Prayers asap Please for ZippyKat

[lbaker]

I wish I could sprout wings and fly to you Tonya. I would hold you and pat your back - wouldn't even mind if you burp I would jump into the Zip-mobile with you and try to convince the pup to come with us. My heart is with you anyway... take care of YOU.

[wolfsoul]

Oh no. Too much happening at the same time. I'm sorry Tonya, I hope that your days get better and I'll be praying your pets will be alright.

[Cataholic]

Tonya, I am so sorry you are experiencing all of this, it is just too much. Way to find that fortitude buried deep inside to continue the hunt for the GP. Hang in there.

[RICHARD]

dang,


Sending you some good thoughts.

[rg_girlca]

Believe me when I say that you didn't fail little Squacky. He obviously had some unforseen illness that you or anyone else could have done anything about. Bless you for trying and doing the best that you could.
Rest in Peace dear Squacky.

Prayers and positive thoughts going out to dear Tinkerbelle.

Prayers and positive thoughts for K'Cee that the little spot on his nose is nothing serious.

I hope and pray that you are able to gain the trust of this poor, dirty, hungry, scared Great Pyranese.

Please take comfort in all the prayers and support from us, to you.

((((((HUGS))))))

[lizbud]

I'm sorry for all you're going through right now Zippy. It seems to me you are long overdue for some better, happier
days. Prayers on the way. {{{HUGS}}} Liz.

[Randi]

Tonya, I'm terribly sorry for what you're going through now, it's all too much!

Lots of hugs!!

[Rachel]

Sounds as if you've had more than your share of STRESS, Zip. I'm am so, so sorry to hear the news about Tinkerbelle. This is a difficult road to walk down and there is no solice to be found on the way. But during the journey, Tinker will know she is being cared for and loved as she was throughout her life. What a lucky kitty she has been in that regard.

You know you did your best Squacky. He had an Earth Angel with him and your good deed will be remembered.

I saw two GP today, waiting patiently in a convertible for their mom to return. Hopefully you will be able to gain the confidence of the one you are tracking. Can you enlist the help of some other Earth Angels in your endeavor? Sounds like it may be a two Angel job.

As for K'Cee, let me report that I had a *can dogs get melanoma* question last week when I pointed out a black spot on Hannah's pink skin that I hadn't noticed before. It was diagnosed as *pigmentation*. I'm thinking K'Cee will get an equally happy report.

Know we are thinking of you and love you. Take comfort in the *love eyes* of Bowser in that picture Phred posted. There is something in those eyes that soothes my soul, even via picture.
(Thanks Phred )

[Cinder & Smoke]

Originally posted by Rachel

... Take comfort in the *love eyes* of Bowser ...

There is something in those eyes that soothes my soul...

Bowser sends a <*wag*> for Zippy ~

[lbaker]

Oh Phred........ you always know just what to do.

[K9soul]

I just can't believe how many beloved PTers are going through such trying and difficult times. Tonya is my prayers.

[NoahsMommy]

My Friend,

I'm so sorry I wasn't here for all this, sweetie. My heart was already very low when reading about Tinkerbell...but aboult fell out when I read about your Squacky! He was doing so well, honey...all because of your love and care, of that I'm positive.

I'm so sorry, honey. If I can do anything, let me know. OK?

Hugs,
Kelly

[slick]

Hey there Sis, I just want you to know that you remain in my daily prayers. You know where I am if you need me.

{{{hugs}}}
slick xo

[wolf_Q]

Oh Tonya, I'm so sorry to hear all of this. All of those things are hard to deal with individually, I can't imagine all of that at once. Big {{hugs}} from me and a kiss from Nebo. I wish the news from the vet about Tinkerbell were better, at least her mother will be there to greet her when the time comes. I know she is a really special part of your family. I'm so sad about Squacky too, I really loved the pics on LJ, what a cutie. Please know that you did everything to care for Squacky, don't blame yourself. I hope everything is ok with K'Cee too and it's just pigmentation....also sending well wishes for the great pyr, poor guy.

If you ever want to talk, I think you have my number...if not I can give it to you

[zippy-kat]

A little background, first:

The clinic we use has 2 vets, Dr. N and Dr. S.
I WORSHIP the ground Dr. N walks on (he once brought Clarice back from death's door).
I REFUSE to use Dr. S due to things that happened with Sophie and K'Cee.



Last wk, the earliest mom could get in was w/ Dr. S; she took it.

Dr. S gave mom the bad news. Tinker's bloodwork showed two SKY HIGH (so high the machine wouldn't even "rate" them) levels of ?? (mom forgot what), which indicated kidney problems. Mom asked how bad Tinker was and Dr. S responded, "Really bad." She also told mom that they all they could do was "give Tink fluids and keep her comfortable." Mom agreed; Dr. S gave Tink a "dose" and then had mom make an appointment for another round on Monday.


Today, when Mom took Tinker in for her fluids, she saw Dr. N.

A vet tech, came out and was making over Tink... mom asked him how often would we need to give her the fluids/how to tell when she needed them. (What she was really fishing for was, "How much should I put her through?") He looked at her kind of funny and said, "these are dialysis treatments - she's not dehydrated."



So, long story short, Tinker goes back everyday this wk for treatments. This will help to flush the toxins out of her body which will begin to make her feel "normal" (increase her appetite, etc). At the end of the treatments (and I don't know if they meant on Friday or Monday), she'll have another blood test to see if the levels of ?? dropped.

If they can get at least one to come down, the problem can be controled thru diet and meds and, "being a siamese/himalayan mix, she should live to 17-20 yrs."

This of course is a BIG *if.*

Dr. N said it there was "a small glimmer of hope" in that she is responsive to her surroundings and to people. Indeed, she has perked up since last wk (her eyes look sooo much better and she's purring/"talking" more) but she's still not grooming herself or eating much (although she did beg for raw hamburger tonight)... nor does she want to be held.

It's a small step forward but I'll take it!
I'm trying NOT to get excited about this but... I can't help it... it's the best news I've had in 2 wks.

Please keep those prayers coming! Thanks so much!!
Zip