UTI and fluid on chest

[Shezza]

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Hi there, I was wondering if anyone had experienced this before. So yesterday morning I noticed Bailey was acting odd she was spaced out also she made a strange coughing type noise. We took her straight to the vets and she was examined but all the vet could say was she maybe pre diabetic, she gave her a painkilling jab and said to bring her back today for bloods and urine analysis. However last night she was sick and collapsed so we rushed her back to the vets where they kept her in. They run some blood test and did a scan on her uterus which came back normal. However we have had a call from the vets saying she has a severe uti and fluid in her stomach and chest, he said it’s possible that the uti has caused this or it could be something more sinister like a tumour or a heart problem, he has given her antibiotics and diuretics and he said if she perks up she can come home with medication but if she dosnt she will have to stay overnight again and have more test. Has anyone else had this experience and what was the outcome, I’m literally gutted I’m scared we are going to lose her, Bailey is 12 and is a cross lab springer.

Thank you

Sherry

 

[JoanneF]

I'm sorry to hear this. At least in the vet's care, they can attend to her needs should anything change. Please keep us updated.

 

[JudyN]

I've no advice to give, but will keep everything crossed for her.

 

[Hemlock]

Me too. What a difficult time for you. I hope for good news soon.

 

[Flobo]

No experience of this either I'm afraid... but everything crossed that she'll be home with you soon. It is the hardest thing leaving them at the vets and not knowing, sending best wishes.

 

[Shezza]

Thank you for all your lovely messages, sadly Bailey passed away at 5 o clock this morning, the vet believes she had a tumour on her heart. We are absolutely broken, she was our baby.

 

[JoanneF]

I'm so sorry. What a horrible shock for you.

 

[JudyN]

I'm so very sorry for your loss.

 

[Flobo]

Oh, I am so, so sorry... My heart goes out to you x

 

[Hemlock]

My heart goes out to you. It doesn't seem likely now, but you will be able to put the pain in a place where you can manage it better, and then all the fabulous memories will still be with you for ever. For now, most of us have been through this and send warm empathetic hugs to you.

 

[Shezza]

Thank you x

 

[arealhuman]

Oh no, I'm really very sorry. @Hemlock has got it spot on IMHO. My condolences to you.

 

[Shezza]

I honestly don’t think I can get over losing, it hurts so much x

 

[Shezza]

Her

 

[Shezza]

I feel so alone, I’m not but that’s how I feel x

 

[JudyN]

(((Hugs)))

I don't think you do ever 'get over it' (and don't listen to anyone who tries to tell you you will). But as Hemlock says, you learn to live with the pain. Doesn't mean that it doesn't still hurt though.

For now, though, it's normal to feel completely floored, as if you've been hit by a nasty flu bug. Be kind to yourself, and trust that you won't always feel like this xx

 

[Flobo]

It is the hardest pain to bear, especially when it's quite sudden and nothing will ease it... just yet... the love and connection we share with our dogs is like no other relationship, which is why it hurts so. Please do be kind to yourself, grief and this huge sense of loss will ease, at it's own pace and please take some comfort in the quite obvious love and wonderful life you shared with Bailey. Sending hugs also xx

 

[Shezza]

Please tell me this gets easier, every day it just feels worse I’ve not stopped being sick, I feel as though my heart has been ripped out, I’ve told work I’m going back tomorrow but I really don’t feel I can face it. Thank you for all your lovely messages xx

 

[Hemlock]

We have to give it time, give ourselves time, and while it never gets easier we get better at managing it. Every loss through death is different, but equal in that we can't stop how it feels. Nor should we try because that would not only be terribly bad for us, it would also disrupt the wonderful memories that are still hiding in plain sight. It comes in stages and we have to go through them. "Grief is the price we pay for love" said our late Queen, and this holds truth for any love and loss.

We understand. We are here for you.

 

[JoanneF]

Yes - it does, but not quickly. Everyone is different, there's no timescale. Also you will likely find you are doing okay then something will trigger a setback.

I think @Hemlock said it well. You learn to live with the loss.

I'd just say, I hope your work is understanding and if you need to take ten minutes, they will be compassionate. Even if that's next week, next month, whenever.

I don't know whether this is something that might help, but if you wanted to you could access pet bereavement counselling through the Blue Cross