coogie Posted July 9, 2015 Share Posted July 9, 2015 So pleased you got in, will be thinking of you tomorrow and hope you get some answers . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
labadore Posted July 9, 2015 Share Posted July 9, 2015 We got a cancellation at BVSC for tomorrow, our vet did referral just waiting on them to hurry on a get paperwork over to BVSC . I've been home all day, was getting teeny bits of food into him but just now he threw up all he ate today and maybe what he had yesterday . He's so sad and tired looking today I think- allthough still tail wagging . I was looking at pic of taken of him end of May and he's seems to have aged in face about 5 years- he looks like much older dog I think. Great news you have been able to get an appointment for tomorrow. Poor boy, saddens me greatly when you see them rapidly age due to illness Sounds like whatever he has going on is taking a big toll on his body including losing such a large amount of weight in a short-time Sending more hugs, positive thoughts and healing vibes Bru's way. Will be thinking of you both tomorrow. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swazzie Posted July 9, 2015 Author Share Posted July 9, 2015 Thanks it's not til 3pm but im so thankful they fitted us in. Our vet was less than helpful today, but that's a whole other story, safe to say anything we need vet wise ongoing, I'll be looking elsewhere - the plus with them is they are only 24 hr within the area. He ate a little bit of Chloe's food this evening so we're happy he's had something and then he came over for a big cuddle. Thanks again for all the advise , help and kind words Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coogie Posted July 9, 2015 Share Posted July 9, 2015 That's horrible swazzie, I hope you can find a decent alternative not too far away. I know every case will be different but just to let you know when we took Issy to the first appointment they decided to do a number of tests there and then - so ultrasound, some bloods and a few other bits and pieces so altogether we were there for a few hours - around 4 I think. We did have the choice to leave and come back, but Issy was quite stressed and they let us take her out to a small grassed area in between tests she was calmer with us there. I guess my point is to bear in mind it might be a while so you can prepare. There is a shopping centre just down the road for you to grab a coffee or take a break, but I would maybe take a drink with you and a book or other distraction? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xyz Posted July 9, 2015 Share Posted July 9, 2015 Great you got in quicky. Enjoy cuddles and spoiling him till then! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loving my Oldies Posted July 9, 2015 Share Posted July 9, 2015 ........ grab a coffee or take a break, but I would maybe take a drink with you and a book or other distraction? Wise advice :) and perhaps a cushion in case sitting on the floor with Bru is a better option than waiting room chairs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Katdogs Posted July 10, 2015 Share Posted July 10, 2015 Hope today provided better news, or at least some definites. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swazzie Posted July 10, 2015 Author Share Posted July 10, 2015 I'm at BVSC now waiting on the ultrasound. They are lovely here , spoke with Rod Straw Feel sick but so happy he's been looked at. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tassie Posted July 10, 2015 Share Posted July 10, 2015 Sending strong thoughts. So good that he's being seen by knowledgeable and nice people .. makes hard things a little bit easier. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
labadore Posted July 10, 2015 Share Posted July 10, 2015 Hoping you get a definitive diagnosis today and whatever the outcome, at least you will know what you are dealing with and be advised accordingly by the specialist on the best way forward for your boy. Thoughts are with you and Bru. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xyz Posted July 10, 2015 Share Posted July 10, 2015 That's great, just checked in to see if any news! Hugs to you and your lad. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Staffyluv Posted July 10, 2015 Share Posted July 10, 2015 I'm at BVSC now waiting on the ultrasound. They are lovely here , spoke with Rod Straw Feel sick but so happy he's been looked at. He is an amazing man and gave us so much wonderful advice years ago. You and the lad are in good hands. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
persephone Posted July 10, 2015 Share Posted July 10, 2015 Thinking of you :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coogie Posted July 10, 2015 Share Posted July 10, 2015 Hoping you got some answers swazzie and are ok. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4darlingdogs Posted July 10, 2015 Share Posted July 10, 2015 Rod Straw is one of the leading cancer specialists in dogs in the world...you are in the best hands you could possibly be in. All the best. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swazzie Posted July 10, 2015 Author Share Posted July 10, 2015 Update So he had another ultrasound and they couldn't find cancer!!! He said despite the not eating his tummy had food in it,so he couldn't get a good enough look at all of it. He wants him back Monday morning to do another scan on an empty tummy ( poor dog he's only started eating chicken mince today) He think it is possibly some sort of gastrointestinal disease but won't know until they get a better look He's said there is still a smaller chance it could be cancer They may operate if they find something and if it's the gastro disease it's manageable longer term. We're very very hopeful. Rod was just lovely, very patient and Bru loved him on sight :-) there was lots of body wagging lol Thank you so much to all those who encouraged us to by a second opinion and see a specialist. Also for recommending the amazing BVSC. We're not out of any woods, but we go to bed tonight maybe able to sleep. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aliwake Posted July 10, 2015 Share Posted July 10, 2015 Omg that's so wonderful and encouraging!! Fingers crossed you find out it's something very manageable on Monday. Hope you have a lovely weekend with your boy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Katdogs Posted July 10, 2015 Share Posted July 10, 2015 Yay! Good to have options and ideas. If Bru is doing body wags then he's ok for now :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xyz Posted July 10, 2015 Share Posted July 10, 2015 Encouraging news!!!, fingers crossed for Monday. Sorry you are going thru with this but great you have more positive news! :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jemmy Posted July 10, 2015 Share Posted July 10, 2015 I haven't posted yet, but have been reading. Encouraging news from today! Hoping you have a restful weekend and that Monday brings some more answers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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