Guest leemc Posted January 21, 2011 Share Posted January 21, 2011 Wednesday night right before bed Gracie started pacing and panting. She had been fine all day. She wouldnt lay down, when she did it was just for a few seconds and she would moan. It was approx 11pm and I was very nervous. I took her to the emergency vet in my area. They were not sure what it was. I had heard about bloat and thought maybe it was that. They did xrays and ultrasounds and determined that she had internal bleeding. They said she has a punctured bowel and possible a ruptured spleen and that they need to do surgery. We still dont know what started this. I left the hospital at 2:30am . It turned out after we left she became stable and they held off on the surgery to do further testing. Her plasma counts were off. After many calls and tests on her they performed surgery yesterday afternoon. It turned out that she had twisted intestines. They had to remove 70% of her bowels. The assistant called at the beginning of the surgery and said there was a 50/50 chance she would make it. Thank God she made it! They said that she did very well and most dogs dont make it. After surgery she was doing better then expected but the first 48-72 hours are critical. Last night they did another plasma transplant and so far she is hanging in there. They said she cant survive with the loss of the bowels but I'm sure she will have to be on a special diet and have special needs but thats ok- as long as I have my Gracie home. PLEASE pray for her. I can use all the prayers I can get. I am heartbroken. Thank you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Batmom Posted January 21, 2011 Share Posted January 21, 2011 Oh my word. Thank goodness you got her to the vet. Sending prayers for your girlie and many warm hugs for yourself. 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...
CaliforniaGreys Posted January 21, 2011 Share Posted January 21, 2011 Many prayers from here too for Gracie. 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...
MaryJane Posted January 21, 2011 Share Posted January 21, 2011 Prayers that everything turns out OK for Gracie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Houndtime Posted January 21, 2011 Share Posted January 21, 2011 Wow. What an experience. I hope she will be ok. Irene Ullmann w/Flying Odin and Mama Mia in Lower Delaware Angels Brandy, John E, American Idol, Paul, Fuzzy and Shine Handcrafted Greyhound and Custom Clocks http://www.houndtime.com Zoom Doggies-Racing Coats for Racing Greyhounds Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patsy Posted January 21, 2011 Share Posted January 21, 2011 Tucking you and Gracie in on the nightly candle lit in ND. Patsy and DH with the Humane Society specials, Linus & Jazz, in North Dakota Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luvhounds2 Posted January 21, 2011 Share Posted January 21, 2011 Praying for your sweet Gracie. Sending hugs for you. Barb, Mom to Grey's Tickertape & Grey's McCarthy.Always missing: Wizzie and Desi Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charlies_Dad Posted January 21, 2011 Share Posted January 21, 2011 Praying for Gracie and hoping she comes through this okay. We'll be thinking of you both today and please update when you know more. Kyle with Stewie ('Super C Ledoux, Super C Sampson x Sing It Blondie) and forever missing my three angels, Jack ('Roy Jack', Greys Flambeau x Miss Cobblepot) and Charlie ('CTR Midas Touch', Leo's Midas x Hallo Argentina) and Shelby ('Shari's Hooty', Flying Viper x Shari Carusi) running free across the bridge. Gus an coinnich sinn a'rithist my boys and little girl. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gryhndsr4us Posted January 21, 2011 Share Posted January 21, 2011 Sue ,Sky and Dood, Bridge angels Clark, Gypsy, Dreamy and Sneakers, Oshkosh,WI Heartbound Greyhound Adoption<p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest LineDancerDana Posted January 21, 2011 Share Posted January 21, 2011 Wednesday night right before bed Gracie started pacing and panting. She had been fine all day. She wouldnt lay down, when she did it was just for a few seconds and she would moan. It was approx 11pm and I was very nervous. I took her to the emergency vet in my area. They were not sure what it was. I had heard about bloat and thought maybe it was that. They did xrays and ultrasounds and determined that she had internal bleeding. They said she has a punctured bowel and possible a ruptured spleen and that they need to do surgery. We still dont know what started this. I left the hospital at 2:30am . It turned out after we left she became stable and they held off on the surgery to do further testing. Her plasma counts were off. After many calls and tests on her they performed surgery yesterday afternoon. It turned out that she had twisted intestines. They had to remove 70% of her bowels. The assistant called at the beginning of the surgery and said there was a 50/50 chance she would make it. Thank God she made it! They said that she did very well and most dogs dont make it. After surgery she was doing better then expected but the first 48-72 hours are critical. Last night they did another plasma transplant and so far she is hanging in there. They said she cant survive with the loss of the bowels but I'm sure she will have to be on a special diet and have special needs but thats ok- as long as I have my Gracie home. PLEASE pray for her. I can use all the prayers I can get. I am heartbroken. Thank you You got it! Many prayers going up for Gracie! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djsgreys Posted January 21, 2011 Share Posted January 21, 2011 Adding our for Gracie - and a for you. Deb, and da Croo In my heart always, my Bridge Angels - Macavity, Tila the wannabe, Dexter, CDN Cold Snap (Candy), PC Herode Boy, WZ Moody, Poco Zinny, EM's Scully, Lonsome Billy, Lucas, Hurry Hannah, Daisy (Apache Blitz), Sadie (Kickapoo Kara), USS Maxi, Sam's Attaboy, Crystal Souza, Gifted Suzy, Zena, and Jetlag who never made it home. http://www.northernskygreyhounds.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest K9Cookies Posted January 21, 2011 Share Posted January 21, 2011 Oh no! Sending tons of good thoughts to you and Gracie! Let us know how she's doing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Magdalyn58 Posted January 21, 2011 Share Posted January 21, 2011 Oh my goodness, what a scary situation. Sending lots and lots of prayers for your dear, sweet Gracie. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Bandit Posted January 21, 2011 Share Posted January 21, 2011 Prayers going out for Gracie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheFullHouse Posted January 21, 2011 Share Posted January 21, 2011 Many prayers for Gracie. 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...
MandysMom Posted January 21, 2011 Share Posted January 21, 2011 Sending prayers for Gracie Beverly. Missing my happy toy-flinging boy Sammy (Where's Mandrill), (8/12/2009-9/30-2021) Desperately missing my angel Mandy (BB's Luv) [7/1/2000 - 9/18/2012]. Always missing Meg the Dalmatian and Ralph Malph the Pekeapoo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PrairieProf Posted January 21, 2011 Share Posted January 21, 2011 OMG how awful! Sending many good thoughts for her. With Cocoa (DC Chocolatedrop), missing B for Beth (2006-2015)And kitties C.J., Klara, Bernadette, John-Boy, & Sinbad Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MP_the4pack Posted January 21, 2011 Share Posted January 21, 2011 Did you say she "Can" or "Can't" survive without the bowels? I sure hope it was just a typo and she can. Prayers are with you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest leemc Posted January 21, 2011 Share Posted January 21, 2011 I just heard from the doctor. She said that I've got one strong dog! She is still very critical but is doing better then the doctor had anticipated. We are going to visit her this afternoon when my husband and daughter get home. I'm not sure if thats a good idea or not. I dont want her to get upset when I have to leave again but on the other hand I want her too see us and know that we didnt just drop her off the other night and leave her alone. I am gonna bring a t-shirt with my scent on it to leave with her. Thank you all for the prayers, I think they are working but the doctor says we are no way out of the woods yet. Did you say she "Can" or "Can't" survive without the bowels? I sure hope it was just a typo and she can. Prayers are with you! oops...sorry... I meant she can survive without them- thanks for the prayers- they are soooo needed Wednesday night right before bed Gracie started pacing and panting. She had been fine all day. She wouldnt lay down, when she did it was just for a few seconds and she would moan. It was approx 11pm and I was very nervous. I took her to the emergency vet in my area. They were not sure what it was. I had heard about bloat and thought maybe it was that. They did xrays and ultrasounds and determined that she had internal bleeding. They said she has a punctured bowel and possible a ruptured spleen and that they need to do surgery. We still dont know what started this. I left the hospital at 2:30am . It turned out after we left she became stable and they held off on the surgery to do further testing. Her plasma counts were off. After many calls and tests on her they performed surgery yesterday afternoon. It turned out that she had twisted intestines. They had to remove 70% of her bowels. The assistant called at the beginning of the surgery and said there was a 50/50 chance she would make it. Thank God she made it! They said that she did very well and most dogs dont make it. After surgery she was doing better then expected but the first 48-72 hours are critical. Last night they did another plasma transplant and so far she is hanging in there. They said she cant survive with the loss of the bowels but I'm sure she will have to be on a special diet and have special needs but thats ok- as long as I have my Gracie home. PLEASE pray for her. I can use all the prayers I can get. I am heartbroken. Thank you typo towards the end..sorry..I meant she CAN survive with the bowel loss Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fsugrad Posted January 21, 2011 Share Posted January 21, 2011 Oh my gosh, poor Gracie and poor you. Sending lots of healing prayers out for Gracie. Rita, mom to Dakota (Dakotas Dream) & Wish (Kiowa Wish Wish) and my angels Toby (Sol Marcus) and Robin (Greys Robin Hood) Forever missing our beloved Robin and Toby "Until one has loved an animal, a part of one's soul remains unawakened." Anatole France Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DustysMom Posted January 21, 2011 Share Posted January 21, 2011 Prayers for Gracie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jenbo Posted January 21, 2011 Share Posted January 21, 2011 Many prayers for Gracie Camp Broodie with tuxedo Summer 12 and tuxedo Dio 6 Missing KC Kitty 2000-2016, Myka and part of my heart 2006-2020, and Saint YellBoy 2014-2020 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tbhounds Posted January 21, 2011 Share Posted January 21, 2011 OMG- that's one tough hound. Fingers crossed shell continue to improve!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sabrina Posted January 21, 2011 Share Posted January 21, 2011 Gracie poor you Caroline, Mom to Daphne (49B-50215) and Penny (41D-55779)Remembering Bridge Angels Margo and Sabrina Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remolacha Posted January 21, 2011 Share Posted January 21, 2011 How scary! I am glad she made it through the surgery. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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