Jessey is my world and he is very sick. To figure out what is wrong is going to cost at least $1,500 and possibly up to $2500.
Wellington
My boy, Jessey, is very sick. The vets are unsure as to what is causing his weakness and illness. I can not tell you how difficult it is to see him so sad and looking at me as if to ask what is wrong....I can't tell him. We have an appointment at Massey to ultrasound his heart (Tuesday 2 May) which will cost $1500, if he requires other diagnostics/tests in addition to this the cost will be more, possibly up to $2500. The thought that his end could come simply because of a lack of money is unbearable to me. I have no words to express how incredibly grateful I would be for any donations.
I was diagnosed with depression 10 years ago. This was when Jessey came into my life. There were days when he was the only reason I got out of bed. He has been my rock and my soulmate. I know there will be a day when he will have to leave me....but please just not yet.
Back to 90% 23 June 2015
About $2,000 has been spent so far and we have ongoing costs to look forward to.
So thank you, so very much, to everyone....your contributions have meant more than words can say!
Jessey is now on a low, to basically no, protein diet. His liver is not doing it's job and when he eats the ammonia produced goes to his brain and he goes wobbly, walks in circles, headpressing, is at risk of seizures....symptoms of Hepatic Encephalopathy. On the diet he is much happier and, I would say, back to 90% himself. He will have ongoing medicines required to keep bacteria in check (normally something the liver does) , special food and regular blood tests to keep an eye on things. He may be ok like this for weeks, months or (fingers crossed) even years. There is no way of knowing how long he has left or when his liver will pack up for good. Incidentally, the team at Massey discovered some serious disc degeneration. While Jessey was under sedation he tried to bite the radiologist when he was pressing too hard near his spine. If you knew how placid and easy going Jessey is you'd know how bad that pain must have been for him to do that.
Big hugs and love to everyone again, thank you all so much :)
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