Hello...I am new to this and am sick myself so I am going to do the best I can. My Golden Mojo is 8, he is the light of my life, my constant companion and best friend, and we are inseparable. My Mojo has been slowing down the past few weeks (he is quite heavy from seizure meds and lack of exercise, it is so hot here in SW Florida that he can barely stand walks, even at night), especially since one walk two weeks ago at night, he just sat down and that was that, we went home. He woke up with a nosebleed this morning, this has never happened before, but now I am realizing that his lack of speed when rising/laying down, along with a little moan when he finally is "spread out", may be something worse than just getting older?? I can't bear the thought of it, he is my entire universe, and I am unemployed due to illness and I am panicking about not being able to pay a huge vet bill. Does anyone know of any clinics in Sarasota/Fort Myers area that will allow someone to make payments?? I know I need to get him to the vet today, I just don't have any way to pay for it and he deserves better than this. He has saved my life before and I need to save his!!! I am desperate for any advice anyone can give me, I need to do something quick for him. If it meant surrendering him to a rescue I would do it, although I honestly don't think he would make it, he freaks out when I go check the mail or shut the bathroom door without him right by my side. I have a seizure disorder and he never ever wants to leave me (he has one too), and I never want to leave him either, any advice or direction would help. THANK YOU!!!
MaryLovesMojo
I've been lurking here for a few months, and this heartfelt thread has finally made me come out of my shell:
Good luck Mary and Mojo! I send my prayers and good thoughts out to you both each day, and Karen and Alesia you are both such wonderful souls for what you're doing to help. I hope this all works out for you guys and LOVELY Mojo will heal!
Gem xx
Good luck Mary and Mojo! I send my prayers and good thoughts out to you both each day, and Karen and Alesia you are both such wonderful souls for what you're doing to help. I hope this all works out for you guys and LOVELY Mojo will heal!
Gem xx
Mary
Mary
So glad you called Alesia.
Can you email her instead of texting, don't know if she has text.
Maybe someone on here can tell you what to give a dog so they will go number 2.
Mary
So glad you called Alesia.
Can you email her instead of texting, don't know if she has text.
Maybe someone on here can tell you what to give a dog so they will go number 2.
:wavey:Hi there!!! He went...a little...but its a start!!! I did get a text back from her, she is calling me back after church, and I emailed her also. I AM GRATEFUL MORE THAN WORDS CAN EVER SAY!!! Even my new good mood is contagious...Moj seems to be perking up!!! Between the panting...he smiles!! I will post more pics later, I am videotaping him all day. When I watch the tapes he barks at himself and then goes and collects his babies...I think he thinks the dog on the tv is going to swipe them. 
Gem...when you are ready, I can honestly say you seem like the type of person that would absolutely treasure a Golden!!! A rescue or the local pound is a good place to start, my Golden puppy Dallas (I got him when he was a baby...he died 8 years ago, and he was a handfull as a puppy but a great boy!!!)...I read an article once that so many purebred dogs get euthanized at pounds! I adopted Mojo from the Sarasota "pound"- I hate that word- and he was so horribly abused and had epilepsy too he had alot going against him- but I honestly can say he is the most amazing creature God ever created. It is like they are almost grateful you saved them, and they repay you with a lifetime of loyalty. I have never ever regretted one minute I have spent with mine, and I had alot of dogs growing up, but can't imagine my life without a Golden. Good luck!!
Will keep you all posted...my heartfelt thanks once again...this is going to be happy day!!! :wavey:
Gem...when you are ready, I can honestly say you seem like the type of person that would absolutely treasure a Golden!!! A rescue or the local pound is a good place to start, my Golden puppy Dallas (I got him when he was a baby...he died 8 years ago, and he was a handfull as a puppy but a great boy!!!)...I read an article once that so many purebred dogs get euthanized at pounds! I adopted Mojo from the Sarasota "pound"- I hate that word- and he was so horribly abused and had epilepsy too he had alot going against him- but I honestly can say he is the most amazing creature God ever created. It is like they are almost grateful you saved them, and they repay you with a lifetime of loyalty. I have never ever regretted one minute I have spent with mine, and I had alot of dogs growing up, but can't imagine my life without a Golden. Good luck!!
Will keep you all posted...my heartfelt thanks once again...this is going to be happy day!!! :wavey:
Mary
Mary
I'm going to church now-will be back in about 90 minutes.
I always stay signed on to this forum, so it can look like I'm on here but I'm not.
Keep checking your emails, too!!
Mary
I'm going to church now-will be back in about 90 minutes.
I always stay signed on to this forum, so it can look like I'm on here but I'm not.
Keep checking your emails, too!!
Gemmy
Gemmy
So glad you finally came out of your shell and hope to see many, many,more posts from you!! Keep going on the posts when you get 15 you can then send a private msg. to someone!!
Gemmy
So glad you finally came out of your shell and hope to see many, many,more posts from you!! Keep going on the posts when you get 15 you can then send a private msg. to someone!!
Gemmy
Gemmy
We can't wait to hear when you get a dog!
Are you thinking of adopting?
Dogs are JUST WONDERFUL!!
Gemmy
We can't wait to hear when you get a dog!
Are you thinking of adopting?
Dogs are JUST WONDERFUL!!
Mary
Mary
Alesia said you can try pure pumpkin for the constipation.
Note from me: Pale gums could mean dehydration and / or bleeding.
Mary
Alesia said you can try pure pumpkin for the constipation.
Note from me: Pale gums could mean dehydration and / or bleeding.
In reading back through the posts I can't tell whether or not a transport has been arranged, so I'll post this information anyway. The author of 15 Legs sent me this contact information of people/organizations that might be willing to help with transport:
Hi Garry,
EARS, a no kill facility in Englewood, may have a volunteer willing to help.
Englewood Animal Rescue
Sanctuary-EARS
Englewood, FL
941-475-0636
Website: Home New
E-mail: admin@ears4life.com
The group below has lots of contacts in South Florida.
ARC Animal Rescue Coalition | Participating Organizations
I would hope fellow Golden lovers in South Florida would be willing to reach out and help:
Contact us
If I were closer to Englewood, I would offer to drive Mojo to his appt. myself! (I'm a little north of Boston...) With an understanding that time is of the essence with animal emergencies like this, I'll be happy to seek out additional contacts for this woman if you need them.
Hi Garry,
EARS, a no kill facility in Englewood, may have a volunteer willing to help.
Englewood Animal Rescue
Sanctuary-EARS
Englewood, FL
941-475-0636
Website: Home New
E-mail: admin@ears4life.com
The group below has lots of contacts in South Florida.
ARC Animal Rescue Coalition | Participating Organizations
I would hope fellow Golden lovers in South Florida would be willing to reach out and help:
Contact us
If I were closer to Englewood, I would offer to drive Mojo to his appt. myself! (I'm a little north of Boston...) With an understanding that time is of the essence with animal emergencies like this, I'll be happy to seek out additional contacts for this woman if you need them.
I'm afraid it may be a few years yet! My lovely partner, Jase, and I have decided to work through our mini-debt first and then are going to start looking for a golden. I get so insanely excited though, and spend so much time on the forums, researching goldens and how to care for them that I just wish to have one now! DP had a wonderful golden when he was growing up that lived to be 21 before he went to Rainbow Bridge and we feel like he is always with us, so at least we have a golden in spirit until the wonderful day comes when we can find one to add to our family
I can't decide if I'd like to adopt or have one from a puppy. However, the idea of rescuing a golden to give it a fresh start in life and lots of love and the safety it should have had the first time around sounds so rewarding. Mary, I'm sorry for rambling in yours and Mojo's thread! :smooch:
GGDenny
GGdenny
Thank you for trying to help Mary and Mojo!!!
AS FAR as I know Mary and Alesia (From Gold. Ret. Rescue of SW Florida spoke today at noon and arranged some way of getting Mojo to the animal hsptl. for a consultation betweeen Tues and Friday of this coming week, depending on when Doctor can see him. Can You tell her thank you and to stay on stand by in case Mary would need other help with Mojo?
Bless you, Gerry!!
Karen
GGdenny
Thank you for trying to help Mary and Mojo!!!
AS FAR as I know Mary and Alesia (From Gold. Ret. Rescue of SW Florida spoke today at noon and arranged some way of getting Mojo to the animal hsptl. for a consultation betweeen Tues and Friday of this coming week, depending on when Doctor can see him. Can You tell her thank you and to stay on stand by in case Mary would need other help with Mojo?
Bless you, Gerry!!
Karen
Mary
Mary
Alesia called and left you a voice mail and has texted you.
Please let us know how you and Mojo are and call Alesia.
Mary
Alesia called and left you a voice mail and has texted you.
Please let us know how you and Mojo are and call Alesia.
Mary and Mojo
Mary and Mojo
Alesia and I are SO WORRIED about you both, since we haven't heard anything.
Please contact us!
Mary and Mojo
Alesia and I are SO WORRIED about you both, since we haven't heard anything.
Please contact us!
Alesia
Alesia spoke with Mary today and they will be taking Mojo for a consultation on Thursday.
PLEASE EVERYONE, pray very hard.
Alesia spoke with Mary today and they will be taking Mojo for a consultation on Thursday.
PLEASE EVERYONE, pray very hard.
Mojo sounds a lot like our bridge boy Jake - Mary, you are absolutely right! They know when you've saved them & they've found their forever home. Prayers coming your way!
We are sending the prayers and all the Light and Love that we have in this moment to Mary and Mojo!!!
Joy's family from Paris
Joy's family from Paris
We will be praying for you for your Thursday consultation too Mary and Mojo. I hope it turns out to be something treatable....K
Asking for Prayers
Asking for lots of prayers for MOJO!!!!!!
Just heard from Alesia that Mojo's appointment with the oncologist is today at 1:00. Please pray hard for Mojo and for Mary (she hasn't been feeling well).
Asking for lots of prayers for MOJO!!!!!!
Just heard from Alesia that Mojo's appointment with the oncologist is today at 1:00. Please pray hard for Mojo and for Mary (she hasn't been feeling well).
Thank you for letting us know....she has not emailed me anymore. Please let us know how it turns out and I'll keep the good vibes and wishes going that Mojo will be ok...
Angelina
I haven't heard from her either but a wonderful lady with GRRSWF is going to let me know how Mojo does.
I haven't heard from her either but a wonderful lady with GRRSWF is going to let me know how Mojo does.
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