It also appears that there is an old injury to Daisy's right eye and that is why the iris has a cloudy appearance to it. They will monitor this closely at all subsequent visits. Additionally, she had experienced, in the past, an old chest injury that had become infected and was difficult to treat but has since healed nicely.
Daisy is about 5 lbs. underweight so we need to fatten her up just a bit. In addition to her 1 1/2 cups of kibble morning and night, I will be adding a hard boiled egg to her breakfast. She'll continue to get the occasional doggy treat for her exemplary behavior.
Now for the bad news: Daisy has tested positive for heartworm. If left untreated this is always fatal. This is the reason she had become so thin. How could this happen when it is so preventable?! Mr. Sister had already ordered Heartgard for her (along with Advantix) because even we, as non dog owners, know the importance of prevention. The treatment will be very expensive (to the tune of about $500-Ouch!). I will be taking her in for her initial treatment tomorrow and then for a 2 day treatment a month from now.
The problem I am facing is that I am harboring some anger directed towards Daisy's prior caretakers. I need to let that go and be comforted in knowing that Daisy made the right choice in adopting us: for by doing so, she has the chance for a long, safe and happy life.
4 comments:
Wow! That's a long list of health problems and injuries. Daisy is lucky to have people like you who love her enough to make sure she gets the treatment she needs.
As long as it's not consuming your life and you're not doing anything rash, I think it's okay to be a little angry. Besides, it has motivated you to blog about how preventable heart worm is (you should mention it on AR, too, not everyone realizes how serious heart worm is). That's a positive way to channel your anger, don't you think?!
Poor thing! Our black lab had hip joint problems and arthritis, but she was old (she passed away at around 13 years). We weren't able to do much for her, since the vet suggested a $5000 treatment as the best way to help her. Unfortunately that was out of budget, so we just made her as comfortable as possible during the last years of her life. I'm so glad you are able to help Daisy while she can still be helped!
I think it is natural to feel a little angry, but the most important thing right now is that you can help Daisy. There are many things to be done - and I am glad and proud that you're willing to do them. Really, I expected no less of you. :)
aw..daisy will be in my prayers!Sounds like she is in the right hands now, and be thankful for that. Can't do anything about the past. Just move towards the future!
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