KrisK Posted May 11, 2012 Report Share Posted May 11, 2012 Just got a quick note from Jo&Tex. Tex, her blind BC, is having a very bad day and she's off to the vet as I write this. So, I'm asking that you all send lots of good mojo for Jo and Tex. I'm sure she won't mind me asking on her behalf. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rua Posted May 11, 2012 Report Share Posted May 11, 2012 Mojo for Jo and Tex..hope all is ok... *puppy prayers* Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WildFlower Posted May 11, 2012 Report Share Posted May 11, 2012 Mojo coming! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaryP Posted May 11, 2012 Report Share Posted May 11, 2012 On it's way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aljones Posted May 11, 2012 Report Share Posted May 11, 2012 Mojo coming north now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G. Festerling Posted May 11, 2012 Report Share Posted May 11, 2012 Just sent out of here! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
urge to herd Posted May 11, 2012 Report Share Posted May 11, 2012 Mojo from California headed to Canada. Ruth Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TEC Posted May 12, 2012 Report Share Posted May 12, 2012 You got it. -- Best wishes, TEC Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bc friend Posted May 12, 2012 Report Share Posted May 12, 2012 Mojo, prayers and good thoughts sent their way! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sue R Posted May 12, 2012 Report Share Posted May 12, 2012 Hillbilly mojo heading their way from the beach. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
juliepoudrier Posted May 12, 2012 Report Share Posted May 12, 2012 Oh Tex, hang in there buddy. I'm selfish and want to keep hearing about your adventures. Lots of mojo and prayers coming from NC. J. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jo&Tex Posted May 12, 2012 Report Share Posted May 12, 2012 Tex had been doing really well. He has had some health issues but he greatly improved on a low protein diet to protect his kidneys. He was active, enjoying his walks and being a holy terror in the house but yesterday he just crashed. He will be 13 in October. He is going deaf and he has some confused days but mostly, having Tex in the house is like living with a small, furry Godzilla. Sadly, the news is not good. Tex is bleeding out and it is coming from a cancerous tumour in his bladder. Tex is very weak from the anemia. He is having trouble getting to his feet and his hind legs are sliding out from under him so we're helping him get around. Tex still has an appetite so he had a steak and a porkchop last night along with rice with liver juice. This morning he got to his feet when Stephen started making the dog's food. As long as he wants to eat, I know it's not time yet. Medically, the liver and kidneys are functioning reasonably well. The diet he is on has been a big success in strengthening his body. But Tex has wasted away in the last month. He is just a skeleton under all that fur and that is from the cancer. He has infection again and he is on Baytril to help knock it down and buy him some time. The vet (new vet) was very clear that Tex is not long for this world...days, maybe a week or two. There is nothing that can be done to stop the bleeding out. His lungs sounds weren't very good so we think the cancer is in the lungs as well. This morning he is content to lay on his blanket and just listen to whats going on around him. Spot, our 6 month old puppy, adores Tex and keeps coming over to wash his face which Tex enjoys. Tex is just very very tired but for now he's comfortable. I'm doing okay but this is a big deal for me. Tex is my heart dog and for a few tough years in my life, Tex and Loki gave me a reason to keep going. I have a wonderful partner now who loves Tex and all our dogs and we'll make sure that Tex knows how special he is to everyone who has ever met this amazing dog. Thank for all the mojo and to my friend Kris for always being there for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
juliepoudrier Posted May 12, 2012 Report Share Posted May 12, 2012 Oh Jo, I'm so sorry to hear this. You and Tex have definitely been through some rough times together. You saw all his potential and gave him a chance, and the love you share is repayment for the faith you had in each other. He was there for you and now you're both there for him. I know you'll treasure whatever time you have left, and I know that when it's finally his time, you will let him go with the same love that brought him into your heart in the first place. I will be praying for you and Stephen to be able to cherish this time you have with him and to not be too saddened by his passing, but instead to rejoice in a life well-lived, a life that got an amazing second chance because of you. Peace to you all. J. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Journey Posted May 12, 2012 Report Share Posted May 12, 2012 Jo I am so sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bc friend Posted May 12, 2012 Report Share Posted May 12, 2012 Jo, we've all been blessed to know Tex through your posts. His spirit and courage have been incredible as he just got on with life despite some limitations. Although I know you're not ready for him to leave, I hope his passing from this life is easy and gentle for him. I'm so sorry your time w/Tex won't be longer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shoofly Posted May 12, 2012 Report Share Posted May 12, 2012 Jo, i'm so sorry. Your story with Tex has been amazing. It's so lucky that you 2 found each other. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nancy in AZ Posted May 12, 2012 Report Share Posted May 12, 2012 This is such sad news. I wish you peace in the difficult days to come. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mdaniels Posted May 12, 2012 Report Share Posted May 12, 2012 I'm so sorry. I hope you can find comfort. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShoresDog Posted May 13, 2012 Report Share Posted May 13, 2012 Jo, I am so sorry. I hope your remaining time with Tex is good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
airbear Posted May 13, 2012 Report Share Posted May 13, 2012 Oh Jo, I wish the news were better. I've so enjoyed reading about Tex over the years, and what he means to you comes so clearly through your writing. Cherish the time you have left together. We'll be thinking of you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PSmitty Posted May 13, 2012 Report Share Posted May 13, 2012 I'm so sorry, Jo. You and Tex are in my thoughts and prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pippin's person Posted May 13, 2012 Report Share Posted May 13, 2012 I'm sad to hear your news of Tex, but what adventures you've given each other. We in MI are wishing you all peace for the coming days as we hold you in our thoughts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bc4ever Posted May 13, 2012 Report Share Posted May 13, 2012 So very sorry to read the report about Tex. I swear my heart stops beating for a few seconds whenever I hear about another sweet soul heading for The Bridge. Praying for peace; for Tex and for everyone who loves him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
urge to herd Posted May 13, 2012 Report Share Posted May 13, 2012 Jo, I'm sorry that Tex is poorly. I so appreciate all that you've shared about your life with him. The two of you have been inspirational to me. Sending hugs for you and DH and a soft skritch behind the ears for Tex. Ruth and Agent Gibbs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jo&Tex Posted May 13, 2012 Report Share Posted May 13, 2012 Tex got up this morning and wandered around the kitchen. He ate his breakfast and gnawed on a bone for a while. Around noon, he went outside to pee and came back in and then felt very tired. We took him out to lay in the sun on his blanket. Tex died a few minutes later. He just took some deep breaths and went to sleep. Tex knew that we were both there with him and his passing was very gentle and peaceful. I cant believe he's gone. Thank you for the mojo and good wishes. I believe it helped ease Tex on his way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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