm so sorry to hear this. Poor Gypsy:no:. I sincerely hope she will allow you to continue if you try the muzzle. Thoughts and prayers are with you. Give her a hug and tell her to be strong for me.....
 
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