3DogNite Posted August 10, 2012 Share Posted August 10, 2012 (edited) page 3, #47 - update Lazer is Celebrating his One year Anniversary of Life after Death! and if lazer is celebrating - that means i am too.I wanted to share my journey with you ~ everyone in H&M has been such a wonderful support group for me,. sorry, it's long and might be a bit tooo much, but this is it ~ grab a glass of wine, or a cup of coffee and enjoy!On Aug. 9th last year, neither DH or I knew that our lives were going to be turned upside down. That we were to start a journey of faith, learning and acceptance. That a new world of Energy and healing was going to open up, guiding us thru a maze of uncertaintyI recently found out that Lazer has a guardian angel. Someone from his past that is with him almost all the time. Maybe it is someone he wanted to “go” to and stay with when on Aug. 10th last year, Lazer died in my backyard. When I found him he was calm but not breathing and he did not have a heart beat. I want to believe he was with his guardian Angel and that he was not afraid.I gave him CPR and selfishly brought him back to me. It took several minutes before Lazer was able to “think” straight. I could see it in his eyes, he was trying to make sense of what was going on. He eventually stood and walked over to his cushy bed where he laid down again. From this moment, my life changed,, his did too!Lazer had a Pulmonary thromboembolism (PTE) which occurs when a blood clot lodges in one of the arteries that feed into the lungs. Blood that clots too easily, can predispose a dog to thrombus (blood clot) formation. Most of the time, PTE is caused by another underlying disease. In Lazers case, it is Glomerulonephritis, a type of kidney disease where part of the kidney that helps to filter waste and fluids from the blood is damaged and leads to protein loss in the urine: Proteinuria. Protein loss (anti-thrombin) is what prevents the blood from clotting.Pulmonary thromboemboli (blood clots) can originate in the right atrium of the heart, or in many of the major veins throughout the body. As the dog's body makes oxygenated blood to deliver to the heart and lungs, this clump of blood cells is carried through the bloodstream toward the lungs, where it gets caught in a narrow portion of one of the passages of the arterial network that feeds oxygenated blood to the lungs. In this way, the blood flow through that artery is halted, and oxygenated blood is not able to reach the lung. The severity of the condition is, to a degree, dependent on the size of the blood clot. Thromboembolism is the cause of death for at least 13% of dogs with glomerular disease. Much of the blame has been placed on anti-thrombin, which is lost through the damaged glomerulus. Risk of thromboembolism is greatest when anti-thrombin is less than 75% of normal. This correlates with a serum albumin of approximately 2.0 g/dl. ( at the time of his collapse Lazer’s Albumin level was 2.0)*most of the paragraph above is from web site: www.merckvetmanual.comAll this medical stuff just means that Lazer is really sick and his prognosis is poor. During that initial ultrasound, we could see the thrombus. Then we realized, he had not one, but 3 major blood clots in his heart and pulmonary artery. His blood test results showed him with very low albumin levels and his urinalysis showed very high protein loss. The fact he is alive for us to even do the ultrasound is a major miracle. The cardiologist and internal specialist and the vet. office on the corner who first saw Lazer, all gave us the option of euthanasia. They said Lazer would not survive even a week.With prescription meds, herbal supplements and the use of therapeutic grade Essential Oils, Lazer has beaten the odds. We have gone through months of giving him sub Q fluids and administering pills 4 times a day. Applying Oils 4 times a day. Feeding him ANYTHING he would eat - 4 times a day. Through months of non-stop prayer and worry, watching him be brave and trying to listen to him - not wanting to hear his plea for release,,, but being prepared to give it, if he askedLazer is not cured: he still has a thrombus in his right atrium. The other 2 clots have completely resolved and are gone! And His blood pressure is under control. He has a very low Valley Fever titer, a specific desert southwest, airborne fungus. He has a reoccurring limp that is worrisome. His blood and urine values have been stable all year. He has terrible teeth! In fact we believe that the bacteria from his teeth and other toxins and pesticides are the root cause of his diseaseHis symptoms are being managed and we are living every day knowing he is a miracle. Lazer loves to go on his daily walk ~ if the temperature is under 80 degrees and he loves to get in the pool afterward for a quick cool down “swim”. He is a SMILER! and will woof for his favorite treats. He plays with Squeaky toys. He is living the good life ~ one day, one moment, one breath at a time. This last year has been an incredible journey. I have made new life-long friends who have been my advisors and the voice of reason thru some pretty crazy times. I have learned to trust alternative therapies and testing and treatments, that I used to dismiss as voo-doo. I have gained confidence in my intuition regarding the health of my dogs. And I have a wonderful family who has supported my endless hours of research and nursing, many times to the exclusion of cleaning the house or making dinner. Lazer turned 6 yrs old in May. He is a young ~ happy boy, who I’d like to see live another 6+ years!!! I don’t know what the future holds for us ~ but I do know that I want to live my life as our dogs do ~ one moment, one cookie, one nap,,,, one day at a time.if you made it this far ~ Thank you so much for reading! Live each day with your loved hounds and humans ~ you never know what tomorrow will bring YEA ! LAZER ,,, you made it buddy, your mom and dad love you!!! :beatheart Edited December 31, 2012 by 3DogNite Quote lorinda, mom to the ever revolving door of Foster greyhounds Always in my heart: Teala (LC Sweet Dream) , Pepton, Darbee-Do (Hey Barb) , Rascal (Abitta Rascal), Power (Beyond the Power), and the miracle boy LAZER (2/21/14), Spirit (Bitter Almonds) 8/14 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheFullHouse Posted August 10, 2012 Share Posted August 10, 2012 Happy Anniversary Lazer! 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...
Jenbo Posted August 10, 2012 Share Posted August 10, 2012 WOW, what a wonderful story. I'm so happy for you and Lazer Quote 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 August 10, 2012 Share Posted August 10, 2012 Thata boy Lazer! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest ronansmom Posted August 10, 2012 Share Posted August 10, 2012 Best of luck and health for Lazar! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hikinghounds Posted August 10, 2012 Share Posted August 10, 2012 What an amazing story! I'm sure he's as you are to be here with you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MachosMom Posted August 10, 2012 Share Posted August 10, 2012 Happy anniversary Lazer! What an amazing story! Quote Mom to Macho (JS XtremeMachine 1/12/2007 -8/17/2012 ... Gotcha day 9/2/2011. I miss you BigMan)Moonbeam (Ninos Full Moon 11/1/2009, Gotcha day 9/2/2012), Hattie (Kiowa Hats Off 4/14/2011, Gotcha day 10/13/2012), Keiva (JS Igotyourbooty 1/12/2007, Gotcha Day 1/8/2014)Jimmy (Blu Too James 06/26/2014, Gotcha day 09/12/2015), a shepard mix named Tista, some cats, and some reptiles. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DustysMom Posted August 10, 2012 Share Posted August 10, 2012 Happy, happy re-birthday to you!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
galgrey Posted August 10, 2012 Share Posted August 10, 2012 Amazing story! Celebrate each and every day! Quote Cynthia, & Cristiano, galgoAlways in my heart: Frostman Newdawn Frost, Keno Jet Action & Chloe (NGA racing name unknown), Irys (galgo), Hannah (weim), Cruz (galgo), & Carly CW Your Charming Princess http://www.greyhound-data.com/d?i=1018857 "It came to me that every time I lose a dog they take a piece of my heart with them. And every new dog who comes into my life, gifts me with a piece of their heart. If I live long enough, all the components of my heart will be dog, and I will become as generous and loving as they are." -- Unknown Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DesiRayMom Posted August 10, 2012 Share Posted August 10, 2012 Happy Anniversary, Lazer! You are truly a miracle man! My prayers to you for many more "one whatevers at a time." Quote Blessed is the person who has earned the love of an old dog. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Potomacpupsmom Posted August 10, 2012 Share Posted August 10, 2012 Wow, what an amazing story! Celebrate life Lazer! Quote Humans Kathy and Jim with our girls, Ivy (Carolina Spoon) and Cherry (Fly Cherry Pie) Missing our beautiful angel Breeze (Dighton Breeze) and angel Beka (BM Beko) - you are forever in our hearts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FiveRoooooers Posted August 10, 2012 Share Posted August 10, 2012 You show 'em, Lazer, good job. Um, I don't suppose you have any photos of your sweet, miracle boy? Quote Old Dogs are the Best Dogs. Thank you, campers. Current enrollees: Punkin. AnnIE Oooh M, Ebbie, HollyBeeBop (Betty Crocker). Angels: Pal . Segugio. Sorella (TPGIT). LadyBug. Zeke-aroni. MiMi Sizzle Pants. Gracie. Seamie . (Foster)Sweet. Andy. PaddyALVIN!Mayhem. Bosco. Bruno. Dottie B. Trevor Double-Heart. Bea. Cletus, KLTO. Aiden 1-4. Upon reflection, our lives are often referenced in parts defined by the all-too-short lives of our dogs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3DogNite Posted August 10, 2012 Author Share Posted August 10, 2012 You show 'em, Lazer, good job. Um, I don't suppose you have any photos of your sweet, miracle boy? Sure I do! Quote lorinda, mom to the ever revolving door of Foster greyhounds Always in my heart: Teala (LC Sweet Dream) , Pepton, Darbee-Do (Hey Barb) , Rascal (Abitta Rascal), Power (Beyond the Power), and the miracle boy LAZER (2/21/14), Spirit (Bitter Almonds) 8/14 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FiveRoooooers Posted August 10, 2012 Share Posted August 10, 2012 thank you. Quote Old Dogs are the Best Dogs. Thank you, campers. Current enrollees: Punkin. AnnIE Oooh M, Ebbie, HollyBeeBop (Betty Crocker). Angels: Pal . Segugio. Sorella (TPGIT). LadyBug. Zeke-aroni. MiMi Sizzle Pants. Gracie. Seamie . (Foster)Sweet. Andy. PaddyALVIN!Mayhem. Bosco. Bruno. Dottie B. Trevor Double-Heart. Bea. Cletus, KLTO. Aiden 1-4. Upon reflection, our lives are often referenced in parts defined by the all-too-short lives of our dogs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mychip1 Posted August 10, 2012 Share Posted August 10, 2012 What an absolutely amazing story. Clearly, his guardian angel believes that he has more to do here. Quote Robin, EZ (Tribal Track), JJ (What a Story), Dustin (E's Full House) and our beautiful Jack (Mana Black Jack) and Lily (Chip's Little Miss Lily) both at the BridgeThe WFUBCC honors our beautiful friends at the bridge. Godspeed sweet angels. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Guest IrskasMom Posted August 10, 2012 Share Posted August 10, 2012 That is some amazing Story . You go Lazer :beatheart :beatheart :beatheart Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest greytkidsmom Posted August 10, 2012 Share Posted August 10, 2012 It sounds like every day is an anniversary but to celebrate your 365th is awesome - congratulations! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brandimom Posted August 10, 2012 Share Posted August 10, 2012 What a remarkable story and life which brought tears to my eyes. Tears because you thought you were losing him.......tears for the love that you and dh have ............and tears of what you have learned from him. Lazer has many more years to come with you two. Lazer is blessed to have the two of you and you two are blessed for what he has taught you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Houndtime Posted August 10, 2012 Share Posted August 10, 2012 What a wonderful story to share with us. Long live Lazer! I am sure, aside from the guardian angel, the care that you are giving him, is essential and responsible for his well being. Quote 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...
Guest MyCody Posted August 11, 2012 Share Posted August 11, 2012 Amazing story and such a handsome guy, thank you for sharing that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dante2zoe Posted August 11, 2012 Share Posted August 11, 2012 Happy Anniversary, Lazar! Plus, what a great reminder - each day is truly a gift. Quote Cindy with Miss Fancypants, Paris Bueller, Zeke, and Angus Dante (Dg's Boyd), Zoe (In a While), Brady (Devilish Effect), Goose (BG Shotgun), Maverick (BG ShoMe), Maggie (All Trades Jax), Sherman (LNB Herman Bad) and Indy (BYB whippet) forever in my heart The flame that burns the brightest, burns the fastest and leaves the biggest shadow Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3DogNite Posted August 11, 2012 Author Share Posted August 11, 2012 Happy Anniversary, Lazar! Plus, what a great reminder - each day is truly a gift. Quote lorinda, mom to the ever revolving door of Foster greyhounds Always in my heart: Teala (LC Sweet Dream) , Pepton, Darbee-Do (Hey Barb) , Rascal (Abitta Rascal), Power (Beyond the Power), and the miracle boy LAZER (2/21/14), Spirit (Bitter Almonds) 8/14 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dbullwinkel Posted August 11, 2012 Share Posted August 11, 2012 That is a wonderful story of love and commitment! Happy Anniversary! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greysmom Posted August 11, 2012 Share Posted August 11, 2012 YEAH LAZER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Quote Chris - Mom to: Felicity (DeLand), and Andi (Braska Pandora) siggy by Chris Harper, on Flickr Angels: Libby (Everlast), Dorie (Dog Gone Holly), Dude (TNJ VooDoo), Copper (Kid's Copper), Cash (GSI Payncash), Toni (LPH Cry Baby), Whiskey (KT's Phys Ed), Atom, Lilly Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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