Saturday, April 24, 2010

Update on Digby.



With Digbys temperature hovering obdurately close to 41 yet another visit to the vet - the third in 24 hours. More cortisone injections. The tests show that his kidneys are continuing to function normally. However,sadly the blood tests also show that his auto immune system is still destroying red blood cells and causing liver damage. This happens in only about 5% of cases.

After another troubled night this morning we've carried him downstairs and placed him on a soft rug by the front door where he can watch his big brother and breathe fresh air. That way he's where he'd want to be - at the centre of everything that's going on. He's sleeping more and more and becoming less and less interested in what's happening around him. We'll go back to the vet later this morning to see if there is anything else that can be done.

Thank you so much for all your kind thoughts and prayers. They have been heartwarming . Doubly so as they come from folks we've never met and yet who still take the time to care.

66 comments:

  1. Let's hope he moves into the 95% category soon. Best wishes for a speedy recovery.

    XXXOOO Daisy, Kendra & Bella

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  2. We care. It's one of the miracles we've discovered as we entered the blogging world. The attachments are intense -- both in joy and in sadness. We all hurt when one of our pals hurts.

    We so hope Digby pulls through.

    Joan and the Bsrkalots

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  3. i couldn't sleep (curse you, caffeine!), so i thought i'd come check on digby. he's got my continued thoughts and prayers. i hope his immune system calms down asap. i know ya'll are doing everything you possibly can for him.

    *hugs*
    the booker man's mama

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  4. Hi, I am from Singapore. I hope that Digby will receive my far away get well hugs n kisses!

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  5. Sending lots of positive thoughts. and keeping fingers crossed for you all.

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  6. i hope the little guy can pull through this....a blood transfusion is useless since his body is destroying the RBC's....i'm a bit surprised they didn't hospitalize him, unless this is your choice....oxygen would benefit him.....oh, i'm so saddened by this, and wish that i could help in some way...a big hug for you, a big bottle of wine....something....just know for now that i am praying for Dig's recovery....
    if you want you can e-mail me....
    kksprecher@wisc.edu (i'm working today and can ask the docs some questions...)
    xoxo

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  7. Jake of Florida is so right!!! I would never have thought it was possible before, but you do indeed find yourself being worried and caring about a pup (or person) you've never met. With Digby, I do feel as if one of my own pups is ill, and I am so hoping and praying that he will quickly regain his health and strength. Please post again soon and let us know...

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  8. I couldn't sleep for my worry over Digby. He was in the front of my thoughts all day. How I wish I could do more than pray. But I am doing that, constantly.

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  9. still think transfusions would buy him time until the steroids flatten the immune response....
    start looking for donor dogs over 25kg!

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  10. I have been so concerned about Digby and your family. This was the only blog I've checked so far and I see that he is just hanging on.

    My thoughts and prayers continue to be with all of you and it is my fervent prayer that Digby will be able to make the hardest decision of all, if it comes down to that.

    Hugs all around,
    Lynn

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  11. I am very distressed about Digby's lack of progress toward wellness; I cannot imagine your distress. Prayers cont. for Digby and all of you. From Missouri, USA.

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  12. I checked for updates all afternoon and evening, the last one was after 1 a.m. this morning! While the news is disheartening, it was good to hear from you concerning sweet Digby. Many friendships are formed throughout the cyber world which just goes to show that people all over the world care about one another. My very best wishes go out to you, the Font, Wilf and Digby at this time...may Digby have a full recovery!!

    Liz

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  13. I so hoped that this post would be different. I am thinking of you and my heart is hurting for you... BTW, kks has helped me before in veterinary crises so you might take her up on her offer just in case the experts where she works know some special tricks.

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  14. We are sending many prayers, thoughts and good wishes your way. Your blog is one that I visit every day because your boys always bring a smile to my face. I love seeing those little brown eyes looking up at you with such trust and love - they are truly special. I too wish I could do more - please know our arms are around you all today in hugs, love, and prayers.
    Susan

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  15. Our hearts go out to you and the font and the boyz. You are in our prayers for a recovery for the Digster.

    All our love....

    Bonnie and the support staff

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  16. This was the first blog I wanted to check this morning! I'm glad to hear that Digby's still with you and I'm praying that he'll be able to make a turn around. We have a vet in our practice who has a lot of experience with tick diseases. I'd be willing to call and ask if they have suggestions, if you like!

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  17. Apple and I keep up with Wilf & Digby through my wife Pamela at the House of Edward. We're pulling for Digby with our hearts and prayers.

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  18. Hello there. We heard about Digby through Booker's blog and wanted to come over and tell you that you have our thoughts and prayers. I know how frightening this must be for you all and I wish there was something more we could do. You are in our hearts.

    Mayzie's mom

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  19. Booker Man sent us over. We are so sorry that Digby is sick. Hope he'll get better soon and he's in our thoughts.

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  20. I linked to you from The Booker Man's post about you today.

    It's so hard to watch our pets when they're ill and/or in pain. They can't tell you what's wrong, only that something is wrong. I had a kitty who was sick all of his life so I have great empathy for you. I hope Digby's condition turns around for the better.

    I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers.

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  21. The Booker Man sent me over to offer good wishes and healing vibes. I only wish I could do more. I hope that you take Bunny up on her offer, especially if things are not improving. I'll check back as soon as Blog Mom gets back home and will be crossing everything I've got that the news will be better by then. Hang in there, Digby!

    Lola

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  22. There's no more helpless feeling than having a sick pet. Pawsitive and hopeful thoughts coming from L.A.

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  23. I'm khurrently out under my tree with paws khrossed and many Sibe Vibes blowing your way fur ALL of WOO...

    Hugz&Khysses,
    Khyra

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  24. oh gosh Digby...I knew you'd gotten bit by the tickie,but I had no idea you were so sick! Mom & I will be sending Great Dane sized healing energies for you to get better soon!

    wags, wiggles & slobbers
    Murphydog

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  25. HI
    I am JAzzi and Rocky Creek Scotties sent me over here. I am sorry to hear about Digby. Hopefully he will make a turn around very soon. I have my paws crossed for Digby.

    sending get well wishes
    Jazzi

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  26. I came from my friends blog to say I am sending some of my loudest purrrrs.. I so hope the power of paws can help in some way and that Digby comes through this.. With love GJ xx

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  27. First comment from a long time reader. I've been so worried for your boy Digby. You're all in my thoughts and prayers. It's so very hard when our beloved furries become ill. Hoping from over here in New England that he feels better soon.

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  28. Hi - we heard about poor Digby being sick from The Booker Man and just had to swing by to say we're thinking of him and hope he starts to get better soon. We're sending our healing thoughts yours way and will be keeping check for updates. Schnauzer snuggles - JD and Max.

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  29. I'm praying for Digby and sending you guys hugs and warm wishes for Digby's speedy recovery.
    I know how it feels too have your pet sick, you can feel so helpless but they know you are there and I really feel it helps with their recovery.

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  30. We just heard about Digby and we want to offer our prayers.
    We are two Golden Retrievers, Hamish & Sophie and we along with our Mom & Dad are asking God to send his healing grace to one of his flock that he loves so much.


    Hamish & Rescue Sophie

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  31. So sorry to hear Digby is so gravely ill, my heart felt thoughts and prayers are on their way to Digby and you all.

    ~Jack n Jill

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  32. Hang in there, Digby! Please!

    We can't remember now how we first came to your blog but we go hooked fast over the quality of your writing and, also, because the Maman is from France originally and still has familly over there. She's had many a knowing chortle over your comments on life in a small french village, not to mention quite a few nostalgic sighs over your pictures of country stores and marketplaces! (Aah, food, glorious food...)

    This latest crisis, however, is very distressing. We are keeping all paws and fingers crossed for Digby and you.

    Boston Terrierorist love and snorts from over the pond.
    BB&the Maman.

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  33. Kim at Golden Pines asked that we visit - and we are glad to focus our prayers and barks of encouragement your way so Digby can recover. Always have time to think about our friends in need. We will check back ofter and send our best to Digby.

    ##### & ##### = barks of encouragement and great doggy karma

    KT and Lady

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  34. Our paws are crossed for you and we are sending you MAJOR AireZen, Digby!

    Love ya lots
    Maggie and Mitch

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  35. Hi Digby and family. We came from the Rocky Creek Scottie's blog. We're so sorry to hear what you're gong thru. Our Morgan had an allergic reaction years ago and was having liver failure. It was a very scary time, but she's well and happy today. Let's hope your condition turns around very soon.

    The Porties, Morgan and Tsar

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  36. We also read about Mr. Digby on Bookers blog anf wanted to come by and let you know that Mama and I are holding him in our prayers and sending healing thoughts his way.

    Hugs,
    Dory and Beth (the Mama)

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  37. We're pulling for you Digby, all the way over here in Oregon! Take your time, get rest and we'll keep our prayers with you. We'll check back to see how you are doing.

    Love, Dozer, Dottie and Cooper

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  38. The Rocky Creek Scotties sent me over. I hope and pray your lovely boy Digby recovers from this. My paws are tightly crossed for you all and I'm sending as many wiry zens as I can for him. Eric x

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  39. Please get better! We are praying for you Digby!

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  40. I heard about Digby from Rocky Street Scotties and I'm praying for him with all my family.
    We all hope he recovers quickly.
    Love from Bella the Westie in Australia.

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  41. Dearest Digby -- We're with you and your family! Wishing and hoping and tail wagging for you to be all better real soon; good as new!!

    Gentle Healing Woofs,
    Cheyanne,
    Golden in Colorado

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  42. My thoughts and prayers are with Digby. I came over here from ~Kim~ @ Life @ Golden Pines, and just wanted to say, having worked for a vet some thirty years, I have seen two of these cases, very sick little puppies, and they made it into a full recovery.
    Sending healing thoughts your way...
    Hugs,
    Jo
    x

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  43. Hello,
    I just read about your sweet Digby and his illness from Kim at "Life at Golden Pines" I know how special the relationship between a dog and his owner can be and how hard it is when our friend becomes ill. I just wanted to say that I hope Digby has a speedy recovery and soon will be playing along side his brother once again. I will be looking forward to updates.
    Fondly,
    Mimi~

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  44. Prayers and healing thoughts for dear Digby.

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  45. Hi Digby; Lynn at Rocky Creek directed G-dog & me to your blog.
    We are praying for you angel, and letting other four and two footed friends to pray for you!

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  46. We'we pwaying fow a miwacle fow Digby..pleez get well sweet boy..youw bwuvvew, pawents and fwiends awe all cwossing theiw paws and fingews and pwaying fow you .
    Meantime , we send ouw love and smoochie healing kisses
    Asta and Mommi

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  47. We are so sad to hear this about poor Digby. We will cross our paws and send him the best sibe vibes to help him get better.

    Woos - Phantom, Thunder, and Ciara

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  48. Hi mr.wilf and mr.digby-
    Booker Man told us all about mr. digby and I wanted to tell you that Mama and me are praying hard!

    -Stella the prayerful

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  49. We were over at Asta's and she said you were sick - we hold you and your family tight in our prayers and thoughts - just rest and let the medicine work...

    XXoooXXXOoXXXoo

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  50. We headed right over after reading asta's blog! I am sending my pawsitive vibes to help u heal!
    Norwood

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  51. We came by to let you know we're all pulling for Digby.

    Much love,
    Stella, Gunther and Betty

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  52. We are so sorry to hear about poor Digby. Asta sent us by. We are sending healing purrs and we has our paws crossed he will make a complete recovery. ~Artemisia, Scylla & Socks (Cats) and our doggie Fenris

    From Alasandra, The Cats & A Dog

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  53. Hello Digby,

    We heard about you through our friends The Booker Man and the Rocky Creek Scotties.

    We join our friends' Power of Paws and special prayers you get better really soon.

    Be strong and hang in there please.


    -Fudgie, Princess, Frappie, Mocha, Sugar, Wai-Pai, Wai-Max & the Piappies

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  54. We just heard about Digby from The Bookerman. We hope and pray that he will recover completely and very soon!

    He's adorable!

    Luv,
    Riley and Star.

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  55. I am a friend of Kim.
    I heard about Digby and I wanted to let you know I am saying doggy prayers and crossing my paws that he gets well soon.
    I send love and strength to you too.
    I am sad when I hear about sick doggys
    love
    tweedles
    Oregon- USA

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  56. We read about Digby at Asta's. We're sorry that tick made him so sick and hope he will be okay soon. Warm purrs and tail wags.

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  57. Oh, I am so sorry to hear about Digby. Best wishes to him for a complete and speedy recovery. We are sending zen his way.

    Love and Koobuss Kisses,
    Koobie, WFT

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  58. Awww.. Digby is a real sweetie. We'll be sending healing thoughts and prayers your way for his recovery. The waiting and worrying must be so difficult. Our hearts are with you.

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  59. We are so sorry to hear about Digby - we are so hoping that he can pull through. All the best wishes for a good outcome.

    cheers,
    Ruby and Gracie

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  60. Oh gosh we're so sorry to hear about poor Digby having tick disease. Is it a common illness in France? We have ticks in Australia that are very dangerous for dogs living close to the coast.
    We have Digby in our thoughts and hope he can recover.

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  61. We join paws with our Global Dog Pack Buddies to hope and pray hard that Digby recovers! Our big sister Halle suffered from Lymes Disease from a tick bite when she as a year and a half old and now she is 11 so we are hoping and praying Digby will also get thru this. We care! Sending positive healing on the wings of a powerful Alaskan spirit eagle.... xoxoxoxo

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  62. Asta told us about Digby being sick and I wanted to come and tell you that I have my paws crossed for him.
    Take care
    Kisses and hugs
    Lorenza

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  63. hello digby its dennis the vizsla dog hey we have never met before but my frend the booker man told us you were not feeling well so i wanted to come and say i hope you feel better soon!!! ok bye

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  64. Asta told us about Digby - we are sending all our Terrier healing vibes your way - we hope he makes a full recovery

    Licks and hugs
    Sally and Paddy

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  65. We just heard about Digby from Asta...

    We just wanted to stop by & tell you I'm sending all the Good Lhasa Vibes I have to Digby & Mom has Digby in her prayers...

    Abby xxxxxxooooo

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  66. Digby, my name is Oskar & we want you to know that my mom person is praying for you. I'm sending you all the best schnauzer energies I have.

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