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  • #151
    Re: My Little Dog

    Sounds like you have a wonderfully understanding vet - something that can make a big difference during difficult times. Happy Poppy is enjoying some chicken soup for now. May you enjoy each day you have together!
    Holli & Decker // diagnosed November 5th, 2011 // Journeyed to the bridge January 26th, 2013, surrounded by his family at home // 9 years old // Levemir insulin // Hypothyroid // C1-C5 cervical spinal lesion // weight 87 lbs // Run with the wind my sweet boy. Run pain free. Holding you close in my heart till we meet again!

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    • #152
      Re: My Little Dog

      Oh I am so sad to read this update. The road we all dread....

      Sometimes I have fought the inevitable so hard that I now feel it sometimes robbed me of being present to them, or certainly made it even that much more anguished. If the time is truly near, I wish you peace and acceptance, which the dogs do so much better then us.

      I have a soft spot for Poppy. Please know you will be in my thoughts.

      Tara
      Tara in honor of Ruby.
      She was a courageous Boston Terrier who marched right on through diabetes, megaesophagus, and EPI until 14.
      Lucky for both of us we found each other. I'd do it all again girly.

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      • #153
        Re: My Little Dog

        I'm so sorry Poppy isn't doing better than she is. Enjoy the days you have with her and give her a scratch for us.
        Mel and Vinny
        Mel: My monster is Vinny! He's a black lab, diagnosed with diabetes June 21, 2013. His birthdate was celebrated the last weekend of May. He left this world on July 27, 2018, he was 12 years old.

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        • #154
          Re: My Little Dog

          Hugs for you and Poppy!
          Maggie - 15 1/2 y/o JRT diagnosed 9/2007, Angel status on 6/20/16. Her mantra was never give up but her body couldn't keep up with her spirit. Someday, baby.......

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          • #155
            Re: My Little Dog

            My prayers for you and Poppy!
            Barb & Abby 12/24/1999-12/31/2013 ~ dx 5/10/2011 ~ Forever in my heart ~

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            • #156
              Re: My Little Dog

              Our thoughts and prayers are with you too, now and in the challenging days ahead.
              Judy (and Sadie) ~ 12 yr. old Lab Mix |Weight: 62 lbs |Diabetes Dx (12/28/2011), Pancreatitis 1/2014 | Diet: 1 1/2c Flint River Ranch Senior Plus Formula with 1/2c Boiled chicken + 1/2c broth|Insulin: Novolin N 25 units 2x daily |Meds: Mirtazapine, Pepcid, Sucralfate, Tylan + B12 capsules | Meter: OneTouch Ultra2| BG Range: 150-404mg

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              • #157
                Re: My Little Dog

                You are all so lovely, I'm welling up while reading your good wishes.

                Saturday was a terrible day - she spent all day in a really deep sleep. We had to go out for a couple of hours and when we arrived home, she wouldn't wake up!! But then she lifted her head.

                The vet was insistent that she eats something - we bought oxtail soup and squirted a little into her mouth - not pleasant. Another vomiting incident followed.

                But then, late on Saturday night, I offered her a small amount of leftover baked salmon (from our dinner). Lo and behold, she ate it, and was looking for more. I gave her about a tablespoon of fish - I didn't want it coming up again - and it didn't.

                Yesterday, each meal has seen her more interested in food. Last night she even had some crushed Hills wd mixed with wet food. Only small meals - a couple of tablespoons of food each time.

                As her appetite has improved, her lethargy has decreased. It's as if a little bit of food has given her the energy to be interested in food again.

                I just spoke to a neighbour who's dog lived to 19 and who used the same vet. He said that for him, they didn't prolong anything, they gently suggested when enough was enough. I want to keep Poppy as long as possible and hope I'm being fair to her - I hope I know when enough is enough.
                Poppy, 12 year old, 11.5 lb terrier x, diagnosed March 9th '12. Caninsulin: 4.5 units AM & PM. Food: 75g Hills w/d, 1/2 tsp benefiber, glucosamine/chondroitin, 1dsp ground boiled turkey breast, 1 inch piece duck jerky twice daily.

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                • #158
                  Re: My Little Dog

                  Hi there,
                  I so hope that Poppy's appetite continues to improve and that she will be back to her old self soon.

                  Originally posted by mags16 View Post
                  I just spoke to a neighbour who's dog lived to 19 and who used the same vet. He said that for him, they didn't prolong anything, they gently suggested when enough was enough. I want to keep Poppy as long as possible and hope I'm being fair to her - I hope I know when enough is enough.
                  I can't tell you how many times I've hoped to know too. With every ER visit, and close calls we've been through the subject always comes up. One of my best friends, who uses the same vet as me for her kitties, has felt the loss of of three of her fur babies (all of whom lived full rich lives). She has let me know we are fortunate to work with a vet who can gently suggest when it's time to let them go. When I talk to her about it, she reminds me of the importance of cherishing each moment we share with them is. I'm confident that in her own way Poppy will let you know when it's time in her own way, and you will have the support of all of us here as well as your vet to help you cope.

                  I most certainly don't mean to be a downer, I just want you know we're all here for you. We'll be keeping you and Poppy in our prayers for continued improvement, and many more moments to share with each other.

                  Sending healing vibes your way,

                  Audrey & Bazzle
                  Bazzle - My sweet German Shepherd Chow Chow boy, born approximately 6/7/2002, adopted 8/7/2002, diagnosed with diabetes 12/28/2012, lived happy and healthy on Novilin 70/30 and Hill's Science Diet WD... Continued his journey into the next life on 5/15/2016. I miss you baby boy; you'll stay in my heart forever.

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                  • #159
                    Re: My Little Dog

                    Sending good thoughts and prayers for Poppy. I hope that she is feeling better everyday.

                    Jake
                    13 years old, diagnosed Sept. 24, 2012
                    At the rainbow bridge, Nov. 12, 2016

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                    • #160
                      Re: My Little Dog

                      thinking of you
                      Jenny: 6/6/2000 - 11/10/2014 She lived with diabetes and cushings for 3 1/2 years. She was one of a kind and we miss her.

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                      • #161
                        Re: My Little Dog

                        Glad you found something Poppy was willing to eat... How is Poppy doing now?

                        Natalie

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                        • #162
                          We said goodbye to Poppy yesterday

                          Just a little message to let you know that we had to make the big decision yesterday to put Poppy to sleep.

                          For most of last year, she was in great health and enjoying life. But in November, she suddenly became very disorientated. The small amount of sight that she had retained went suddenly. She was very lost - in the garden, in the house.

                          Then just before Christmas, she had a seizure and was put on epilepsy medication. By this stage, her diabetes was the least of her problems. For the last few weeks, she was restless, lost, having to be lifted to her food, to her bed, to the garden to relieve herself. She had had enough.

                          So yesterday, we put Poppy to sleep. She died peacefully in my arms, in our sitting room.

                          Thank you to the contributors to these forums for all the advice and support. It was invaluable.

                          Our hearts are broken.
                          Poppy, 12 year old, 11.5 lb terrier x, diagnosed March 9th '12. Caninsulin: 4.5 units AM & PM. Food: 75g Hills w/d, 1/2 tsp benefiber, glucosamine/chondroitin, 1dsp ground boiled turkey breast, 1 inch piece duck jerky twice daily.

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                          • #163
                            Re: We said goodbye to Poppy yesterday

                            I am so sorry for your loss. Run free sweet Poppy.

                            Jake
                            13 years old, diagnosed Sept. 24, 2012
                            At the rainbow bridge, Nov. 12, 2016

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                            • #164
                              Re: We said goodbye to Poppy yesterday

                              yes seizures beginning at an older age does tell you something has dramatically changed

                              you gave it the best effort anyone could do for poppy and she did well . glad you were able to spend that extra time with her
                              Jesse-26 lbs - 16.5 years old ,11 years diabetic, one meal a day homemade and a vitabone snack . 3 shots of Novolin( under the Relion name ) a day . Total insulin for a 24 hour period is 6.5 units of NPH insulin .
                              Jesse earned her wings on 6/21/2021

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                              • #165
                                Re: We said goodbye to Poppy yesterday

                                I'm so sorry
                                Jenny: 6/6/2000 - 11/10/2014 She lived with diabetes and cushings for 3 1/2 years. She was one of a kind and we miss her.

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