Gypsy's test results are not good

Dawn I am so sorry that Gyspy isn't doing well. I know you will make the right decision for her with her best interests in mind. (((Hugs)))
 
Dawn, I'm so sorry the tests didn't show more positive results for Gypsy. You know we are here to support you no matter what decision you have to make. I'm confident you will do what's best for Gypsy.

Enjoy every moment you have with your little girl.
 
BarbV said:
It's a little bit like the AA Serenity prayer:

God grant me the serenity
to accept the things I cannot change;
courage to change the things I can;
and wisdom to know the difference.

I could not change either of their deaths, but I could change how I dealt with it going forward.

The one thing that this prayer does not speak to is how to find the strength to carry on. For that, you have to dive deep into yourself. And you have to determine that those deaths are not your death. You still have a life to carry on for yourself and others still with you. And you have to reconfirm that you are yourself; and not defined by others. Their death, does not mean a death of yourself. You still carry on and you have others still to carry on with and for. For me, it was my son.

Ok, sorry, I'm way off topic here. But I hope this helps you a little....
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Very insightful, inspiring words Barb.

Life is just so unfair some times, I don't for the life of me understand why it seems that the people with the biggest hearts suffer the most.

Dawn, 'I'm so sorry,' just doesn't even cover it. If there was something I could do to help you and Gypsy or easy your pain I'd gladly do it. If there is anything I can do to help please don't hesitate to let me know.

You and Gypsy are ALWAYS in my thoughts and prayers.
 
Life

Dawn, having myself lost two shelties way too young, and with Seamus so sick I can guess what you are going through.

I try to remember that when we surround ourselves with living things then one day we are going to lose them, but what is the alternative? My answer is there is not any alternative. A day without sheltie love would be pretty tough and inconsequential indeed.

Good people feel the pain more because their hearts are bigger than average, sheltie lovers hearts are twice that size cause sheltie love nestles in and stays there.

Good luck Dawn with Gypsy, I have so many prayers for you and yours and miracles happen.

Best,
Kate
 
I know that you or your vet will never make any decision based on numbers.

If I did that, Bacca would already be on his way to the bridge.

What you do, is keep track of Gypsy's quality of life. Despite the numbers, if she seems to be thriving - eating, normal poos, reasonable activity levels, then you do nothing. It's only if the daily activity goes downhill that you need to reassess.

One thing I'm finding is that liver, kidney and thyroid disorders are relatively common in our Shelties, and they mostly lie dormant until they get to their elder years.

You might still have years with Gypsy, but it will be up to you to decide when her quality of life is not longer there.

Hugs to you! I share your pain!
 
I can't even imagine going through this with a dog as young as Gypsy. I did go thru it with my senior girl some years ago. She was just shy of 15 when she passed.

It is an agony to go on this journey. As I told Cheryl about Miko, try to enjoy the heck out of her every day and live in the present. Take each day as it comes and try not to project the future too much. It will more than likely be a different scenario than what you think (in my experience, anyway).

You have been such a cheerful person about other people's lives and dogs even while dealing with Chandler and now Gypsy's illnesses.

Follow your heart, my dear. You'll know what to do.
Hugs to you and Gypsy too.
 
All of you here are amazing. All of your words and support bring tears to my eyes. I really don't know what many of us would do without this forum to get through all the trials and tribulations we go through with our pups. I'm touched by what good friends we all have here. Thanks from the bottom of my heart.
 
Coconut oil perhaps?

Hello Dawn,
I read about Gypsy with concern. I heard Coconut (organic, virgin) oil helps with many things in people and is good for dogs too. If you are doing a lot of bathing, it can moisturize and I read it kills fungus and bacteria on the skin. It helps kidneys in humans. If you research it on the net, it does pages of good stuff. I am using it on my Sarah for a flea-allergy-related skin infection. Too soon to see how it does on her. I am going to start feeding c oil to her to boost her immune system. Just an idea. God bless.
 
I'm so very sorry to hear this Dawn. I think about Gypsy frequently and have been keeping my fingers crossed that she was stabilising. It must be truly devastating to be facing all this so soon after Chandler's passing. I will keep you both in my thoughts and prayers.
 
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