Rachel, I'm so sorry that the good news was followed by the scary sounding lab results. I know how your stomach must have sunk. But with such acute infections, those blood values really do soar quickly. I know the number sounds very scary. But also remember, the normal range does not start with "0" And we have to remember that she has been dealing with a very nasty infection, and everything gets out of wack very quickly with such an acute condition. The good thing is that her fever is subsiding, she seems pretty peppy, and hopefully she can keep some fluids down and perhaps a little food. And Rachel, the blood was drawn stat when you brought her in the first day. Her fever was higher and she was feeling very ill. I'll bet if they did repeat blood work today, they would see her elevated levels dropping. Rachel, we all know that nothing we say right now is going to cheer you up. We all have been where you are. And we all know how understandably numb and totally helpless you are feeling. And especially, how much you must miss her. That's the worst part. But hold onto the thought that she is getting great care from a vet who seems to care a great deal for both you and Hannah, and will take excellent care of her in your absence. The ultrasound will give him a lot more info. Try not to speculate on what the cause might be. It could be any of a number of things. Till, then, try and hang in there. And hang on to us and your family and the sweet Tucker man, and the "collar!" With the prayer and love machines (as Phred would say)
cranked up REAL high, Hannah just has to get better. We all love her, and you, very much. Love, Sandra

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