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[Lidian]

Prayers Needed! Rufus update!

I just got off the phone with D~. She is on her way to work and asked me to update y'all.

Rufus is with his regular vet and they're running a bunch of tests the other vet neglected to do. There is a chance that Rufus IS NOT IN KIDNEY FAILURE! He is, however, severely dehydrated, so they're working on that and doing a full battery of tests to figure out what's going on.

Pray, think happy thoughts, whatever you can do to get them a miracle for Rufus to have some more time with the Geurts. I know we have some major prayer warriors here... We prayed for Judy's family dog, Bandit and look at how that turned out. Let's see if we cant do the same for D~'s family.

D~ you know we're all pulling for Rufus.

Thanks for the update Marianne! Fingers are crossed that it is something simple that was overlooked and he'll be fine!!!

I'll continue to pray for Rufus and D's family.

 

[mommy2mrb]

Prayers Needed! Rufus update!

I just got off the phone with D~. She is on her way to work and asked me to update y'all.

Rufus is with his regular vet and they're running a bunch of tests the other vet neglected to do. There is a chance that Rufus IS NOT IN KIDNEY FAILURE! He is, however, severely dehydrated, so they're working on that and doing a full battery of tests to figure out what's going on.

Pray, think happy thoughts, whatever you can do to get them a miracle for Rufus to have some more time with the Geurts. I know we have some major prayer warriors here... We prayed for Judy's family dog, Bandit and look at how that turned out. Let's see if we cant do the same for D~'s family.

D~ you know we're all pulling for Rufus.

thank you for the update Marianne!

praying hard for a miracle for sweet Rufus!

 

[nowellsl]

BIG prayers going out!!

 

[Corrine 1973]

Thanks for the update Marianne.

Prayers that sweet Rufus will be alright.

 

[cogero]

Marianne

Thanks for the update.

Sending more prayers right now.

 

[DMGeurts]

and it isn't the good news we've been praying for.

We were so hopeful, but it isn't to be. However, we appreciate the prayers more than you all know.

Ruf is not dying of kidney failure, exacly. That is why the vet ran more tests, some of his results from last week pointed in other directions. I am thankful, however, that our vet had the decency to double check, and make sure there was nothing we could do.

As it turns out, Ruf has a massive tumor on his kidney/s and there is nothing that can be done. The vet gives him 2-3 days, tops.

We were so hopeful, but it just isn't to be. I still feel like it isn't his time, but we have no choice, but to let go.

We thank you for all your prayers and support, it means so much.

D~

 

[solana131]

Oh my gosh, how did I miss all this??? So sorry for you and your family! Growing up I never had pets, so I never understood why people got all upset over this. Then I got a kitty when I got my first place. We had my Sammy for 11 years. That isn't that old for a cat, so when we came home from a weekend camping trip and found him dead it was such a horrible shock! We never got to give him the goodbyes he deserved, so at least you can feel lucky that Ruf gets that. He knows how much he is loved and all you have to do is look into his eyes to see that.

Sounds like the same thing my brother-in-law just went through. They had a boxer that suddenly just wouldn't eat and had no energy. The vets originally said it was lime disease. Then said it was kidney failure. Then determined after they lost him that it was a very fast moving cancer on his kidneys. Oh, I feel for you! So sorry

 

[VBAndrea]

When we had the lab with cancer, once we felt like he was in too much pain we had the vet come out to the house to give him the injection. We wanted him at home with us when he had his final sleep. It's such a hard thing to watch though

That was wonderful that your vet came to your house. My neighbor is a vet and he put their cat down at their home. It is hard, but it's also a good feeling to know that you can be with your pet in his.her final moments. I always cry (we've had a lot of pets so I experience this all too often) but I always feel good being present for my pet.

and it isn't the good news we've been praying for.

We were so hopeful, but it isn't to be. However, we appreciate the prayers more than you all know.

Ruf is not dying of kidney failure, exacly. That is why the vet ran more tests, some of his results from last week pointed in other directions. I am thankful, however, that our vet had the decency to double check, and make sure there was nothing we could do.

As it turns out, Ruf has a massive tumor on his kidney/s and there is nothing that can be done. The vet gives him 2-3 days, tops.

We were so hopeful, but it just isn't to be. I still feel like it isn't his time, but we have no choice, but to let go.

We thank you for all your prayers and support, it means so much.

D~

D~ I'm so sad for you and Rufus. I am happy though that you have the answers you need and can enjoy your time with Rufus. I now pray that he stays comfortable and that you fill your heart with even more loving memories of your sweet dog

 

[tinkbell13]

Tink: You know, I am a horrible friend... Do our trips overlap at all? Will our paths cross??? If so, we need to plan a mini-meet... by my calculations - we should overlap by a couple of days??? Take a peek at our schedule on the first page, see if we can make it work at all???
D~

Don't even think that you are a horrible friend! You have a lot on your mind lately and are doing exactly what you should be - living and loving every moment you have with Rufus. In your position, I would be the same.
We do overlap for a few days but aren't in any parks on the same day. If only I'd known when we were making our plans. If you want, I can PM you our US cell number if you want to text me once we are there so we can maybe set something up if plans change.

and it isn't the good news we've been praying for.

We were so hopeful, but it isn't to be. However, we appreciate the prayers more than you all know.

Ruf is not dying of kidney failure, exacly. That is why the vet ran more tests, some of his results from last week pointed in other directions. I am thankful, however, that our vet had the decency to double check, and make sure there was nothing we could do.

As it turns out, Ruf has a massive tumor on his kidney/s and there is nothing that can be done. The vet gives him 2-3 days, tops.

We were so hopeful, but it just isn't to be. I still feel like it isn't his time, but we have no choice, but to let go.

We thank you for all your prayers and support, it means so much.

D~

Oh D~, I am so sorry to see this. I was catching up on today's posts and saw what Marianne had posted and thought maybe it would be good news. I had my fingers crossed and was hoping for all I was worth for Ruf and you guys. I'm glad you took Ruf to your vet for a follow up and that he was able to pinpoint the issue for you. I know the outcome is still the same unfortunately, but at least now you have a better idea of timing and can really make the most of the remaining moments.

 

[mommy2mrb]

Oh sweetie, was so hoping for good news I am so sorry to hear about the tumor...cherish your time with Rufus and being together with Josh and the girls.

know you all are in my heart

 

[smile5sunshine]

I have been (and will continue to) lift your family up in my prayers. May you all be surrounded by comfort and peace during these difficult days.

Sunshine

 

[DMGeurts]

Again, thank you everyone for your prayers for Ruf.

I came home from work this afternoon to find Josh sleeping on the floor in the livingroom next to Rufus - it was so sweet.

Now that I am home and have been able to talk a bit more to Josh, it seems that Rufus has a tumor that completely covers his back (near his hips, under his spine, on his kidneys). The Vet seems to think that Ruf is masking his pain.

Last fall, Ruf was having some hip issues, the vet x-rayed him at that time and the tumor didn't exist. It is possible that is was so small that it couldn't have been seen. So, this is a fast growing tumor, and just seeing how far down hill Ruf has gone in just a matter of days, it doesn't surprise me. His back end frequently quivers now, and the other day, his back end completely went out from under him twice (it hasn't happened since).

The vet recommends that if he doesn't pass peacefully by Wednesday, that we bring him in as a family and put him down.

I am sorry to be asking for so many prayers these days - I am not normally one to ask - but I am asking for prayers that Rufus dies peacefully in his sleep, so we don't have to put him down - it would just break our hearts in every way imaginable to have to do that, but we will if he seems like he is in too much pain.

Someone said something to me today, and it really brought me a lot of peace. And even though it doesn't make my heart hurt any less, it made me realize that there will be a time in the future where we will be able to move on. She told me that Ruf was very lucky to have us as a family, and since we are such a good dog family, we must give another dog as wonderful of a life as we have given Rufus - if only to carry on what he would have wanted us to do. Dogs are meant to have one owner, they live a short life - humans are meant to have many dogs because we live longer. It made sense to me when she said it.

We are so very lucky to have him in our lives, and we are so lucky to have learned to love through him - he has turned some of my hardest days into something bearable - and I will never forget that. He is irreplaceable, but he is also like a child - even if you have more, it doesn't make you love the others any less.

We will forever love and remember our Ruf.

D~ <--- Who is off to cuddle her guy.

 

[nowellsl]

Awww, my heart goes out to you and your family! It's true, if anyone was meant to raise a dog it's you. Your words are truly touching and your love just shines through. Enjoy the time you have left with him

 

[Corrine 1973]

D,

I am so sorry that the news from the vet wasn't better. I was so hopping for the best and could only imagine how you felt when you got the horrible news. Rufus has truely had the best family that he could have possibly had and I am sure that he has cherish every second with you that you have had with him.

As hard as it is I will pray for him to have a quiet passing surrounded by the people who truely love him. I also pray that his remaining time is as painless as possible and overflowing with love.

I can't wait to see you all next week so that I could give a great big hug in person.

 

[mommy2mrb]

D~....

if this gives you some comfort, they don't suffer at all when they are put down, Rufus will just fall asleep without any pain...pray he doesn't have any pain and you all can just be with him

I agree with your friend, you are such a dog family and if/when the time is right Rufus will be there to guide you to find a new member for your family

 

[BrerMama]

So sorry to hear that his time is short. Treasure the moments you have. Seal them in your memory, and then let him go peacefully.

I'm sure you will in time find another dog to welcome into your family. You're too loving not to find him.

 

[dianemom2]

Again, thank you everyone for your prayers for Ruf.

I came home from work this afternoon to find Josh sleeping on the floor in the livingroom next to Rufus - it was so sweet.

Now that I am home and have been able to talk a bit more to Josh, it seems that Rufus has a tumor that completely covers his back (near his hips, under his spine, on his kidneys). The Vet seems to think that Ruf is masking his pain.

Last fall, Ruf was having some hip issues, the vet x-rayed him at that time and the tumor didn't exist. It is possible that is was so small that it couldn't have been seen. So, this is a fast growing tumor, and just seeing how far down hill Ruf has gone in just a matter of days, it doesn't surprise me. His back end frequently quivers now, and the other day, his back end completely went out from under him twice (it hasn't happened since).

The vet recommends that if he doesn't pass peacefully by Wednesday, that we bring him in as a family and put him down.

I am sorry to be asking for so many prayers these days - I am not normally one to ask - but I am asking for prayers that Rufus dies peacefully in his sleep, so we don't have to put him down - it would just break our hearts in every way imaginable to have to do that, but we will if he seems like he is in too much pain.

Someone said something to me today, and it really brought me a lot of peace. And even though it doesn't make my heart hurt any less, it made me realize that there will be a time in the future where we will be able to move on. She told me that Ruf was very lucky to have us as a family, and since we are such a good dog family, we must give another dog as wonderful of a life as we have given Rufus - if only to carry on what he would have wanted us to do. Dogs are meant to have one owner, they live a short life - humans are meant to have many dogs because we live longer. It made sense to me when she said it.

We are so very lucky to have him in our lives, and we are so lucky to have learned to love through him - he has turned some of my hardest days into something bearable - and I will never forget that. He is irreplaceable, but he is also like a child - even if you have more, it doesn't make you love the others any less.

We will forever love and remember our Ruf.

D~ <--- Who is off to cuddle her guy.

When I saw Marianne's post I certainly was hoping for the best for Ruf. I am sorry to hear the sad news. I am glad that your wise friend was able to say something so soothing. Rufus was very lucky to have you all just as you were lucky to have him.

 

[lovesdumbo]

We will forever love and remember our Ruf.

Prayers for Rufus and your entire family.

 

[cogero]

Many more prayers for you all. (((hugs)))) enjoy your time together. Your friend is very wise.

 

[cajunfan]

D...I am so sorry. I will be praying for you all. Give Ruf a hug for me and a "good boy"...he sounds like he has been one heck of a guy!


Hugs to all.

Lynn