Canine Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia (AIHA & IMHA) - R.I.P Milo

I wanted to thank you all very much for your support/advice and help. I spoke to the vet last night going over EVERYTHING (Every medication,test,hemopet.org) and basically he told me that we are fighting a losing battle with milo. He said he does not see Milo pulling through this and no amount of money will make it happen. I even emailed veternarians, called places for help and contacted DR.Dodds. Dr.Dodds even informed me that Milo is very ill and would not pull through. We kept Milo home with us last night.. Praying for a miracle. He ate for us, was running after my son, barking at people walking through the area. We thought "Hey maybe he will be ok" I guess we were trying really hard to believe he would get better. We laid on the floor, bed, couch with Milo all night long just holding him and letting him know how much we love him. He ended up vomiting last night (everything he ate) He was still pooping straight blood and his eyes were filled more and more with blood. This morning at 10:30 AM Milo went to Heaven. I could not be there to see him go. I told my husband that I did not want to know when he was taking him. I could not be there to see him go. Hubby said Milo looked at him and sighed as if he was happy he was finally letting him go. He said it made him feel a little better about that. I will pray for all of you and hope that your dogs can pull through this. This is a AWFUL Disease that I wish never existed. Lots of hugs and prayers are going your way. You are all amazing people!!! I was thinking.. Milo had 2 donors.. Benny and Bandit! I wonder if they would let me send their familes a card as a thank you for helping us? Or are they anonomyous?? Does anyone know? Thanks very much! Robin

Robin new windsor

I also want to add that the vet told us that Milo's platelet count was under 5000 and it's suppoed to be way over 175k? She said they have never seen a dogs count so low. I am just trying to tell myself that everyone is right and their was nothing more that could be done. I keep feeling as If we should have kept trying even though they had no hope for him. I did not want this to be the outcome. I miss him sooo much. How could thing's like this happen!?

Robin new windsor

I am so sorry that Milo lost his battle. Know that he is not suffering now and meeting the other dogs we've read about. Know also that you did everything you could. There is always the "if only" feeling. I remember it when we lost Freddy to cancer. The truth is, if there was something you could do and you knew about it, you did it. I pray that you and your family get through the grief. It helped for us to have a memorial area in the woods so that we could say hi to Freddy every time we walked past. Go through your pictures and laugh and remember the joy that Milo brought you. Sending a card would be meaningful. Maybe you could give it to the vet to send on if they don't wish their address to be known, or a letter to your local paper. I wish you peace.

Mary Indiana

Robin, My sympathy to you and your family. You fought the fight the best you could - filled with love and desire to return Milo to health. Your Milo now romps with Molson (my cocker who had to be put down on 3/25/08)and all the other dogs taken by the disease of IMHA on the other side of the Rainbow Bridge in fields of daisies and sunshine. Know of my thoughts and prayers for your and your family during this traumatic and tragic times. Ann Marie

Ann Marie FL

Robin, I'm sorry to hear about Milo. Hopefully soon we will be able to do something about eliminating this horrible disease. My family will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. Steve

Steve VA

Robin, I am so so sorry to hear about Milo. It is just heart wrenching to watch the toll this disease can take, but you should at least take comfort in knowing that you did all you could do and that Milo is no longer suffering. I will keep you and your family in my prayers and thoughts. jeanne

Jeanne TX

Robin, It breaks my heart to read about Milo. I will pray for you and your family. It's so very hard to say goodbye to our wonderful dogs. I've done it twice before. I was fotunate in the fact that they both died of old age and never suffered, but it's still so difficult. I know Milo knew how much you loved him and that you would have done anything to keep him with you. Take care. Sue

Sue Moorpark

Robin and Family, I am terribly saddened to read that you had to let Milo go to the bridge. I think we all believe our dogs let us know when it is time to say goodbye. Please don't beat yourself up on what ifs, It is a natural part of this fight but there are no real answers there any more than there are answers as to why are our dogs stricken in the first place. I hope in the coming days you will be able to smile at the memories of the good times with Milo and let these awful times fade. I believe you will see Milo again healthy and happy and full of the love he showed you on earth. Penny

Penny Lytle Creek Calif

Robin -- just checked in and read about Milo and your sad posting that he has passed over the Bridge. It is so sad to hear of another beloved dog who has died because of this disease, and I pray that someday we will have a cure, because it is so hard to lose a dog to this disease. I hope your memories of Milo comfort you as you grieve -- in time you will be able to smile more than cry, although you'll always have some sadness. That's just the way it is. Milo is now with so many other dogs who have known this horrible disease -- Meisha, Tabitha, Salome, Bronwyn, Tasha, Buddy, my dear Wiley, and the list goes on. You also must accept that you did all that you could for him, but it was not meant to be. You gave him a wonderful life filled with love, and when it was time, you let him go. Please take care and let us know how you are doing.

Brenda VA

Dear sweet Milo, please say hi to Stormie from her Mommy! I am so very sorry Milo could not fight this...it is an awful disease...never had heard of it until Stormie was fine one day and sick the next. No one would believe me that something was VERY wrong...I knew..I could see it in her eyes. You fought hard for Milo and he knows it and loves you for it. Please take care of yourself...and allow yourself all the time you need to grieve. Mrs. Gates

Mrs. Gates Michigan

Robin and family. I'm so sorry to hear of your loss, my thoughts are with you all. Our Trixie was put to rest on 24/04/08- I know as we all know, what you are going through. Milo is now at peace, you did all what you could do and loved him enough to set him free. Tricia

Tricia UK

Robin, I am so very sorry to hear of the loss of your most beloved Milo. Please accept my very deepest sympathies on your loss. When you feel up to it, you might want to visit the Loss & Grief page at the Meisha's Hope AIHA/IMHA Web site: http://www.cloudnet.com/~jdickson/loss.htm This page was written with input from those who have lost their dogs to AIHA/IMHA and contains a great deaal of information that will be helpful to you during these most difficult days. Once again, please accept my deepest sympathies on your loss and know you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Joanne MN

I am so sorry to hear about Milo. I will continue to remember you all in my prayers and light a candle on teh gratefulness site.

Betty Dallas

Robin, I am so very sorry to read that Milo has passed. It is always so difficult when our loved ones leave. Please don't second guess yourself (easier to say than do). You loved Milo and did everything you could. My thoughts are with you and your family.

Ronda So Cal

Robin My thoughts and prayers are with you. I lost my beloved Sadie to this horrendous disease on 5/10/08. It is very difficult to not second guess ourselves - but if love and determination could have saved your dear Milo and my beloved Sadie - they would be here. They know we loved them and did all we could - take care Sherie

Sherie NY

Robin, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time. Just no that Milo is at Rainbow Bridge and in no pain. He knows all the love you gave him and holding him during the night was something that he will always treasure. Please take care, Linda

Linda Sapphire

Oh, Robin, I'm so sorry to hear about Milo. I'll be thinking of you and your family. How old is your son? Ours was 4 1/2 when we lost Bronwyn, and he took it hard - still does, sometimes. I hope your little guy's OK. Hugs - and know that you did everything that you could for Milo. He was well loved. Elizabeth

Elizabeth Baltimore

Oh No... :( Rest in Peace Milo, I am thinking of you Robin

Josh california

Robin and family, I am so very sorry to hear about Milo. My heart and thoughts are with you and your family. He will know that you loved him and that you fought for him and did everything you could for him. I lost my beloved cocker spaniel Tucker to this horrible disease on 7th June 2007 and know what your going through. You will never forget him and he will stay in your heart forever. He is at the Rainbow Bridge now and has no more pain now and will have met with my Tucker and many other dogs who will look after him for you. Sending my love to you and your family. Sue.

Sue UK

Please accept our deepest condolences in the loss of your beloved Milo. It was nice that Milo was able to come with you and be able to run and play even if just for a short time. Remember Milo is now pain free and can run and play on the other side of the rainbow bridge for a longer time and I am sure he was greeted with the many dogs that have passed before him of this terrible disease. God Speed Milo. We feel your pain and grieve with you, Cheryl and Ginger

Cheryl & Ginger Pineville PA

I'm so sorry you lost your baby. We almost lost ours...but she seems like she can win the battle. Your post brought tears in my eyes. However, Milo is now at a peaceful, better place. Hope that comforts you little bit. I'll have your family and Milo in my prayers.

Ellen Rockville

Oh, no, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Milo is free now - free of pain, healthy and happy and waiting for you with all his love. Always remember the joy, Christine and Kent

Christiine FL

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