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Canine Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia (AIHA & IMHA) - I am getting the 3 legged dog, LOL!
| OKAAAAY, last night I was really down, crying, angry and I started asking God, why did You take Jack? He was so perfect, so wonderful, so beautiful, why, why, why? My heart is so broken! Then this thought came to me. Jack had fulfilled his "Forever Dog" purpose with me. He HAD to leave me so I could take in this 3 legged pup no one wants. And the fact that I met her while Jack's body was still there. It's like they were together..... I know this forum isn't for topics like this so please let me know if I shouldn't discuss this. However, it does my heart good to talk about it. Long story short, I called the vet this AM and told her I wanted the dog BUT they would have to pay for her to get spayed, shots, etc. AND I reserved the right to return the dog after a month if she proved to hyper for me and too much for me to handle. She agreed and I'm getting her this afternoon. I need to puppy proof my house once again and clean up Jack's old crate and get it upstairs in my bedroom. The vet said they call her Myia guess that's how it's spelled. Don't know if I'll change her name or not. I want to see what name she best responds to. Yep, I'm definitely crackers, LOL. Think I'll write a book about all this. Thanks Guys for letting me share. I guess it is true, when one door closes, another opens. Mary |
| Mary Wright Gainesville |
| Mary, I am sooooo exited for you!!! You are so right, Jack was a perfect dog and his job here was done. Your new girl will be perfect in her own way. How old is she? Is she missing a front or a back leg? I know a couple o dogs missing legs or a foot and it is amazing how easy they adapt and are just happy to be loved. I even know a dog missing a foot doing Agility! I know that this dog will help you to heal. Nice of the vet to "throw in" the cost of having her spayed. Of course you can come here and discuss non AIHA issues and tell us how things are going for you! Maybe just be clear in the title, so people know. I am pretty sure nobody will mind, I certainly want to know how things are going with you and your pup! Best wishes, Brigitte |
| Brigitte BC Canada |
| Oh yay...a new pup. YOU ARE NOT ALLOWED TO TALK ABOUT THIS HERE! ...UNLESS....we all get to see pics! hehehe J/K I think a new pup is a wonderfull idea. It will likely help with the healing process in more ways than not! This is such a nice thing you are doing for a dog in need. KUDOS to you. ...did I mention pics??? Johnny Tessy & Sadie |
| Johnny |
| Mary, We always enjoy hearing good news! Hopefully your new little girl will help ease some of the pain of losing Jack. It is wonderful that you are willing to adopt the "unwanted" I hope it all works out. If I were closer I would probably have taken her myself. :) Penny |
| Penny Lytle Creek Calif |
| Mary, Good for you for deciding to take Myia. I am sure she will be wonderful. My neighbor 3 doors down has a 3 legged dog and he is a WONDERFUL dog. His mom says that he doesn't even know he only has 3 legs. When life hands us a set back and we are bowed down with grief that is the time to pull our selves up by our boot straps and do something for someone else, be they human or another speicies. Keep us posted on how things go. And please do upload some pics and post the URL Of those pics here. |
| Joanne MN |
| Oh, Mary, I'm sure you will bless each other. And I agree, you keep us posted on the adventures of Mary & Myia. Blessings, Cindi |
| Cindi & Tori PCB |
| That is wonderful news!!! You will make a huge difference in this dog's life and I think Jack would approve. Please keep us updated Cheryl & Ginger |
| Cheryl & Ginger Pineville Pa |
| dear Mary, I am so sorry to hear that you lost Jack. You fought so hard with him, and did everything you could. What a kind heart you have with your new girl Molly. I am so glad she is helping ease the pain of losing Jack. I look forward to seeing photos. Our deepest sympathies on your loss, Sam and Millie. |
| Samantha Geelong australia |
This thread was discussed between 16/08/2010 and 17/08/2010
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