Canine Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia (AIHA & IMHA) - Brandi is at the bridge

I just wanted to let you all know how much I thank you and appreciate the supports and prayers. The vet called and said Brandi had went into cardiac arrest twice this morning and had to be resusitated so we immediately started that way. We got about half way there and she called again and said Brandi's heart failed again and they weren't able to bring her back. They had her is a peaceful room to where I could say my last goodbye. I stayed with her a long time going back over our 4 years together, sang My Girl to her and just let her know how badly I will miss her forever more and how much she will always mean to me and her impact on my life. I told her about every dog I know that I have had and friends (including cyber friends) who have dogs at the bridge that will be there for her. I kissed her, hug her, got one last deep smell of her sweet body and left the room. I asked the vet's if an autopsy could be done to help research for THEM (not me) in the hopes that they could learn something about this horrifying disease that could possibly answer some questions and help others. She said yes and they would handle all of it and it would be about 2 weeks before I would get her cremains back as I chose to cremate her and place her next to my beloved Cassie. At this moment, I am at peace, but gut wrenching sobs occur at anytime. So with that, I again thank you everyone and I hope that even with this bad news you will have a merry Christmas. With great admiration, gratitude and thankfulness to all of you, Teresa and Brandiwine "Brandi" 2-13-04 to 12-25-08

Teresa OK

Teresa, I am so incredibly sorry. Words cannot even express how sad I am for the loss of Brandi. You gave her so much love and fighting spirit since she was diagnosed, and were an incredible advocate for her. I know that she knows she was loved with all of your heart. Now she is pain and suffering free, running wild with all of the others- no pills, no blood transfusions, just peace and good times. I pray that as time goes on, you too will find peace- I think it's a wonderful gift that you have given consent for Brandi's body to be examined- I hope that they can learn something valuable to share with others fighting our battle. All of our love, melissa and tiggs

melissa slc

Teresa, I am so sorry for your loss. You can find comfort in the fact that you did everything you could for Brandi. You are an inspiration to all of us, and I ask that you continue to comfort and help us with your posts.

Glenn NJ

My heart aches for you Teresa. I just popped on for a minute to check on things .... I am so sorry for your loss of Brandi. I know it's so hard. You have to just cry it out. Try to take it easy. You and Brandi were lucky to have each other!

Cynthia Grosse Pte

I weep as I post this.....dearest Brandi is now with the Lord that created her. She is at peace. SUE

Susie Delaware

I am so deeply sorry for your loss of your beloved Brandi. Please feel comfort in knowing that you did everything you could possibly do and you should not ever have one singe regret. Brandi knew how very much you loved her and Brandi is in a much better place now and her spirit will be with you until you meet again. I know how you feel as I lost my Dad on Wednesday and the sadness just seems to be compounded during the holidays. We are keeping you in our prayers. With tears in our eyes, Cheryl & Ginger

Cheryl & Ginger Pineville PA

Oh Teresa, im so sorry to hear this :( God bless Brandi, will be thinking of you all

Josh California

Teresa, I am so sorry for the loss of your beloved Brandi. I know you were closely bonded with her and I am heartbroken for you. Praying for peace and comfort for you. Love, Amy

amy texas

Teresa: We are so sorry about the loss of your beloved Brandi. I hope you may find some comfort knowing that she is at peace now. We will continue to keep you in our thoughts and prayers. Rita, Mike and Sheba

Rita IA

So sorry at your loss. You did absolutely everything you could for her. You really have been a great inspiration for everyone and I hope you can help other too.

Julie Australia

Teresa, I am so sorry that your sweet girl is gone. As hard as we fight sometimes we just can't save them. Brandi is now free of this lifes atruggles and will watch over you from the bridge. I also had my dog autopsied in the hopes that they could find something useful towards beating this awful disease. It just never seems fair when you fight so hard that you can't beat this. I think these dogs are sent to us because we will love and fight for them no matter what. You were such a good doggy Mom. Penny

Penny Lytle Creek Calif

There really are no words. . .I'm so sorry. I've been thinking about her and I came on tonight to find an update.

Lori USA

I am so sorry for your loss. So very sorry. Mrs. Gates

Mrs. Gates Michicgan

Dear Teresa, I am so sorry to hear about Brandi. The loss is simply unimaginable. I wish comforting memories of Brandi as well the knowledge that you did everything possible and gave her every opportunity. Your girl really did know how much she was loved. Take care, Aden

Aden Jerusalem

Teresa, I am so saddened to hear of the death of your most beloved Brandi. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers today. I will be emailing you in the next couple of days.

Joanne MN

Teresa, I was so saddened to read of Brandi's passing. What a beautiful way to say goodbye -- you are such an inspiration. Please know my thoughts are with you and hopes that good memories will provide comfort in the coming months. Sharon

Sharon CT

Teresa, I'm so sorry for your loss. You did everything you could for Brandi and I'm sure she knew how much you loved her. I hope in time, you'll be able to think of all the good times you had together and that those memories will bring you comfort rather than the immense, hollow sadness that you must be feeling right now. Please take care of yourself. Hugs to you and your family. deb and Duck

Debbie BC Canada

Teresa, I am so sorry for Brandi and you, you did everything for her and remember she is at peace now and will always be there in your heart. Remember Me Remember me when the flowers bloom Early in the Spring Remember me on sunny days to the fun that summer brings Remember me in the fall As you walk through the leaves of gold And in the wintertime remember me in the stories that are told. But most of all, remember Each day right from the start I will be forever near For I will live within your heart. Author unknown Take care Laurie and Wylie

Laurie CA

Teresa, I'm so sadden to hear of Brandi's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time. Be confident she knows how much you love her and did everything you possibly could for you. Kim and Spencer

Kim Ny

Teresa: I am so very sorry for your loss. As I read your email it brought me back to my moment of getting the "phone call" and the grief and emotion that came. I hope that very soon the fond memories will begin to be what you remember first.

Teresa Courtney

Teresa, I'm so sorry to hear about Brandi. You both fought hard and both of you are in our thoughts and prayers. Chris & Alex

Chris Pa

Dear Teresa, I have been following your posts closely and am so saddened to hear that Brandi has lost her fight with this awful disease. It was just the same for me, getting a phone that broke my heart beyond belief. You are in my thoughts. Keri xx

keri lynn wales UK

Our thoughts are with you, so saddened to hear of your loss.

Brian Vermont

Teresa, Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this diffictult time of loosing Brandi. Just know that she is in God's hands now and he will take good care of her at the Bridge. Linda

Linda Sapphire

Teresa: "We who surround ourselves with life even more temporary than our own live within a fragile circle easily and often breached Yet, we would live no other way and we cherish memory as the only certain immortality." -Irving Townsend with deep sympathy and understanding, Jan

Jan PA

Teresa, I am so very sorry for your loss. May God bless you and give you comfort and strength.

Karen NC

Teresa, just knowing how much every post here meant to me when I lost my Brandy, I want to add my deepest condolences as I weep for and with you. The pain is so deep it seems unbearable. May God Bless you and give you moments of peace and gradual healing. You were the best mom. hugs and prayers sharon and angel Brandy

sharon pa

Teresa Im so sorry to read about Brandi. I sit here crying after reading your post. My heart goes out to you. Thinking of you and sending a special hug to you. Lisa

Lisa West Aust

Dear Teresa - I've been away a few days and only just read that your dear Brandi lost her fight against IMHA. The two of you fought so hard -- you were so committed to each other -- but sometimes, it just isn't enough and this damned disease takes another beloved dog from another devastated pet parent. Please know that you did all that you could to save Brandi, and she knew that. She is in a better place now, where she is healthy and joyful. I hope that the many memories of your wonderful life with Brandi will comfort you as you deal with the grief ahead. Our beloved dogs brought us so much joy in our lives, that it is not fair to remember them in sadness or reduce their wonderful lives down to those last dark days. The poem that Laurie posted, Remember Me, is so fitting for how we have to put our losses in perspective -- our beloved dogs are always with us. Please take care and let us know how you are doing. I'll keep you in my thoughts and prayers.

Brenda Va

Each time I hear of another passing I renews the pain that I feel for not only my loss but for all the other out there that have gone thru the same thing. My thoughts are with you in the hopes that it will help.

Sue K PA

Teresa, I am so grieved to hear about Brandi. This is not how it should have turned out. But you did your very best to help her and that is what us mere mortals can do. Please accept my deepest sympathy. patrice

Patrice NYS

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