Our Murphy is not well

[Logan]

We knew she had an ear infection, and we knew she was suffering with arithritis, all of which we expected treatment for today at our vet's office.

She is not a Golden Retriever, but she is close. She is especially close to my heart, and to Scott's heart. Today, in addition to treating her arthritis situation and her ear infection, the vet found a mass in her ear that needs to be removed. We have no idea whether it is cancer or benign. The vet just said that it needs to come out and therefore, it will.

We have to schedule the time and will do that shortly. But please say a prayer for our senior girl that we love so much. We don't want her to suffer at all, and feel optimistic that our vet wants the mass to be removed, even at Murphy's advanced age. Prayers are good. Good, positive thoughts are good. So, whatever you have in you, to wish for a precious Lab girl, please do it.

I'll keep you posted.

Logan (whose heart is breaking)

[momoffuzzyfaces]

Prayers on the way for you and Murphy. The cats have their pays crossed to and are sending good kitty vibes. They hope Murphy won't mind that they aren't dogs. Please let us know how she gets along.

[anna_66]

Positive thoughts and vibes coming your way Murphy!

[KYS]

Murphy, we are all routing for you.
Many positive thoughts and get well wishes being
sent.

[Sudilar]

We are praying for that miracle again. This time Murphy needs one. We pray that all will be ok for her. Sending big hugs.

[Dixieland Dancer]

We got all paws and fingers crossed and saying prayers that sweet Murphy is ok. I know how much your heart must be breaking Logan. You just got this wonderful girl in your life and now to see her having to endure surgery. Please send us a picture of her when you can!

[lovemyshiba]

We're sending our prayers your way, for Murphy and for you. Fingers, toes, and paws crossed--I hope we hear good news.

[Karen]

Oh, Murphy, be a good old girl and hold still for the white coats. All those young pups out there need an example in dignity at the vet's office, and I know you can provide that.

[captain]

Paws and fingers crossed sweetheart ......:)

[DoggiesAreTheBest]

Logan, Murphy is in my thoughts. I hope that the mass is benign and the ear infection clears up and she starts feeling better soon!

[sammi]

So sorry to hear about Murphy and his health problems. I hope the ear infection gets better and the surgery turns out ok. Will send a prayer and positive thoughts your way.

[tatsxxx11]

We'll be in touch, for sure Logan and until we hear from you, we'll be sending Murphy all of our love and our most heartfelt prayers for a treatable diagnosis. You know how I've come to love this sweet, precious senior Labbie. (Did you give her my kiss;))?

[Albea]

http://img.123greetings.com/thumbs/insp_recovery/8429-017-05-1028.gif Prayers, possitive thoughts, and best wishes for a quick recovery from surgery for Murphy.

[trisha0503]

Logan,

We'll keep Murphy in our thoughts and prayers :(
{{{MURPHY}}} from Rosebel, Missy and Toby

[Cinder & Smoke]

Hi God! ~

Cinder an Smokey here, onna Prayer Line...

Our new Buddie Murphy has a problem inna ear and she's gotta go see the Sir Jury guy. Could You paLeeze assist in the operashun an make sure Murph getz better reel quick?

Stand by fur a hole lotta Prayerz onna Line ~
Lotta Pet Talkerz gonna be callin You wiff Prayerz for Murph!

An if You get a minnit - send a lil whispur down to Miz Logan, Scott, an Helen -
tell em You're werkin in Murphy's case. ;)

Thankz, God!
Reelee preciate Your Help!

/s/ The Prayer Pups

[ramanth]

Lots of love and prayers for Murphy.

[ChrisH]

Murphy is in my thoughts and prayers.

Sending love and hugs to all of you.

Chris

[Logan]

Here are some pictures of Murphy that Helen took yesterday. The "other" dog is Lilly in the picture with her. As you can tell by the dirt on the carpet, this is the "main" sleeping area for everyone!!! I can't wait to rid myself of that carpet!!!!! :)

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[tatsxxx11]

Dear Murphy, you're even MORE beautiful than I imagined!! You listen to your Mama now and do your best to get well very soon. SO many people love you beautiful Labbie girl!! Love, Aunt Sandra, Star and Cody.

[Rachel]

Helen and you are mind readers for sure because as I was reading the posts I was thinking about asking for another picture of Murphy. I am so sorry that an operation is necessary but better that than *this is inoperable*. So sweet how the whole gang gets along and likes to hang out together. We're all rooting for this loyal lab, who has won our hearts as well.

[ChrisH]

Oh, Murphy, you are so lovely, I just want to give you a big hug and kiss that adorable face. Prayers that you get better very soon sweet girl.

Chris

[lizbud]

Logan,

I have to apologise. I had never seen Murphy before now.:o

She is a beautiful labbie lady & I surely will offer many prayers
for a complete recovery for this sweetheart. I loved the pics,
especially Lilly & Murphy sharing naptime together.:) Please
update on Murphy whenever you can. Hugs & prayers for her.

[K9karen]

:( :( Poor, sweet, adorable, precious Murphy, (Cody's long-lost cousin) Logan, Scott and Helen, you know my heart goes out to you as well as {comforting hugs} I certainly know how you feel, sick with worry. Gazillion prayers your way for successful surgery and recovery. Ya gotta love these endearing seniors. I'll be thinking of you all 24/7...Love, Karen

[Logan]

Originally posted by lizbud
Logan,

I have to apologise. I had never seen Murphy before now.:o

Absolutely no need for apologies, Liz. I think I only posted a picture of her once, comparing Karen's Cody to Murphy and Scout (my parent's girl). They all look so much alike. In fact, I have taken some more pictures of Murphy recently, but they have to be scanned to be seen and we don't seem to have that capability at the moment, although I thought I married into a scanner!!! :)

Thank you, everyone, for your support. She is going to be ok. I just know it!!!!! :D

[trisha0503]

It breaks my heart even more, after seeing Murphy's picture :( :( He truly reminds me of Karen's Cody .. There's just something about senior dogs .. It's full of love and emotions ... Seeing Murphy and Lilly together are just so adorable..

Logan - I'm sorry but all along I thought you only have Honey and Lilly... Murphy is so precious , i wish him so well...

I'll continue to pray for him...

{{{MURPHY}}} from Rosebel,Rosebel and Toby

[Logan]

Rosebel, Honey and Lilly have been with me since they were 6 weeks old. Murphy was Scott's dog since she was six weeks old. This past summer, when we started dating, Murphy started staying with me a lot when Scott traveled. I just hated the thought of her being in a kennel when she could be with us. She has quickly and easily become one of my brood because I have had so much interaction with her, especially since I work from a home office and she is here all day with me. She is definitely less trouble than the others!!! LOL!!! :D

Please, please, don't feel badly about not knowing about her. Scott and I have only been married for six weeks now and I am just now remembering to put her name in my responses and signatures. Yesterday, Scott said something about "his dog" and his responsibility to pay for her surgery. "HOGWASH", I said, and let him know quickly that she is "our" dog. I've been loving her for almost 7 months now and consider her mine. I know he doesn't want to claim Butter, our cat, but he considers the others "his" too.

[Logan]

Murphy's surgery has been scheduled for this coming Monday. I am relieved and nervous at the same time. We don't have to wait, but it is happening fast. I think it is best to have it done on a day when we can be at home to watch over her. Monday was the day. Hopefully, she will be feeling "chipper" by her birthday on Friday!!!! One can hope, right??? I certainly am!!!! :)

Prayers are appreciated. We love this precious girl so much.

Logan

[captain]

Murphy!!! - aren't you simply gorgeous!

Prayers, kisses and paw crosses coming your way!

[Sudilar]

Murphy, you are such a beautiful senior!!! Many prayers will be said for you on Monday. Little miracles, please, little miracles.

[lizbud]

Rosebel.

I didn't really know about Murphy either and I felt so aweful,
like "where the heck had I been to not know this":o

Murphy is a beauty isn't she? I love senior dogs. They have
so much grace & character about them.:) We'll all be praying
for Murphy's surgery to be a complete success this Monday,
and that she has a wonderful birthday celebration Friday. Liz.

[LoudLou]

We all hope you get better Murphy! You are a really purty pupper and do you know how much you are loved?? We're all prayin for ya Murphy. Hope ya get better real soon.:D

[Logan]

Originally posted by lizbud
Rosebel.

I didn't really know about Murphy either and I felt so aweful,
like "where the heck had I been to not know this":o

Murphy is a beauty isn't she? I love senior dogs. They have
so much grace & character about them.:) We'll all be praying
for Murphy's surgery to be a complete success this Monday,
and that she has a wonderful birthday celebration Friday. Liz.

All this means is that I didn't do a good enough job of introducing her and that's my fault!!! I have loved her since I laid eyes on her and that was 3 days after I met her dad. It didn't take long for me to lure her in..............maybe that's how I ended up with her dad!!! LOL!!! :)

[AdoreMyDogs]

Logan, I deeply hope that the most beautiful Murphy girl will be OK. She is absolutely precious. Such could not be any more kind and loving looking.

Please know that I am thinking about you all and wishing that sweet senior lady a quick recovery and many more years on this earth.

Love,
Leslie, Graham, Kersey & Minion

[Pam]

Originally posted by Logan
I thought I married into a scanner!!! :)

:D :D Logan! But Scott married into a whole community who will have this girl in their prayers!! I am so glad you got her picture posted anyway! My she does look soooo much like Cody! How old did you say she is? I guess I must have missed that. {{hugs to Murphy}}

[Logan]

Originally posted by Pam


:D :D Logan! But Scott married into a whole community who will have this girl in their prayers!! I am so glad you got her picture posted anyway! My she does look soooo much like Cody! How old did you say she is? I guess I must have missed that. {{hugs to Murphy}}

Pam,
Murphy turns 13 next Friday, February 14!! She's a Valentine's baby!!! :D
Logan

[Dixieland Dancer]

Prayers still full force for the beautiful Murphy!!!

Logan, I'm sure you taking Murphy in had something to do with Scott falling in love with you! Once he saw your heart of GOLD how could he not fall head over heals in love with you?? I'm glad you posted her picture. It is wonderful being able to put a face to the name when you pray!

Please make sure you keep us posted and don't forget to have lots of Frosty Paws around for the very special birthday of this wonderful girl next week! ;)

[Logan]

A change of heart........

Scott and I talked a lot in bed last night and again this morning. Our furnace is out and we had lots of "pillow time"!!!! It was the only way to stay warm!!! Anyway, we talked and I started wondering about getting a second opinion from my vet, who I trust completely. Murphy has been going to a different veterinarian for years, and they adore her there, but it isn't "my vet". Scott is in agreement with me, so today, I cancelled the surgery for Monday and instead, we are taking Murphy to see Dr. Robinson on Monday afternoon. Dr. Robinson is just so fair and probably hurts himself by being so fair, but I do trust him and I think it won't hurt just to get his opinion before jumping off into this surgery. Only the BEST for our Murphy girl. We will know what direction we're going to take by Monday afternoon.

In the meantime, she is fine and comfortable, even if I am not, since it is so cold in this house!!! My fingers are freezing!!!! Help is on the way, hopefully, in the form of a HVAC expert, this afternoon. Hopefully they can install a new unit today or tomorrow.

Logan

[Dixieland Dancer]

I think you are doing the right thing! Surgery is very invasive and anytime you put them under it's a risk. Especially the senior dogs! Perhaps your vet will be able to give you another option but if not atleast you know two vets are in agreement!!

Hope you get warmth soon!!

[Sudilar]

Sending you all a warm hug!!
Hope the furnace man gets there quickly!

Good luck on the second opinion. It is always good to get another opinion of a vet you trust. Hope he will have some good news.

You will be in my prayers.

[tatsxxx11]

We'll be anxiously awaiting Dr. Robinson's report. I know you'll do whatever is best for the beautiful Murphy girl. Hope you're doing lots of cuddling and snuggling, helping to keep your Mom warm this cold and heatless day/night, Murphy!;) Lots of hugs and kisses to you sweetie!

[Logan]

Thank you, again. I truly believe that we will feel better after getting Dr. R's ideas on the whole situation. I was up with Murphy a great deal of last night, as was Scott (after I woke him :o ). She was just not comfortable. I worried about the temp in the house as it was so cold, but our bedroom was heated with an electric heater, so it wasn't as bad.

Anyway, she is favoring the right ear. You can tell it when she walks, the way she holds her head, etc. We are giving her tons of TLC and waiting anxiously for 4:30 on Monday, so Dr R can check her out completely.

Prayers are appreciated. We're saying our share, for sure!!

Logan

[lizbud]

Logan,

Prayers will continue for Murphy.Maybe some of her discomfort
is due to the cold.(?) I know my bones really ache (arthritis)
when the weather turns very cold. Is Murphy on any antibiotic
or pain medicine in the meantime? Hope she's feeling better
soon & Monday brings better news for her.

[captain]

Prayers for Murphy ...... Dr Robinson will be great I am certain. Great idea to get a 2nd opinion. Keep us posted ...

Prayers for you too .......... get that furnace going!!! Although, pillow time is nice too sometimes :)

[DoggiesAreTheBest]

Logan, Murphy is in my thoughts. I am anxiously awaiting Dr. R's ideas on this.

Hope your house is warmer today!

[Sudilar]

Thinking of Murphy and your family today. Good luck!

[moosmom]

Logan,

I'm so sorry to hear about Murphy. You two are in my thoughts and prayers. I hope everything turns out okay. Big (((((((((((hugs)))))))))))) from me and my furry (and non-furry) group.

[K9karen]

Poor, sweet pumpkin face.......Murphy's cuz and I are sending all our love and prayers...430p today isn't coming fast enough!! Every minute seems like an hour! Gentle soft kisses and slurps from the aged duo who love you all to pieces. I trust Dr R like I trust Dr. Fox so yay for a 2nd opinion.....