The Roller Coasters Of Life
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Over the last five days or so we've been on a roller coaster of emotions with our dog Lily.
While camping she began having difficulty breathing and not being able to keep food or water down. Chris took her to the nearest emergency vet hospital where they put her on IV, sedated her and found a variety of maladies - the combination of which put her in critical condition. We made the decision to transfer her to a different emergency vet hospital in Tacoma (the next closest) to be able to see a specialist and get more information (underlying causes, etc) before deciding how to proceed.
Since we've been here in Tacoma it's been close to the end and then it's been a bit better. It's been up and down, each day waiting for a different test, a new hope, a bit of recovery.
Riding the coaster is hard. Being here with family while riding the coaster makes things easier and keeps the kids entertained.
Today she seems on the upswing, able to keep some food down last night, but there's still other conditions that need to be addressed. We're waiting for another update from the main doctor today to determine the next course of action.
Lily's 11. She's had an awesome full life and has been a great companion for our family.
I appreciate your patience and your kindness towards our family and Lily as we move forward in the coming days.
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Thinking of you and Lily.
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Hooray for Lily coming home and being ok. I'm so glad all our prayers got answered for her. Happy welcome home with your sweet dog. So glad it had a happy turnout. Still sending prayers to get thru the next couple weeks and keep her strong and comfortable. Have a Happy Friday and weekend. Let the unpacking and laundry begin,lol
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Thinking of you and your family and prayers to you all in this time of struggle....pets are such a huge part of our family too
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lily and your family are in our prayers.
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(((hugs))) I am praying for God's will and blessings for the family. Our (schnauzer)Mollie is 13yrs old she gets insulin 2 day and is almost blind with cataract and she still plods on...Mollie said"I am not in pain just give me my treats and a nice place to sleep at nite" It is tough but Doc the vet said along as she is eating and functions on time she is fine...I just have been preparing the family....it is tough
my heart goes out to you
hugs
Sharon
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I am praying for God's will and blessings for the family. Our (schnauzer)Mollie is 13yrs old she gets insulin 2 day and is almost blind with cataract and she still plods on...Mollie said"I am not in pain just give me my treats and a nice place to sleep at nite" It is tough but Doc the vet said along as she is eating and functions on time she is fine...I just have been preparing the family....it is tough
my heart goes out to you
hugs
Sharon
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Praying for your sweet dog and your family.
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Awww Ali I am so sorry to hear about your sweet dog. I know what you are going through. My heart goes out to you and your family during this time. I will keep your family in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time for you all.
(((((((HUGS)))))))
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Many blessings to you as your family rides this roller coaster. Prayers for peace and patience through the process.
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Such wonderful news that your dear friend Lily is home!!!!
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I know how hard this time can be for the "humans" in a dogs life. My Chelsea, a poodle, lived a wonderful 18 years before suffering from many problems and having to be put down. Amazingly I have come to love a Shih Zsu named Oreo just as much. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
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Oh, Ali. I truly understand how hard and sad it is to go through this kind of rollercoaster. We've been there twice. And it is never, ever easy. My thougts are with you and your family. Many, many hugs to you.
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I am so sorry. What a hard time. Made me think of my kids when our kitty died. Pets are so important and loved.
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Sending hugs to you all and Lilly from my family and our 11 year old yellow lab, Max. We are currently "waiting and praying" that his cancer will stay at bay and understand how difficult it can be to worry about your four-legged family member.
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I'm so sorry to hear about your doggy. I hope you are able to find a remedy for her. :)
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I know this must be really hard -- our loving pets become such a part of our lives. Like humans, it's hard to watch them suffer. My heart goes out to you and your family.
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Brings tears to my eyes.. I know how hard it is when our fur babies get sick. Sending lots of prayers and well wishes to Lily and your family :)
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Prayers being said for Lily and her family. Peace to all of you.
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Thoughts and prayers are with you--and of course, Lily. Blessings, Sharon
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I am so sorry that your family is going through this. I do know how you feel as my family has struggled with the ups and downs of one of our beloved dogs for over a month now . Our prayers are with you and Lilly.
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