Canine Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia (AIHA & IMHA) - Cooper's 1st Anniversary

Celebration time !!! Never thought this day would ever come. It has been an unbelievable journey. Our vets have been fantastic throughout. I am very grateful to Dr. Dodds for all her help and especially to this outstanding compassionate and informed board for all the support every inch of the way. Cooper is now a 3 year old Airedale terrier that is full of energy, back to normal weight, and his coat is almost back to full color. He has maintained a PCV of 48 for the last three months and all other vitals are back to normal. He is still on a very low dose (12 1/2 mg) of Azathioprine twice a week for three more weeks just as a precauion. Cooper has been extremely fortunate that his IMHA has been regenerative, that his system was able to handle all of the medications, and that infections were held at bay. This disease takes all of us on an emotional, physical, and financial rollarcoaster ride that requires absolute compliance and dedication and then most of all LUCK. Luck has indeed been on our side and we are eternally grateful and yet feel great sorrow for those that have not been so lucky. Ron & Cooper

Ron Florida

Congrats Ron and Cooper! Doesn't it feel great to reach this milestone. Cookies all around! Johnny & Tessy

Johnny

Ron, It makes me happy to hear that Cooper has made it to this milestone! As you say, luck has a lot to do with it. Your great care has also A LOT to do with it! Congratulations! Best wishes and a big Canadian bear hug for Cooper, Brigitte

Brigitte BC Canada

Hey Ron! Great to hear the WONDERFUL NEWS about Cooper..........this is such a CRUEL and CRAZY disease....it sure warms the heart when another beloved dog beats the odds and gets back to being his plain old fantastic self ( without all the side-effects that accompany the rotten ride of AIHA ). Cody and I wish you both continued good health, happiness, and tons more "Good Luck"!!! Best wishes, Tammy and Cody

Tammy/Cody N.J.

Ron, Congratulations. I am so happy for you and Cooper. Give yourself a well deserved pat on the back. You should be so proud of yourself and Cooper. I admire your resolve and wish you two many happy more times together. A victory against this disease is very heartwarming, especially to those of us who have recently lost our companions. Continue to fight hard. -Darren

Darren CA

Congratulations, Cooper!!! Great to hear more good news!

Leslie Philly

Ron, Congrats to you and Cooper! It is wonderful to read that he is back to the dog you knew before this awful disease raised its ugly head. It must be great to see him looking and acting so healthy. I know that so many times it is hard to believe that if you are able to beat the odds that you still wonder if your dog will ever recover a normal life. Cooper has shown that it can be done and probably given a lot of hope to people still in the fight. Penny

Penny Lytle Creek Calif

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY, COOPER! Henri is celebrating with you! He sends lots of celebatory terrier kisses to you. Keep up the amazing journey. Cheers to you, Ella and Henri

Ella Seattle

Congratulations and Happy Anniversary.

Mardi Northern Calif

Congratulations Ron and Cooper!! This is awesome news and a wonderful milestone! ((hugs)) Jess and smoochies from Keiko and Hushi

Jess BC

Ron -- thanks for sharing the good news. Way to go, Cooper!! Better be lots of hugs, tummy rubs, and cookies to celebrate this one in style.

Brenda VA

Ron & Cooper What a glorious time this must be for you and your family! We celebrate in your joy and wish Cooper continued good health. Congratulations on this awesome milestone. Cheryl & Ginger

Cheryl & Ginger Pinevile Pa

Congratulations Ron and Cooper! It is wonderful to hear this news! Barb and Tootsie

Barb Ohio

Congrats to Ron and Cooper, Happy New Birthday! We are so happy for your success, you are a great team! melissa and tiggs

melissa slc

Congratulations Ron and Cooper! Wonderful news. Wishing continued good health to darling boy Cooper. Sam and Millie.

Samantha Geelong Australia

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