Canine Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia (AIHA & IMHA) - My Angel Raven

Hello, everyone. I just said goodbye to my beautiful baby girl Raven after her long, hard fight with this horrible disease. Thank you all for you advice and support -- this board kept me going through some very rough days. I still can't even imagine what life will be like without her. She was everything to me...my heart, my love, my happiness. For those of you who are fighting, continue the good fight. Raven will be cheering you from heaven. Love to all.

Sharon CT

Sharon & Family I am so deeply sorry to hear of the loss of your beloved pet Raven. Feel comfort in knowing that you did everything you could possible do for her and Raven's earth suit could not be fixed. Raven will be free from any pain now and with you in spirit always. I know the road ahead of you will be a rough one but you will make it through and in time you will remember all the good times you had with Raven in the last 11 years. Again we are so very sorry for your loss. Cheryl & Ginger

Cheryl & Ginger Pineville PA

I'm sorry for your loss. I also feel the incredible pain after losing my Rocco last night. Stay strong.

Glenn NJ

Dear Sharon, I am so sorry to hear about Raven. From reading your previous posts, I know just how hard you tried. Raven is now with my Sunny, and with Rocco and all the others who have lost their battle with this horrible disease. Please take comfort in knowing that Raven no longer hurts and no longer has to take all the meds and is playing and tail wagging in a better place. Sincerely, Leslie

Leslie Oceanside

Dear Sharon, I am devestated for you, it must be just heartbreaking having battled this disease so hard. You are in my thoughts. Love Keri xx

Keri Lynn Wales

Sharon, I am so very sorry to hear about Raven. You were the best mom and Raven knows that as she proudly points out her mom to all her new friends on the Rainbow Bridge. Brandy and all the others are there to help her wait until our work here is done, then there will joyous reunions. Take time to grieve and gradually the good times will be remembered with bittersweet tears to replace the gut-wrenching painful ones. God Bless sharon and angel Brandy

sharon pa

Sharon, I am sorry your Raven had to leave you. It is one of the most painful things to lose to this awful disease. Raven has joined up with a great bunch of dogs from this board at the bridge and will play there until you meet again. Penny

Penny Lytle Creek Calif

Sharon -- I was sorry to learn the news that Raven lost her battle against IMHA. The two of you fought so hard. Please take comfort knowing that you did all that you could to help her fight, but it wasn't meant to be. I know your memories of your wonderful life together will comfort you. The grief of losing a beloved dog to this disease is intense, but your memories will help you in time. Please let us know how you are doing. This forum was, and continues to be, a great source of comfort to me, 3 1/2 years after I lost my dear Wiley to IMHA.

Brenda VA

Thanks so much to everyone here for your kind and reassuring words. I've been popping back here for the past 24 hours since my fur baby passed. I sent this note out this morning to my friends, so wanted to include you into my message as well -- copying below. **************** Yesterday, I lost my beloved Raven (also known as Ravey, Poodle Puddle, Mellon Head, Pumpkin, the Princess, Platypus and Beautiful Girl). She fought a courageous battle with a nasty disease called Immune Mediated Hemolyctic Anemia (IMHA) for the past 6 weeks, and today we said goodbye to the pain, the drugs and all hope. She died peacefully with me whispering in her ear how much I loved her and what a good girl she was. She leaves love in her wake. And critical lessons about how to give that love. She had spunk, but was always gentle, especially with babies and children. She was finicky with nose kisses -- only for the most important occassions. She was a talker. And so beautiful. She got me through my father's death, reminded me of the importance of walks and treats, and in her last days, showed everyone what courage and trust looks like. I apologize to all of you for this group e-mail, but I'm not yet up to talking about it. But as I mourn her loss, I'm so grateful to have all of you in my life. Raven's departure reminds me of the importance of friends, family and supportive colleagues. So, in honor of her, I ask you to reach out to someone you love today to tell them how grateful you are for having them in your life. And, if they're very special, please give them a nose kiss from Raven. Love to you all, Sharon PS: I'm also planning to donate to this fund which is dedicated to funding research into IMHA: http://www.morrisanimalfoundation.org/special-campaigns/meishas-hope/. I can only hope this horrible disease will have a cause so that the dogs and their owners don't have to suffer anymore.

Sharon CT

Sharon, Please accept my deepset sympathies on the loss of your dear Raven. I truly undestand the pain you are feeling at this time. Today is the 7 year anniversary of the death of my most beloved Meisha. I was in such shock for the first month after her death that I could not even shed a tear. When the tears finally did come on Christmas Eve, 2001, I thought they would never end. But they did subside and it was then we met with Morris Animal Foundation and established the Meisha's Hope AIHA/IMHA Fund #338 at MAF to which you made reference in your post. Thank your for your intention to donate to the Meisha's Hope Fund. I am convinced that together we will find answers to the many questions that surround AIHA/IMHA. If you have not already read the Loss & Grief page at the Meisha's Hope Web site: http://www.cloudnet.com/~jdickson/loss.htm please do so when you feel up to it. It contains many resources which will be very helpful to you during these most difficult days. Be assured you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Joanne MN

Oh Sharon... I was away for a few days. So hard to see this news about Raven. My heart goes out to you. You were lucky to have her in your life and vice versa. We will have a party up on the bridge, I swear. I hope that makes you laugh and cry. We will all meet and all of our furries will be well and up to their old tricks. Please take care of yourself. Raven would want that after all you did for her.

Cynthia Grosse Pte

I too was away, and am devastated to hear this news. I just returned from a weekend volunteering with the Best Friends Animal sanctuary, one of the most inspiring, amazing, and uplifting places I've ever been. We visited Angels Rest, where many beautiful furbabies have crossed the bridge, and been 'tucked in' for eternal peace overlooking a breathtaking canyon. I said a prayer for all of the dogs who have been fighting IMHA, those that are still fighting, and those who have crossed over. You will be in my thoughts Sharon, melissa and tiggs

melissa slc

I am so sorry for your loss of Raven, you have found a wonderful place here for comfort that most from the outside dont understand. raven will always be in the special place in your heart take caare and ((hugs)) Laurie

Laurie CA

Sharon, I'm thinking of you and praying that you'll get through this. I know you must miss your baby girl so very much. There are really no words that can lessen your grief, but I hope you'll find some comfort knowing that we care and are hear to listen whenever you want to talk about Raven. Thank you for your wonderful message to be ever mindful of those we love. Take care, Karen

Karen NC

Sharon, I'm so sorry to hear that you lost Raven. I'll be thinking of you, knowing how you're feeling right now. Hang in there, and long distance hugs from me and my puppies. Elizabeth

Elizabeth Baltimore

Sharon, I am so grieved to hear about Raven. I had hoped this would not happen. You were so dedicated to finding the right path to help her. Your love and commitment to her were the things that she understood. I deeply admire your courage and love for Raven. Please accept my deepest sympathy. patrice

Patrice NYS

I am soooo sorry to hear of your loss. No one can put into words your feelings at the moment. (I have been there with the same horrible disease)

sue k PA

Oh Sharon...I am so very sorry to hear of Raven's passing. You are such a great fur-mom. I know the pain was just so awful for me when Lola left. I needed to come here a lot to be with those who understand. We all send hugs your way.

Courtney SLO

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