Wednesday, April 4, 2012

Tootsie Update - Please Keep On Praying

Dear Hearts and Kindred Spirits,

Our sweet, sweet Tootsie is hanging in there. She's still with Special Vet Dr. Ward and she's getting the best care in the universe. There have been ups and downs, but she continues to wag, because she loves life.

She will pull through. She has to. She's a trooper.

It's going to take three days to flush half of the naproxen out of her system; we'll be at that point on Wednesday evening Pacific Time. We're hoping and praying there hasn't been any permanent damage to her GI tract and kidneys.

Please keep us in your thoughts and prayers, and please be sure to keep your medicines safely stored away, because one caplet is all it took to put Tootsie's life in danger.

This is a picture of Tootsie and Dr. Ward's furkid Bug from last year, when Tootsie lived at Dr. Ward's after her bladder surgery and before we adopted her.


Tootsie, we love you so much!


25 comments:

  1. Oh good luck to Tootsie. We will be thinking of her today!

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  2. Hang in there Tootsie. We are rooting for you. Lots of thoughts and prayers!!

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  3. All the very best Tootsie. You are in our thoughts. I will take a few moments of my time to send some good vibes across to you. (from ann at
    www.studiohyde.blogspot.com -I'm williamthelurcher's mum).

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  4. Many, many, many prayers for you and your family, Miss Tootsie.

    Shelle, Milo and Dixie

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  5. Keep hanging in the Tootsie. I'm still sending Big Goose prayers and thought to you.
    Blessings,
    Goose

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  6. Still thinking of you, Tootsie!! Keep holding on!

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  7. Praying for Tootsie and sending healing vibes!
    Stewey

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  8. Our paws are crossed for you Tootsie. Take care and get better!

    XOXOXOXO

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  9. Paw Prayers are flying your way Tootsie and family!

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  10. Precious Tootsie, we are all sending thoughts and love from Chicago, especially from your Evil Twin Bruno who has also eaten engaged in bizarre dachshund eating behavior. You have an amazing family and we applaud Dr. Ward from afar. Wishes for a swift recovery and a return to your happy home.

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  11. We are with you Tootsie. PLEASE get well!!!

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  12. Crossed Paws and super vibes still crossing the country for you, Tootsie. Hurry and get well. We love you!

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  13. Stay strong, Tootsie! And get well soon!

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  14. AWw..I never knew Aleve could do that! Poor baby...lots and lots of prayers for Tootsie. She can do it! Lorna

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  15. Our fingers and paws are still crossed. Tootsie you can do it girl!!

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  16. Sadie and the Other MotherApril 4, 2012 at 9:41 AM

    Dear Tootsie and Her Family,
    Our Prayers and Love are with You. Stuff Happens and sometimes the little ones think they can eat anything that isn't in a bottle and sometimes it is the bottle that they think they can eat. We've been there and know that you feel guilty but you can't do that to yourself.
    You have done the best that you could for such a loved baby. Dr Ward has helped us with all of our pets and we know that she is the best.
    Keep us posted, we really appreciate it.

    Sadie and the other Mother.

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  17. We love you too Tootsie! This is very good news. Get lots of doggie rest and you'll be feeling 100% in no time.
    xo
    Holly & Phoebe

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  18. Oh my gosh, I feel so incredibly horrible that I did not know about this. We know Tootsie will make it. We are sending all the good juju we can, we love Tootsie. Please, don't feel guilty you are wonderful and amazing pet parents and Tootside is beyond lucky to have such a loving home

    urban hounds

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  19. We still have our paws and fingers crossed. We can't believe that one caplet could do that much damage. The number of times SHE's dropped one and we've nearly got it!

    We know the little girl is in the best of hands. So we send our love and hugs to all of you.

    XXXOOO Daisy, Bella & Roxy

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  20. You have our paws here X X X X X X X X
    Lots of luvs Freya Rose Blossom X

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  21. dear Tootsie and Tootsie's mama, we've been thinking of you and wondering how you are. it's incredible how long it takes to flush the system out. i hope there won't be any permanent damage but you have to take it one day at a time, right? BIG HUGS and lots of good hope that the tail will be wagging again very soon x

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  22. Hang in their Tootsie!
    Dachshund Nola, Boston, Auggie and Charlotte

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  23. Our prayers have not stopped, and they won't.
    love
    tweedles

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  24. Michelle Ward, DVMApril 6, 2012 at 9:34 PM

    It is so great to see and feel everyone's love and hugs...she is a strong little dog and we have done and are doing everything we can. Sometimes bad things happen so that good things can happen. I believe this is one of those times-using Tootsies' blog to educate. These events get people thinking, talking, and reaching out to one another. Spread the word about medication hazards, and don't wait for symptoms to show up before you seek help-by then it may be too late to prevent the damage. You can call the ASPCA poison control number for help if you are not able to reach your veterinarian, but they do charge for their consultation services (888) 426-4435. You can also visit their website for assistance with other animal related issues at: www.aspca.org

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