Tuesday Abi Health Update
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I’m just going through the motions here, but I will give you a Tuesday Abi health update. I dropped her off at the vet as usual this morning for an IV and fluids.
I honestly didn’t think she’d make it through the night last night. I lay on the bed with her up against me and just talked to her. She was like a limp dishrag.
Abi refused to eat. She’s lost weight because she hasn’t eaten in days. However, she did drink a bit of water last night, which encouraged me. And she is now urinating.
Oh, I hated to leave her this morning. I told myself last night that if I’m going to lose her, I don’t want her to die with strangers. I want her here with me in her home.
But the choice is to leave her there getting treatment and maybe, hopefully, getting better. Or having her here and most likely facing certain death.
At a time like this, your mind flits around like fireflies in the dark. I cried for an hour or so, then told myself to get myself together for her. Not to upset her when I picked her up.
I just want to bring her home alive. All I want for Mother’s Day is to have my baby back home. I want a few more years because I’m just not ready.
But then, you’re never ready for something like this. Something so final.
The vet didn’t look encouraged yesterday. But he had so many people and pets to deal with, he barely had a chance to rest. And I think he’s well past retirement age.
Vet Tech Killed In Car Accident
Then there’s the sad fact that his young female technician was killed Saturday by a drunk driver. She’d been working with him for five years. And in the blink of an eye, she and her unborn baby were gone.
People keep going. You have to keep going.
You sit in a room with strangers, many with fear in their hearts and hope in their eyes. Trying to focus on going through the motions.
When you dare to love, heartbreak will inevitably follow. Because time is fleeting.
I stopped on the way home this morning to get groceries. Because you have to eat. You have to put fuel in your body to keep going.
I’m hoping for better news today. I’ll keep you updated on Abi’s health.
Oh dear Brenda. You and Abi are in my prayers. My heart aches for you and I have tears in my eyes as I write this. I totally understand your emotions, it is so hard, and makes your heart break to think of not having your little one with you anymore.
Hugs!
Brenda, my heart is with you during these awful days and pray for a rebound for Abi. Is it possible for you to spend part of the day with her–
I’m sure Abi felt your live thru the night. Hoping for the best for your little sweet Abi.
oh dear heart. there are no words. i cried when i read this.
can’t they give her some kind of nourishment through IV?
she must think she’s just in a torture chamber though. oh god.
my heart leaps when i see a post from you. i keep thinking the crisis will pass.
and she’ll be better. and she might. at least she can still pee and drink some.
that has to be a good sign! wrapping her in my virtual love. and you as well.
xo
My heart is broken for you and your sweet baby. I pray God will give you more time with her. And I hope everyone who reads this will pray too. God bless you and God heal Abi. Thank you in Jesus’ name.
Oh Brenda, It is so hard to see them suffer. We always wait anxiously to see them return to their old self filling our days with love and laughter. You and Abi are in my thoughts.
Long time reader, first time commenter… I’ll be keeping Abi in my thoughts and hoping for her recovery. Our furbabies fill such a special place in our hearts, I’m so sorry that you’re going through this. Hugs from southern California ❤
Brenda, I am so very sorry Abi is so ill. I will keep you both in prayer.
I have no words, Brenda, but I do have hope. I am praying this is not Abi’s time to leave. I will keep praying until she is home again, healthy, with you and Charlie..Hugs, Bonnie in WI
I’m sorry Brenda. I hope you get some good news today. Hugs
My heart hurts for you and with you, dear Brenda. I’m wishing very badly that I could give you a warm hug right now. I just lost my beloved kitty in October. During her illness, the pain was unbearable at times. Praying with all my heart for a full recovery for sweet Abi,
Thinking of you…
Gayle
Oh Brenda….my heart hurts so bad for you and Abi. I went through what you are going through last summer with my dog and remember how helpless I felt. Stay strong and lots of love and healing thoughts to Abi from N.C.
So sorry you & Abi are going through this. Everyone is pulling for Abi to have a full recovery. I used to work at a vet & I know how hard it is on people. It’s never easy. Love & hugs to you both.
Logged in to check on your Abi-girl. My heart hurts for you and I am praying!! I could not stop sobbing (every few minutes) when our girl was going through something similar–you’re braver and doing better than me!
Hope this is encouraging, too: Our vet allowed us to come see our girl during the day of her surgery, but before she could come home. Helped us all!
I feel like crying with you. Prayers that Abi will make a good turn around. ❤️??
Still giving fluids? Call and ask how she’s doing and to let you know if she’s doing worse so you can go get her.
This type of situation is never easy and always heartbreaking. Sorry Abi is not feeling well.
I am so sorry and pray that Abi will bounce back. I’m facing that too with our little dog. We have such a short time with them–I wish they would live longer than they do. I’m checking each morning to see how she is doing.
One thing is certain- she’s had a wonderful life with you-
Brenda, I am crying right along with you, praying for sweet Abi to get better. How is it she took such a turn for the worse in just a matter of days, it’s just heartbreaking to think of her in a cage when all you want to do is hold her and comfort her. Praying for you both xoxo
Brenda,
I’m so sorry. I feel your pain and praying that Abi gets better, stronger for a little more time. She feels your love where ever she is. We’ll be waiting for you update.
Pam
I just wanted to let you know that you have another person praying for Abi. I am also one that gets very attached to my pets. We lost our German Shepherd several years ago after many surgeries. It got to the point that they couldn’t do anything else. It is such a hard time to go through when your pets are “your children”.
Brenda my heart hurts for you. Probably most of your followers have been or will be in your position and understand and empathize with your feelings—we all care. You are in my thoughts every day. I pray that you soon have your baby back with you full time.
I’ve been where you are, and it is the hardest time imaginable. You and Abi are in my thoughts and prayers. Praying for little Abi and you. Keep us updated. We all care.
Fingers and toes are crossed that Abi wants to stick around with you for a few more years. Please keep us posted and take care of yourself!
Brenda this puts a knot in my stomach. I ache for you because I know what you’re feeling. I’ve been through this many times and it’s never, ever easy. Our pets are our loved ones, a part of us. I know you love your precious Abi (and she knows it too) with all your heart and soul, you’re a good mama and Abi has felt your tenderness, love and deep caring.
When I see your newsletter in my inbox, I’m always happy to open it, that is until lately. I don’t know you or your little darlings, but please know this, you’re not alone in your pain. There are those of us who hurt right along with you through the miles..
You are right… we are never ready ….. My precious Gracy (my beloved salt&pepper Schnauzer) passed away at the ripe old age of 18… but I still wanted her to stay with me just a little longer…. These precious fur babies fill our lives with so much joy…… Prayers that your precious Abi will be better…… and yes… come back home to you….
Brenda, I am so sorry that you and Abi going through this trying time .I have a wonderful little
Yorkie too. I do not know what I would do if something and I have to happened to him. He is getting older and I have to think about it. Prayers and positive thoughts going out for Abi and for you. Keep us updated.
Making health decisions for one so dependent on you is heart wrenching. I’ve been through it time and again and the responsibility is almost like a physical weight on the heart. My thoughts are with you and little Abi.
I’d want more time. I wouldn’t be ready either.