Guest Mom2Comet Posted September 9, 2008 Share Posted September 9, 2008 Last Tuesday I noticed Comet's urine was dark orange and she was lagging behind on our walk. I took a sample to the vet and they called her in to do x-rays. Swelling in the abdomen led us to the referral clinic for an ultrasound that afternoon. ALT was 1300 and the started treating for leptospirosis as their normal protocol. Wednesday she was fine in the morning at the clinic but then threw up blood although her ALT was down to 880. They decided to do the liver biopsy Wed instead of waiting. She continued to throw up blood and have diarrhea with blood (melanin?) so no steroids could be administered. Thursday she started retaining fluid and her legs were getting swollen as was her belly. She was lethargic but still wagging her tail and pawing at us. Friday morning, my husband's birthday, Dr. Dalby called to say Comet was in complete liver failure, her kidneys were failing and that she was suffering. We never wanted our beautiful baby girl to suffer and Dr. Dalby said there was nothing she could do. We went in to be with her, gave her lots of hugs and kisses and then she was gone. Results from the biopsy came in today - no cancer - acute hepatitis and who knows what caused it. Did she ingest a toxin? Did I let her eat something that made her sick? We'll never know. All I know is that my first dog, first greyhound, first daughter is gone at the tender age of 8. I thank God for the wonderful 5 years we had her and because of her, we have two boys (LC's Frank James and WJS Night Snow) and I volunteer as the Adoption Coordinator for Greyhound Adoption of Ohio. Because of Comet, I have helped place over 200 greyhounds into loving homes. Give your dogs hugs and kisses and cherish every minute you have with them. I gave Comet all the love in the world and she knew how much I loved her. The last thing she heard was us telling her "I love you" over and over. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest ss556 Posted September 9, 2008 Share Posted September 9, 2008 I am so sorry for your loss. Run free Comet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaliforniaGreys Posted September 9, 2008 Share Posted September 9, 2008 I am so very sorry. Comet now runs free with the angels Quote Missing my little Misty who took a huge piece of my heart with her on 5/2/09, and Ekko, on 6/28/12 For the sick, the lost, and the homeless Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest SoulsMom Posted September 9, 2008 Share Posted September 9, 2008 Oh no I'm so sorry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest TBSFlame Posted September 9, 2008 Share Posted September 9, 2008 I am so sorry. They indeed do leave a hole in our hearts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4greyhounds Posted September 9, 2008 Share Posted September 9, 2008 I am so Sorry, Run Free Comet!!! 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...
NancyB Posted September 9, 2008 Share Posted September 9, 2008 Oh no, I'm so sorry Quote Nancy with Rocket, Umeko and Sasha Missing Albi, Kassie, Ramm, Ruby, my good boy Marvin and Mickey (BT) NANCY B'S COLLARS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest BlackandBrindle Posted September 9, 2008 Share Posted September 9, 2008 I'm so sorry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest HeatherDemps Posted September 9, 2008 Share Posted September 9, 2008 I'm so sorry for your loss.... it hurts so much when we have to say goodbye..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
packmom Posted September 9, 2008 Share Posted September 9, 2008 I'm so sorry for your loss. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest LadyChester Posted September 9, 2008 Share Posted September 9, 2008 I'm very sorry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZoomDoggy Posted September 9, 2008 Share Posted September 9, 2008 I am so very sorry for your loss. Quote ~Aimee, with Flower, Alan, Queenie, & Spodee Odee! And forever in my heart: Tipper, Sissy, Chancy, Marla, Dazzle, Alimony, and Boo. This list is too damned long. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest BradyzMommy Posted September 9, 2008 Share Posted September 9, 2008 I am so very very sorry. We lost Brady this same way. You are in my thoughts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gazehund Posted September 9, 2008 Share Posted September 9, 2008 Oh no!! What a devastating shock. I am so sorry for your loss. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest KRKWMU Posted September 9, 2008 Share Posted September 9, 2008 I'm so sorry for Comet's sudden passing. Take Care. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest mirthlesstroll Posted September 9, 2008 Share Posted September 9, 2008 We are so sorry for your sudden loss. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest greyhound1 Posted September 9, 2008 Share Posted September 9, 2008 I am so sorry! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest StriderDog Posted September 9, 2008 Share Posted September 9, 2008 Oh no. Terrible news. I am so sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Vinnie Posted September 9, 2008 Share Posted September 9, 2008 Very sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PattyE Posted September 9, 2008 Share Posted September 9, 2008 I'm so sorry. Quote Patty, Mom to Jaxson 5/12/2017 Forever in my heart: Joey 11/01/2007 to 12/06/2018, Scout 11/19/2005 to 07/15/15 and Jack 01/03/2004 to 06/11/2011 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
monte_gracie Posted September 9, 2008 Share Posted September 9, 2008 I am so sorry for your sudden loss. Hugs to you. Godspeed, Comet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest giantsfan Posted September 9, 2008 Share Posted September 9, 2008 I'm so sorry! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest FrostyBottoms Posted September 9, 2008 Share Posted September 9, 2008 I'm so sorry for your loss. :f_pink Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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JeaniesMom Posted September 9, 2008 Share Posted September 9, 2008 I am so sorry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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