KrisK Posted April 4, 2012 Report Share Posted April 4, 2012 Zachary, my little ironman, has been diagnosed with renal failure. In itself, it could be treated, but his heart condition has worsened as well so there isn't much to be done except keep him comfortable. I lost my Jazz two years ago (April 2) - it was Good Friday..now Zachary's failing..and it's almost Good Friday I am looking for ways to make him as comfortable as possible for the next little while. If you have any suggestions please share them. He is still eating and drinking but in the middle of the night, he vomited his food so I made the trip to the vet this morning. He thinks it might be a few days...but Zachary has always surprised us .. so it may be longer. Mojo for him would be nice... I don't want him to suffer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaryP Posted April 4, 2012 Report Share Posted April 4, 2012 Oh Kris, I'm so sorry to hear this. I've been routing for your little Iron Man and I will continue to do so. This is the toughest part about having these wonderful creatures in our lives. Stay strong, Zachary. And may you find peace during this tough time, Kris. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sue R Posted April 4, 2012 Report Share Posted April 4, 2012 So, so sorry to hear this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
juliepoudrier Posted April 4, 2012 Report Share Posted April 4, 2012 SubQ fluids and anti-nausea meds? (If you're up for it--both could help him feel better.) I'm sorry he's having a hard time, but he's rallied before and may yet surprise you. Keeping you both in my prayers. J. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G. Festerling Posted April 4, 2012 Report Share Posted April 4, 2012 Prayers from me and mine. He is the wonder dog. So who knows. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mbc1963 Posted April 4, 2012 Report Share Posted April 4, 2012 So sorry! My sister lost her little dog last summer to kidney failure due to Lyme disease - she had to make the tough call to not keep putting her through the hopsitalization/home loop. ::Sigh:: Mary Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PSmitty Posted April 4, 2012 Report Share Posted April 4, 2012 Many good thoughts and prayers for you both, Kris. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lewie'sMom Posted April 4, 2012 Report Share Posted April 4, 2012 So sorry. Hugs to you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Journey Posted April 5, 2012 Report Share Posted April 5, 2012 So sorry. Good mojo for you both. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rushdoggie Posted April 5, 2012 Report Share Posted April 5, 2012 Sending warm wishes that he will rally...hang in there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gcv-border Posted April 5, 2012 Report Share Posted April 5, 2012 Hard news to hear. Best of wishes to both of you. Sending mojo for Zach's comfort. Jovi Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bc4ever Posted April 5, 2012 Report Share Posted April 5, 2012 Praying for a miracle. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aljones Posted April 5, 2012 Report Share Posted April 5, 2012 Keeping good thoughts for you and Zachary at this difficult time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
airbear Posted April 5, 2012 Report Share Posted April 5, 2012 Mojo for Zachary and peace to you, Kris. Thinking every possible good thought for the little guy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bc friend Posted April 5, 2012 Report Share Posted April 5, 2012 Really sorry to hear this. Zachary has been such a fighter with his various health issues. Hopefully he will rally once more but if not, lots of good thoughts being sent for an easy passing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gloria Atwater Posted April 5, 2012 Report Share Posted April 5, 2012 Oh, Kris, I am so very sorry. Blessings and strength to you both. ~ Gloria P.S. I second the idea of asking your vet about nausea meds and sub-cue fluids. It may help make him more comfortable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WildFlower Posted April 5, 2012 Report Share Posted April 5, 2012 My thoughts and prayers are with you and Zachary. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShoresDog Posted April 5, 2012 Report Share Posted April 5, 2012 So sorry to hear that Zachary's fading, Kris. He has been such a stalwart little guy. Give him extra skritches and cuddles from all of us. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jo&Tex Posted April 5, 2012 Report Share Posted April 5, 2012 I'm praying for a peaceful passing for Zach for both your sakes. You've walked a long road with this boy. I suspect that you cant do any extra fluids because it would put too much pressure on his heart. That is the situation I have with Tex. Tex has lousy kidney function which means he needs extra fluids but on the other hand, extra fluids or exertion make him cough because his heart is congested and already working hard. Our old Annie passed from kidney failure. Mercifully it was quick. Annie just faded away over a span of about 30 hours. In hindsight. I would have euthanized her about 12 hours earlier than I did, just to ease her journey. As Zach fades, expect him to have tremors and possibly seizures. It is part of the process with kidney failure. He might also have laboured breathing and propping him on his sternum should help. In the old days, before we had dialysis and modern medicine, kidney failure was considered a preferred way to go as it was a gentle, easy death. The coming days wont be easy and I wish I was closer. Hugs and great mojo to you, your husband and the little Ironman. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sasha's Mom Posted April 5, 2012 Report Share Posted April 5, 2012 Hugs and puppy kisses to Zachary, and to you. Danielle Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bcnewe2 Posted April 6, 2012 Report Share Posted April 6, 2012 Ahhh Zach, poor little guy. I'm so sorry you both have to suffer so. Prayers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KrisK Posted April 6, 2012 Author Report Share Posted April 6, 2012 So far, he's resting comfortably. He sleeps alot but I would too if I were his age. There's been no more vomiting and he seems hungry. Will my little ironman surprise me yet again? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bc friend Posted April 6, 2012 Report Share Posted April 6, 2012 I was wondering how Zachary was doing. Glad to hear he's resting comfortably. Continued mojo and good thoughts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KrisK Posted April 10, 2012 Author Report Share Posted April 10, 2012 It's time. It took 3 hours to get Zachary relaxed enough to sleep. He's barking, and moaning and his breathing is ragged. I know he's in pain. I'm calling the vet in the morning to set Zachary free. Jazz will be waiting at the Bridge for his best buddy and they will once again run and play the way they did. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bc friend Posted April 10, 2012 Report Share Posted April 10, 2012 Kris, I'm so sorry. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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