Guest SoulsMom Posted November 14, 2008 Share Posted November 14, 2008 (edited) Soul was shaking so much when he came home last week too, from the pain of his rash. He couldn't get comfortable either After a day or two he was much better . . . . Holding Penny close to my heart ETA: I think Susan requested that the other thread be locked Edited November 14, 2008 by SoulsMom Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tornadosgirl Posted November 14, 2008 Share Posted November 14, 2008 (edited) I apologize for asking the other thread to be locked. At that moment, it seemed like a good idea- everyone is so helpful and really understands. I want to post with something positive, but there really isn't anything. Although I do need to ask, how many McDonald's cheeseburgers would you feed your hound as they lay there feeling so terrible? I gave her 2 in the span of five minutes. I hope they don't come back up. But she was ravenous- that's the only thing that she will eat in a good amount. We tried the Desitin, but I didn't feel like I could have her wait a day or two to have it start to work. Tufts ordered her a special cream that I had to pick up in Worcester, at a special pharmacy. $45 for a tiny tube. That's not so bad, if it helps. I'll buy her 10 more. Anything we get at Tufts, though, is free. Up to $1000.00. Any suggestions? I want to spend it on making her pain free and happy up til the end. It is just SO hard to know what to do at this point. Even in the best of circumstances, they say she has 3-4 weeks left. I CAN NOT ACCEPT THIS! But I have NO choice. Nothing is going to reverse this or bring her back to what she was. She is going to a better place, I know, but I can't take it. Please pray that I make the right decision at the right time, for Penny. I LOVE her SO MUCH! Edited November 14, 2008 by tornadosgirl Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest greytexplorer Posted November 14, 2008 Share Posted November 14, 2008 Don't apologize! We are so glad to hear from you again! You'll do right by Penny. And she knows how much you love and care about her. hugs to you both, ~Pat Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest SoulsMom Posted November 14, 2008 Share Posted November 14, 2008 Oh Susan, I wish I could just give you a big hug I don't know anything about cheeseburgers, but if the girl wants it, I say let her have it. I'm sure she got to feel at a little more at peace being at home, surrounded by your love 24/7 than at the hospital . . . . .just spoil her rotten, it will be good for the both of you. Let me know if there is anything I can do. I'm off tomorrow, Soul has his ultrasound at 1:30, but other than that I'm free. . . . . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaliforniaGreys Posted November 14, 2008 Share Posted November 14, 2008 (edited) I apologize for asking the other thread to be locked. At that moment, it seemed like a good idea- everyone is so helpful and really understands. I want to post with something positive, but there really isn't anything. Although I do need to ask, how many McDonald's cheeseburgers would you feed your hound as they lay there feeling so terrible? I gave her 2 in the span of five minutes. I hope they don't come back up. But she was ravenous- that's the only thing that she will eat in a good amount. We tried the Desitin, but I didn't feel like I could have her wait a day or two to have it start to work. Tufts ordered her a special cream that I had to pick up in Worcester, at a special pharmacy. $45 for a tiny tube. That's not so bad, if it helps. I'll buy her 10 more. Anything we get at Tufts, though, is free. Up to $1000.00. Any suggestions? I want to spend it on making her pain free and happy up til the end. It is just SO hard to know what to do at this point. Even in the best of circumstances, they say she has 3-4 weeks left. I CAN NOT ACCEPT THIS! But I have NO choice. Nothing is going to reverse this or bring her back to what she was. She is going to a better place, I know, but I can't take it. Please pray that I make the right decision at the right time, for Penny. I LOVE her SO MUCH! And it is because you love her SO MUCH that you can accept it, because when you love this much, you would rather be the one left to feel the pain, not her. Boy if she's holding down the bugers let her have at it!! If you can get something that will help the rash, she will be so much more comfortable, and if she's comfortable, you can spend the time and enjoy each other.You two are so tightly tucked in my prayers, you for strength, and Penny for comfort.I am just so sorry this is all happening Edited November 14, 2008 by cbudshome 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...
Saffron Posted November 14, 2008 Share Posted November 14, 2008 We are holding you and Penny firmly in our thoughts. You will make the right decision at the right time. Much love and gentle kisses for Penny, GillianCaesar (Black Caesarfire) and Olly (Oregon) the Galgo Still missing: Nell (spaniel mix) 1982-1997, Boudicca (JRT) 1986- 2004, and the greys P's Catwalk 2001-2008, Murphy Peabody (we failed fostering) 1998-2010 and Pilgrim (Blazing Leia) 2003-2016, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Batmom Posted November 14, 2008 Share Posted November 14, 2008 How many McDonald's cheeseburgers: The regular size, I'd think 3-4, then wait an hour or so before giving more. Tufts: Not sure what I'd ask for, either, other than pain control meds. Sending hugs. 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...
Remolacha Posted November 14, 2008 Share Posted November 14, 2008 I wish there was something I could do Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ahicks51 Posted November 14, 2008 Share Posted November 14, 2008 (edited) What's the special cream you're using? I'm going to guess it's from a compounding pharmacy, but- fill us in. Maybe someone knows of something more readily available that will function the same. Come to think of it, do you know what the drug was that started all this? It's probably too late, but I don't think milk thistle can hurt at this stage. Edited November 14, 2008 by ahicks51 Coco (Maze Cocodrillo) Minerva (Kid's Snipper) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest KRKWMU Posted November 14, 2008 Share Posted November 14, 2008 Don't apologize! We are so glad to hear from you again! You'll do right by Penny. And she knows how much you love and care about her. hugs to you both, ~Pat That's right...don't apologize! You and Penny were just on my mind SO much today. If I didn't post to get some support and news, I would have busted out crying at my desk this morning! Penny has been through so much and you have helped her through the ups and downs. We are all here if you need to vent. Let us know how things go. Bonnie sends big kisses to Penny. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
duncan41 Posted November 14, 2008 Share Posted November 14, 2008 I agree with Batmom about the cheeseburgers. As far as Tufts go, surely there is someone there who can give you some leads about what meds you may/will need. If pain free is the goal, tell them you want "whatever it will take" to get there! Once you have your arsenal, concentrate on Penny and making your time together totally about the two of you. Don't feel guilty - just breathe her into every pore of your being. She will respond in kind and when "the time" comes, she will let you know. Make some good memories to hold on to. Penny doesn't want your remaining time together to be full of "noise". She has probably had enough of that. We will be praying for both of you. Linda, Mom to Fuzz, Barkley, and the felines Miss Kitty, Simon and Joseph.Waiting at The Bridge: Alex, Josh, Harley, Nikki, Beemer, Anna, Frank, Rachel, my heart & soul, Suze and the best boy ever, Dalton.<p> ....for all those hounds that are sick, hurt, lost or waiting for their forever homes. SENIORS ROCK Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaisyDoodle Posted November 14, 2008 Share Posted November 14, 2008 I'd ask Tufts for gas cards to pick up the meds and Micky D's gift cards for the cheeseburgers. That seems like what Penny needs right now. Please give her a gentle hug from me, DD DonnaMolly the Border Collie & Poquita the American-born Podenga Bridge Babies: Daisy (Positive Delta) 8/7/2000 - 4/6/2115, Agnes--angel Sage's baby (Regall Rosario) 11/12/01 - 12/18/13, Lucky the mix (Found, w 10 puppies 8/96-Bridge 7/28/11, app. age 16) & CoCo (Cosmo Comet) 12/28/89-5/4/04 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Batmom Posted November 14, 2008 Share Posted November 14, 2008 P.S. Some other things you might see if Tufts has: Tripett (canned green tripe food) and Dyne (or similar high-cal nutritional paste). 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...
queenwinniesmom Posted November 14, 2008 Share Posted November 14, 2008 Oh, we can feel how much you must be hurting now, and I wish there was something else I could do other than offer my prayers and good thoughts. Penny has been so brave, and there is something about your precious girl that has touched our hearts. We are sharing your sadness. But remember that she is not projecting to the end of that 3 or 4 weeks, or however long your time together is. She is here in the present with you, and you should just try to do whatever makes that time easier for her. I know that is what's important to you as well. Try not to cry for her now, and let the monster steal this precious time away. Unless you truly know that she is ready to say good-by, just spoil her, cherish her, and let her know how very much she is loved. And tell her she's in the prayers of so many people she's never met! Nancy, Mom to Evangelina and Kiva Missing Lacey, Patsy, Buster, my heart dog Nick, Winnie, Pollyanna, Tess, my precious Lydia, Calvin Lee, my angel butterfly Laila, and kitties Lily, Sam and Simon My Etsy shop: http://www.etsy.com/shop/Catsburgandhoundtown Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4greyhounds Posted November 14, 2008 Share Posted November 14, 2008 My heart just breaks for you and I wish more than anything I could make her well and again and take away the pain. I am so sorry and know I am here if you just want to pm me. You both are in our thoughts and prayers.... :grouphug :hope 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...
carronstar Posted November 14, 2008 Share Posted November 14, 2008 I CAN NOT ACCEPT THIS! But I have NO choice. Nothing is going to reverse this or bring her back to what she was. She is going to a better place, I know, but I can't take it. Please pray that I make the right decision at the right time, for Penny. I LOVE her SO MUCH! Please don't apologize for locking the other thread. You do what you have to do now for you and Penny. That is all that matters. You may not accept it, but you will acknowledge it and you will get through it ... you said so in your own words "I LOVE her SO MUCH!". That is what will allow you and help you to do whatever it is you need to do in each moment. She doesn't know what 3-4 weeks are. That knowledge is yours. She just knows that she is there with you, that you love her, that you are giving her yummy burgers and that her butt itches. There are times when it is REALLY great not to be burdened by cognitive reasoning. Love her. Feed her insanely decadent food that you never would have fed her before. Revel in her happiness at those new sensations. Those will stay with you. Her love WILL stay with you. You will know what to do and you will make the right decision at the right time. Trust your love for her. Trust her love for you. For both the good and the bad of that, the love will tell you when to make the decision. In the background will be all the GT'ers here to hold you up and wish you the best. Aquitaine sends her puppy love to her sis-from another mother. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patricia Posted November 14, 2008 Share Posted November 14, 2008 Thinking of you both this morning and sending more prayers. 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 PhillyPups Posted November 14, 2008 Share Posted November 14, 2008 Sending many and :bighugs from Philly and a Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobinM Posted November 14, 2008 Share Posted November 14, 2008 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...
Guest trevdog Posted November 14, 2008 Share Posted November 14, 2008 Continuing to send prayers to you both....feed her what seems to be working for her..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest KRKWMU Posted November 14, 2008 Share Posted November 14, 2008 Checking in this morning. Hope you and Penny got some rest last night. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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AngelWhispers Posted November 14, 2008 Share Posted November 14, 2008 I feel so bad for you and Penny, but remember she doesn't fear death and she doesn't know she only has a few weeks. Enjoy your time with her, but don't let her suffer because you can't bear to be without her. She'll always be with you, in your heart and soul. I'd ask Tuft's for lots of pain meds to keep her comfortable until you're both ready. I'm so sorry, I know how hard this is for both of you. Denise & Strider, Blake, Fields, Frank, FlippyDoo, and Momma Gail. The Bridge Angels Zack(Ags Marble Chip) 4/25/93-2/16/06, Wanda(Rainier Rowanda) 12/14/94-06/09/06, Brooke/Boogers(Rainier Restive) 01/01/99-10/20/08, Warlock(Rainier Rammer) 4/29/99-10/01/09), Patsie(Frisky Patsy) 5/17/96-2/05/10, Hatter(Cals Madhatter) 6/3/00-3/11/10, Dodger(Rainier Ransack) 4/29/99-4/16/10, and Sparkle(Okie Sparkle) 11/8/2000-1/28/11 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tornadosgirl Posted November 14, 2008 Share Posted November 14, 2008 (edited) Penny did not sleep, and neither did I. She doesn't want to move, although she can. I gave her some of the high calorie food via syringe and spoon, but she's more interested in the "Beggin Strips", so I'm giving her one every few minutes. She didn't even want a peanut butter sandwich, which she always loved. She seems to be in pain, although she is not vocalizing it. Her breathing is quite fast, most of the time. I can't get her to relax. She doesn't really respond when I speak to her or pet her. The special cream hasn't made a difference yet. Her hind end is all bloody and raw, a huge area. My DH and I have decided that tomorrow is the day to send her to The Bridge, unless something major changes for the better, which I don't anticipate. Thanks for your support. It means a lot. Edited November 14, 2008 by tornadosgirl Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest ss556 Posted November 14, 2008 Share Posted November 14, 2008 Hugs, prayers is all I can offer. My heart goes out to you. You will do what is best for Penny. God bless. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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