sea4th Posted June 15, 2007 Report Share Posted June 15, 2007 The vet just had her assistant call me, while she had Obi on the operating table. Things looked grim. He had about a 20 per cent chance of survival. The sutures had opened. Some of the intestine was absessed, and his entire abdominal cavity would had to have been cleaned. Even with the 20 per cent chance of survival of this surgery, there was a risk, since they didn't know why the sutures didn't hold in the first place, of something going wrong again. They could have removed 2/3 of his small intestine, which sounds like it would not have been a pleasant way of living for the rest of his life. So I made the decision to say good bye to Obi. I think as I write this, Obi is coming to the Bridge. Rest in peace, my sweet boy. I hate life sometimes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bailey44 Posted June 15, 2007 Report Share Posted June 15, 2007 I am so sorry that you lost little Obi. You are in my thoughts and prayers and please know that you did your best for him. I'm so sorry for your loss. Charlene Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KrisK Posted June 15, 2007 Report Share Posted June 15, 2007 Oh Vicki, I'm so sorry I was really hoping he would rally and things would be fine. There have been a lot of good dogs going to the Bridge these last few weeks - run free Obi, run free Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
airbear Posted June 15, 2007 Report Share Posted June 15, 2007 Very sorry to hear about poor Obi. What an awful thing - I hope you're ok, knowing that you did everything you could for the sweet boy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sea4th Posted June 15, 2007 Author Report Share Posted June 15, 2007 I have to break the news now to a family with two little boys who were preparing their lives for Obi. Obi deserved a good, long life. Thanks for all of your prayers and well wishes. They were not for nothing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sweet_ceana Posted June 15, 2007 Report Share Posted June 15, 2007 I am so sorry. The other side of this bridge is greener. Thank you for giving him such a nice life Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SAR-BC19 Posted June 15, 2007 Report Share Posted June 15, 2007 Im so sorry to hear this news, my thoughts and prayers are with you. I was hoping for good news, at least he is not in any more pain any more. *SALUTE* Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dixie_Girl Posted June 15, 2007 Report Share Posted June 15, 2007 What devestating news. Please be strong, knowing you did the best for him. I know it will be hard making that phone call. Run free Obi. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Odin's Momma Posted June 15, 2007 Report Share Posted June 15, 2007 I'm so sorry . . . reading these posts always reminds me of Odin's (and now Flora's) own mortality . . . someday we'll all make a googbye post for our pups - it makes me so sad to even think about it. Parents always say they should never outlive thier children . . . I wish we didn't have to outlive our dogs Hugs from Newfoundland. Be strong. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G. Festerling Posted June 15, 2007 Report Share Posted June 15, 2007 I am so sorry to hear this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
koolkat01 Posted June 15, 2007 Report Share Posted June 15, 2007 I'm sorry for your loss. At least Obi will be without pain now. Be strong. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShoresDog Posted June 15, 2007 Report Share Posted June 15, 2007 Oh, gosh, that is such a rotten outcome for the poor little guy. I'm at least glad it wasn't a long dragged out thing. I hope that another dog is possible for the little boys. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brandon M Posted June 15, 2007 Report Share Posted June 15, 2007 Sorry to hear about Obi. You did the right thing Vicki. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WyoBC Posted June 15, 2007 Report Share Posted June 15, 2007 I'm so sorry to hear about Obi. I wish there was something I could do to help. Run free Obi. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beth G Posted June 15, 2007 Report Share Posted June 15, 2007 Aw man I am so sorry. But I agree. You did the right thing. I hope that Obi is having a great game of ball while he is up there running free. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smileyzookie Posted June 15, 2007 Report Share Posted June 15, 2007 Im so sorry you had to make a decision like this. Rest in Peace little boy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catu Posted June 15, 2007 Report Share Posted June 15, 2007 I really, really sorry. once again I take my hat for you people who spare your money and your heart for rescue dogs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Black Watch Debatable Posted June 15, 2007 Report Share Posted June 15, 2007 Lots of sympathy coming your way from SoCal. I'm terribly sorry he didn't pull through, but glad he's no longer suffering. Hugs to you for helping him and so many others. L. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
borderlicious Posted June 15, 2007 Report Share Posted June 15, 2007 I'm terribly sorry. Godspeed, Obi. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
philip4420 Posted June 15, 2007 Report Share Posted June 15, 2007 It was so sad to read the news. I know it must be really hard for you but at least you did the right thing for him at the end. Sometimes we just have to let go. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest WoobiesMom Posted June 15, 2007 Report Share Posted June 15, 2007 I'm so sorry to hear this, know you did the right thing for him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moss Posted June 15, 2007 Report Share Posted June 15, 2007 Oh no I have just finished sending positive vibes and have now read this. How terribly sad for Obi, for you and for his new family. Run free at the Bridge Obi. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carson Crazies Posted June 15, 2007 Report Share Posted June 15, 2007 Oh no, Vicki, I'm so sorry. Run free Obi. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2 Devils Posted June 15, 2007 Report Share Posted June 15, 2007 Sorry that you had to go through this... I feel for the family too. You did right by Obi. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BustopherJones Posted June 15, 2007 Report Share Posted June 15, 2007 Look not where I was For I am not there. My spirit is free. I am everywhere; In the air that you breathe. In the sounds that you hear. Don't cry for me, My spirit is near. I'll watch for you From the other side; I'll be the one running, New friends by my side. Smile at my memory, Remember in your heart: This isn't the end, It's a brand new start. Please accept my condolences on the passing of your beloved pet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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