Graciehound Posted August 16, 2009 Share Posted August 16, 2009 As some of you may remember, Gracie had a stroke 2 months ago. She pulled through suspected DIC, suspected cerebral edema, status ellipticus, and many other concerning medical issues. She was completely blind and was laterally recumbent for about 2 weeks. ( Gracie's first thread; Gracie's update thread) Since then she has made a miraculous recovery. She still is blind (or at least partially blind) in her left eye. Her coordination is wacky some times. She needs supervision on the stairs because of her coordination and compromised vision. However, she is doing GREYT! Last week Gracie attended her first post-stroke meet and greet. She did great! People meeting her were surprised she had a stroke as they said you couldn't tell it. She was wiped out by the end of the 2 hours, but she loved all of the attention and petting. (You'd think we never gave this girl any attention!) On Thursday, my friend Renee came over with her dog Lexy. Lexy and Gracie are best of buds. (In fact, Renee came to visit with Lexy during Gracie's recovery. When Lexy got in the door, Gracie tried to stand to get to Lexy. She stumbled forward and I caught her, but you could tell she was happy to see her friend.) So, anyway, Lexy and Gracie got to play in our yard together on Thursday. We finally finished our new fence (old one came down in May) and this is the first time Gracie got to enjoy the fenced yard since her stroke. We weren't sure if she would be able to run considering her vision, but she did great! She wasn't able to turn on a dime like she used to be able to, but WOW! To think that less than 2 months ago we thought we were going to lose here. WOW! Thank you to everyone on GT who lit a candle for my girl, said a prayer, or just kept her/us in your thoughts. The support I received here helped me make it through this ordeal. On to the pictures! A picture of Gracie in the hospital, unable to lift even her head First day standing without assistance A surprise package of healing Burpdog Biskies and "Red Hat Attitude" pillow from her friends Rainey and Nube Running with Lexy on Thursday My girl has got her groove back! Gracie and her buddy Lexy, a couple of years ago Quote Lisa, Matt, Travis, and Kathryn Furkids: Gracie (Styled Princess) and felines Tilly and Nike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Energy11 Posted August 16, 2009 Share Posted August 16, 2009 I am sooooooooooooooooooooooo happy for you guys!!! Curfew had a stroke (they think) a year ago this Sept. NO ONE really knows what is wrong with him, except he was diagnosed with high blood pressure. He is doing well, too! Guess lots of prayers DO WORK! Gracie looks a lot like my Goldie, and what GREYT photos of her! Love and hugs from here! Keep up the good work, Gracie!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest greytful4 Posted August 16, 2009 Share Posted August 16, 2009 Oh what a wonderful miracle she had...I'm so happy, she's a beauty, your girl! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iluvgreys Posted August 16, 2009 Share Posted August 16, 2009 Incredible! Your girl is a survivor. She looks terrific! Quote Jeanne with Remington & Scooter the cat....and Beloved Bridge Angels Sandee, Shari, Wells, Derby, Phoenix, Jerry Lee and Finnian.....If tears could build a stairway, and memories a lane, I'd walk right up to heavenand bring you home again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheFullHouse Posted August 16, 2009 Share Posted August 16, 2009 Oh my gosh! Look at her go! Those pictures brought tears to my eyes. How wonderful for you all. Your little girl is definitely a fighter and it paid off, just look at her! Quote Judy, mom to Darth Vader, Bandita, And Angel Forever in our hearts, DeeYoGee, Dani, Emmy, Andy, Heart, Saint, Valentino, Arrow, Gee, Bebe, Jilly Bean, Bullitt, Pistol, Junior, Sammie, Joey, Gizmo, Do Bee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fionasmom Posted August 16, 2009 Share Posted August 16, 2009 WOW. What a happy story. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brandimom Posted August 16, 2009 Share Posted August 16, 2009 Got to tell you that I got goose bumps when I saw how well Gracie is doing. Fabulous news! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaliforniaGreys Posted August 16, 2009 Share Posted August 16, 2009 Now see, you went and made me cry on a Sunday, that's not supposed to happen Look at that beautiful girl go 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 longdoglady Posted August 16, 2009 Share Posted August 16, 2009 Amazing Gracie, what a fighter, she knew you were with her all the way. Brought joyful tears to my eyes seeing those photos, she is one gorgeous girl. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest eaglflyt Posted August 16, 2009 Share Posted August 16, 2009 Outstanding!!! : ) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest trevdog Posted August 16, 2009 Share Posted August 16, 2009 (edited) She looks soooo happy! I'm glad she's doing so well! Edited August 16, 2009 by trevdog Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lflaherty45 Posted August 16, 2009 Share Posted August 16, 2009 Glad she is doing so well, and thank you for being the best greyhound parents ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest vahoundlover Posted August 16, 2009 Share Posted August 16, 2009 GO Gracie GO! What a wonderful update! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2hounds Posted August 16, 2009 Share Posted August 16, 2009 The running pictures are amazing! Gracie looks beautiful, please give her a big kiss for me! Quote 2 Hounds Design Martingale Collars | 2 Hounds Design Facebook PageAlisha, Bob, Livvie (the 2.5 year old!) plus Mia Bella, Tippy, + Wahoo and Diesel the crazy kitties (and missing sweet Iceman, Paradise, Bandit, Cujo & Sebastian) in Indian Trail, NC Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fiona3 Posted August 16, 2009 Share Posted August 16, 2009 WOW - look at Gracie running! Fantastic update. This just made my day. Gracie is amazing. :yay :yay Quote Hobbes - April 2, 1994 to April 9, 2008-----Tasha - May 23, 2000 to March 31, 2013 Fiona - Aug 29, 2001 to May 5, 2014-----Bailey - March 22, 2001 to Jan 20, 2015 Zeke - June 1, 2004 - Jan 26, 2016----Callie - July 14, 2006 to July 27, 2019 Forever in my heart: Chooch, Molly, Dylan & Lucy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest kydie Posted August 16, 2009 Share Posted August 16, 2009 Thanks for the pics and the updates! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jamngrey Posted August 16, 2009 Share Posted August 16, 2009 I have tears in my eyes. What a wonderfull comeback Quote Cassie: Pikes Clara Bell Swoop: My Man Swoop BRIDGE ANGELS Psi:WD'S Aleford 3/17/00-4/25/10 Snowman: Gable Snowman 1/9/96-2/14/08 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EllenEveBaz Posted August 16, 2009 Share Posted August 16, 2009 (edited) The pictures of her running are simply wonderful. In humans, natural healing after a stroke seems to occur for at least six months afterward. (And beyond, with therapy.) I hope Gracie continues to make even more greyt strides. Edited August 16, 2009 by EllenEveBaz Quote Ellen, with brindle Milo and the blonde ballerina, Gelsey remembering Eve, Baz, Scout, Romie, Nutmeg, and Jeter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest greymama002 Posted August 16, 2009 Share Posted August 16, 2009 Amazing Gracie, You GO GIRL! My heart sings to watch this precious girl running and looking so full of life! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RaineysMom Posted August 16, 2009 Share Posted August 16, 2009 (edited) Lisa and Matt -- SOOOOOOOO happy to see how well she is doing!!!! :yay :yay she's a tough girl, and the love of her mom and dad was what helped her to get better!!!!!! :wub: really looking forward to seeing her (and you guys! ) at the Gala!!!! :D :D please give Gracie some more kissies from her Aunt Kim :kiss2 Edited August 16, 2009 by RaineysMom Quote Kim and Bruce - with Rick (Rick Roufus 6/30/16) and missing my sweet greyhound Angels Rainey (LG's Rainey 10/4/2000 - 3/8/2011), Anubis (RJ's Saint Nick 12/25/2001 - 9/12/12) and Zeke (Hey Who Whiz It 4/6/2009 - 7/20/2020) and Larry (PTL Laroach 2/24/2007 - 8/2/2020) -- and Chester (Lab) (8/31/1990 - 5/3/2005), Captain (Schipperke) (10/12/1992 - 6/13/2005) and Remy (GSP) (?/?/1998 - 1/6/2005) at the bridge"Always do sober what you said you'd do drunk. That will teach you to keep your mouth shut." -- Ernest Hemmingway Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seeh2o Posted August 16, 2009 Share Posted August 16, 2009 Oh, I'm so happy for you and Gracie, this is such good news! I love the picture of her leaping through the grass! Quote Sunsands Doodles: Doodles aka Claire, Bella Run Softly: Softy aka Bowie (the Diamond Dog) Missing my beautiful boy Sunsands Carl 2.25.2003 - 4.1.2014 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest K9Cookies Posted August 16, 2009 Share Posted August 16, 2009 Congratulations! Gracie looks wonderful! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreyPoopon Posted August 17, 2009 Share Posted August 17, 2009 (edited) Gracie! Look at her go! Way to run Gracie. Aside: She looks surprisingly like my Cora (especially the pattern of grey in her face) who had an FCE two months ago. Edited August 17, 2009 by GreyPoopon Quote Standard Poodle Daisy (12/13) Missing Cora (RL Nevada 5/99-10/09), Piper (Cee Bar Easy 2/99-1/10), Tally (Thunder La La 9/99-3/10), Edie (Daring Reva 9/99-10/12), Dixie (Kiowa Secret Sue 11/01-1/13), Jessie (P's Real Time 11/98-3/13), token boy Graham (Zydeco Dancer 9/00-5/13), Cal (Back Already 12/99-11/13), Betsy (Back Kick Beth 11/98-12/13), Standard Poodles Minnie (1/99-1/14) + Perry (9/98-2/14), Annie (Do Marcia 9/03-10/14), Pink (Miss Pinky Baker 1/02-6/15), Poppy (Cmon Err Not 8/05-1/16), Kat (Jax Candy 5/05-5/17), Ivy (Jax Isis 10/07-7/21), Hildy (Braska Hildy 7/10-12/22), Opal (Jax Opal 7/08-4/23). Toodles (BL Toodles 7/09-4/24) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest ss556 Posted August 17, 2009 Share Posted August 17, 2009 Those pictures brought tears to my eyes. How wonderful she pulled through. She is so beautiful and I hope for many healthy years for Gracie. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trihounds Posted August 17, 2009 Share Posted August 17, 2009 So happy to hear she is doing so well. And what a great lawn/yard she has to run in!!!! Quote Doe's Bruciebaby Doe's Bumper Derek Follow my Ironman journeys and life with dogs, cats and busy kids: A long road Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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