Finally getting in to a Kidney/Urinary Track Specialist

[Jennifer and Jack]

We ended up back in the Emergency Vet Hospital last night, Jack spiked a very high fever and as a result from licking his sore penis so much it got suck out of the sheath and was swollen and very sore.

 

We spent the night there. He was given fluids, medications and he had a quick ultra sound, The ER doctor said she didn't know really how to read it so she didn't want to scare me but she felt like he needed to be seen the specialist right away.. They wanted me to leave him there. Hell could freeze over and I still would not leave my dog sick, hurting and scared without me.

 

He went back to the treatment room several times but each time they brought him back to me.. I actually laid down on something that was long and had a cushion in some room, I am not sure what it was but that is where Jack and I stayed till he was well enough to come back home with me.

 

Unfortunately the kidney doctor is on vacation until Monday. Uncanny, just like for me, they stopped all his medications so that they can get a good culture on him, He needs to be off all antibiotics for one week which would bring us to Next Thursday for the culture..

 

They do not feel he can wait that long to be seen, since they think he may need a biopsy of his kidney and since he is not eating, playing or doing anything other then laying in my lap. They are going to consult the specialist when she comes in on Monday and most likely we will go then.

 

I told them I would bring him anywhere to any state right now but they said it is very hard to get in with a specialist and that the only way you can be seen immediately is if Jack was dying or critical, Thankfully he is not either one of those things....

 

It breaks my heart to see him not feel good. To not eat, to lay on me or hide in the corner, He is even hiding under my bed...I have home cooked him just about every one of his favorite foods, I tried their Science Diet Crap, his regular food, his favorite canned food, any type of canned food, his favorite treats, he just snubs his nose at it and walks away....

 

When ever Jack is sick, I always think of the mom's of this world who watch their children suffer on a daily bases, I have a friend who's daughter is now 6, diagnosed with terminal brain cancer at 5 and I see the daily struggle she goes through and i wonder how she does it...I have no concept what it is like to have a child. I have Jack, he is my child but I don't know that the bonds are the same. He is love to me, love is love. He is the most faithful and most true thing apart from God that exists in my world and to watch him not feel good and be helpless just about makes me want to go insane....

 

I know one day at a time, we will get through this. We will fix this, We will get it worked out. I am so grateful we are finally headed down the road to see a specialist....and I am most grateful for insurance so that he can have what ever he needs without cost being a factor... So far, this has been extremely expensive and we have not had the biopsy, the full ultrasound or the full work up much less started treatment really.... So today while my heart is sad Jack D is sick, I will count my blessings that at least we have a plan to figure things out, the means to pay for what he needs and all the love.prayers and hope in the world to get him better.

 

If anyone has any food ideas that would be super.... I have tried the common things like chicken, beef, canned foods etc...

[Jennifer,Chloe & Myla]

Jennifer, I'm so sorry. I'm sitting here crying because I know how much he means to you-you are a great doodle mom.

Glad that you can see a specialist soon (not soon enough) Poor Jack, give him some hugs from his doodle friends and I hope you can get some positive results from this Dr. hang in there. We will say our prayers for you and Jack.

[Jane Smith]

This makes me so sad.  I too would have stayed by his side.  I am sending good thoughts your way.

[Bonnie and Kona]

Jennifer, I am so sad that Jack is so very, very sick. Thanking God that you will be getting in to see a specialist. Hugs to both of you.

[Donna K & Quincy]

Jack, please feel better soon, sending doodle hugs and kisses. BTW you have a super caring mom. 

[Leslie, Dexter & Kirby]

Poor Jack and poor you!!  I am so sad reading this because we've been through illnesses and injuries with Dexter and it's heartbreaking to see them in pain!

 

Regarding food - could you try sprinkling liver treats over real food?  Or even treat biscuits just to get something into him?

[BG and Gavin]

Hi Jennifer.  So sorry that Jack is not on the road to recovery yet.  However it is good to hear that you are headed in the right direction with a specialist.  I know how frustrating the whole kidney thing is.  Gavin has been healthy for nearly three months (touch wood) now since getting proper diagnosis and treatment.  As for food - I just posted in the food group.  Mr. Picky really goes for Tripe.  Canned Tripett New Zealand Green Lamb tripe to be specific.  It is packed full of nutrients too.  It does stink, but you get used to it :)

[Deanna & Desi & Cori]

Like the rest of your DK family, I'm so sorry that Jack is not feeling well.  Hopefully, the specialist will be able to quickly get to the bottom of what's ailing Jack and can do something to get him on the road to a full recovery - SOON!!

[Jennifer and Jack]

Thanks so much for your love and support. I am most likely going to be headed back out to the emergency vet again as I just checked Jack and his penis is stuck out again.. I just tried to do what the vet did last night to get it back in but if it does not work we will be headed out....

 

He is acting so weird, hiding under the bed, in closets and he won't come when I call him....He did eat some of Molly's food. Molly is driving him crazy at this point so we are trying to keep them separate.

 

As I am typing this, I am on hold with the ER..... because I was not able to get everything back and place and he is so uncomfortable.... I have a feeling we will be headed back in, and from the amount of time I am on hold I imagine it will be pretty busy....

 

I am so tired and worn out.. me not getting sleep is never a pretty site... Hopefully this will be a quick fix..

 

 

Of course I was told to bring him back in and that the longer things are out the hard it is to get back in..

 

God, This SUCKS

[Leslie and Halas]

I wish we could help somehow. Keep us posted.

[Carol Brand]

I forget if this had been suggested but have you looked into the possibility that he has JRD?  What type of Doodle is he?  JRD has been seen in Standard Poodle, Cockers and I think Goldens.

[Ronna, Murphy & Wilson]

Jennifer, your post brought tears to my eyes.  Yes, Jack is your child and he is your love...he knows you will take care of him just as he takes care of you.  My thoughts are with you both and I  am sending hugs your way.

[Susan and Sasha]

Hi Jen...

Just checking in and saw that you and Jack are off to the Emergency Care again...

I'll continue to keep you and Jack in my thoughts and prayers...and of course...you both are always in my heart.

If you need me...call me at Any time!

Hugs and Love to both of you...