Sharpeigirl Posted October 23, 2003 Posted October 23, 2003 Well Sassy isn't much better. She won't stand up, and her other hind leg is starting to swell :( Looks like they might have to go in & release some persure. And she hasn't eaten at all, and she's lost a bit of weight, which has me worried. They try to force feed her, but she fights so much they give up, so they have her hooked to an iv drip for some calories. I swear she's going to drive me crazy if she doesn't start showing some sign that she can walk. :( :drinking: Quote
Sanvean Posted October 23, 2003 Posted October 23, 2003 I'm sorry to hear that, sweetie :( She will be in my prayers. Quote
abker17 Posted October 23, 2003 Posted October 23, 2003 Aw, I'm sorry to hear that Sassy isn't getting along to well. :( :( :( She'll be in my prayers to, i'm sure she'll come around eventually, keep faith......... :) :angel: Quote
marebear Posted October 23, 2003 Posted October 23, 2003 I'm so sorry to hear she is not doing well. I am a new member and do not know the whole reasoning behind her not doing well.......but none the less, I wish her only the best!!! Sure hope she starts to improve soon---what a cutie she is! Quote
Guest Anonymous Posted October 23, 2003 Posted October 23, 2003 oh dear, I hope she pulls through soon! But it's still early, I'm sure it's very hard on her. Just let her get some rest, and see what the vets can do, and of course all the TLC you can give her! :D :angel: Quote
ellieangel Posted October 23, 2003 Posted October 23, 2003 K's idea sounds good to me :wink: Fingers and paws crossed here for Sassy :( I'm sorry she isn't doing so good maybe she just needs a bit more time to adjust,it must be hard for her. Quote
behle Posted October 23, 2003 Posted October 23, 2003 I'm so sorry Sassy is not recovering as you had hoped. :( I will keep her in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Perhaps she will just take a little more time to heal than expected. I like K's idea; maybe that would lift her spirits. Quote
sushiwelldone Posted October 23, 2003 Posted October 23, 2003 I'm sure it's just a bit too soon for her. She's been through a big trauma and lots of changes. When I worked for a vet we often asked people to bring in the dog's favorite treats from home and give them some private time in one of the rooms away from the other animals for a while. It often helped. The other thing to consider is that if there is swelling perhaps an infection is what has her down. I'm sure they have her on antibiotics but it's something worth asking about. My thoughts are with you at this difficult time. Complications are almost inevitable with a big trauma like this but are none the less very frustrating! Hang in there! Quote
Rowie-the-Pooh Posted October 23, 2003 Posted October 23, 2003 Oh my! I must have missed something! Someone please update me! :o I hope a speedy recovery for sweet Sassy! :cry: Get well soon Sassy! :cry: Quote
flypegasus Posted October 23, 2003 Posted October 23, 2003 :cry: :cry: :cry: Get Well soon Sassy! :calus: She will be in my prayers Quote
midori115 Posted October 23, 2003 Posted October 23, 2003 you and sassy are still in our thoughts and prayers. Quote
Black GSD Posted October 23, 2003 Posted October 23, 2003 What are they "trying" to make her eat? Maybe you could try baby food. (As in the canned baby people food. Try one of the meats.) OR how about hamburger or ground turkey? Quote
Sharpeigirl Posted October 23, 2003 Author Posted October 23, 2003 She's not even responding to me very well, :( But she did eat a small amout of A/d from the vet. I've trying to give her her pig ear strips, but she just turns her head around away from me. :( :( I'll keep trying Quote
Aonir Posted October 23, 2003 Posted October 23, 2003 I'm sorry that Sassy isn't doing so well.. But there IS a lot happening to her right now. All this stress is taking its toll on her. Have they tried wet food? That's easier to force-feed.. Plus it gots water. Quote
Guest Anonymous Posted October 23, 2003 Posted October 23, 2003 So sorry to hear that Sassy isn't doing well.. Sassy and you will be in our thoughts and prayers.. best of luck! Quote
mouseatthebusstop Posted October 23, 2003 Posted October 23, 2003 sorry things are not going too well Quote
marion Posted October 23, 2003 Posted October 23, 2003 Sorry Sassy isn't feeling great,:( but like Shara said it is early days and she has been through so much.:cry: Come on Sassy we're all rooting for you. :angel: Quote
Sharpeigirl Posted October 24, 2003 Author Posted October 24, 2003 She's really unhappy, she even seems depressed :( She won't even respond to me when i go & vist her. Her Pei spark she has is going out way to fast. I can't bare the thought of loseing her at such a young age. :cry: :cry: Quote
DogPaddle Posted October 24, 2003 Posted October 24, 2003 She may just need time to rest up and adjust, dogs often get very quiet, still or withdrawn when they have some serious healing to do. Quote
pei obssessed Posted October 24, 2003 Posted October 24, 2003 yeah, she'll be ok, you'll see... keep up the courage! Quote
Malamum Posted October 24, 2003 Posted October 24, 2003 I'm sorry she is so down at the moment. Give her a big kiss from me. I know you are terribly upset but when you visit her try to act all happy like nothing is wrong otherwise she may pick up on and reflect your emotions. Quote
courtnek Posted October 24, 2003 Posted October 24, 2003 Sharpei will they let you take her home? She'd be much happier, and more comfortable there, in her home with you.... I believe she will heal better at home with you.... Quote
Carolk9s Posted October 24, 2003 Posted October 24, 2003 Sharpeigirl, I hope Sassy turns the corner soon and decides it's time to eat and get better. Are there any restrictions on what foods she can have? Some nice grilled chicken, a hot dog, even just a little bit of bread or pasta? Mine think bread IS the food of the dog gods but don't get too much, just bits here and there. They ADORE canned biscuits, especially Grands. They also love pasta. I think she needs something that will perk up her appetite. Poor baby, she needs to be told how lovely she is and how loved she is and how she better darned well get better or she's gonna break a lot of hearts! com'on Sassy girl! Quote
bk_blue Posted October 24, 2003 Posted October 24, 2003 Poor Sassy... still sending positive thoughts to you. :angel: Quote
imported_Kat Posted October 24, 2003 Posted October 24, 2003 Shar, time is a great healer. When you visit Sassy jolly her along. Dogs can be deep psychological creatures. When you see her be positive and don't tell her there is anything wrong with her. Don't feel sorry for her and it may sound harsh but if she sees you upset, then she will sink into a deeper depression and think there really is something serious wrong with her. Tell her to get up and ask her what shes playing at lying there feeling sorry for herself. She needs time but she also must make that effort with you. If you are permitted to take her home even for a day or so, then do it! Hang in there. I'm thinking about you two as is everyone else. :wink: Quote
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