Friday, April 22, 2022

This wasn't in the script..

Sophie doesn't want lunch. This is the first time she's ever refused food. We always used to joke that we'd know she was ill if she wouldn't eat. By five pm she's out of it, her eyes yellow, her breathing laboured. She is rushed to the vets . Although it's near closing time  he, and the team, spend an hour and a half with her.

After blood tests the prognosis is 50-50. Her TB ( Total bilirubin )  should be between 0 and 8.8. It's 147! 

She spends the night in the surgery on a drip. 

This morning more will be known about the reason(s) for the sudden deterioration. We are told 'decisions' may need to be taken. The vet understands that our agreement with her is clear and simple -  no pain. He says he can guarantee that for her but not for us.

I like our vet.


 

65 comments:

Fay said...

It is very hard to find words of comfort; perhaps words of understanding will suffice. A good life, and a good end, are all we can ask for. I hope, with all my heart, that she continues her very good life.

vfh159 said...

Oh no. Please no.

Cathy D. said...

Dear Angus and the Font, (I'm sorry I don't know your name).
This is devastating news and so unexpected! Wishing Sophie a quick and full recovery so she can protect you from the C-A-T-S. I'll be checking in regularly for any updates you can provide. My thoughts are with all three of you. Cathy

Tink said...

This is very bad news all round. Hoping she can pull through and sending kind and loving thoughts.

Linda Sue said...

DAMN! worst news of the day! I googled all I could, looking for some optimism. So sorry, our favorite Diva pooch suddenly on a metal table with a hose in her somewhere, I do hope and hope and hope that she pulls through.

Robin Larkspur said...

Thinking of you, Angus and your dear Font
Hoping Sophie will get well

Virginia said...

Oh NO! Hugs to you, through eyes full of tears.

Liz Hamblyn said...

I am so sorry. This must be a difficult time for your family. I am sure I can speak for many of your readers that we enjoy reading about the happenings of a small French village, even if nothing happens. Kia kaha (stay strong) Our thoughts are with you.

A reader said...

The only time I want to believe in heaven is when I lose a dog. No matter the outcome, Sophie will be waiting for you and The Font. Sending you courage and love from Tiburon, California,

Shelby

WFT Nobby said...

This cannot be. With all my power, I'm willing Sophie to get well, and sending love and strength to Angus and the Font. Never have I wished more just to be reading about the croissant score, the walk through the village and a comment on a conversation with men in dark suits.
Gail.

Ruth said...

Everything has been said and I can only join with you and everyone here in waiting and hoping.

NicoleG said...

At a loss for words, hoping so much Sophie will pull through.

suej said...

Oh Angus and the Font - not again! Thinking of you both and Sophie and hoping / praying all will be well.

Taste of France said...

Fingers crossed for Sophie's speedy recovery.

Tigger's Mum said...

Gail and Nobby said it all. We follow you both daily and can't imagine the pain this brings to your lives. Sending Sophie lots of get well and no lingering effects wishes. xxx Mr T and F

Diary of a Nobody said...

Oh no I am so shocked , I am sending Sophie all my healing thoughts .

Penny said...

Our family's thoughts and prayers are with you and dear Sophie who makes the world a better place each day.

Hilary said...

Oh no, I have only recently started reading your blog and love hearing about your and Sophie’s morning walks. I agree with all comments, especially Gail and Nobbys. I will be sending all my best wishes to Sophie. Get well soon.

JayCee said...

A long term follower but first time commenter here. Just wanted to say how very sorry I am. Thinking of you today.

Ruth S said...

So sorry,brought tears to my eyes so can't imagine how you are feeling.Love the daily catch up with your lives and think we often take things for granted, the little window we look through into other people's lives. Sending hugs to Angus, The Font and of course Sophie, hoping for good news and many more croissant ends, Ruth xxx

Jennifer said...

Sending love, light and healing to Sophie. So very sorry.

Jean said...

Oh dear, fingers and toes crossed here for Sophie. You seem to have a very good vet and I'm sure he will do his best for you all. Love and prayers from us, Hugo and Daisy, hoping to hear good news.

The Life of Riley said...

This is so unexpected that I am lost for words, except to say my thoughts and love are with you, "The Font" and Sophie. Enzo is also sending gentle woofs to Sophie and thankful you have a good vet.

Susan said...

I'm so sorry to hear this. I'm hoping for the best.

Yamini MacLean said...

Hari OM
SOPHIE! One hedge consumption too much? Sending all the POTP that my low internet will permit through the ether...

Angus and "Font"; my heartfelt prayers ... YAM xx

Sheila said...

Sending wishes that Sophie recovers.
Sincerely,
Sheila

Coppa's girl said...

Oh Angus and 'The Font' I am so shocked to read such distressing news. My thoughts echo Gail's and I pray for Sophie's speedy return to health.

Tara said...

Good thoughts for Sophie and her herd that this is merely a bump in the road.

Camille said...

Hoping and praying dear Sophie will be well again very soon. Absolutely Holding you all in our hearts.

Susan said...

Paws crossed for Sophie. I look forward to reading her adventures each morning.

Lesley in Chicago said...

Incredible how the sudden poor health of a blogger's pup in France can affect the life of a long-time reader in Chicago. I echo all the sentiments above. Hoping this is but a blip in a much-longer life for the diva. Lesley

Anonymous said...

Having just lost our faithful friend, I am crying over the thought of you losing Sophie. Sending all positive vibes your way, that you will be posting only good news, soom.

sillygirl said...

Sophie (and you) are my bright lights each day - sending that light back to her today no matter what happens. We are all here for you.

Anonymous said...

Like everyone else, I pray Sophie recovers. She enjoys her life way too much to leave at this time. I read a story a few years ago about a female golden retriever who ate something poisonous. She became deathly ill. I think her family ended up taking her to University of Pennsylvania Veterinary College. Their dog was very sick but after about three weeks of aggressive treatment, she began to recover. She went on to a full recovery. I don’t know if your vet could possibly consult with the college if Sophie does not seem to improve quickly.

With so much horror and loss in this world currently, Sophie is a daily dose of pure joy. I can only image your anguish over her condition. I hope Sophie with her two titanium legs has the strength to fight off this virulent attack.

My family’s thoughts are all with you during this difficult time.

Maudie said...

This is devastating news. Hoping that her magnificent strength of spirit will bring her through this. Sending love to all of you.

Susan said...

Hugs and prayers. We just lost our 13 yr old Wheaten Terrier and the pain is still there. Tears came fast after reading today's post. I so hope for the best and embrace no pain.

Travel said...

Oh My! Take care,

Pam in NH said...

Oh, our darling sweet Sophie! Sending love to all Sophie's fans and family. XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX

Lizzie said...

Another long term follower but first time commenter. I'm thinking of Sophie running through the field of dandelions just yesterday. Do hope she will do it again soon. Thoughts and prayers with Angus, the Font, and darling Sophie.
Lizzie

Swan said...

I’m so sorry, sending you all love..we all love her so much

Mary said...

I will be holding the three of you close in my heart. Sophie is always a bright spot in my daily life.

mhgardendogs said...

Oh, Sophie.

Millie and Walter said...

We're so sorry to see this news and have all paws crossed that Sophie can recover.

Bentley said...

So sad to read this post. Sending prayers to Sophie and both of you.

10NISNE1 said...

Not again! My heart sank when I saw Sophie's photo. I am so very sorry. Prayers for everyone.

Janice said...

Sending Sophie and her family lots of pawsitive thoughts. I really enjoy my cup of coffee reading Of Sophies adventures.

Donna Finnell said...

Sending prayers for the puppy who gives me a smile every morning when I read your blog.

Susan said...

I have been following your wonderful blog since you first started it, with Bob and Sophie. You have my heartfelt prayer for a miracle recovery for Sophie and strength for the two of you to get through this awful time.
Sending healing vibes and love from Minnesota!

Bailey Bob Southern Dog said...

Sending hope and love for dear sweet Sophie, and will be thinking of you Angus and The Font.

Anonymous said...

Sophie, Angus, and the Font -- you are in our thoughts and prayers 'round the world.
Karin in Colorado

Jake of Florida said...

Oh Sophie. So many of us are holding our breath hoping you will overcome this sudden violation of your Ponette well being. Angus, dear Font, our hearts are with you, remembering past dreadful moments. xxoox

Pamela Terry and Edward said...

Oh, Angus.
Continual prayers from here.
Love to you all.

rottrover said...

Sending love and strength to you all.

Diaday said...

Holding all of you close in my heart. Please get better, Sophie. You and your adventurous walks and Angus's stories about life in deepest France profonde are such a bright sopt in so many peoples's days.

Iza said...

So sorry to read this. I hope she pulls through. She's such a lovely girl.

Kate said...

Sending all good wishes for lovely Sophie and for you.

Anonymous said...

So very scary for all of you. Sending hopes and prayers that the family diva recovers and is back home soon.

Charlotte said...

🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

Sharon said...

Oh Sophie, stay strong. I look forward to seeing you everyday. I have only had C-A-T-S and you have been my dog.

Poppy Q said...

Our thoughts are with you all.

Julie and poppyq (the cat)

The Bougalou Bear said...

Not again!
Prayers from TO for many more curly croissant ends and "setting the world to right" confabulations on culverts for Sophie.
Angus and The Font, my thoughts are with you. Ne perdez pas espoir, le pire n'est pas toujours certain.

Fi from Four Paws and Whiskers said...

Setting up a new blog reader yesterday and a google search for your blog brought up images of Bob and Sophie when you first got them. I reflected fondly on their adventures and the sadness of losing Bob - so today it is a terrible shock to see the gorgeous Sophie like this - and with my vet hat on, concern that she is lying on a table with no supervision....which also says she must be very unwell that no one expects her to fall off. For the fourth time we weep for a little dog in deepest France that we all love so much - and her beloved owners. No pain - we know you will do the right thing if you have to but hoping so much for a full recovery and more dandelions as soon as possible xxx

Unknown said...

So sorry for you both and dear Sophie. I hope she recovers soon. I love to start my day reading about Sophie and her excursions

Allison said...

I am so very sorry to read this. There are no words.

Virginia said...

I keep on coming back Angus, hoping to hear good news, and fearing the worst. Thinking of you all.