Saturday, November 16, 2013

The Girl Who Cried Wolf

Another almost nearly sleepless night because of the off and on cries of Annie which couldn't be ignored.  I'd thought when it started that it was Sunny who wanted to go outside.  But when it began again about an hour later, I realized it was Annie.  I did the best I could to make sure that she was comfortable and warm.  By about 4 o'clock this morning I was trying to decide if I should take her to the emergency vet, but decided to wait.  The appointment was made for 9 o'clock to send her to the rainbow bridge. She slept soundly as we got the other dogs outside and settled.  When we got Annie up, she was shaky at first, but she shook it off, and went outside.  I offered her breakfast, and she ate....well....okay.... I took her to the vet and she walked in and greeted everyone.  I was even more baffled.  We went through everything of the previous hours, did some tests, and while there are a few changes, such as she's become anemic, the vet felt as do I that it was nothing that warranted making that final decision for her.  So I brought Annie home.  I have to admit to feeling like I'm 'crying wolf' because of what happened with Wendy on Wednesday.  But I know what has been happening with Annie over the past week and what I heard in the early morning hours.  And I also know that for now and for today, that the rainbow bridge will have to wait for Miss Annie to arrive.
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40 comments:

  1. i just keep holding my breath as i read these reports. i know this is breaking you down...

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  2. Such a worry!
    Sending all my love and warm thoughts Kim.
    xo Catherine

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  3. I'm so sorry you are going through this. Such sweet girls. Hugs to all of you.

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  4. Kim, this is exhausting for you....mentally and physically...please try to get some rest for yourself. They will let you know when it's time....:)JP

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  5. You sure have been having a tough week.

    Cindy

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  6. This must be so very hard for you Kim. Sending along my prayers and hugs...for you all. Hope things improve!! xo Jeanne

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  7. Oh my goodness, she is a real trooper that one....happy to hear she is back home with you, hope you sleep tonight Girlfriend, Hugs Francine.

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  8. Oh ....what a dear person you are...and such good doggies...you are really doing as much as is humanly possible.....
    You are making a difference...xxxxx

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  9. Miss Annie still has things to do here on earth.

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  10. Poor Annie she is a trooper. Keeping paws crossed for the both of you.

    Aroo to you,
    Sully

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  11. Blessing blessing to you for all the wonderful ways you care and give so much. I am sure you are exhausted.
    Blessings,
    Goose

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  12. Annie and Wendy are not ready. I remember you saying that you always knew by the look in their eyes. Both appear sharp for the time being.
    I know how hard this is for you. Both girls are so special to you, one a very long time friend and Annie, relatively short.
    My last sweet girl had health problems for the last two years of her life. There were several times that I thought it was her time, for her to rally again. I was always so grateful for every minute I had with Sophie.
    I think you call it days of grace. Bless you, sweet Kim. Warm hugs across the miles.
    Gus, Mom

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  13. You've had a though week, Kim. I'm glad Annie is doing better. Let's hope she'll have many good days left.

    Hugs,
    Satu and Mickey

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  14. That was a close call. But glad that she is still with you and not at the other side of the bridge. The others waiting for her will have to wait.
    Have a great sunday. Ana

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  15. Why do these things happen at four in the morning ? Seems like Annie won't be hurried. As was once said about another old dog 'the bag is packed but they're in no rush to catch the train '.

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  16. Hi Kim - you must be exhausted and depleted. I am glad Annie rallied after such an awful night. Take care of yourself and try to rest today. xxx

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  17. Good Morning Kim, I feel for you and Annie. I am glad she is rallying but I am sorry you are having such a bad time, you are amazing. Take care and have a happy day!

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  18. Such a hard time to go through, when you know it's coming sooner that you want it to in the days to come. But for now, yes...they are not ready and bless their hearts, they have you to love them and listen to them...

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  19. Don't feel as if you are crying wolf Kim -- we care about you and your pups and want to know... there is no black and white in these situations. Hugs.

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  20. We can only hope and pray for their being with you a wee while longer, will help in knowing they wish to stay and share their love with you

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  21. Sorry to hear you are all going through this . I know we all want to keep out pets for as long as we can and when they are sick they have bounced back for moments at a time so we hang on but I will be honest here she may be crying out cause she knows it is time and she cant take it any more brutal as it is for me with my old dog she would still greet me at the door with a toy but just barely then other times she seemed to be ok but truly she was dying slowly so I had to make that tuff call for her dignity and piece of mind for us all ! We feel we are taking it all away for them but when they are like this really we are freeing them from it all to join the dog angels in the sky to start a new heavenly life ! Praying for you all .

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  22. She will let you know when she is ready,she must still have some fight left in her.God bless your loving heart,prayers sent your way,phyllis

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  23. you are surely earning a warm place in Heaven for all the work and love you give to your older dogs. God bless you!

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  24. You know those of us who read your blog have come to love your dogs and care so much about you. You are a very special person and every single dog that comes into your life is truly blessed. I hope you will get some rest ~ sending love and hugs, Inger

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  25. It is a decision that can't be undone, so clearly if there is any doubt, wait. The bridge will be there when it is time.

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  26. Hi Y'all!

    Poor Miss Annie. Paws crossed for her.

    Y'all come back now,
    Hawk aka BrownDog

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  27. thank goodness.
    i never know how you can do it.
    having my sara and then years later my zeke put to sleep have been the hardest things i have EVER done in my entire life. i would NEVER want to re~live it and yet you have to do it over and over.
    your inner strength never fails to inspire and amaze me. XOXO
    stay strong. we love you.
    and to say we love those magnificent friends of yours too is an understatement.

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  28. Sweet Kim
    I have a feeling your heart trembles like a scared little bunny- when all these crisis's happen to the furrys.
    You love them- and your trying to do what is best- but sometimes the furry knows whats best.

    We know how your feeling
    love
    tweedles

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  29. You are not crying wolf. You are caring for your dogs the best you can based on what happens.

    *hugs* ♥

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  30. What a scare for you! I wonder why she was crying? My heart goes out to dear Annie and to you. xox

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  31. You've had a though week, I really hope that Annie will get better day by day. Let's just wish for the best! ♥

    Hugs, Ansku and hi from Mickey!:)

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  32. It is so hard on you ---what you do!!!
    Thank you for your kindness to these old dogs!!! THANK YOU!!!

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  33. Emotionally draining, hang in there Kim and Annie!

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  34. we are sending you tons of love

    Stop on by for a visit
    Kari
    http://dogisgodinreverse.com/

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  35. just getting caught up on blog reading. I'm so sorry to read about Annie and Wendy. I'm sure it's an enormous amount of stress. Hugs to you and to them.

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  36. I've been out of touch, and I just saw this post and the previous one. Oh my - you've been through so much in the last little while. I hope that your two girls are rallying and that you're getting more cuddles and hugs with them. Sending them gentle pats from us here in the Rockies.

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  37. Kim, sweetheart, I'm just now catching up on things after a weekend away. We all worry right along with you, about these seniors that you so lovingly care for. Watching for suffering and pain, while trying to push your own pain aside to see to the needs of others. Sending love and hugs to you, and to the pups. Remember to 'be more dog'. Thinking of you!

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  38. We will keep paws crossed that her arrival at the bridge be delayed by quite some time!

    Monty and Harlow

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  39. O Sweet Miss Annie... teu fings I knew for certain: Annie could not be loved more... and Yeu are a berry sbeshull Mom.

    My Mom knows how hard this is for yeu. Whee send our prayers...

    wif lubbs from Little Reufus

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