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Our precious mini dachshund, Sundance, hurt her back and is now completely paralyzed from mid back down to her tail tip. It is so heartbreaking, but we haven't given up on her yet. She is staying at the vet over the weekend, and we will find out if she is any better on Monday. Sometimes they do regain use of their back legs after aggressive steroid therapy. There is a surgery that can be done, but it is very expensive and with her being completely paralyzed in the back half, it most likely would not help her. This is unfortunately extremely common in dachshunds. They are such wonderful dogs, it just isn't fair that she is having to go through this. Please keep Sunny in your thoughts and prayers for me. My dogs are part of the family and I cannot bear the thought of her not being here any more. I am hoping for a miracle.

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I am so sorry that poor Sunny has this injury; you and your family, including Sunny, remain in my prayers. Please send updates as soon as you have them.
 
Kelli, I was sorry to hear about Sundances problem. I know it is very hard on you and I do hope that things work out for the best. I know that you may have a hard decision to make. If you need anything let me know. Even if it's just someone to talk to.
 
Kelli, you, your family, and Sundance are always in my prayers! Our little creatures ARE family members, and please know you can count on me for support anytime you need it...
 
Oh, Kelli

I'm so sorry to hear about Sunny. You know I've got a real soft spot for dachshund since I have two of them. She is beautiful (as is her Mommy), and I'll keep all of you in my prayers. My heart goes out to you.
 
Kelli.
I am sorry to hear about Sunny's injury. I will keep you and your family in my prayers.
May she recover.

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So sorry to hear of Sunny's injury Kelli.....as you said, it's something all too common in Dachshunds, but I've seen them come great strides in treating injuries like this. And being the true hounds they are.....they are very resilient.

My thoughts are with you.....keep us posted.
 
Are you considering getting a doggie cart for her if the steroids aren't effective? You know, one of those doggie wheelchairs.
 
Are you considering getting a doggie cart for her if the steroids aren't effective? You know, one of those doggie wheelchairs.
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Right now I am just waiting to see how she does over the weekend. She was very, very unhappy today, she cannot control her bladder function so the pee just dribbles out all the time. She is very frightened and obviously in major distress. It's just real sad. I don't really think Sundance would be happy with a cart, not able to control her peeing/pooping. But I will make that decision after the weekend.
 
Kelli,

Yet again, my heart skips a beat hearing this sad news. While Sunny is sometimes overly protective, she is a very sweet dog that is a part of your wonderful family. I know through strength you'll see the great life she has had with you since the early days of you and Steve's marriage. If you guys need (or want) ANYTHING, we are just 20 mins away. Maybe a playdate with Eden/Conor will help deal with the overbearing pain/stress you are having. Better yet, we should all make a date and go to the World Aquarium in Dallas via train? What could be better then trumping through a 7 story greenhouse full of critters and herps? Heck, I'll even pay the way for you, Steve, Conor, and even Kevin if he dares to come along.


KelliH said:
Our precious mini dachshund, Sundance, hurt her back and is now completely paralyzed from mid back down to her tail tip. It is so heartbreaking, but we haven't given up on her yet. She is staying at the vet over the weekend, and we will find out if she is any better on Monday. Sometimes they do regain use of their back legs after aggressive steroid therapy. There is a surgery that can be done, but it is very expensive and with her being completely paralyzed in the back half, it most likely would not help her. This is unfortunately extremely common in dachshunds. They are such wonderful dogs, it just isn't fair that she is having to go through this. Please keep Sunny in your thoughts and prayers for me. My dogs are part of the family and I cannot bear the thought of her not being here any more. I am hoping for a miracle.
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Justyn/Kelley I love you guys, you two are my brother/sister. I am trying to stay positive but this is just.. well, I don't even have to say it, you know what it is. I'll keep you posted.
 
I know Kelli, it is overbearing. If you think surgery is the way to go, let me know and maybe I can pull some strings on my end to help you on this one.

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Justyn/Kelley I love you guys, you two are my brother/sister. I am trying to stay positive but this is just.. well, I don't even have to say it, you know what it is. I'll keep you posted.
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Kelli, I'm so sorry to hear of this situation.

My former boss raises mini-daschunds, and they are tough little critters! His family had a breeding group of 18 or 20. They'd all be outside during bbq's or whatever, roaming the crowd and deciding whom to allow to pet them LOL. It would be quite a sight to see them all cock their heads simultaneously after picking up some noise, then go charging off through the field en masse after whatever offender they have identified. I've seen water ballet with less synchronicity! Amazing little dogs!

Many good thoughts and prayers coming your way from Missouri. Keep the faith.
 
kelli i am so sorry to hear about sundance. i pray the steriods work. i have seen some amazing miracles happen at my job with some pets that looked like they wouldn't recover. don't give up yet. if the steroids don't work, have you considered acupuncture or reiki? don't laugh, i have a co-worker who has some incredible healing hands. acupuncture has done miracles on my old boy tal when he was paralyzed from being hit by a car. you are definitely in my thoughts and prayers for sundance. keep us updated.
 
Bad news

We had Sunny put to sleep today. She had been staying at the vet since Friday with the hope that she would show some signs of improvement. Today when the vet called she said that the paralysis was starting to move up Sunny's body and that she was having trouble even moving her front legs. Eventually she would not be able to breathe once it got to her lung area. So we did the best thing we could for her. I am going to miss her so much, she was my little baby, my "Sunny Bunny". Maybe now she is in Heaven playing with her favorite boy.

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OMG, Kelli... I am so very sorry to hear this! I know how hard it is to have to say good-bye to a beloved, 4-legged family member. The decision to euthanize our pets is a very difficult one, even though logically we know we are doing the most loving thing for them when all else fails. My heart is broken for you and your family... please know you can call me any time you need a friend.
 
Oh Kelli........I am so, so sorry.

Just remember that you not only gave Sunny a wonderful life, you also showed her the greatest kindness a pet owner can give.....and that is not allowing her to suffer.

I will say a little prayer for all of you.
 
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