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[Lab_adore]

The waiting and the unknown is so stressful and awful, I can't imagine what you are going through @Naya

 

[Naya]

Poor girl.
Waiting is just awful.
Does the vet have any suggestions about braces or short term help for the achilles?

He said we will discuss options for this on Friday. He doesn’t want to suggest anything that could cause more damage, so just rest.

 

[SwampDonkey]

Once you have all the facts you'll feel less powerless and know what to do. Just take care of Harley and yourself.

 

[M.F.]

Thinking of you and Harley. That’s a lot to take in.

 

[Joy]

Such an awful time for you - in my thoughts. x

 

[Loraseal]

The waiting makes you feel so powerless......
So sorry you are going through such a stressful time.

 

[Granca]

Thinking of you, @Naya. The waiting seems endless.

 

[Candy]

Very much in my thoughts too @Naya. The waiting and worrying must be horrible for you.

 

[Atemas]

So sorry you and Harley are going through all this

 

[Jennifer]

 

[Cath]

Thinking of you all

 

[MellowYellow]

So horrible for all of you... Sending you lots of hugs and positive thoughts.

 

[Parodius]

Thinking of you and Harley, so sorry.

 

[Beanwood]

Thinking of you all and Harley

 

[Kelsey]

I’m so sorry, it’s so unfair having to wait and wait and wait. You all are constantly in my thoughts

 

[Naya]

Last night the vets called to say the ortho surgeon wanted to see her today. He had a meeting with my head vet yesterday who spoke about his concerns on Harleys hock and the fact that she can barely walk. We had our appointment with him and he’s decided that he wants to operate and do the biopsy at the same time. It’s probably going to be on 6th June, we will know in the next day or two. He doesn’t want her to be in pain any more so thinks it outweighs not doing anything until after a biopsy and doesn’t want her under anaesthetic twice in 2 weeks. Hope that all makes sense?

 

[Stacia]

Last night the vets called to say the ortho surgeon wanted to see her today. He had a meeting with my head vet yesterday who spoke about his concerns on Harleys hock and the fact that she can barely walk. We had our appointment with him and he’s decided that he wants to operate and do the biopsy at the same time. It’s probably going to be on 6th June, we will know in the next day or two. He doesn’t want her to be in pain any more so thinks it outweighs not doing anything until after a biopsy and doesn’t want her under anaesthetic twice in 2 weeks. Hope that all makes sense?

Yes, I can see his point of view and would agree with him. How do you feel about it?

 

[Naya]

Yes, I can see his point of view and would agree with him. How do you feel about it?

At first I was hesitant as was worried about the mast cells and putting her through surgery without knowing. I asked a lot of questions about recovery and what if the biopsy shows an aggressive tumour. We talked for nearly an hour with me firing lots of questions at him. My OH just said to do it, but I wanted more info which, in fairness, the ortho was very patient with me and my concerns. I think we’ve made the right decision. My vet is going to call me tomorrow afternoon and said he is happy to go through anything I need to and any other questions I might have. I’m still thinking.

 

[HAH]

Keep thinking, keep writing stuff down. It’s such a very tough time, and the most important thing is what you feel is right for you and Harley. We’re all with you xxxx

 

[Jacqui-S]

It's overwhelming for you.
It does sound like they are putting Harley first though.