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| FebruaryViolet |
Posted - Nov 30 2011 : 08:33:03 AM
Girls, you were so wonderful and kind with your thoughts on Jack's passing last week, so it is with heavy heart that I ask you to send good thoughts to my boy, Finn. On Monday night, he became ill, vomiting and breathing heavy, with extreme dehydration. After drinking water he really rallied and we thought we might be out of the woods. I called the vet and though he checked out in his initial appointment, his bloodwork is not good. His white blood cell count is high, indicating infection, something, and his liver values are registering high, so the doctor is fearful that he has suffered some liver damage, or spleen damage as a result of "who knows" at this point--it's been a very rapid decline, and by last night, I was certain he wouldn't make it to the morning, so I made him comfortable, gave him water from one of Violet's rigged sippy cups and just told him what a good boy he has always been, one of my greatest loves. He was listless and like a rag doll, so imagine my surprise when he was sitting up this morning, tail wagging for a second or two and even went outside to the bathroom on a lead. I called the vet (and was told his blood test results) and they are coming to pick him up for fluids and observation, and will do an ultrasound to figure out "what" we're looking at.
Here is a pic of my boy so that you may see "what I see". Put all your loving farmgirl hearts and thoughts together and send love to make him well, won't you?
There are other not so great things going on for us right now (washer broken, the only car we have died on my way out of the driveway this morning, Jack dying last week, not a whole lot of cash to take care of these things, really..) but my Finn is more important to me than any of it.
***UPDATE***I spoke to the vet last night about 7:30 pm, and she said he is stabilized--on a massive antibiotic and SubQ fluids. Severely dehydrated. The xray shows nothing remarkable save a little arthritis near his hips, but that's concurrent with a 9 year old dog. On the xray, his bladder is almost non-existent due to his extreme dehydration. When I asked her "where" the water was going, since it's not coming out in urine, she said it was going to help fight the severe infection he has. She's not sure "what" the infection is, but it's a bad one. I called this morning at 9:00 and he is still on his fluids and antibiotics; it appears he's eaten all of his food (the first in 3 days) and his demeanor is normal. Tail wagging, no panting, calm and loving, just like my Finn. The tech said he's "not out of the woods yet" but he is doing well for what his body has experienced. They will do another blood test this evening to determine what his vitals are and to see if the white blood cell count and liver panels are within reason.
Ladies, I cannot tell you how much this has frightened me. Losing Jack a little over a week ago and faced with losing Finn this week, well, I'm just undone. I looked at his "corner" where he lays in the kitchen last night, empty and all of the amazing, funny, beautiful memories came to me in such a rush, I felt like someone had kicked me in the stomach and I just cried and cried. I know that one day, he will be gone from me, but I am in no way ready. Thanking you all for your kind words and loving thoughts--I believe in the power of positive thinking."Hey, I've got nothing to do today but smile..."
UPDATE 4 OR 5!!!! Finnigan is being released to come home. Mom and I will pick him up after work, since Justin has to work a double. Bless him, he's been at the doctor since Wednesday. The vet tech I just spoke to said they love him so much, that they just can't believe what an amazing dog he is and that when Dr. Line said he can "go home" they all did high fives and then felt really sad because he's become a favorite, but that he managed to fight this yuck inside him. The Dr. will call me to discuss any potential additional medications, and treatment but he can come home and it's because you girls pulled for him. Thank you so much for your encouragement and good wishes--you also helped me. I was feeling pretty despondent there for a while and your positivity was contagious. Thank you so much, and I will absolutely have mom take a picture of use this evening!!!!!The Only Living Boy in New York, Paul Simon |
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| Amie C. |
Posted - Dec 08 2011 : 05:36:25 AM
I'm so glad he's back to his old self. Your vet sounds like a real prize, and I'm sure they'll enjoy the treat. |
| Red Tractor Girl |
Posted - Dec 08 2011 : 04:15:36 AM
Oh Jonni- This is such wonderful news!! Finn, way to go boy!!!! There is such a wonderful feeling when your four legged pal is back home and greeting you with tail wagging!!! What a relief!! And the best Christmas present ever!
Winnie#3109 |
| FebruaryViolet |
Posted - Dec 07 2011 : 11:43:46 AM
It sure does, Audrey--he gives the best guilt trips ever. There have been times, when life is hectic or whatever, that he will actually turn his back to you in his corner and slump down, let out a big ole sigh and pout. That's all you can call it. My husband said that he, Finn, Rose and Elie had some fish sticks and mac and cheese for lunch (our daughter wouldn't touch it with a 10 foot pole) so I know he's getting spoiled :)
It is REALLY good to have him back. I really love our vet, and they've treated all our pets so well, for so many years now. A good relationship with a vet is hard to find, so I think lunch is definitely called for!
"Hey, I've got nothing to do today but smile..."
The Only Living Boy in New York, Paul Simon |
| acairnsmom |
Posted - Dec 07 2011 : 10:26:46 AM
Yes, that face says "Mommy, don't leave me, stay at home and baby me some more!" So glad he's home and doing well. I think the gift card would be a nice gesture. Sounds like they went over and above for Finn.
Audrey
.jpg) Good boy Hobbs! I love and miss you. |
| jessabelluh |
Posted - Dec 07 2011 : 08:54:57 AM
I am so happy that he's back home with you!!
~jess |
| ClaireSky |
Posted - Dec 07 2011 : 08:40:52 AM
This is wonderful news for you all to have Finn back home! I am so happy for you and your family and for Finn! Congratulations!
Julie
Farmgirl Sister #399
Success is not the key to happiness. Happiness is the key to success. If you love what you are doing, you will be successful. |
| Simply Satisfied |
Posted - Dec 07 2011 : 07:37:58 AM
So very happy for you! What a great Christmas present. Congratulations.
Emily
Farmgirl # 3591 |
| nut4fabric |
Posted - Dec 07 2011 : 07:22:29 AM
What wonderful news, I am so happy for all of you to have him home where he belongs. He is a real cutie.
Hugs, Kathy |
| sherrye |
Posted - Dec 07 2011 : 07:15:25 AM
i bet you are all happy today. so glad the whole thing is over for you now. its always scary when one we love is soooo sick. happy days to finn sherrye
the learn as we go silk purse farm
farm girl #1014
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| wooliespinner |
Posted - Dec 07 2011 : 06:21:47 AM
So glad you have him home. He looks like such a sweetie.Love his sweet face. Will continue to pray from his full recovery.Take care and keep us posted. Hugs.
Linda
Raspberry Run Farm
Nubian Dairy Goats |
| FebruaryViolet |
Posted - Dec 07 2011 : 05:59:39 AM
Hey Girls! This is a pic of Finn I took this morning--
his "worried" look is because I'm getting ready to leave for work, but his demeanor is so much like the old Finn (tail wagging, "tap dancing" with his front paws, play bows) that it's hard to believe he was ever so terribly ill. He takes his meds like a champ (cream cheese is a favorite in our house) and you can tell he's happy to be home. The vet called last night to check in on him, to make sure he was doing "ok" and to let me know he would be out today but back in Thursday, Friday and Saturday if we need him. Very thoughtful.
Thought I would get a little giftcard together and send to Dr. Line and the staff for a lunch on the Lynch's. My Christmas is made complete with Finn back home!
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| acairnsmom |
Posted - Dec 06 2011 : 10:31:55 AM
Oh Jonni, I'm so happy for you! It's time we had good news on this forum. Good job Finn! Now take it easy for a while so you can recooperate and return to your place in the household as guard dog for your hu-Mom and Violet.
Give him lots of love and attention to help in his recovery.
{{{hugs}}}
Audrey
Good boy Hobbs! I love and miss you. |
| Marcy |
Posted - Dec 06 2011 : 10:05:15 AM
Glad he's home. Please keep us posted on how he's doing. Hope he has a speedy recovery.
hugs
Marcy
Farmgirl #170
Since you get more joy out of giving joy to others, you should put a good deal of thought into the happiness that you are able to give...Eleanor Roosevelt
http://marcysworldofcreativity.blogspot.com/
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| sherrye |
Posted - Dec 06 2011 : 08:38:36 AM
yipee yipee happy days at your house. what a relief for sure. jonni you are a fine mama.
the learn as we go silk purse farm
farm girl #1014
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| FebruaryViolet |
Posted - Dec 06 2011 : 07:57:03 AM
Morning girls! I've been standing at the copier for the last 3 hours so I didn't get a chance to hop on and update. During the monsoon last night (that continued to this a.m), we picked Finn up from the Vet. The girls at the office all came out to say "goodbye" and to make sure he had his little green fuzzy "moon" squeak toy and they were very sad to see him go. Said he was the best dog they've seen is such a long time, so that made momma proud, you know :) I think Finn loved getting loads of attention, but he did practically pull me out the door to the car! Once home, I let the dogs sortof "bombard him" to get all their questions and nosiness out of the way, so they would leave him be after a time. He immediately went to inspect his "corner" of the kitchen, and make sure all was in order. He seems really happy, but he is still rather week. He will be on 2 different antibiotics for TWO WEEKS, twice daily. So, still a ways to go.
He did eat (tuna) and he had a chew which he consumed in minutes. After that, he just hung out on the couch with me while he, Violet and I watched Polar Express. Just like a regular night in the Lynch household. I secretly think he was VERY disappointed that Justin came home before I'd gone to bed, because when Jus works late and I head back to bed, Finn absolutely has to come with and sleeps, just like Justin, head on his pillow and growls at every creak of the house, wind or branch moving against the house. My guard dog :)
Thank you girls SO much for everything--every single thought you've had for me, for Finn, is just as good as medicine.
"Hey, I've got nothing to do today but smile..."
The Only Living Boy in New York, Paul Simon |
| sherrye |
Posted - Dec 06 2011 : 07:37:42 AM
me too, hoping you are doing good and so is finn???sherrye
the learn as we go silk purse farm
farm girl #1014
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| kristin sherrill |
Posted - Dec 06 2011 : 07:15:49 AM
Jonni, I hope Finn had a good night at home and is getting better.
Kris
Happiness is simple. |
| nut4fabric |
Posted - Dec 06 2011 : 06:17:18 AM
So happy to hear the good news. Keep us posted on how he's doing.
Hugs, Kathy |
| ClaireSky |
Posted - Dec 05 2011 : 4:20:20 PM
What wonderful news, Jonni! I am so happy that Finn gets to come home tonight.
Julie
Farmgirl Sister #399
Success is not the key to happiness. Happiness is the key to success. If you love what you are doing, you will be successful. |
| Bear5 |
Posted - Dec 05 2011 : 4:13:47 PM
Jonni!!!!
Wonderful news. I am so happy for you and Finn. That kind of news just makes my day. Hugs to both of you.
Marly
"It's only when we truly know and understand that we have a limited time on earth- and that we have no way of knowing when our time is up- that we will begin to live each day to the fullest, as if it was the only one we had." Elisabeth Kurler-Ross |
| jessabelluh |
Posted - Dec 05 2011 : 12:51:31 PM
What a great update!
~jess |
| Alee |
Posted - Dec 05 2011 : 11:22:44 AM
That is fantastic!!!
Alee
Farmgirl Sister #8
www.farmgirlalee.blogspot.com
www.allergyjourneys.blogspot.com
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| Simply Satisfied |
Posted - Dec 05 2011 : 05:45:21 AM
So excited for you today. I hope Finn's night went very well and he can get some TLC at home instead of at the vets for awhile.
Emily
Farmgirl # 3591 |
| Red Tractor Girl |
Posted - Dec 05 2011 : 04:37:09 AM
Yes Finn!!!! You go big boy!! Your Mama needs you. Let us all know when you get back to your home where you can keep a watchful eye on the family from your favorite bed. You gave us all a big scare!!
Winnie #3109 |
| acairnsmom |
Posted - Dec 04 2011 : 6:25:52 PM
I'm ramping up the prayers to make sure Finn gets home tomorrow! I'll be checking this post regularly to make sure "our" boy is home safe and sound. I think we've all adopted Finn!
Audrey
Good boy Hobbs! I love and miss you. |
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