Another Setback
Our little moo-dog was back at the doctor's today. The swelling that followed the last seizure appears to be infection-related. This morning was a bad scene. His incision was seeping from an infection and he had to be rushed to emergency. He's had another CT scan and more tests. We are now waiting on the results and will update soon. In the meantime, we're giving him antibiotics to help address the infection. Once we have more information we'll be able to adapt the treatment plan appropriately.
Last night had some calm. It was nice. Mezzie and Darbie were being the attentive brother and sister they are. Mezzie brought him a favorite stuffed toy while Darbie sat nearby and barked at anyone who got too close. She has a big voice and uses it often. Mezzie prefers to keep an eye on the perimeter and check in. Sabian didn't have the energy to play with his toy, but kept it close by to use as a pillow or just held it with his little paw. He's a big boy but seems so small right now. Being helpless in the situation we are all feeling that way. He is such is such an important part of our family that, even though things are very different right now, we still see him as the waggy, bouncy puppy we know he is at heart. Glimpses of the familiar Sabian we fell in love with still shine through. He is very sick at the moment, and we know that things will never be the same, but seeing so much of what makes him special and knowing that, even behind the dementia, he is still in there, knowing that makes it easier to adjust to this new stage. There may be less time running wildly around the park, but there's more cuddle time, and any cuddle time with this beautiful boy is very welcome as he will always be our baby.
Bunny dogs! This pic was taken right before Sabian’s surgery. Little brother Mezzie and big sister Darbie are always at his side.
