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 post Share on other sites
BatterseaBrindl Posted December 29, 2020 Share Posted December 29, 2020 Quote Nancy...Mom to Sid (Peteles Tiger) and Kibo (112 Carlota Galgos). Missing Casey, Gomer, Mona, Penelope, BillieJean, Bandit, Nixon (Starz Sammie), Ruby (Watch Me Dash) and especially Nigel (Nigel), waiting at the Bridge. Link to post Share on other sites
macoduck Posted December 29, 2020 Share Posted December 29, 2020 I am so sorry to hear this about CC. Quote Charlie the iggy, Hada the podenco maneta, Georgie Girl (UMR Cordella), Lulu the podenco andaluzAngels: 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 post Share on other sites
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 Always missing my boy Hi Noon Rocket and Kate Miss Kate. The home of Petunia, MW Neptunia and Sadie Rose, Paul Walker. Link to post Share on other sites
ramonaghan Posted December 29, 2020 Share Posted December 29, 2020 I'm so sorry. Quote Rachel with Sweep and kitties Olive and Momo. Always missing my boys Mud and Henry. Link to post Share on other sites
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: Aiden. Punkin. Annie. Miss 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, Knot Like The Others. Upon reflection, our lives are often referenced in parts defined by the all-too-short lives of our dogs. Link to post Share on other sites
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); Greys Hildy (Braska Hildy 7/10), Ivy (Jax Isis 10/07), Toodles (BL Toodles 7/09), Opal (Jax Opal 7/08)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) Link to post Share on other sites
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 and Petey (8 September 2018- ). 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 post Share on other sites
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 post Share on other sites
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 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 post Share on other sites
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 post Share on other sites
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 post Share on other sites
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 post Share on other sites
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 Living with Buddy Molly b. 5 November 2010. Welcomed home 16/6/2018 ❤️ Link to post Share on other sites
Banjoman Posted December 29, 2020 Share Posted December 29, 2020 Thinking of all of you. Quote Miss "England" Carol with Chancey - (Goosetree Chance) and whippet lurcher Nutmeg R.I.P. Bluegrass Banjoman. 25.1.2004 - 25.5.2015 and Ch. Sleepyhollow Aida. 30.9.2000 - 10.1.2014. Link to post Share on other sites
EllenEveBaz Posted December 30, 2020 Share Posted December 30, 2020 Why does life have to be so bittersweet? Quote Ellen, Milo, and Jeter remembering Eve, Baz, Scout, Romie, and Nutmeg Link to post Share on other sites
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 post Share on other sites
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 post Share on other sites
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 post Share on other sites
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 post Share on other sites
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 post Share on other sites
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 post Share on other sites
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 post Share on other sites
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 post Share on other sites
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 MoMo (FTH Chyna Moon), Spirit, and Miles the slinky kitty (OSH).Missing Piper "The Perfect" (Oneco Chaplin) and Winston Link to post Share on other sites
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