Re: [NaturalBerners] OT -- Ari update #3
I was so touched when I saw this post. I'm sorry I didn't include the phone for the vet clinic. Actually, the number I have [memorized...but I looked it up in the book, too] is [330]452-5116. They do not answer their phones between 8am-6pm while they are closed. They are open from 6pm-8am Mon-Fri and from 6pm Fri-8am Mon. In other words nights and weekends. All times are Eastern Standard time. So much for sleeping. I'm like a kid on Christmas eve. Took me till midnight to doze off.then I was up at 4. Reminds me of the night [s] before we went to first pick up these 2 furbabies. Who cares..I can sleep later. Love to all Cathi with Bacchus and Ari - Original Message - From: Andrea Brin [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Berner-L [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, September 04, 2003 9:01 PM Subject: FW: [NaturalBerners] OT -- Ari update #3 this is a great way to help ari. -Original Message- From: Jennifer Lennon [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, September 04, 2003 8:23 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [NaturalBerners] OT -- Ari update #3 I would imagine that one could call the veterinary clinic with a VISA number as well. It might make donations easier for folks. Not from a trust aspect, just from a getting it done aspect. I know for me in Canada, it would be easier from a foreign funds aspect. I think that's what I'm gonna do. The phone number (looked it up on the internet) is (330) 452-8906. Wouldn't it be cool if she got there to pick her up and Ari's bill is paid!! That would be grand, indeed!! - Original Message - From: Karen Connors [EMAIL PROTECTED] ...If you feel moved to help in any way, you can send a check, no matter the amount ... Yahoo! Groups Sponsor ADVERTISEMENT NaturalBerners Features found at http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NaturalBerners/ Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to the Yahoo! Terms of Service.
Ari update #4
Today Ari looked and acted about 100% better than yesterday morning. The blood transfusion made a big difference. She is still throwing some PVC's, but not as often, and not so many at once. Again, they let me lay with her for about an hour. Her tail is wagging furiously now. She is making her little oof, oof, oof noises [I call her my little piggy when she does that] and rolling over for tummy rubs. Most importantly, she did her cutest trick. If you stop petting her, she will put her paw over her eye and look cute. They had me bring up some scrambled eggs [last nights hamburger and rice didn't tempt her at all] and she ATE! But the biggest thing.and I am trying to stay cautiously optomistic here.they said maybe.just MAYBEAri can come home tomorrow. My heart is doing cartwheels! Thank you again everyone for your wonderfully supportive messages of love and hope and prayers. Your support has helped me stay strong. After my initial freakout, that is. I haven't posted much about Bacchus, he is doing very well. In fact, he is doing real well. As soon as I get Ari home, I feel then I can concentrate on my boy. Cathi with Bacchus and Ari
Ari update #5-YIPEE!!!!
Just got back from visiting Ari and [barring any complications tonight]she is coming home tomorrow morning!! She is doing even better than this morning. The nurse grabbed my hand and took me back there. She was so excited. Wait till you see her, wait till you see her! And sure enough, Ari was sitting on the floor with 2 other nurses/vet techs and she was just eating up all the love they could give her. They all had the biggest smiles on their faces. I just broke down crying.but not the tears of the past few days. These were tears of joy. Then THEY started crying. It was the most amazing thing I have ever seen. I sat down beside her and she smothered me with kisses.even wagged her whole butt. Boy, did she want to come home with me tonight! But they want to keep her just one more night. But she went all day without any heart irregularities. I thanked them all so much for the love and care they have shown her. One nurse said How could we not? Look at her! She is such a sweet girl. There went the tears again. I told them again how many people have been sending prayers and good thoughts and that I would never, ever be able to thank them enough for everything they have done. I do believe they have gone over and above the call of duty with Ari. Not just with the technical medical care.but with the extra love and compassion they have shown her [and me]. For any one who has been in the hospital, you know what I mean. All the care in the world is great, but sometimes it is just that one nurse who takes a few minutes to sit with you and give you a pep talk, that can make your day and help you in your recovery. She still doesn't have much of an appetite, but they think it is more just the fact that she doesn't have mama hand feeding her. While I was there she ate a little yogurt for me. I left that and some baby food and cottage cheese and some more scrambled eggs. They laughed and said she IS going home tomorrow morning, ya know. Laughter.what a beautiful sound. You don't realize how much you miss it, until you go a few days without it. So, my friends, I thank you all again from the bottom of my heart for your love and support. I will post in the morning as soon as our dear Ari is home again. I think I will actually sleep tonight. I told Bacchus that his girl is coming home. He understood. Much love Cathi with Bacchus and Ari
Re: [Berner-l] Ari update #5-YIPEE!!!!
At 7:38 PM -0400 9/4/03, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Just got back from visiting Ari and [barring any complications tonight]she is coming home tomorrow morning!! Oh, Cathi, that is WONDERFUL news!!! I know I don't need to encourage or ask you to give her a big hug for me -- I suspect you'll have trouble letting her out of your sight for a few days. Wishing Ari a quick and complete recovery, Liz Caldwell Lawrence, KS
FW: [NaturalBerners] OT -- Ari update #3
this is a great way to help ari. -Original Message- From: Jennifer Lennon [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, September 04, 2003 8:23 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [NaturalBerners] OT -- Ari update #3 I would imagine that one could call the veterinary clinic with a VISA number as well. It might make donations easier for folks. Not from a trust aspect, just from a getting it done aspect. I know for me in Canada, it would be easier from a foreign funds aspect. I think that's what I'm gonna do. The phone number (looked it up on the internet) is (330) 452-8906. Wouldn't it be cool if she got there to pick her up and Ari's bill is paid!! That would be grand, indeed!! - Original Message - From: Karen Connors [EMAIL PROTECTED] ...If you feel moved to help in any way, you can send a check, no matter the amount ... Yahoo! Groups Sponsor ADVERTISEMENT NaturalBerners Features found at http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NaturalBerners/ Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to the Yahoo! Terms of Service.
Another Ari update
I called the vet this am to check on Ari and they told me to come in. This worried me as they haven't wanted me to visit in case that stressed her more. They are now extremely worried about her. Her red blood count is very low [around 27.normal is 40-60 I think they said]. So she will need blood. Gums are still grey. But the biggest worry is still her heart. She is throwing PVC's left and right. They put her on the heart monitor while I was there and she was throwing 9-12 in a row. When she has the arrythmia, her heart rate rises. It went from 78 to 190 and back. It is all over the place. God bless the staff there. They let me stay with her for about an hour.very low key just whispered gentle thoughts in her ear and massaged her, laying beside her on the floor. I told her about all the people praying for her and how much Bacchus misses her. I brought up her favorite squeaky toy so she would have some smells from home. Evidently the vet has been hovering over her constantly monitoring her. The nurses said they have never seen him do that. I know she is in the best of hands. All of the staff has fallen in love with her, and the concern on their faces broke my heart. They said usually the arrythmia stops within 12-14 hours. It has been 24 hours now. Thank you all for your prayersI will keep the list informed. Today is an important day for her survival. Cathi
RE: Another Ari update
Cathi, Too many of us understand the anguish you are going through right now. It sounds as though the vet understands how precious Ari is -- it's amazing how these dogs can make people hover around them... My thoughts and prayers are with you, Ari and Bacchus. Whatever strength and determination you need to take from us is yours. Liz Caldwell, Lawrence KS BARC Beauty Sophia, Proud Pyr Faith, Adolescent (and acting like it) Anatolian/Pyr Minco and Favorite Feline Mascot -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, September 03, 2003 7:37 AM To: Bernese Mountain Dog Mailing List Subject: Another Ari update I called the vet this am to check on Ari and they told me to come in. This worried me as they haven't wanted me to visit in case that stressed her more. They are now extremely worried about her. Her red blood count is very low [around 27.normal is 40-60 I think they said]. So she will need blood. Gums are still grey. But the biggest worry is still her heart. She is throwing PVC's left and right. They put her on the heart monitor while I was there and she was throwing 9-12 in a row. When she has the arrythmia, her heart rate rises. It went from 78 to 190 and back. It is all over the place. God bless the staff there. They let me stay with her for about an hour.very low key just whispered gentle thoughts in her ear and massaged her, laying beside her on the floor. I told her about all the people praying for her and how much Bacchus misses her. I brought up her favorite squeaky toy so she would have some smells from home. Evidently the vet has been hovering over her constantly monitoring her. The nurses said they have never seen him do that. I know she is in the best of hands. All of the staff has fallen in love with her, and the concern on their faces broke my heart. They said usually the arrythmia stops within 12-14 hours. It has been 24 hours now. Thank you all for your prayersI will keep the list informed. Today is an important day for her survival. Cathi
Ari update #3
I just returned from seeing Ari again. She still has them troubled about her heart, but they still want to do all they can. I mentioned this am that Ari would need a blood transfusion. I offered Bacchus, but he is not a good candidate. One of the vet techs is bring in her GSD for the blood this evening. I brought some hamburger and rice to see if that would help her appetite, they said she actually ate some canned food today! This morning she would only take one chunk of it from me. Ari still has a spark in her eye and a wag in her tail. If I thought she was ready to give up, I would respect that. But she still has the will to live. I know I said just yesterday that I did not want to seem like I was asking for money from the people on the berner-l. But in case anyone feels like they would like to help in Ari's case, I thank you. I have already heard from bernerfolk privately that want to help her. And now I am swallowing my pride and asking. If you feel moved to help in any way, you can send a check, no matter the amount either to me Cathi DeSantis 3533 Mollane St NW Massillon, Oh 44646 or to Stark County Veterinary Emergency Clinic c/o Ari DeSantis 2705 Fulton Dr NW Canton, Oh 44718 I don't know what else to do. I am desperately trying to buy some time and give her a chance. Cathi
Ari update
Just got off the phone from the emergency vets office. They said her heart showing signs of arrythmia [sp] earlier and her heart rate jumped to 200 [normal resting berner is around 90]. With an infusion of Lydocain they have it down to 130. She is not out of the woods. But the vet was optomistic, saying she is a real trooper and wagging her tail and wanting to love on all the staff. That's my girl. The hardest part is not being able to see her. They have asked that I don't so she is not further upset. I understand, but still it is so very hard to just sit here, waiting. To all my wonderful friends on the berner-l.I cannot thank you enough for the tons of supportive e-mails I have gotten. There are prayers being said, candles lit..I can't believe the outpouring of support. I love you all. Please understand if it takes me a bit to reply.I will keep sending updates to the list. I hate to stay on the computer too long, as I have to use the phone line and I am trying to keep it open in case the vet has to call suddenly. I will call them again before I go to bed and again first thing in the morning and will let you all know how Ari is doing. Thank you all again so much. It means so much to me to know that Ari has so many praying for her. Most sincerely Cathi
Re: Ari update
Still sending all my Positive thoughts and Prayers to you Cathi, as I know that so many of the THOUGHTFUL and CARING list members are as well!!! There is so much power in the sheer numbers that are pulling for you and both of your fur children. I do know that first hand as most of you know and would just like to reiterate that it is the strength and depth of this list and the love in all our Berner hearts that helps to carry us through. Stay focused on channeling the support that is warmly offered and know that so many of us are right there to support you as we should be. Candles are still flickering Cathi and we are hugging you hard! Genuine Berner Love coming your way. If there is ANYTHING we can do let us know! Karen and Stevie NB, Canada
Re: Ari update
Whew.that is good news!!! I hope the news keeps coming like that. I'm keeping you in my thoughts and prayers and will eagerly more good news from you later tonight!!! Love and hugs, Joye --On Tuesday, September 02, 2003 6:41 PM -0400 [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:r Just got off the phone from the emergency vets office. They said her heart showing signs of arrythmia [sp] earlier and her heart rate jumped to 200 [normal resting berner is around 90]. With an infusion of Lydocain they have it down to 130. She is not out of the woods. But the vet was optomistic, saying she is a real trooper and wagging her tail and wanting to love on all the staff. That's my girl. The hardest part is not being able to see her. They have asked that I don't so she is not further upset. I understand, but still it is so very hard to just sit here, waiting. To all my wonderful friends on the berner-l.I cannot thank you enough for the tons of supportive e-mails I have gotten. There are prayers being said, candles lit..I can't believe the outpouring of support. I love you all. Please understand if it takes me a bit to reply.I will keep sending updates to the list. I hate to stay on the computer too long, as I have to use the phone line and I am trying to keep it open in case the vet has to call suddenly. I will call them again before I go to bed and again first thing in the morning and will let you all know how Ari is doing. Thank you all again so much. It means so much to me to know that Ari has so many praying for her. Most sincerely Cathi
