No more eyes

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10-08-2002, 01:13 PM
mruffruff

No more eyes

My 11 year old dog, Ted E. Bear, has been blind for 2 years. He has diabetes and developed cataracts. Not being educated about cataracts, I let them go while I got him regulated with his insulin. When I finally took him to an opthamologist, it was too late to have his cataracts removed and his sight restored.

This past two weeks his right eye has been inflamed. The opthamologist changed his eye drops to see if that would help. It only got worse.

Today I took Bear to his regular vet. His eye has an ulcer on the cornea. It's very difficult to clear up these ulcers, especially as large and deep as Bear's.

Since he will never be able to see, the vet and I have decided to have his eyes both removed. No more pain, no more drops twice a day, no more worry that he'll bump into something with his eye.

When I questioned the opthamologist about the cost of eye removal, he said he didn't think it would ever come to that, but it would cost about $900 for one and $1200 for two. :eek:

My regular vet will take both eyes out this afternoon for under $300. ($108.60 for one).:D

He might look funny for a while, but we'll both be relieved in the end.

Mary
10-08-2002, 01:18 PM
mruffruff

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10-08-2002, 01:18 PM
Logan

Oh, goodness, Mary. We will certainly keep Bear in our prayers while he has this surgery. He will be more comfortable, and since he hasn't been able to see anyway, he won't know what he's missing. My friend had to have one of her Pekingnese dog's eyes removed. They just closed up the socket and it looks like he has that one eye closed. It was so worth it for Gizmo. I'm hoping it will be for your Bear too. Hug him for us and let us know how it goes.

Logan

Just saw his picture. He is precious. :)
10-08-2002, 01:19 PM
jenluckenbach

I wish Bear well on his recovery.
10-08-2002, 01:21 PM
mruffruff

Thanks, Logan. I think I saw it coming for a while.

He's a real little trooper; I'm sure he'll be fine.

Mary
10-08-2002, 05:21 PM
Sudilar

Oh, poor baby, hope the surgery goes well. You'll still love him even with no eyes. He is precious. Good luck.
10-08-2002, 05:26 PM
tatsxxx11

Oh dear!!! What a brave little boy. We're sending lots of healing love and well wishes for your sweet little Bear. What a precious little guy. Please let us know how he's doing. {{{hugs}}} Sandra, Cody and Star
10-08-2002, 06:39 PM
KYS

We will be thinking of Bear,
for a fast recovery.
Sending many good wishes and thoughts.
10-08-2002, 09:59 PM
turner

Prayers being sent to you and bear! Speedy recovery on the surgery day!
10-08-2002, 10:09 PM
Cinder & Smoke

Dear Ted E. Bear ~

We're sad that you have to go visit the Sir Jury guy ~
But hope the visit will help you to feel better.

Klawz, Pawz, Tailz, an Dad's Finners will be crossed till we hear you're feelin better.
10-09-2002, 08:03 AM
DoggiesAreTheBest

Mary, I am so sorry to hear that Bear is going to have to have surgery. But it seems like he will be more comfortable afterwards and there will be no more pain. He will be in my thoughts. Please let us know how it goes.
10-09-2002, 08:15 AM
ramanth

Best of luck to you Ted E. Bear! :D *hugs*
10-09-2002, 10:09 AM
Albea

Poor little Bear:( I hope the surgery goes well and he recovers quickly. Prayers and possitive thoughts on their way to you both.
10-10-2002, 11:40 AM
mruffruff

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Bear is home!

You'd never know he had surgery. He's getting around just as well as he ever did, doesn't seem to be in any pain and eats well.

I think the doctor cheated herself---I was only charged $210.60 for meds, anesthesia and a blood test. Guess I'm such a steady customer, she gave me a break.;)

He has to take cephalexin for 7 days, twice a day.

Thanks for all the good wishes and prayers. I think they worked!

Mary
10-10-2002, 11:43 AM
DoggiesAreTheBest

So glad to hear that Bear's surgery was successful. And that he is getting around just fine. Give him lots of TLC! That'll definetly speed up the recovery process :D

Hugs and kisses to our sweet lil Bear!
10-10-2002, 11:50 AM
Sudilar

Oh, I am so very happy that he is doing so well!!!!! Hugs to you both!!!!
10-10-2002, 11:59 AM
trisha0503

Glad Bear is doing great after his surgery. It breaks my heart to see his picture w/o his 2 eyes :( .... But as long as he's out of pain, playful and happy , it should be ok.... We'll continue to pray for his speedy recovery..

{{{{HUGGS}}} from me and MISSY:)
10-10-2002, 12:09 PM

oh poor Bear ....! Hope he won't run into anything now , like furniture !
But , if he is feeling good now , that is the most important thing ! Congrats to you for doing so much for your pet !
10-10-2002, 12:45 PM
Logan

Oh, Mary. I'm so glad to hear from you, and know that Ted E. Bear is doing ok now. Bless his sweet heart. All he knows is that he doesn't have pain anymore, and he loves his mama!

Thanks for the update, and "bear" hugs to Bear.

Logan
10-10-2002, 01:34 PM
lizbud

I'm so glad to hear that Ted E. Bear is doing so well after
his surgery. He's still a handsome baby, and now he won't
have the pain in his eyes anymore. Hugs to brave boy Ted. :)
10-10-2002, 07:11 PM
tatsxxx11

Oh, bless your heart sweet Bear!!:) What a brave, brave, boy!! I'm so happy you're doing so well, sweet one. Have your Mommy give you loads and loads of extra hugs and kisses from me and mine:) Love, Sandra, Cody and Star
10-10-2002, 08:28 PM
KYS

Glad Bear's surgery went well and he is not
suffering.
Sending udles of hugs to Bear.
10-10-2002, 08:55 PM
Cookiebaker

Poor Teddy! Even though he looks so sad to look at, I am glad that he isn't suffering anymore. That makes it worth it all. Teddy Bear, I hope you feel much better soon! Thank you for the update!
10-12-2002, 10:17 PM
delidog

Oh Dear Bear...So Glad That All Went Well!!!!!!!!!
i wish you {{{{{{{{BIG HUGS}}}}}}}}}}}}}
and lots of treats.......
GET WELL SOON!!!!
Don't Get Your Stitches Messy!!!!
Please give him an extra hug for me!!!!
10-14-2002, 09:51 AM
ramanth

Glad to hear Teddy is recovering well and not in pain. :)
10-14-2002, 12:44 PM
mruffruff

Bear will have his stitches out on Thursday. He's a happy little guy now that he doesn't hurt. He didn't even mind when the other dogs bumped into him.

There was very little swelling on his face. The vet tech said it was the best job the doctor had ever done.

Thanks for all the hugs and good wishes.

Mary
10-14-2002, 04:02 PM
Sudilar

Glad to hear he feels so good!! Give him a hug from me!!
10-14-2002, 10:17 PM
KYS

That is wonderful news.
I am glad he is doing just fine.
10-14-2002, 11:20 PM
AmberLee

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Originally posted by KYS
That is wonderful news.
I am glad he is doing just fine.

Agreed! Mary, this had to be tough on you emotionally, but it really sounds like you've added immeasurably to Teddy's quality of life. {{{hugs to you both}}}
10-15-2002, 09:50 AM
ellensy

glad to know that Teddy's doing fine even w/o his eyes. his heart will be the eyes for him. :)