MP_the4pack Posted December 29, 2020 Share Posted December 29, 2020 My little China girl Cee Magic is losing her battle with kidney disease. In September I made 3 milestones I hoped she'd make. Christmas, a big snowstorm and her 7th birthday. Due to a rare December storm we got 2 of the three. But shes not going to make 7 in March. I have the vet on call for Thursday. This little girl has the biggest personality. The most expressive eyes. You can see straight to her soul. She spent most of her short life in the hellhole known as the Canidrome. Yet her tail never stops wagging. Her little body is so broken (huge bedsores scars on her hips and shoulders from sleeping on cement, broken hock, broken elbow, 24 rotten teeth and renal damage). But her spirit soars. Unfortunately her kidneys just don't work anymore. She's only interested in eating meat. No more cookies, treats, eggs, even homemade eggnog. She would have eaten her bowl if it was edible. She still likes walks and bye-byes. So Thursday morning I'll give the vet a call if she's completely stopped eating and/or loss of interest in walks and rides. She will make #10 at the Bridge, but one of the hardest I've lost. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BatterseaBrindl Posted December 29, 2020 Share Posted December 29, 2020 Quote Nancy...Mom to Sid (Peteles Tiger), Kibo (112 Carlota Galgos) and Joshi. Missing Casey, Gomer, Mona, Penelope, BillieJean, Bandit, Nixon (Starz Sammie), Ruby (Watch Me Dash) Nigel (Nigel), and especially little Mario, waiting at the Bridge. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
macoduck Posted December 29, 2020 Share Posted December 29, 2020 I am so sorry to hear this about CC. Quote Freshy (Droopys Fresh), NoAh the podenco orito, Rita the podenco maneta, Howie the portuguese podengo maneto Angels: Lila, the podenco, Mr X aka Denali, Lulu the podenco andaluz, Hada the podenco maneta, Georgie Girl (UMR Cordella), Charlie the iggy, Mazy (CBR Crazy Girl), Potato, my mystery ibizan girl, Allen (M's Pretty Boy), Percy (Fast But True), Mikey (Doray's Patuti), Pudge le mutt, Tessa the iggy, Possum (Apostle), Gracie (Dusty Lady), Harold (Slatex Harold), "Cousin" Simon our step-iggy, Little Dude the iggy ,Bandit (Bb Blue Jay), Niña the galgo, Wally (Allen Hogg), Thane (Pog Mo Thoine), Oliver (JJ Special Agent), Comet, & Rosie our original mutt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Time4ANap Posted December 29, 2020 Share Posted December 29, 2020 I'm so sorry, Mary Pat. I had always hoped to meet her at Dewey. Spoil that little girl even more if it's possible. Her story is incredible. Give her some extra ear rubs from us. Quote Camp Broodie. The current home of Mark Kay Mark Jack and Gracie Kiowa Safe Joan. Always missing my boy Rocket Hi Noon Rocket, Allie Phoenix Dynamite, Kate Miss Kate, Starz Under Da Starz, Petunia MW Neptunia, Diva Astar Dashindiva, and LaVida I've Got Life Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ramonaghan Posted December 29, 2020 Share Posted December 29, 2020 I'm so sorry. Quote Rachel with littermates Doolin and Willa, boss cat Tootie, and feline squatters Crumpet and Fezziwig. Missing gentlemen kitties Mud, Henry, and Richard and our beautiful, feisty, silly Sweep. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FiveRoooooers Posted December 29, 2020 Share Posted December 29, 2020 Our hearts are with you, MP. You done good for this dear soul. Segugio also made his journey on 12/31. He and the other campers will be waiting for CC. Quote Old Dogs are the Best Dogs. Thank you, campers. Current enrollees: Punkin. AnnIE Oooh M 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...
GreyPoopon Posted December 29, 2020 Share Posted December 29, 2020 I'm so very sorry. A little girl who has been through so much should have much more time in heaven-on-earth. But I've lost enough dogs to kidney disease to know that they reach a point where their interest fades. 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...
PatricksMom Posted December 29, 2020 Share Posted December 29, 2020 I'm so sorry, very gentle hugs to you and CC, bless both of you. Quote Beth, Petey (8 September 2018- ), and Faith (22 March 2019). Godspeed Patrick (28 April 1999 - 5 August 2012), Murphy (23 June 2004 - 27 July 2013), Leo (1 May 2009 - 27 January 2020), and Henry (10 August 2010 - 7 August 2020), you were loved more than you can know. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RaineysMom Posted December 29, 2020 Share Posted December 29, 2020 oh no I am SO very sorry she has fought so hard her entire life sending you and her so many hugs and prayers. I'm so glad she was able to spend her final years knowing your love 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...
Houndtime Posted December 29, 2020 Share Posted December 29, 2020 I am so sad and sorry to read this. Wishing your girl an easy passing and she will greeted by our sweet greys over the bridge. 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...
Remolacha Posted December 29, 2020 Share Posted December 29, 2020 I am so sorry, she should have had so much more time with you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
organistswife Posted December 29, 2020 Share Posted December 29, 2020 I've grit in my eye, we lost Diva in October after only 2 years. She'll be waiting over the bridge to meet a new friend. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnF Posted December 29, 2020 Share Posted December 29, 2020 So sorry to read this. I know how it goes with kidney disease having lost 3 to it over the years. Only one of them definitely told me it was time and that she just wasn't going to eat again. I'd tried dozens of different kinds of foods, then one day she did something she'd never done before, she tipped her bowl over and looked away. I think the day when they won't or can't drink is far enough; and better a day too soon than to wait for that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MerseyGrey Posted December 29, 2020 Share Posted December 29, 2020 This is too sad. This is the second young dog I’ve heard about passing today. I’m so glad she had a few happy years with you after the start she had. I know you will enjoy the next few days together, even if they are tinged with sadness for you Quote Buddy Molly 🌈 5/11/10-10/10/23 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Banjoman Posted December 29, 2020 Share Posted December 29, 2020 Thinking of all of you. Quote Miss "England" Carol with whippet lurcher Nutmeg & Zavvi the Chihuahua. R.I.P. Chancey (Goosetree Chance). 24.1.2009 - 14.4.2022. Bluegrass Banjoman. 25.1.2004 - 25.5.2015 and Ch. Sleepyhollow Aida. 30.9.2000 - 10.1.2014. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EllenEveBaz Posted December 30, 2020 Share Posted December 30, 2020 Why does life have to be so bittersweet? 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...
cleptogrey Posted December 30, 2020 Share Posted December 30, 2020 kidney disease is not pleasant, you did what could be done- no way can you win. hugs- Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MP_the4pack Posted December 30, 2020 Author Share Posted December 30, 2020 Update: I decided to call CC's internist to see if there's anything else available before I send her to the Bridge. They gave me an anti-nausea and another appetite stimulant. If that works then she'll stay a little longer. Maybe a week. And before anyone bashes me about quality of life, she is still enjoying life. Kidney disease pretty much makes them sick to their stomach. There is no pain. So if her tummy feels better, she feels better. I'm watching her very very closely to make sure I read the signs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SanTanSnuggles Posted December 30, 2020 Share Posted December 30, 2020 While pets often receive bone, soft tissue and cornea allografts for transplantation, the only type of organ transplant available for cats and dogs is a kidney transplant, according to Dr. Lillian Aronson of the University of Pennsylvania's School of Veterinary Medicine, who talked to Vetstreet.Aug 3, 2018. My husband is a kidney transplant guy. Got one from me and one from a friend 18 years later. So when I saw your question, I thought I would look and see. Very expensive, but maybe if you have pet insurance, they would pay for some of it ? This post is from 2018. If you had time maybe start a go. fund me Your story really touches my heart. God Bless. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smurfette Posted December 30, 2020 Share Posted December 30, 2020 Is suc-therapy available in your area? It is the thing around here for kidney disease. I have used it several times with my elderly dogs and it works really well and without side effects. Quote Sorry for butchering the english language. I try to keep the mistakes to a minimum. Nadine with Paddy (Zippy Mullane), Saoirse (Lizzie Be Nice), Abu (Cillowen Abu) and bridge angels Colin (Dessies Hero) and Andy (Riot Officer). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MP_the4pack Posted December 30, 2020 Author Share Posted December 30, 2020 I've asked about dialysis or transplants. She could do dialysis but it doesn't work as well as in humans. It works better for acute failure that dogs might be able to survive. And transplants do very well for cats. But for some reason dogs don't. I even have a young greyhound that might have been a donor. I don't know what suc-therapy is. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PattyE Posted December 31, 2020 Share Posted December 31, 2020 I am so sorry. She is so young. I am sending you good thoughts. I know you will do whatever is best for her. 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...
cleptogrey Posted December 31, 2020 Share Posted December 31, 2020 8 hours ago, MP_the4pack said: Update: I decided to call CC's internist to see if there's anything else available before I send her to the Bridge. They gave me an anti-nausea and another appetite stimulant. If that works then she'll stay a little longer. Maybe a week. And before anyone bashes me about quality of life, she is still enjoying life. Kidney disease pretty much makes them sick to their stomach. There is no pain. So if her tummy feels better, she feels better. I'm watching her very very closely to make sure I read the signs. I did that with Felix. Zofran for the nausea and prednisone for the appetite. He was on a total carb diet and what brought him the most joy was toasted white bread. Toast and cut up into small pieces. The barometer of how poorly the kidneys are functioning is their ammonia breath. If their kidneys get really bad they can start seizing. Enjoy and a toast to the late Felix who adored his goat. CC will enjoy it as much. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MP_the4pack Posted December 31, 2020 Author Share Posted December 31, 2020 Didn't know about ammonia breath. She has bad breath but not ammonia. I've tried a pure carb diet. She wasn't interested. So my best bet is to cut the protein with as much carb as she'll eat. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LBass Posted December 31, 2020 Share Posted December 31, 2020 I hope the anti-nausea meds and appetite stimulants give you and bit more happy time with your girl. CC sounds like a real character and a complete love. I'm sorry her body can't keep up with her spirit. Warmest best wishes to you both for a bit more time and then an easy, peaceful passing. Quote Lucy with Greyhound Nate and OSH Tinker. With loving memories of MoMo (FTH Chyna Moon), Spirit, Miles the slinky kitty (OSH), Piper "The Perfect" (Oneco Chaplin), Winston, Yoda, Hector, and Claire. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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