Seven years ago, Kia saved me

I've been down a lot lately, and was cleaning in the back room when I stumbled upon photos taken from my abdominal surgery, seven years ago.

We've got a lot of new members since then, so I thought I'd share our story...

Four months after adopting Kia, in late October, I was resting in bed when she quietly approached me. She placed her nose into my right side, sniffed a little, then gently and slowly pressed in. When I hissed in pain, she backed off and repeated the process twice.

In amazement, I called my doctor who scheduled a laparoscopy.

Turns out I had endometriosis and the scar tissue was wrapped around my appendix and as the doctors later told me it was "not in very good condition" and it was a blessing that it was caught in time. The appendix was removed (as was most of the scar tissue).

Can't imagine what would of happened had it ruptured.

I'm very grateful to Kia for that nose of hers. :love:

I still experience pain from the endometriosis, but it's not as bad as it used to be. Through all the ups and downs, Kia's been by my side.

I couldn't ask for a more wonderful companion even when she's pushing my buttons. ;) :D

http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y16...pic_resize.jpg

admirable nose you´ve got Kia!!... and just in time she went home with you...

I love that pic of her soo much!! ;)

Wow, that is amazing!!! I love stories like this and to hear it from one of our own PTers, so cool!!!

That's an awesome picture of Kia! :D :D

That brought tears to my eyes I have never heard your story.

Animals are so perceptive, it really is amazing!

Glad she knew to get your attention and that you got to the doctor in time!

Kia may be devil-dog sometimes, but we know how special she is. Happy anniversary of that day, both of you!

Thanks guys. :) Can't take credit for the photo. Kay Ann (kamfr) snapped that at a Findlay meet up. :D It's one of my favorite photos of her. :love:

I never knew that (and I am not a Newbie)

Sorry you are down ....... {{{{{{hugs}}}}}} across the miles to you.

Never read your story before. Glad you posted it again...this is just awesome. That dog was a real miracle for you.

(((((Huggles)))))

I've never heard your story before, I've always known Kia was special! ;)

WOW! What a story! (and beautiful fur kid!)

:love: Amazing story! I have never heard this story before, also. :) Dogs are so great.

Awesome! What a good girl Kia :D Give here a *HUG* from me!

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Originally Posted by ramanth

I'm very grateful to Kia for that nose of hers. :love:

Through all the ups and downs, Kia's been by my side.

I couldn't ask for a more wonderful companion,
even when she's pushing my buttons. ;) :D

http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y16...pic_resize.jpg

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Kia ~ "Pushin your Buttons" ??

Oh, say it isn't so! :p

< snikker >
:D

Don't think I've ever seen that picture of Kia, but I love it.:) Yes, I think
dogs( & cats) are really angels with fur.:)

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Originally Posted by captain

I never knew that (and I am not a Newbie)

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neither did I!! What an amazing story!! Big hug for Kia:love:!!

Kia girl, you are so smart! :D

I'm glad that you are OK now, Kimmy. Kia is definately an angel.

A very heartwarming story. Kia sounds like the best of companions. Bless her. :)

I never knew that story, Kimmy. But I knew Kia was special the moment I met her! We miss seeing you two. (((hugs)))

I will never forget that story. What a wonderful companion she has been to you, Kimmy. I hope that just remembering this has lifted your spirits. :)

Logan

That is a sweet and wonderful story and belongs in a "Chicken Soup" for the soul collection:) I am glad that you shared it here - it sure gave me a big smile this morning:love::D.

Thanks and you're welcome. :) Kia sends licks and tail wags. :love: