not eating well
 I didn't dare light a match near her just in case and was concerned what might happen if she had gas.  STOP LAUGHING!!!!!!! The vet said many years ago gun powder was used to treat worms . Chances are she doesn't have worms anymore IF she ever had them. And it would have passed by now. Anyone else have this picky eating problem that has gone on for any length of time? No, not fireworks. |
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| Darn, I was working on explosive gas jokes! Gives new meaning to "SBDs...silent but deadly" farts. Hope this is just a phase, maybe your little firecracker needs a more variet diet. Have you tried stinky fish like tuna or mackerel? You might very well be allergic or at least sensitive to certain ingredients in most foods. May have to start an exclusion diet......exclude all but one item, once you find what she will eat, add a second and so on until you get something balanced. |
| Gracie has notreally improved. She liked the rice and hamburger until thiis morning. Yesterday her gums looked a little pale and was more lathargic. When I came down stairs this am Gracie had thrown up her food from last night and somebody had diahreah through my dining room. She isn't herself and I feel like a really really bad mom because I noticed for over a month she wasn't eating that well and I thought she was just being pickey. I do have an appointment this afternoon with the vet but I'm still very scared. Gracie is my velcro girl and so cuddly and kissy. She has always loved for me to chase her and then grab her and kiss her. She isn't doing any of that. I am so worried about her! I track back to Li'l Brittches a number of years ago that I lost to congestive heart failure when she was 8. I had her to the vet many times because she would have some problems breathing and everytime I was told all that was needed was antibiotics. The last time it happened, I wound up taking her to the emergency vet clinic where she died. There they did an x-ray. Congestive Heart Failure. Her lungs were full. X-rays were never done at my vet's before. Gracie is 8. Please keep fingers and paws crossed and say prayers that it is something only minor. Like I said, I'm really worried. Nancy |
 Best wishes for your Gracie  Nancy |
Keeping everything crossed for Gracie. Let us know how it goes!  |
| Keeping everything crossed here !! |
| hope she feels better soon keep us posted |
| Oh, sorry, to hear about Gracie. You must be so upset. Hopefully, they will be able to do an exam and take some blood to see what is wrong. I am not sure where you live.... any chance for Lyme's? I live in such a prevalent Lyme's area, that it is always the 1st thing I think about.... |
| So sorry to hear that Gracie has not improved. Please let us know what the vet plans for her. Hugs to you both! |
| When the vet does the blood panel, I will be asking for Lymes check. Thanks for the support. I am just hoping she hasn't gotten worse while I've been at work. I live in St Louis PArk, MN and I don't know how prevelant Lymes is here. St Louis Park is a berb of Mpls. Nancy |
| Hope Gracie feels better. If you read this before your Vet visit, if possible, take a stool sample. She may have a parasite of some sort... |
| Hi, Just a few days after I posted how well Gilligan was doing.. THEN ...he did the same thing Gracie did...not eat, lathargic..I was so worried! He showed no interest in his marrow bones which he dearly loved and has daily due to his mass in his mouth (it helps him - kinda like a teething baby). My own wonderful vet wasn't available until after the weekend, nor was my second most wonderful vet..it was the fourth jr man. I went in to pick up pain meds and food with the condition that if he got worse I would bring him in but until then would wait for Monday when the vet who has treated him from day one was on duty. I gave him Recovery Food (available at any vet) it aids animals with no or little appetite to eat...smells pretty good> Gave Gilligan a Tremodol pill. The result was amazing..he ate , he perked up.. I fully expected the worse and after seeing the vet my heart soared. Giligan has bad hips and the Dermaxx can't be upped. However my vet explained that pain control is so advanced now that you can layer various meds to help them be more comfortable. That's what it was with Gilligan...his hips hurt and he didn't feel like eating. I know you are worried about your old girl, Going to the vets is a good thing. You may want to try some yummy food to entice her to eat. I just plopped myself down with Gilligan and a good book and spent the day with just him and I. Sometimes just having us there for comfort helps too. I am praying things go well and please keep us informed. Sending good thoughts your way. Marianne |
| Things did not go well. Gracie had a Hemangio Sarcoma. The vet inserted a siringe into her abdomen and there was blood. She had internal bleeding. It's a spleentumor, malagnant. He said there is really no way to detect until too late. No idea the cause it just happens. I took her home and a few hours later she passed away. I am in shock, stunned and completely devastated!! I cannot believe my Amazing Grace is gone. No more kisses first thing in the morning, holding hands while I'm in the bathroom, Gracie needing to have her 'makeup' on in the morning, no more snuggles...........................I cried all night and can't stop crying, even as I type this. My Gracie is gone and I am broken. Abbey and Oliver don't understand what is going on. At least we were all together when she passed. She was only 8 and it was definately deja vu. My Gracie passed over the Rainbow Bridge last night. Gracie didn't have an easy start in life. She was abused, starved and neglected. I adopted her from Rescue and have never ever regretted having her. We built a trust and she was my perpetual puppy. I feel so very lucky the she loved and trusted me unconditionally. I was blessed to have had my Amazing Grace and I miss and will miss her terribly. I am raw and can't stop the tears. I will always love you my 'mazing Grace. |
Oh Nancy!  I am so sad for you. It's got to be some small comfort knowing there was nothing you could have done, and that now she is not suffering...but having it come so suddenly... big hugs Nancy |
| I'm so sorry for your loss. Cindy |
| Nancy, I know there are no words to take away your pain but remember that we are all here to offer our support to you. Keep in mind that Gracie no longer hurts and always loves you. I have no doubt that these guys walk with us from time to time, especially when we need it the most. I often feel Martin and Punk's presence. You gave Gracie a life she could not have imagined when she was born and thrown into turmoil. You gave her comfort and love, health and care, food and toys because you loved her unconditionally and she has and will ever give that love back to you. One day you will be able to remember the joys of her too short mortal life so much more than hear early departure and it is then you will feel her visiting you. Until then know that Gracie loves you and is watching over her momma. Carl |
| Nancy, I'm so sorry I didn't want to say anything earlier because I was actually thinking lymphoma and hoping I was wrong, but hemangiosarcoma is one of the other top three cancers in our breed, unfortunately, and your vet is exactly right, it's not one of those cancers that is easily detectable early on or that we can do much if anything about. There's a genetic predisposition in the breed is all we know so far. There was nothing you could or should have done differently, it just is. Which I know doesn't make it an easier. I can't begin to tell you how very sorrow I am. Kristine |
| Oh no. I am so sorry for your loss. You can tell that you really loved her and she was lucky to have you! |
| What terrible news. I'm so sorry for your loss, and we are here for you when you'd like to talk about your horrible loss. |
| Hi, Right now the pain is so fresh and the loss of Gracie makes your heart hurt. We are here for you to offer support and comfort. Gracie spent her years with someone who cared deeply for her and that was your greatest gift to her. I'm so sorry for your loss and wish I could reach through the screen and give you a hug. Marianne |
| This story just broke my heart.You gave Gracie the greatest gift,trust, and she will always live in your heart.My heart is aching and I am thinking of you and Gracie today. I hope you find comfort in knowing you were chosen to be her special angel and she your special angel, Robin |
| I'm so sorry for your loss . |
| I'm so sorry for your loss, it was wonderful that she was at home with her family, the pain is unbearable for a while. |
| Oh Nancy, I am so sorry to read this There are no words to make it easier...Just know she was very loved and she knows it...She is at the bridge now, free from pain and fear...My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family...So sorry... |
| So very very sorry for your loss. Special thoughts for you and your family. |
| I am so sorry to hear about Gracie. It is wonderful that you found each other and that you shared some wonderful time together. It is never long enough, I know. |
| I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. Keeping you in my thoughts. |
| We are so very sorry for your loss. Lisa Frankie and Mattie |
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