I wanted to update on this thread as i was asked about it on another thread, my response:
I truly agonized over Shelly for weeks. The main decision came down to NOT wanting to place any stress on Shelly that would cause an outbreak; I was told while I was trying to make the decision that she had an outbreak due to a stress and that the source was removed. (I was not told what it was).
But because I have a soon to be 4 yr old grandson that spends A LOT of time with me at my home and Shelly had not been around children that young; I was concerned this would place stress on Shelly; therefore I had to make the decision as to what was best for HER, not me (because I wanted her). That decision was very hard for me. I want so much for someone to adopt her; she is so precious!! And her scars did not bother me at all. After talking to several people more experienced with DM and my vet; I was concerned my grandson (not intentionally) would be stressful for her.
I also still look at Shelly often and pray for someone to open up their home to her! OK, my heart is broke again!
God love her....I do!
