Puppy Love by Brandi
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This is my 3-year-old lab/heeler mix, Emma... my baby! She became seriously ill late Monday night and spent the past 2 days in the Emergency Animal Hospital. After $1000 and several tests, they're still not sure what was wrong with her. They suspected poison, but that was ruled out by the labwork. Now they're saying most likely an acute baterial infection that invaded her gastro-intestinal system. I've never been more afraid in my life. It was so awful... you just wouldn't believe.
After going through an absolute nightmare with her regular "doctor" (and I'm using that term loosely, as the man is a complete ass - for full story, see here, and here and finally here) we found a really good doctor that took wonderful care of her throughout the night on Tuesday. She came home Wed. morning, a bit worse for wear and exhausted, but in good spirits and much better shape than she was. She's really hating that shaved spot on her leg from the I.V. though. She's just dyin' to chew it and I won't let her. :P
Here's hoping she continues to do well through the night tonight.
Thanks to all of my friends here who sent me notes & comments at DA, emails and site mail here at RO wishing my baby girl well. I truly believe all the love you sent out to her combined with the love she has at home and the care of a wonderful veterinarian named Dr. Graef, helped her to get better. I definitely know that it helped me to get through this horrifying experience. I hope and pray that it's over now.
I love you guys! :)

Comments (36)
his eyes 're so innocent, so cute shot, i like it alot :)
Oh Brandi I adore it this dog it is splendid! I also have two labradors and I to guarantee little to you that there is life at the house! Very beautiful photograph!! it is splendid! Michele
She is just wonderful....what a beautiful dog!!!!
Oh hon....i wish your baby that she gets well soon. This is so sad. I know how you feel. The most worst nightmare when your best friend is ill and you cant help him. Wish the cutie the best and give her a big kiss on her furnnose from me. Hugs and kisses hon.
Look at her beautiful face , I hope and prey she recovers quickly. All the best. David.
Oh hunny, I hope your baby will be better soon...Also my dog is having problems, not so bad but I can understand you how you can feel...I send you a big hug and I'll think about you and your little friend.I hope this new doctor will make her feel better really...Hugs Lara
Oh Brandi i hope she continues to get better my thoughts and preyers are with you and your family hugs lou x
beautiful dog,excellent shot,hope emma gets well soon.
WOW....soooooo cutie!!!!!!bravissima!:DDD.Hugsxx Whylma
Awww Brandi, she is gorgouse, I do hope she gets better really so, she looks so sad in this pic. I know how hard it can be, and how at times like this you just wish they could speak and tell you exactley how they are feeling. My thoughts and best wishes go out to you and your baby. Steve
Awe that is sad. I hope she is on the mend Brandi. She is a very pretty little lady.
Wow reading this brought tears to me as I have 2 wonderful dogs that if I was to loose them I would maybe not make it myself. I have a full blood Ausie Sheperd male and a Wonderful Chow female so I understand your fears very much. The trouble with Human doctors is they really know very little about medicine and Expierement on us. I hope with all my magical heart that She gets better. Please give us a new Photo of her to let us Know she is doing well. This means I am sure alot to all of us Hun. All our Hearts go out to you. I think I will post a shot of my Critters so share with you today. keep the faith hun, keep the faith. Maylock Stansbury aka DeathTwister
incredible shot
OMG Brandi, what a horrorific experience you and your baby have been going through. I just had to cry while reading your posts. My heart goes out to you and Emma. Emma is a beautiful girl and you can see her big heart in her eyes. Please know that you and Emma are in my thoughts and prayers and I'm so glad you found a good vet.
What a cutie!!
She really is an adorable puppy and I'm glad she is home again!
Oh my what a lover! I do know exactly what you went through, I've there. It's a frightening exprience. I am glad to hear Emma is back home. She's going to be fine! :o)
What a beauty!! That first Doc and I use that term very loosely was a ohhhhhh crap I don't think I can use that kind of terminology here!!!(so you get my point) Glad all is going well now, and I am assuming you now have a new vet for life with the wonderful treatment that was given!! Prayers and thoughts are still with you and your entire family, Brandi!!!- Shawn
I hope all will be well for her in the days to come. My thoughts are with the both of you in this time of need. Take good care, Peter.
beautiful dog my friend5+++++++++++!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! richard
I hope and pray that she recovers quickly. I have two dogs and I know how you feel. Big Hugs to your sweetie and beauty. Please tell how she is doing!
Awww... what a sweety!!! I pray her recovery will be quick!!! HUGS!!!
Aw..your baby is beautiful. You are both in my prayers!!
Ooops sorry the above comment is off me my apologies :)
Cathy went on my name to go on our Rosity account. Apologies for the misunderstanding. I am so sorry about your dog Brandi. It must have been a very distressing time for you and your precious animal. I hope your doggie recovers fully very soon. Steve :o)
hope everything is ok now!
A precious animal - she reminds me of one we had to put down due to complications of a stroke last july. I hope you both fully recover from the ordeal and wish you the most enjoyment possible together from today on.
She is just beautiful Brandi those eyes can certainly melt anyones heart. I am so happy she is back at home and wishing her the best recovery. Hopefully you have recovered to from your lack of sleep....Shannon ;} hugs
She is just wonderful....what a beautiful dog!!!!
Emma is a beautiful puppy and I'm very sorry she got so ill. I'll keep both her and you in my prayers each night.