Canine Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia (AIHA & IMHA) - Cooper's 2-year Anniversary Feb. 28th

Never in my wildest dreams did I ever believe when we were fighting our way through all the pitfalls of IMHA that someday we would be able to announce that Cooper fought the battle and WON. February 28th,2009 he was diagnosed with IMHA, The first four months were crazy before he started to turn the tide. For the next nine months all medications were gradually reduced to zero. And I am happy to say that March 7th we get the opportunity to celebrate his 1 year anniversary of being completly med free. Absolutely NO trace that he was ever sick at all. This board with all of its unbelievable contributors played a very instrumental part in Cooper's recovery and our entire family will be eternally grateful. Ron & Cooper

Ron L'land

Dear Ron, It shows that you can never give up hope! How wonderful that you can celebrate Cooper's success. I remember us going through desperate times together and our dogs being of similar age. Of course it makes me sad, that Kahlu did not make it. But like I say so often, sometimes it is just not meant to be. Don't get me wrong, I am VERY happy for you! I guess Cooper still had to do some work here while Kahlu was done:) I wish you and your family many more happy and healthy years together! Best wishes, Brigitte & the poodle boys

Brigitte BC Canada

Ron, What wonderful news. I am sure the messages that are posted to celebrate a dog's recovery from this terrible disease must give hope to the ones that are still fighting. I hope you have many many more years with your boy. Hugs to all of you. Penny

Penny Lytle Creek Calif

Ron, That is great...congrats to you and Cooper. This makes me happy...though, like Brigitte, my Macy did not make it...but your victory helps. It really does. I am so very happy for you. -Darren

Darren CA

Terrific news, I remember when Cooper was first diagnosed and I am so HAPPY to read he has made a full recovery:) Good job Cooper you made us proud. Give him a hug from his friends in PA. Cheryl & Ginger

Cheryl & Ginger Pinevile PA

Ron, I am so glad to hear that Cooper continues to do so well. For anyone who has not read Cooper's Success Story you can do so here: http://www.cloudnet.com/~jdickson/archives25.htm Cooper is the October 2010 Success Story at the Meisha's Hope AIHA/IMHA Web site. Keep up the great work, Cooper and Ron. you are both an inspiration to so many!!

Joanne MN

Well done, what a great success!!!! Samantha & Madison

Samantha Perth

Ron, And I never doubted this would happen. Congratulations. my best patrice

Patrice NYS

There's quite a few of us celebrating 2 year marks lately!! A BIG congrats to both you and Cooper! Keep up the good work! Johnny & Tessy

Johnny

Dear Ron, It is good to hear such great news! Cooper is an inspiration for all of us. My Tootsie's 2-year diagnosis anniversary will be in May. Tootsie is doing great but is still on medications but my vet assures me that she will not always be taking the meds. Thank you for sharing this with all of us. Barb and Tootsie

Barb Ohio

Ron, Summer was DX Dec 23.She is doing remarkably well. I thank God when I read posts like yours really gives us hope, and what we need to keep on keeping on! Carrie and Summer

Carrie DFW

Dear Ron & Cooper, Congratulations on reaching the 2 year milestone! You are both an inspiration to those fighting IMHA. Best wishes for continued good health to Cooper, Sam & Millie.

Samantha Geelong Australia

Well done Cooper, I was inspired by your story and glad to say we're only a year behind you but going in the right direction

Sue and Archie Cambs UK

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