Bruce is our miracle dog. Just after he turned 1 year old last June, he was diagnosed as suffering from Acute Renal Failure on July 3rd. He couldn't move, he couldn't sleep and he looked like he was about to welcome death. But we fought. I prayed so hard as we both tried to cope from depression. And after almost 2 weeks of intensive therapy and hospitalization, he was able to bounce back and was released to us for continued care.
When he came back home, as much as we wanted to forget the painful episode, on the first week we were all on strict monitoring of Bruce's progress. Acute Renal Failure is a fatal disease and damaged kidneys do not almost regenerate as fast. There's a high possibility of relapse as the doctor said and Google medical sites supported that claim. I've read that mortality rate is high and most dogs that survived most often graduated to chronic kidney failure. Select friends also shared that they had dogs who also suffered Acute Renal failure and just died even after weeks of therapy and signs good health. But I prayed and urged Bruce to be that minority, to be part of that small statistical number of dogs who survived and led a good quality of life.
It's been more than a month since he was diagnosed and it's now a month and 5 days since his release from the veterinarian. From the time he was released, he only displayed strength, vitality and positive energy and we can say that coming out from his sickness made him a better dog. His energy level remained high, his appetite remained aggressive and he maintained his sweet and protective disposition. No signs of vomiting. No signs of lethargy. No signs of pain and irritation. It was like coming out from a nightmare better than ever.
He is scheduled to visit his vet next week for some follow up check-up and blood test. I must admit, I'm anxious. His diet of low sodium, low phosphorus and protein will still apply. His kidney maintenance medicine and antioxidant will still be given. I know he is strong and he might be a miracle dog, but we've learned our lesson and we won't' be taking any chances. Acute Renal Failure is no big joke and I doubt the threat is totally diminished, so we'd continue to support him in whatever way possible so he may very well enjoy long years of quality life.
I'm so proud of all my dogs and I'm so thankful to Him, whom I believe really saved Bruce's life.
When he came back home, as much as we wanted to forget the painful episode, on the first week we were all on strict monitoring of Bruce's progress. Acute Renal Failure is a fatal disease and damaged kidneys do not almost regenerate as fast. There's a high possibility of relapse as the doctor said and Google medical sites supported that claim. I've read that mortality rate is high and most dogs that survived most often graduated to chronic kidney failure. Select friends also shared that they had dogs who also suffered Acute Renal failure and just died even after weeks of therapy and signs good health. But I prayed and urged Bruce to be that minority, to be part of that small statistical number of dogs who survived and led a good quality of life.
It's been more than a month since he was diagnosed and it's now a month and 5 days since his release from the veterinarian. From the time he was released, he only displayed strength, vitality and positive energy and we can say that coming out from his sickness made him a better dog. His energy level remained high, his appetite remained aggressive and he maintained his sweet and protective disposition. No signs of vomiting. No signs of lethargy. No signs of pain and irritation. It was like coming out from a nightmare better than ever.
He is scheduled to visit his vet next week for some follow up check-up and blood test. I must admit, I'm anxious. His diet of low sodium, low phosphorus and protein will still apply. His kidney maintenance medicine and antioxidant will still be given. I know he is strong and he might be a miracle dog, but we've learned our lesson and we won't' be taking any chances. Acute Renal Failure is no big joke and I doubt the threat is totally diminished, so we'd continue to support him in whatever way possible so he may very well enjoy long years of quality life.
I'm so proud of all my dogs and I'm so thankful to Him, whom I believe really saved Bruce's life.
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| This was taken 2 weeks after he was released from the Vet. He maintained his loving, energetic and positive disposition. No signs of lethargy, pain and nausea. He is now more curious and excited about simple things. Spends his mornings with Harvey and enjoy sleep and food more than ever. |
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