K9 Karen and Cody need our prayers

[ramanth]

Thanks so much for the update!!

Hang in there Cody! *HUGS*

[Rachel]

Karen is having trouble logging on to PT from work. This is an update she just sent....

Terrible Saturday night, better Sunday, but ate very little, drank a lot and peed a lot. Gave him medicine at 8 pm so he slept soundly, though I didn't, watching his every move especially after he had a coughing spell.

Did his duty this morning, drank, laid in the foyer for hugs and kisses when I left. I just spoke to my mother and Cody hasn't drank or eaten all day or gone to the bathroom. The vet just called with the results from his urine test and it looks like he's starting to get kidney failure. I know there's nothing I can do, but my heart is breaking seeing him like this, not taking his walks or playing. It's very very sad. Depending on how he is tonight when I get home from work. I'll make the dreaded decision. He doesn't deserve to suffer.

Thanks to everyone for your hopes and prayers. I always hoped this day wouldn't come. It's the worst decision I ever had to make..... K9Karen

[Sudilar]

Rachel, thank you for the update.

Karen, my heart is breaking. I am with you in spirit.
I had hoped that you would be able to fight this, but it doesn't look like this is possible. I am still praying for a miracle. Your pain is being shared by many. Feel the strength and courage we are sending you. Give Cody all my love and take some for yourself and your Mom, too. I hope that there is better news when you get home from work.
{{{{{HUGS}}}}}

[DoggiesAreTheBest]

I am so sorry to hear that Cody is not doing too well. He is in my thoughts, Karen. Hang in there.

[anna_66]

I'm at a loss for words here. Please know that we're thinking about you and are hoping for the best.
Anna

[slick]

You are in our thoughts and prayers. I pray that you have the strength to make the right decision if necessary.

[Albea]

Dear Karen,
I'm so sad for you and Cody, I don't find words to tell you anything that might help, but I found this poem and think it's very beautiful in this time of sorrow.
Alicia

From Friend to Friend

You're giving me a special gift,
So sorrowfully endowed,
And through these last few cherished days,
Your courage makes me proud.

But really, love is knowing
When your best friend is in pain,
And understanding earthly acts
Will only be in vain.

So looking deep into your eyes,
Beyond, into your soul,
I see in you the magic, that will
Once more make me whole.

The strength that you possess,
Is why I look to you today,
To do this thing that must be done,
For it's the only way.

That strength is why I've followed you,
And chose you as my friend,
And why I've loved you all these years...
My partner 'til the end.

Please, understand just what this gift,
You're giving, means to me,
It gives me back the strength I've lost,
And all my dignity.

You take a stand on my behalf,
For that is what friends do.
And know that what you do is right,
For I believe it too.

So one last time, I breathe your scent,
And through your hand I feel,
The courage that's within you,
To now grant me this appeal.

Cut the leash that holds me here,
Dear friend, and let me run,
Once more a strong and steady dog,
My pain and struggle done.

And don't despair my passing,
For I won't be far away,
Forever here, within your heart,
And memory I'll stay.

I'll be there watching over you,
Your ever faithful friend,
And in your memories I'll run,
...a young dog once again.

In Memory of Asta, Feb. 1997
(c) Karen Clouston

[Logan]

I can't say much, Karen, that hasn't already been said. You know that you and Cody are loved........and none of us can be there with you, but when it is time, we are here for you, as we are right now.

Love you.
Logan

[Cinder & Smoke]

Hello, God ~

A Prayer for Karen and Cody...

Dear God,
Please reach down wiffa GodsPawz and hold
Karen and Cody reel tite ~
Till it's tyme to call Cody up to Your Howze.

And when that tyme comes ~
Could You have Cody's GranPaw stand on
the Bridge - to help guide him Home?

And God - Please leave the Lites On,
for Cody...

Thanks God.

/s/ the PrayerPupz

[lovemyshiba]

I really don't have anything to say--just remember we are all here for you, and feel your pain also.
I know you will make the right decision, I'm glad you all got to spend that quality time together this weekend.

[Cincy'sMom]

Know that we are thinking of you and praying for you.

[captain]

Albea - that was beautiful, in tears now ....

Karen, thought and prayers with you now and always.
Be strong, brave Cody boy.

[Karen]

We love you Karen, and Cody boy, too. Just because it's a right decision, doesn't mean it's any easier. But if it's today, just remember that he will live on not only on Dog of the Day's archive pages, and in your heart, but in all of ours as well.

Never was a doggie more loved, nor will there ever be.

[Pam]

Karen so many of us have walked down this road that you are now on and know exactly what you are feeling right now. Your sadness brings these raw feelings back to the surface and the emotion and the grief is horrible. There is no other way to describe it. I know with my dogs all I had to do was look in their eyes and I knew they were at the end of what they could bear. I did it for them, certainly not for me. I pray that God will give you the strength when it is time and Cody will show you. (((Hugs))) to you my special friend.

[K9karen]

I can't believe it! I am beside myself with glee! According to my mom. who satuated him with puppy rubs today and tried to get him to eat/drink, Cody never moved from this AM position. I was beside myself at work, esp; since the vet tech called and said he was in the throes of kidney failure. Be still my heart.... I sat in my car in the driveway tonight, preparing myself for what I would see.... When I opened the door, I was greeted by a happy pupster face, waggy tail, squeaky toy and I totally lost control of my emotions! I'm SO sorry to have frightened everyone to death.... think how I felt with those grim messages... Mom apologizes anad thinks my sweet-potata must have missed me terribly as I stayed home a few days with him. He ate like a normal piggy..his food plus 2 George Foreman grilled thick hamburgers for some protein and strength! And he begged at the table under my feet..1st time in a week... He still looks chunky standing sideways, but when I look over the top, he has a lovely hourglass physique...not that I want him sleek from being sick, but he actually looks good. Guess who's at my feet as I type this? .. Today would have been my dad's b-day so I thanked him profusely for letting me keep Cody at least one more day.... Have no idea what tomorrow may bring, but so far, right now, I feel so blessed.... I desperately need to smother my dear boy with a zillion kisses and hugs... Thank you for all your prayers and poems and support- you are my strength... I love you all so very much....