[OutWest]

So I am at a weird crossroads.

Green puppy is starting to act... off... again. Now that all of the puppies are walking, I am noticing how wobbly and spastic she is again. I'm not sure if my untrained eye failed me, or what. She looked the same as them for about a week, but they were all wobbly. Now they are getting more stable and she is still... just not normal.

There is a lady that fosters for a larger rescue in the area and she specializes in neuro cases. She has offered to look at a few videos and even to take her in. The bigger rescue has access to more medical intervention stuff, like medications, x-rays, ultrasounds, etc.

But... I am probably being selfish, but... I like green pup. And no, I won't keep her for my own, but I wanted to see her through. I still have faith in her.

And she LOVES her littermates, cries when they are gone. Is it right to separate her so young?

I'm at a loss. I want to do what is best for her, ultimately.

I'd say wait until the lady reviews your videos to think it through. She's still awfully young to leave her mom and sibs, so I think your instincts are good. I also think puppies, like children, strive harder when they're trying to keep up or compete with others their age. So isolating her from the sibs doesn't sound right to me either, at least not for a few more weeks. Perhaps she can give you and Steve some exercises to do with Green Girl, much like what Jen has been doing with Bear. Worth asking. Hang in there. You've accomplished so much!

 

[ashleylp]

I sent her the videos today but it will probably take her a few days to get back to me. I am starting to feel teeth coming in so I am hoping I can switch green girl to solid food soon.

 

[Lucky Penny]

So if she looks at the videos and says she can help, is it possible to give her green girl when the pups are 8 weeks old? I know pups benefit from being together and I would hate for green girl to miss out on that. Or does she feel strongly that green girl would have a better chance going before then? Either way, I think if someone who specializes in neuro is willing to help, I would jump on it.

 

[oakleysmommy]

Tough situation. Let her watch the videos give you her thoughts and make a decision from there. I hope green girl comes around. You have done amazing with these puppies


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[mylissyk]

So I am at a weird crossroads.

Green puppy is starting to act... off... again. Now that all of the puppies are walking, I am noticing how wobbly and spastic she is again. I'm not sure if my untrained eye failed me, or what. She looked the same as them for about a week, but they were all wobbly. Now they are getting more stable and she is still... just not normal.

There is a lady that fosters for a larger rescue in the area and she specializes in neuro cases. She has offered to look at a few videos and even to take her in. The bigger rescue has access to more medical intervention stuff, like medications, x-rays, ultrasounds, etc.

But... I am probably being selfish, but... I like green pup. And no, I won't keep her for my own, but I wanted to see her through. I still have faith in her.

And she LOVES her littermates, cries when they are gone. Is it right to separate her so young?

I'm at a loss. I want to do what is best for her, ultimately.

It's possible she will just develop slower than the others, but eventually be just fine. You've done wonders with her already.

 

[SandyK]

Oh no...I hope she gets to stay with mom and sibs. Maybe she will always just be a bit behind. Slow growing is better than no growing..I would think.

 

[ashleylp]

Still no update, but little green is starting to lose/stay the same on weight so we are going to start her on a super high calorie canned puppy food from the vet. She can lap and chew moist food now, so hopefully this will help!

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[dborgers]

You've earned these

 

[ashleylp]

Thank yall!

Steven actually took little green to work with him tonight. He's hoping the vet will have a chance to play with her a bit and evaluate her. He's going to start her on the new food tonight as well!

 

[ashleylp]

Some great insight from the vet tonight!

The vet said that she believes that green puppy has "intention tremors". That is why she is a bit unstable and very spastic.

It will likely get much better as she gains size and strength, her whole body flops right now because of it's light weight and her lack of muscular strength, but with growth she should look more "normal"

But, she will most likely never be "normal" and will always have tremors. The vet said she will be "cute" special, not "special" special.

Apparently, she will basically look like a dog that has parkinson's disease.

The vet says that she would not put her down, that her quality of life should be good, she will just always have this quirk.

 

[murphy1]

That sounds like good news!

 

[ashleylp]

ughhhhh

After talking with Melissa tonight, it seems like my best option is to go ahead and have her switched to the larger rescue here in Austin.

Apparently they not only have a foster that specializes in neuro cases lined up, but they will also find an adopter for her quicker and will give her adoptive family life-long medical support for her. That's something that this small rescue can't afford to do.

They'll also be able to afford MRIs, etc, if she needs them. And they will have a specialist look at her.

But I am sad. I think this is the best decision. Reassure me? Would you do it? I ultimately want what is best for her... but... I'll miss little green girl. Miley.

 

[mylissyk]

I know you are attached to her, and it will be hard to let her go, but really truly you want her to have the best care and future possible, and this sounds like they can do that for her.

 

[lhowemt]

You will be letting go of her sometime, it is just a matter of when, right? It sounds like this is the best option for her. How lucky she has been to have fallen into your life!

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[Mayve]

Sounds to me like letting her go to the larger rescue is what is in her best interest. You have given her an amazing start and much more than some would have done. I wish you peace in whatever decision you make!

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[Barkr]

Absolutely the best decision, you have done a wonderful job, birthing,nursing and advocating for this little soul. Let her go with the knowledge that she will be safe, loved and given the best of care. Merry Christmas Ashley and all the best in the New year

 

[CAROLINA MOM]

Ashley you have done so much for this little girl already.

I think the time has come for you to give her wings and let her fly so she can have the best possible care and life she deserves.

This sounds like both a wonderful option and opportunity for her and I feel she is very lucky to have it.

I know green girl hopes a very special place in your heart, you have made it all possible for her to have a life.

If you decide to make the choice of letting her go into this Rescue, I hope you will be able to get updates about her to see how she's doing and how she's progressing.

I think you know in your heart already what your decision should be. I know it's not going to be easy, but you'll be making it out of love and it will be a selfless decision on your part.

This little girl deserves a chance for the best possible life she can have and one where she will be loved and cherished for who she is.

 

[Karen519]

Ashley

ughhhhh

After talking with Melissa tonight, it seems like my best option is to go ahead and have her switched to the larger rescue here in Austin.

Apparently they not only have a foster that specializes in neuro cases lined up, but they will also find an adopter for her quicker and will give her adoptive family life-long medical support for her. That's something that this small rescue can't afford to do.

They'll also be able to afford MRIs, etc, if she needs them. And they will have a specialist look at her.

But I am sad. I think this is the best decision. Reassure me? Would you do it? I ultimately want what is best for her... but... I'll miss little green girl. Miley.

Sounds like this rescue who has the ability to care for her and a loving foster home is her best option!!

 

[OutWest]

It does sound like that is the best option for her. Is there a reason they can't wait to transfer her to their care for a few more weeks? It seems so early for her to lose her mom and siblings. But if it means she would lose the offer of special placement and care for life, then I'd say send her now. But be sure take some wonderful pictures of her first. Sweet little girl.

 

[ashleylp]

I don't know why, but the foster likes to take young puppies, not puppies that are six to eight weeks. I asked about that... If she could stay w me until at least six weeks. The foster does have dogs that green girl will interact with, but it's not the same.

I told Melissa that I will give her to the new foster. She said Monday. I will get to meet her in person and make her promise me updates and pictures too.

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