Prayers for Brandy

[Dee4j]

poor Brandy I was thinking about her this morning, yesterday was a hectic day and I hadn't checked the boards. sending prayers and Hugs to you both

as far as the liver thing..did you tell the vet she was around the Fish squad at Pismo??? :eyecrazy:   :J

[SURFcampers]

Dear Laura,

We were just informed of Brandy's illness....Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and her.  Hang in there! Sending positive vibes your way!!

Kevin and Todd

[Azusateach]

Thanks for your prayers, friends.  

She's still at the vet -- frankly, I don't expect her home before Friday.  She had an okay night last night -- threw up once (a big improvement over every 6 hrs.) and actually pooped this morning (a first since Friday a.m.).  They gave her 3 meatball-sized hunks of special dog food & she's kept them down all day (hasn't had a real meal since Thursday night), so I count that as a small victory.

I didn't get to talk with the vet today.  Grrrr ... BUT her primary vet will be in tomorrow & I expect her to call (probably during math or some other equally inopportune moment) & I can ask her lots of big questions.  

I want to know why she got so sick, what their game plan is, how to prevent it in the future, whether her liver is permanently damaged, and if she's going to be on a special diet the rest of her life.  And if I think a bit more I'll probably have another 15-20 questions.

Thanks for your support.  I'm planning on BOTH of us showing for Temecula, even if she has to wear a protective mask or something to keep her from eating stuff she's not supposed to eat.

Sure is quiet around the house ...


Laura

[oldmoose]

I'm so happy for the little bit of good news. I hope all gets better.
Moose

[griffsdad]

Laura, thanks for the update. We are thinking of Brandy and hope all will be well soon. Let us know if we can do anything. Dave, Lori, and Griffin.

[Dee4j]

I know how frustrating it is not getting answers: it's a good sign she's starting to hold a little food down and she pooped so that's working too..hang in there, prayers & hugs to you and brandy ..keep us posted

[Azusateach]

Well, we fought the good fight, and we lost.  I had Brandy put down this morning.  She threw up overnight, and there was blood in it.  New bloodtests showed crazy-high levels, and indicated that she was bleeding internally.  There was really nothing more that could be done to save her -- just find out what was wrong.  All suspicions lead to a recurrance of her mammary tumor, spreading to her liver.  Fortunately, she was only really sick for a few days.  Don't think I could have handled weeks/months of trying to hang on to her.

I was reminded as I drove to the vet that it's not about us humans, it's about what's best for those that God puts in our care.  And it was best was that I let Brandy go.  I'll live, but not real well for awhile.  My hands still smell like her, and I've got fur all over the inside of my car.  There are beds to be put away, toys to clean up, and lots of dog food to do something with.

I'm glad that so many of you got to know her.  She was a good dog, and loved everyone.

Some day I'll get another dog -- another Lab (I'm hoooked).  

Even though animals were never discussed in Seminary, my faith says that God, in His grace and mercy, gives us the desires of our heart.  And my one big desire is that when I meet Him in heaven, Brandy and all my other 4-legged family members will be standing right next to Him, greeting me.  I can live in peace knowing that.

A few more prayers would sure be nice, just to get me through the next few days ...

Thanks

[Dee4j]

Laura so sorry for your loss we too loved Brandy. Big hugs from all of us to you.

[Estone]

Oh No, Oh Laura I'm so sorry!  Brandy was one of the best dogs EVER.  I had to stop to take off my glasses so I could wipe my eyes.  We will all miss her.  I won't be able to bring myself to tell Luke and John yet.  They will be devastated.  They absolutely adored Brandy.  You both will be in our prayers.  Yes, someday we will be re-united with our beloved pets.  I want to call you, but will give you a couple days, but if you need to talk, I'm here.

 
Please take care.  I will be thinking of you.  Thankfully she didn't suffer too long.

[OC Campers]

Laura, Randy and I are so sorry to hear about Brandy.  I know how special she was to you.  I know some people will say she was just a dog but she was a great dog with a HUGE heart.  She will trely be missed.

Jacqui

[oldmoose]

Laura, I'm sorry for your loss. I know when we lost Molly 2 years ago we were left with a big hole in our lives. She was with us for 12 years and became a part of us like Brandy to you. Our prayers are with you. We loved Brandy also.

 
Moose

[Chez Way]

Oh Laura, I am so sorry to hear your news.  Brandy was such a great dog and you gave her such a good life.   Our thoughts are with you.

[Camping Coxes]

Laura --

My sympathies go out to you.  I truly believe God would not give us animals and the ability to love them like we do only to deny us them in Heaven.  Be thankful for the time you did have with Brandy and try not to dwell on the last few days.  Better to  have loved and lost -- you know the rest.  We'll be thinking of you.

[griffsmom]

Laura,
 
I was so sad--beyond sad, actually--when Dave called me on my way to Bible study tonight to tell me the horrible news.  I meant to be strong and supportive when I called you, but instead, I just ended up bawling into your answering machine.  I'm so sorry, but I just wanted to let you know how much Brandy meant to all of us also.  I don't care if some people bristle when animals are called "fur-babies" or "fur-children" or some other humanizing term of affection--pets become treasured members of our families and their passing leaves a huge hole in our lives.  It is so hard to let go of a loved one, especially one who loved--and was as loved--as Brandy.  I know how you worried and babied and labored over and loved your Brandy girl, and by doing so, you made her life an exceptionally happy one, and it was obvious how much she adored you. She will be missed beyond imagination.
 
If there is anything we can do, please don't hesitate to ask.  You have our continued prayers of love, comfort, and strength in this very tender time.  I can't imagine that God isn't an animal lover, so I'm sending up one more prayer for Brandy too--that there are some good-sized sticks in Heaven and that the Lord doesn't mind throwing slobbery tennis balls over and over and over and over....  

[DK&3kids]

Oh Laura,

I wish I could think of words as comforting as everyone else here.... Our family adored your Brandy and we are so sorry for her passing.  She was beyond a sccamper mascot...she was a light that we all looked forward to seeing at each and every trip.  

You and Brandy both remain in our prayers....lots of hugs to you.  October can't come soon enough to give you one in person.  Please take care.

Love,
Kristi, Dan, Zach, Matt and Kenzie