On April 30, he was attacked by another dog at daycare. That dog bit a plug out of Jasper's left side, and he ended up having to have emergency surgery to repair the damage.
Despite the best efforts of the surgeon, and copious quantities of antibiotics, the wound got infected, so the recovery process has taken a long time.
But he was doing great--especially after the "Cone of Shame" came off.
Monday was Jasper's 3rd birthday. We had a great day--he got a bath and haircut and had a nice long walk with Dear Friend. He was feeling quite sassy.
And then yesterday, he started vomiting uncontrollably. I couldn't identify anything he might have gotten into that would make him sick. He had nothing in his stomach to throw up, so he just kept retching.
He is now at NC State University's Small Animal Emergency Service. He has had X-rays to determine that there are no blockages in his stomach or intestines. He has had blood work to determine whether he might have some acute condition and to rule out poisoning of some sort. He spent the night retching, and also had bloody diarrhea.
They are talking about testing him for Addison's Disease today and doing an ultrasound to ensure that there isn't some obstruction that didn't show up on the X-ray. The vet student who just called to give me an update on Jasper says that he is very playful and lovable this morning, but he's still retching. So he's on IV saline and getting antacids to settle his stomach.
Prayers, good thoughts, and all positive energy would be appreciated. Jasper is the most affectionate, loving dog I've ever had. The house feels very empty without him....
*with apologies to Judith Viorst. I love that book--except when I'm living it.
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Prayers for Jasper!! Ugh...I hate when kids and animals are suffering - makes you feel so helpless.
(((((You)))))
Prayers for Jasper and his bipeds!
My heart aches for you and Jasper. I've nursed my share of dogs with mystery illnesses, and it's just miserable (even in Australia*). You are both in my prayers.
*I love that book too!
Prayers for Jasper. What a dreadful ordeal for you all. Too much suffering. May the Lord envelop him with love and care and bring healing soon.
Oh I'm so sorry. It's so hard when they are suffering and can't tell us why. Hope Jasper gets better soon!
Oh, how horrible! Hugs and love to both you and poor Jasper. Awful.
I am so sorry to hear this! Prayers for Jasper, for his vets and for all of you!! Love to you!
Oh, noes! Poor Jasper! Prayers for him and for you. Boomer feels very bad Jasper had to wear the cone of shame; Little Eddie says, "Where dat goggie dat hurt my buddy Jazpuh--I gonna take him down!"
Oh, poor Jasper! Please keep us updated.
Poor thing!! I have complete empathy for you, as I had to go through similar circumstances with my beloved Cheyenne about 2 months ago.
My prayers, heart and love go out to you all right now.
((((((BIG HUG)))))))
Nope, this is not happening. Yes, I am sending prayers, big gigantic prayers!
SO sorry. Praying for you all.
So sorry for all this. Prayers and hugs all around.
Poor puppy! Sending healing thoughts his way. Hugs and/or doggie treats all round. xo
Oh poor Jasper! Prayers for you and your dear family: may you all be well together soon.
I'm so sorry Jasper's having such a hard time! I hope he's back in the pink really soon. And I know how stressful it is to have a sick animal companion. Sending you good thoughts for peace and patience.
Prayers and positive energy ascending - for Jasper and for you.
"Meshu" [Meshugganah] Heller [about 80 in dog years, still a schitzypoo puppy at heart] wags her tail very slowly and sympathetically and looks earnestly in Jasper's direction, sending healing thoughts with all Godspeed.
prayers for all
Aww, poor Jasper! (What a sweet face <3)
Prayers ascending (along w/ hugs & pets)
How dreadful. Prayers for Jasper and his entire family.
Poor Jasper! Prayers for him and his people. It is very hard when our beloved critters are sick.
Prayers onging here , dear Doxy.
Gosh, hope he's OK. Seems only yesterday that you got him.
Dear Jasper,
I am real glad that you are back home and taking care of your humans. Me and my guardian -- her name is Lindy, you might know her -- awyways we been real worried about you, dude. You have had some bad problems lately. I've been woofing prayers to the Big Dog for you to get better real fast. And Lindy might be doing it too, don't know about her. But, you can count on me. I'm your pal.
Love,
+Rowan
Bishop of Playing
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