Carolk9s Posted April 22, 2005 Share Posted April 22, 2005 My sweet old boy is at the vets today. He was fine Wednesday, then refused to eat his breakfast, refused at lunchtime, refused again at dinner. Has not eaten anything today. I called in sick and took my boy to the vet. He is weak, lethargic, and shaky. His temp is elevated and he is breathing a bit hard. When I picked up his collar this morning, something that normally brings him right to his feet, he made a weak attempt to get up, then settled back in resignation. I literally had to pick him up and steady him to put his harness on. He's been very quiet since Wednesday night. Vet will run full panel bloodwork, urinalysis, tick serology, full xrays. He will also get subcu fluids to hopefully bring his temp down. Vet was very concerned. He also showed a severe lack of response to having a hind foot turned over so it was resting on the knuckle. Just stood there swaying while being supported by vet and assistant. He can barely walk. Vet suspects an infection, more will be known later. I am, quite frankly, a mess. I know he's old and his time is coming but it's unbearable to consider. I managed to stop crying for a few moments to tell the vet as much as I could to try and help pinpoint the problem. I am hoping whatever is wrong is fixable. The vet showed me the estimate and wanted me to understand more might be needed. I told her, do WHATEVER needs to be done, if we can find out what is wrong and make him better, lets do it. I'll know more later or tomorrow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crystal Posted April 22, 2005 Share Posted April 22, 2005 Very sad news, yoiur in my thoughts and prayers. Hope you can find out what is wrong and fix it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
abker17 Posted April 22, 2005 Share Posted April 22, 2005 I'm sorry to hear this Carol. :( Many hugs to you both, I hope Jesse gets well soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
imported_Kat Posted April 22, 2005 Share Posted April 22, 2005 Carol *hugs to you*. Just be with Jesse and let him know that you are there for him. Lots of positive thoughts going across to you all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kendalyn Posted April 22, 2005 Share Posted April 22, 2005 I'm so sorry Carol :( It sounds like your vet is being very through. Keep us updated and give Jesse a hug for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ObedienceGrrl Posted April 22, 2005 Share Posted April 22, 2005 *HUG* I'll be thinking about you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
behle Posted April 22, 2005 Share Posted April 22, 2005 I am so sorry to hear about Jesse. The boys and I are keeping you and Jesse in our thoughts. He's such a grand old fellow... :( Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JackieMaya Posted April 22, 2005 Share Posted April 22, 2005 I thought I replied to this already. I'm very sorry that Jesse is so sick. It sounds like he's in the best of hands. I'm sending down good vibes for Jesse to start feeling better! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MajiesMom Posted April 23, 2005 Share Posted April 23, 2005 Oh Carol I am sorry to hear Jesse is not doing well. Hugs to you and Jesse. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Anonymous Posted April 23, 2005 Share Posted April 23, 2005 oh i'm so sorry to hear what is going on with Jesse.. sending hugs and possitive thoughts your way. please keep us update Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bk_blue Posted April 23, 2005 Share Posted April 23, 2005 Fingers and paws crossed for you all. :angel: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nadooshkinz Posted April 23, 2005 Share Posted April 23, 2005 I'm so sorry to hear about Jesse Carol! Thinking of you, paws fingers toes crossed for good news! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mouseatthebusstop Posted April 23, 2005 Share Posted April 23, 2005 I am sorry too -Lots of possative thoughts comeing your way Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carolk9s Posted April 23, 2005 Author Share Posted April 23, 2005 Thank you all, is it truly uplifting knowing that you all care and send your well wishes to Jesse. He is in the ICU at the vet emergency clinic. The main worry is trying to get his fever down. It was 104.7 when I first took him yesterday morning, has gone up and down between that and 105.5. Hovering right at 105 when I talked to the vet this morning. He is on 3 antibiotics, Amoxicillan, Baytril and I think Flagyl. He vomited twice overnight so the vet is now withholding food to try and stop that. I will be going out to see him shortly and will tell him of the good thoughts and prayers for him. Thank you again! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Horsefeathers! Posted April 24, 2005 Share Posted April 24, 2005 Oh, poor Jesse! :( Sending out well wishes and positive thoughts that Jesse will be ok. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carolk9s Posted April 24, 2005 Author Share Posted April 24, 2005 Yesterday, Jesse was still running a fever of 104.5. Still very quiet, I stretched out on the floor beside him for a while. Still not eating or drinking but he is on continuous IV fluids and antibiotics. I just spoke to the vet a few minutes ago, there IS some improvement. Tiny but hoping he continues. His temp went down to 103 then back up to 103.5. Beats 104.5! As his temp has been over 104.5 since Friday morning, I am thrilled to hear 103.5. He has not vomited since 7pm yesterday. Vet did add an anti nausea med. She's given the go ahead to try and get some food in him. I'll be boiling some chicken tenders within the hour and hope to get him to eat a bit. I will update again later, hoping my boy has turned a corner. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mouseatthebusstop Posted April 24, 2005 Share Posted April 24, 2005 I will still keep you both in my thoughts Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carolk9s Posted April 24, 2005 Author Share Posted April 24, 2005 Jesse is showing some improvement! His temp went down to 103 last night, came back up to 103.5, last check (while I was there) was 103.3. First time his temp has been below 104 since at least Friday morning. No vomiting since 7pm last night. Still no diagnosis, an internal med. specialist is on the chart for tomorrow. I went to see him this morning, as I walked into the icu, he saw me coming. As I opened his gate, he got up! He stood on his own. Shaky, but up. The nurse said OH MY GOD 3 times. Said to her knowledge, that is the first time since he's been there that he got up unassisted. He is of course still very weak, stood for a few minutes than sank into a sit. Unhooked his cath., put his sling on, and took him outside for a pee. He tottered about and peed like a pup. Convinced him he needed to go back inside. He was very tired from his little walk. The nurse brought him a pillow and he stretched out on his blankets to rest. His vet told me this morning it was ok to boil some chicken and offer him a small amount. I took that and the water used to boil the chicken. Offered him the water first, was very interested but did not drink. Offered him a bite of chicken, I have never been so glad to him chomp on my fingers! I only gave him a very small amount of chicken, he also drank some of the broth. The rest was put in their fridge for a bit later. His left side, legs, and back got a nice massage, I will give him another later and be parting the hair more to check for a tick as has been suggested. I keep telling myself he is by far not out of danger yet but I am thrilled at this progress. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gooeydog Posted April 24, 2005 Share Posted April 24, 2005 I don't know how I missed this thread, but most everything I could say already has been, so I'll just wish you and Jesse both good luck that he continues to improve. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JackieMaya Posted April 24, 2005 Share Posted April 24, 2005 I'm so relieved that Jesse is making some improvement! Every little improvement is a huge step! Tell him Jackie, Maya, Pooh Bear and I all are crossing our paws/fingers for him to get better soon! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DogPaddle Posted April 24, 2005 Share Posted April 24, 2005 Keeping you both in my thoughts. Good to hear he is feeling better. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Malamum Posted April 25, 2005 Share Posted April 25, 2005 I'm a bit late in on this one, but glad to hear that Jesse seems to be getting better. Sending lots of positive thoughts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kendalyn Posted April 25, 2005 Share Posted April 25, 2005 I'm so glad to see that he's improving! :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xavierandrea Posted April 25, 2005 Share Posted April 25, 2005 How did I miss this????Carolk9s I am so sorry to hear about Jesse. From what I read is appears that he is getting better, which is great news. Sending you hugs and kisses. Keeping you in my thoughts! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thornbirdskkk Posted April 25, 2005 Share Posted April 25, 2005 :( bEST WISHES TO JESSIE!! My Scrappy is going on 13, yellow lab and I pray everyday that he just passes in his sleep, because I could not bear having to put him down, thank God he is healthy today! He is my first baby and the my other baby Chubbs (brown Lab) is quite attached to him. Chubbs is going on 4. I think will all the taunting and aggreviating he has done to poor Scrappy over the years has kept him young at heart. We will keep Jessie in our prayers... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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