Some not so good news....

[Nomilynn]

I took Bassett back to the vet this morning. I noticed last night around supper time (my vet was closed) that her breathing had gotten worse. I decided to wait it out and monitor her. I was up until about 2:30am, and her breathing, even when she was sleeping and totally relaxed, was very laboured and rapid. She was also taking deep, shuddery sighs, like she couldn't get enough air. I called the vet when I got up this morning, and took her in. The vet said that her lung sounds were even less prominant than when she was there a couple days ago. They decided to take some fluid out. They just called me, and the tech said that so far, 100cc had come out, and the vet was still in the process of removing more I don't know what the final amount will be. It's scary because Bassett was only there three days ago, and already she's produced this much fluid? The last time she was tapped was the beginning of April, for 45cc. Now, it's twice in one week with over 100cc each time I don't know what this means.. like I don't know if she's getting worse, having a bad spell or what.

Please pray that she can snap out of this fluid producing phase.. and that she won't need anything more for a long time I'll let you know what the vet said after I get back from picking Bassett up.

[PayItForward]

Bassett get well soon.

Hopeing this is a 'phrase' and she improves quickly.

Thinking of you both.

[Russian Blue]

Poor Bassett!!

I'm totally sending "get well" vibes your way. I wish I could do more!

[Felicia's Mom]

I will be praying for both of you.

[ChrisH]

Poor Bassett

Sending prayers that this is the end of a bad phase and that she improves quickly.

Hugs for you both
Chris

[Nomilynn]

We just got home. They took another 145cc off again.. the 160 they took off the other day was the most fluid she's ever had taken off at once. Then today, it was still more than the first time I ever took her in. She produced a LOT of fluid in a very short period of time. The vet's exact words were, "I'm really quite worried" Basically, the vet said that if Bassett continiues to produce that much fluid that quickly, my only other option is surgery. I've already decided that should it come to that, I will try the surgery. After talking to the vet today, she confirmed that she felt it was the best route. Basically, if I DON'T do the surgery and Bassett is producing fluid this fast, she won't make it. Her lungs would develop scar tissue and her infection risks for being poked so much would be too high. If I DO do the surgery, she has that much more of a chance to make it. If the surgery doesn't work, then at least I did everything I could for her and she had every chance in the world to make her better I'm praying really hard it won't come to that. I can't believe it's only been since January that this problem has been going on.

Please keep Bassett in your prayers. She really needs them

[Karen]

Oh dearie, Bassett, that's not good at all. If it comes to it, Sir Jury ain't as bad as the doggies tell you he is ...

But if you try real hard and get better, maybe you won't have to visit him after all ...

You'll both be in our prayers.

[kimlovescats]

Oh, I am praying for good things for Bassett. I know you are very worried, and I just hope and pray that God will show you the right route to take with this decision!

[Steffi N]

Dear Bassett, I am sorry to hear that you may need surgery. Please keep us posted, Naomi. Many prayers, good wishes, and comforting thoughts are coming your way. I know you care so much about Bassett and that you will make the right decision.

[Cataholic]

Dearest Bassett,
So soon again? Please let this just be a bad phase, and no more liquids!!! I am praying for you both.
{{{{HUGS}}}}}

[Miss Meow]

Oh no, Naomi, that's not good. We'll be sending positive vibes to your little girl and hoping she picks up. {{hugs}}

[PaysForIt]

Our thoughts are with you.

[krazyaboutkatz]

Naomi, I'm so sorry to hear this. Prayers are on the way for both of you. Please get better Bassett so you don't need surgery. Please keep us updated. {{{HUGS}}}

[moosmom]

Naomi,

I'm SO sorry to hear about Bassett's problem. I hope they can help her. You guys have been through SO much lately!! You'll be in my thoughts and prayers. Please keep us posted.

[I Love Brian, Forever <3]

Your little baby will be in my prayers. I hope all goes well.