So Murder Dog's situation began to decline rapidly yesterday. She suffered another internal bleed, and all signs pointed to it being the big one. As I was weighing the options, however, she began to perk back up a bit. I decided that it would be best for us to head back to Philly so that we could be close to the UPenn Vet Clinic. Once we arrived in Philly, her condition appeared to stabilize so we spent the night cuddling in the back of the Element. I told her that she didn't have to keep fighting for me. If it was time, then it was time.
Morning came, and she was still about the same. I was able to bring her into the Clinic, and they confirmed my suspicions regarding her current state. They were impressed, however, with the fight she continues to show. This dog's will to live is pretty incredible. She keeps finding a way to bounce back despite what we know to be the eventual outcome.
As our luck would have it, though, we also had some vehicle issues on our trip down. Now we're sitting at a local Honda dealership, awaiting word on the Element. As has been the case through our #Vanarchy journey, even when things go wrong like this we end up in the right place at the right time. Not only did we end up less than 5 miles away from a Honda service center, but they managed to have a cancellation which allowed us to be seen on short notice. Now I just hope that our luck holds out a little longer, and that this requires a quick and inexpensive fix.
We will likely remain here in Philly for the time being, as Murder Dog's condition can shift again at any time. I know that I don't have much time left with her, so I'm just trying to make the best of what time we do have. She's still not currently in any pain, which is the one thing keeping me from making the decision that I know I will eventually have to make. Well that, and the fact that her incredible ability to continue bouncing back from the brink keeps giving me pause. She just doesn't know how to quit.
Thank you everyone for your continued concern and support. I've been prepping for this for months, but that doesn't make it any easier. If I drop out of sight for a minute, you will know why.
Oh, and fuck cancer. Fuck it with a spike covered, acid soaked bat...
So sorry to hear that Murder Dog's condition is declining, but amazing how much fight they can show. I feel for ya, and know what you're going through... Knowing it's coming & having more time still doesn't make it any easier, as I learned. The bond between man & dog is simply amazing. They teach us so much about life & ourselves. Here's to hoping you have the best of times together while the pup keeps fighting, and that the pain stays away. And ya, fuck cancer, I'm with you on that!
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I'm so sorry to hear this. I had to have my own dog put to sleep a few years ago. He was 13 years old and had a good innings but it still broke my heart.
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I know what you're going through with a beloved pet in bad health. Cherish the time you have.
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