Guest Greensleeves Posted September 4, 2008 Share Posted September 4, 2008 I don't know. I'm so torn about this. Nelly goes in on Friday afternoon for another check of her kidney levels (they can do creatinine and BUN and the BUN:creat. ratio in house). The vet and DH want to do it; the specialist and I kind of don't see the point. We're doing everything we can; if it's bad news, we can't do more for her, so what's the point in knowing that it's bad? If it's good (meaning, no worse than the current level of bad), then we've bought some peace of mind for a bit, I guess. Anyway, she's had a really good week, and I know DH is anxious to know if the sub-cu fluids and the Azodyl are helping at all, plus we need to get her weighed, to see if she's eating enough. And, gosh, it's been a whole week since Nelly saw her friends at the clinic! So--somebody in our household needs prayers, and I'm not sure if it's Nelly or me! So if you can spare some good thoughts--if not for numbers holding steady, then at least for us to bear up under whatever the news is... I'd sure appreciate it. Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobinM Posted September 4, 2008 Share Posted September 4, 2008 You've got it! Good thoughts and prayers for Nelly. Quote ROBIN ~ Mom to: Beau Think It Aint, Chloe JC Allthewayhome, Teddy ICU Drunk Sailor, Elsie N Fracine , Ollie RG's Travertine, Ponch A's Jupiter~ Yoshi, Zoobie & Belle, the kitties. Waiting at the bridge Angel Polli Bohemian Ocean , Rocky, Blue,Sasha & Zoobie & Bobbi Greyhound Angels Adoption (GAA) The Lexus Project Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patricia Posted September 4, 2008 Share Posted September 4, 2008 Good thoughts and prayers for all of you. Quote Patti-Mommy of Lady Sophia 7-28-92 - 8-3-04... LaceyLaine 8-2-94-12-5-07... Flash Gordon 7-14-99 - 8-29-09... BrookLynne...Pavé Maria... and 18 Bridge Kids. WATCHING OVER US~SOPHIA~QUEENIE~LACEY LAINE~ CODY ANGELO~FLASH GORDON. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Madeara Posted September 4, 2008 Share Posted September 4, 2008 It might be good to know to see how she feels. She might not show it. Sub Q's help a lot to feel better. I am sorry your heart is dealing with this I hope she feels good and hangs in there! Quote "To err is human, to forgive, canine" Audrey, Nova, Cosmo and Holden in NY - Darius and Asia you are both irreplaceable and will be forever in my heart Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carronstar Posted September 4, 2008 Share Posted September 4, 2008 Sending prayers and good thoughts for all of you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remolacha Posted September 5, 2008 Share Posted September 5, 2008 too soon for an update I guess? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4greyhounds Posted September 5, 2008 Share Posted September 5, 2008 Thinking of Nelly and praying that everything went ok!!!!!!! Quote Darlene Mom to: Aladdin, Sophie ,Pongo, Jasmine, Relic Forever in our Hearts Champ at the Rainbow Bridge. Let a greyhound race into your heart Adopt Bay Area Greyhound Adoptions INC. Naples/ Fort Myers Chapter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patricia Posted September 5, 2008 Share Posted September 5, 2008 Thinking of Miss Nelly and checking for an update. Quote Patti-Mommy of Lady Sophia 7-28-92 - 8-3-04... LaceyLaine 8-2-94-12-5-07... Flash Gordon 7-14-99 - 8-29-09... BrookLynne...Pavé Maria... and 18 Bridge Kids. WATCHING OVER US~SOPHIA~QUEENIE~LACEY LAINE~ CODY ANGELO~FLASH GORDON. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Greensleeves Posted September 5, 2008 Share Posted September 5, 2008 Thank you, everyone! We just got back (the appointment wasn't until 4:30), and the news is good--her numbers have held steady (creatinine is even a little lower) since last week. I'm weak with relief. This means that what we're doing, so far, is doing its job. I have to give enormous props to our Doc. He's thrown himself into Nelly's case, reading up on everything kidney, consulting with specialists, even investing in a blood pressure kit!! When we got there today, he showed us the hand-drawn graph he's been making, plotting Nelly's numbers as far back as 2005. Nelly has the best doctors in the world. So. We've bought ourselves one night of relaxation, at least... if not a few days. Nelly came home and finished off her lunch, and after the kids have their bone time here, we're gonna go for a really long walk. Thanks, everyone. I'm gonna try and not let worry overwhelm me this time next week. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreyTzu Posted September 5, 2008 Share Posted September 5, 2008 :yay Quote Wendy and The Whole Wherd. American by birth, Southern by choice. "Do not meddle in the affairs of dragons, for you are crunchy and taste good with ketchup!" ****OxyFresh Vendor ID is 180672239.**** Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remolacha Posted September 5, 2008 Share Posted September 5, 2008 that is a very good report! as long as you can keep her stable, or only creeping downhill, you can look forward to some good times with her. take it day by day Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Batmom Posted September 5, 2008 Share Posted September 5, 2008 GOOD NEWS!!!! Hugs and scritchies to you and Nelly and your wonderful doc as well. Quote Star aka Starz Ovation (Ronco x Oneco Maggie*, litter #48538), Coco aka Low Key (Kiowa Mon Manny x Party Hardy, litter # 59881), and mom in IllinoisWe miss Reko Batman (Trouper Zeke x Marque Louisiana), 11/15/95-6/29/06, Rocco the thistledown whippet, 04/29/93-10/14/08, Reko Zema (Mo Kick x Reko Princess), 8/16/98-4/18/10, the most beautiful girl in the whole USA, my good egg Joseph aka Won by a Nose (Oneco Cufflink x Buy Back), 09/22/2003-03/01/2013, and our gentle sweet Gidget (Digitizer, Dodgem by Design x Sobe Mulberry), 1/29/2006-11/22/2014, gone much too soon. Never forgetting CJC's Buckshot, 1/2/07-10/25/10. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patricia Posted September 6, 2008 Share Posted September 6, 2008 Awesome news! Hug the pretty little girl for me! Quote Patti-Mommy of Lady Sophia 7-28-92 - 8-3-04... LaceyLaine 8-2-94-12-5-07... Flash Gordon 7-14-99 - 8-29-09... BrookLynne...Pavé Maria... and 18 Bridge Kids. WATCHING OVER US~SOPHIA~QUEENIE~LACEY LAINE~ CODY ANGELO~FLASH GORDON. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest fatesrelease Posted September 6, 2008 Share Posted September 6, 2008 Sending you warm thoughts and love. *hugs* Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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