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Kero needs more time!

  • Grief

      8 November 2023

    Kero took his final breaths just before 8am yesterday morning.

    We had finally managed to get him booked in to see a specialist in Auckland for 8:30am. Kero wasn't stable enough to cope with the travel.

    My family and I feel so robbed of precious time with our darling boy. He didn't deserve any of this.

    We continue to be overwhelmed with all of your love and support. We are so sorry we can't pass on positive news to you all.

    Over this short period, I maxed out my Afterpay account and received a loan from a friend to aid in covering the medical costs. If anyone is in a position to donate, despite Kero's passing, please know that our family would be eternally grateful. We are just trying to keep our heads above water.

    As stated in my previous update, if donations exceed what is needed to cover our debts then this would go towards Kero's aquamation and urn. Any other funds would be used to pay it forward to another animal/s in need.

    This page will continue to be active until, what would have been, Kero's 11th birthday.

    Again, I apologise I couldn't bear better news.

    Our hearts are shattered beyond explanation. Please, hold your furbabies close, never take a moment for granted. Tomorrow isn't promised.

    Rest in peace, my angel, Kero. There won't be a day that goes by that you aren't on my mind and in my heart. x

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    • 08/11/2023 by Hind

      I am so very sorry for your loss 😞 Fly free beautiful Kero.

  • Another brief update.

      6 November 2023

    I'm updating our goal and page closing date.

    Now that we know the specialists are unable to give us any idea of treatment costs I have opened the goal. Kero's care has already well exceeded the original $2000 goal.

    I am currently accessing Kero to see if he is stable enough to make the trip up to Auckland. If he is, then we will update you.

    Every moment with Kero is precious. We have so much faith in him to overcome this cruel ordeal, but we know that we need to accept that he may not make it through this. His days may be numbered, our hearts are broken.

    If, for whatever reason, Kero doesn't pull through, the kind donations will still be used to pay off all remaining medical fees and loans. If this is covered and there are any remaining funds this will go towards cremation, a beautiful urn for our angel, and we will pay it forward to another animal/s in need.

    The new closing date for this page has been set as Kero's 11th birthday.

    My family and I want to thank you all again for your overwhelming love, and support. We will continue to update you throughout Kero's journey. xxx

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    • 06/11/2023 by Tania

      Praying for Kero I really hope the specialist is able to help darling Kero

    • 06/11/2023 by Hind

      Oh no :(

      Please please please be well enough to see the specialist Kero

  • Yet another blood test...

      6 November 2023

    Kero went for his daily blood test this morning. We were hoping numbers would at least be stable since his blood transfusion, but that isn't the case. His numbers are dropping rapidly. He has also refused food since his transfusion, so it's been a struggle to administer his medication.

    In my last update, I mentioned that transferring Kero to a specialist in Hamilton was our next option but, unfortunately, that specialist is away until next week, and he just can't wait that long. The next closest specialist is in Auckland. We requested the referral and they made contact within the hour. They said we could bring him up overnight and they would examine him which would cost $350-$450 depending on the centre we went to. They couldn't give me any other figures regarding potential costs for any treatment required as every case is different, so I'm unable to provide you all with a quote at this time.

    Kero just doesn't seem to be stable enough to make the trip up to Auckland, my heart is breaking 😭💔

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  • Kero has been receiving treatment!

      5 November 2023

    Kero has been having daily check ins and tests with the vets, and as of yesterday, he was critical.

    Kero had an overnight stay at our local emergency vet clinic. With a loan from an amazing friend, we managed to get him a blood transfusion and IV fluids, etc. Sadly, the cost definitely exceeded the target amount I've set on this page. Every single cent counts and I have so grateful for all of the love so far! 😭🤍

    So far, there are still no signs of platelet regeneration, but medication takes time 😥 I have been told of a new option we could pursue which would mean having Kero transferred to a specialist in Hamilton to receive treatment that isn't available locally. I would love to attempt the specialist treatment but, once again, it would be thousands more 💔

    I am absolutely heartbroken, seeing my happy-go-lucky boy deteriorate before my eyes 😭💔 I am trying so hard to keep a rational mind so I can make the best possible decisions for him going forward. Please, know that I have been reassured that Kero is not in pain, just very drained and exhausted.

    Again, we are so thankful for all of your love and support during this distressing time 😭🤍

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