DeeDee...How is Hallie????

Kari · February 26, 2008, 08:14:16 AM

We are thinking of you! Please give us an updated when you have time Dee Dee.

For those of you who missed Dee Dee's post...http://www.wienerwritings.com/forum/index.php?topic=4842.msg37319#msg37319 (It is close to the bottom of the thread)

Barb · February 26, 2008, 08:45:16 AM

Oh no ! I did miss this...... Mega rays to our Hallie and our dd. Please let us know as soon as you can how she is doing today -

TerriL · February 26, 2008, 09:10:21 AM

How is she doing today DeeDee? Any news from the vet????? Many Many prayers and Rays are still heading your way......

tpoof · February 26, 2008, 11:42:35 AM

Dear God above,, please, please help our dear,dear Hallie!!!!

Roberta · February 26, 2008, 11:46:35 AM

Yes update please on you both...............
Roberta and the gang

Dee Dee and Hallie · February 26, 2008, 12:39:29 PM

Sorry I didn't post earlier things are in a whirlwind here when it rains it pours! Thanks for the replies on the other post too...it's so nice to have empathetic ears as I know many have gone through this.

Good news on the Hallie front is she is a bit better this morning. Still a bit stiff, etc but no more crying out and is better able to right herself from laying flat. She ran a few steps when I took her potty this morning (we were about 5 feet from the gate and she ran to the gate before I could stop her...I will put her harness on now.). I also just got this email from the vet so this is good as well. (big relief actually). She has had dilute urine for years and we've tested her and I worried myself sick but nothing has changed and her drinking is the same so I try not to worry about that anymore. Thanks again for all the support I feel better that she looks better this morning, last night in bed she did not lay in her usual places which concerned me but right now she is in my arms she wanted me to hold her which she doesn't do when she is hurting.

Dee Dee,
Except for documenting her dilute urine (low specific gravity), the rest of the blood and urine tests were normal. She is not having any problems with the liver, kidneys, thyroid gland, pancreas, electrolytes, anemia, etc.
There is nothing from the lab work that would be causing or complicating her back problems. Hopefully she has responded favorably to the Dexasone injection she received yesterday. If not, or she relapses, let me know.
Continue to keep her quiet, confined, and monitored. Let me know if have any questions following yesterday's visit or this e-mail.

Kari · February 26, 2008, 12:41:42 PM

That is wonderful news! I'm so happy that she is feeling a bit better! I'm sure you didn't sleep a wink last night. Both of you get some rest and keep us updated.

TerriL · February 26, 2008, 01:28:01 PM

Well that sounds positive...thank God. Please let us know how she is doing and know that we are all there with you in spirit. I will of course, continue to pray for Hallie's speedy recovery, and for Hallie's mama as well. Hugs to you both.

MyLittleBoo · February 26, 2008, 03:46:09 PM

Oh no, Hallie... Get better real fast... We will also be praying for you to have a quick recovery... Prayers, rays, hugs & Emmy kisses on the way to you and your momma...

cheryl186 · February 26, 2008, 04:54:41 PM

Dee Dee, thank goodness she is feeling better....have been worried about both of you. That was a good report from the Vet. Continues rays to you and Hallie....for a very speedy recovery!!!

Barb · February 26, 2008, 05:41:49 PM

Hallie - sweet girl - we are rooting for you - sending rays to get you better fast ! Please have mommy keep us posted -

Ruth in MT · February 26, 2008, 07:32:45 PM

Hallie

Rich · February 26, 2008, 09:16:06 PM

Very glad to get the good news.

Roberta · February 26, 2008, 09:16:35 PM

Keep your chin up, and don't let her out of your sight. Ms H slow down, mums to tired to be chasing you.
roberta

Merion · February 26, 2008, 09:31:59 PM

Sending HHHHH's & PPPP's that Hallie will soon be her old self. Mind your mom and take it easy Hallie.
Merion & the ZZ's

Mike · February 27, 2008, 05:12:05 AM

Yeah!!!! Glad to see the good news from the vet and you. Continuing rays for Hallie & mom.

Brekkesmom · February 27, 2008, 07:23:17 AM

Much happier news! Keep resting, Hallie - we all worry when any of you are a little bit not normal!

Leslie · February 27, 2008, 08:25:59 AM

What news today??????

Barb · February 27, 2008, 08:45:02 AM

DD - need an update please -

Dee Dee and Hallie · February 27, 2008, 10:30:06 AM

She is still doing OK but not totally herself. She seems a little stiffer this morning and went right back to sleep after breakfast, but I imagine it's to be expected. It's one of those times where everything is going wrong at once so we are hoping for a better March! I was telling Delia last night that I wonder if obedience is good for any doxie, my Jessie had surgery at age 4 and none of her close relatives (that didn't do obedience) had any problems. And thankfully Sophie has had no problems! So either I let my doxies do too much (even though I was very careful with Jessie, but she did jump 8", with Hallie we've done no jumping) or maybe I walk them too much or something but it seems odd I have had 2 doxies and had problems with both. The doxie I grew up with lived to 17 with no problems (I didn't show him). 2 of Hallie's 3 bouts with back problems were a couple of days after a show or match, her last problem in January was not near a show or match and it was much milder. Maybe coincidence but maybe not. We'll never know for sure but I'll play it safe.

Anyway she is definitely not worse! Thank you guys so much for caring and asking about the little squirt. :)

Frankys_mom · February 27, 2008, 10:43:01 AM

Oh no! Sorry I missed the earlier post.
Major rays coming to you and Hallie!
Hope she keeps improving.
:xfinger:
Dawn, Franky, & Delilah

Leslie · February 27, 2008, 10:59:38 AM

Quote from: Dee Dee and Hallie on February 27, 2008, 10:30:06 AM
I wonder if obedience is good for any doxie,

Lozi sez: "Auntie Dee U r silly. Obedience is is not good for doxies. We want what we WANT when WE want it. Silly"

Les her: Glad the little pooper is feeling better. Rest rest rest! :heart: going out for you both.

MimisMomma · February 27, 2008, 02:23:37 PM

Dee Dee,

I am so sorry to hear about this. I am glad you are there for her though. Good news from the vet too. So hopefully with a couple weeks rest she will be back to her ol'self! Major rays coming from all of us here!

Mel, Mimi, Tuttle, and Carson

Dee Dee and Hallie · February 27, 2008, 10:07:20 PM

I am really worried about her now this is definitely her worst bout so far. She couldn't get comfortable today, can't shake her body and looks miserable when walking slowly when out to potty. The vet called in some pred and tramadol for her, the pred did not help so I just gave her a tramadol on top of it. She is exhausted so sleeping right now but in a wierd upright position. So praying things are better by morning!! :( I talked to the ER and also the vet via email tonight and he said to bring her in in the morning if she's no better.

Brekkesmom · February 27, 2008, 10:26:59 PM

More HBB rays on the way! I am so sorry to hear that she isn't way better by now. Okay, Miss Hallie - rest up, let our healing rays do their work, and feel better fast!