Speckles Needs Prayers!

[slick]

OK, this is nothing but torture. I was told the blood test results would be in early this afternoon. I just called there and now they won't be in until tonight - which means anytime after 6pm as the vet is open until 8pm. **sigh** I just can't wait to get my baby girl back home again where she belongs.

[rg_girlca]

Oh Slick, I am just seeing this now. I just finished reading all the posts and talk about LES.

I am so sorry to hear that your dear Speckles isn't doing too well, but I pray with all my might that with the fluids and medications that you will have her to love for years to come.

What a relief to know that you have such dear friends to help you out.

Sweet kisses to Speckles and major ((((((HUGS)))))) for you.

[Tubby & Peanut's Mom]

After 6:00 pm.....Pacific time?!!?? Does the vet realize that is after 8:00 pm Central time? How am I supposed to wait that long - hrumph!

I say go get her now. The results of the test do not determine whether she comes home or not, just what action needs to be taken once she's home. So go get her now and he can call you later with the results!

Sheesh, doesn't he know we've all been on pins and needles ALL day waiting for these test results?

I'm leaving work now. Will try to check in later once we're settled in the local Wal-Mart parking lot.....

[rosethecopycat]

Praying prayers and singing songs for Speckles.

[jenluckenbach]

After 6:00 pm.....Pacific time?!!?? Does the vet realize that is after 8:00 pm Central time? How am I supposed to wait that long - hrumph!

You think THAT is bad?!?! I have to wait until after 9!! And I'll probably be in bed before any new even gets here.
But I'll be praying the whole time.

[slick]

My baby girl is finally home and I couldn't be happier. She doesn't look good. The vet closes at 8pm and by 7:15 I had not received a phone call so I marched on down there. Here's the scoop.

Her numbers were down but not significantly. She has been on IV fluids to flush out the kidneys and today, because she had not had a BM, she had a kitty enema which worked like a charm. The prognosis is not good....he gives her 2 months at the most. I asked about the stones and he said there really is nothing we can do at this point. I then asked if the stones will eventually cause her pain and he said yes and at that point I should consider putting her to sleep.

I have to give her sub-q fluids (100 CC twice a day) and I was shown how to do it. I had no trouble putting in the needle and she was still for it so I hope that continues. I just have to figure out where I'm going to hang the bag. She is also on 2 other medications, one for the kidneys and one for the infection in her mouth which is getting better.

Now, here's what I'm worried about. She can hardly walk and her hind end is really wobbly and I'm hoping it's because she has been in a cage and not walking around since Tuesday. Right now, she has stumbled into the litterbox had a big pee, then laid down in the LB. After a few minutes, she hopped out took a few steps, then fell down.

Question: how often should I change the needle for the fluids????

For now, she will be spoiled everyday and showered with kisses. Please continue your prayers and good thoughts. Thank you.

♥♥♥

[catnapper]

{{{{HUGS}}}} I am truly sorry to hear this! I know she will be much loved and very spoiled the next few months. Give her a kiss from me.