Let's give a fellow DKer a hug....she needs one.

[Ginny Nightingale]

Some of you may remember that a dear friend of mine is raising an adorable labraddoodle pup that has megaesophagus and we now know that the poor pup needs thyroid meds as well. She and her hubby have spent countless hours and thousands of dollars seeing him thru his first three months of living with them. They are devoted to keeping him well, despite the frequently sleepless nights when he is vomiting and the need for constant monitoring to prevent aspiration pneumonia. Instead of putting him in a Bailey chair (to keep him upright after meals) they hold him in their arms for 30 minutes at a time after each meal...
I was at their house this morning giving his hair and nails a little trim--he is such a sweet little guy but it is obviously a very exhausting experience for both of them.
Can we send her a big hug on her DK page just to let her know that we are thinking of her and are supportive of her? She could use a bit of encouragement right now as she faces the reality of possibly losing him--at 6 months old, he weighs about 19 pounds despite being very leggy--he is gaining slowly, but at least it is going up...we all love him so much and are hoping for the best, but even the BEST possible outcome is going to be a challenge for all of them.
Thanks all!
Her DK name is Doris J Gearing--or you can respond here and I will tell her to take a look!

[Jill, Woody & Maxi]

Thank you for all that you both do for this sweet puppy 

[Joanne ~ Spud*]

Certainly a hug for all of you.    May you always look for the good. It is there.  The bad is easy to find, but the good is always there.   Certainly, this must be exhausting for you. I also think animals know they are not well themselves.  They feel the worry and the exhaustion too.   He must know and appreciate all that you are doing.  May each day, you find the good in each other.

Hey, here is another hug!

[Nadia]

You are doing a wonderful job!!! Heart of gold!! I don't know if I would have the same strength as you. I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers.

[Sheila & Finnley]

Every Doodle deserves LOVE, and a chance.

you folks are good people to take on this challenge,

and Beethoven is a lucky guy !

 

((Hugs))

 

 

[Rhonda & Jaxon]

Doris, it takes a special person to do what you do :-)

[Rosemary (Ro) and Enzo]

I think Beethoven has found two Guardian Angels to love and be loved! Bless you!

[Barbara B., Sasha & Oliver]

Doris, he may not be healthy but this little guy sure knows he is loved !!! and there is no better feeling in this world then knowing you are loved <3  and sending  {{{{{{ hugs }}}}} to you and your hubby !

[BG and Gavin]

Wonderful of you to stick it out with this sweet guy. Prayers for better health and hugs to you and your family.

[Robin and Libby Louise]

Sending good and healthy thoughts to you and your family - thank you for loving and helping Beethoven!  I hope and pray that he responds to all you are doing for him.

[Ginny Nightingale]

Thanks for helping out, everyone! It has made a big difference to beethoven's momma!

[Colleen, Jake & Baxter]

No words can express the gratitude I feel towards people such as yourself and your husband.  I know this is not what you signed up for but you are doing the best you can for this dear dog.  I will be praying for all of you!  Thank you and hugs from me and my 2 doodles.