Saturday, June 5, 2010

Somber news


The news is somber in the Lilylovekin home. Lily the Bedlington terrier and namesake of this blog is ill. Things do not look too good for her and we are in a state of shock and dismay. Her kidneys are failing her. There is not alot that can be done for kidney disease in a dog and we do not have unlimited resources. Lab work indicated that the progression has been quite rapid in the past 6 weeks, Lily has lost her appetite and has lost weight. It is hard to know your animal is sick and to not be able to do anything about it. We have started her on a special diet and medicine to relieve her nausea. Now we are just watching for further symptoms and will try and keep her comfortable. I have no idea how long this will go on for but my heart is heavy today as I know my little Lovekin is not well.

20 comments:

  1. There is not much I can say - just that my thoughts are with you and that I send you hugs in the hopes of sharing some comfort.

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  2. Oh, what sad news. I'll be thinking of you and sending healing, comforting thoughts.

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  3. oh, honey. i'm just so sorry, so sad for you. i know that heartache all too well. i'm holding you close to my heart - xoxoxo

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  4. You and Lily are in my thoughts... I'm so sorry you are having to go through this. I've been through it many times and it is very difficult... My heart is heavy for you.

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  5. Oh Lorrie,

    I understand and sympathize with all my heart.
    My hand reaches out to you and sweet Lily
    xx

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  6. oh lorrie...julie told me just a minute ago and i raced over here as fast as i could. my heart is heavy and my eyes are with tears....

    oh, lorrie..i wish i could be with you...but i am here. i haven't been blogging much....but i am here for you.

    you are in my heart and my thoughts.....i have been in kidney failure territory with 2 of my beloved himalayan kittys.....Buddy was heart failure.

    Take it slowly..one day at a time...minute by minute if need be.

    I will check back daily with you. I am here for support for you...what got me through some of the hardest times of my life were some blog friends..i really mean it...they saved me....

    know...please know i am here...praying.

    sending love and support....to my sweet friend
    always,
    kary

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  7. i am so so sorry
    my heart and prayers are wil you and lily!
    huge hugs
    c

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  8. My thoughts are with you. I know from experience it is not an easy time. It is heart breaking. Know that we all are send you love and blessings

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  9. she is such a beautiful dog. how sad to read this. you are in my thoughts, both of you.

    Delila

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  10. I am so very sorry to hear this Lorrie. I am so very sad for you. I love my pets so very much so I know how hard this must be for you. You and your sweet lovekin will be in my prayers.

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  11. HI Lorrie, I am so sorry to hear your sad news. It is heartbreaking to see a beloved pet struggle, I know. We went through exactly this last year ourselves. Sending you love and healing wishes. Thank you for your recent visit. Penny x

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  12. Sorry to hear your sad news. I hopy Lily doesn't suffer.

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  13. so sorry to read this news.
    i very much understand the love for a pet... especially a much loved dog.

    take care and best wishes and lots of love to lily and family ;)

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  14. I am so sorry, you and Lily have my prayers and best wishes. Much love and many hugs.

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  15. oh dear...I'm so sorry to hear this sad news...I'll keep you all in my thoughts.

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  16. Oh no, Lorrie I'm so sorry. I'll be thinking of you all.

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  17. just checking in today...know that i am thinking about you and Lily.....

    always,
    kary
    xxx

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  18. Oh..that's not good....I love my dog..and cannot imagine what you're going through...

    pets are the best of friends..so loyal and ready for joy...

    my heart goes out to you and your family...

    hang in there.
    ciao bella
    creative carmelina

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  19. so sorry my sweet little family...you are in my prayers....

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  20. Oh dear. I'm so sorry your little 'Lovekin' is sick. I don't know what best to hope for you. Just hugs.

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