katana600 Posted October 5, 2010 Share Posted October 5, 2010 Over the weekend our boy was quieter than normal, his grip was not good. He didn't come to the top of the cage Sunday and I had him at the vet when they opened Monday morning. His xray shows his liver is three times the size of normal, his air sacs, heart and other organs are crowded. He is severely anemic and has fluid in his lungs. He is on oxygen and we are waiting for some test results to know what to do next. It could be PDD but there are other things going on too. They gave him vitamins, antibiotics and he is in a warm incubator. I went back to the vet and took his favorite blanket and his beans and favorite dishes. He let me hold him for almost two hours and I left him in good hands with caring compassionate people. He rallied around this morning and we are keeping hope alive and will deal with whatever comes. He is just precious to me. I treasure the good time we have had and hope for more. I will let you know how it is going as we get news. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KimKim Posted October 5, 2010 Share Posted October 5, 2010 Oh no, I hope he gets better soon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jayd Posted October 5, 2010 Share Posted October 5, 2010 Bless you..... All you've done and all your doing is the best for both you and Kopi, I know Juno and every one envolved thanks you... Love Jay d and Maggie and Spock Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danmcq Posted October 5, 2010 Share Posted October 5, 2010 Oh no, not again. You and Kopi are in my thoughts and prayers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
katana600 Posted October 5, 2010 Author Share Posted October 5, 2010 I have learned so much in our short time together. This time I have a better support system both through the forum and with a really good vet. I will be there when they open in the morning and spend time with our boy while we wait for news on test results. He is so sweet through all of his troubles and he deserves for us to keep up our hope. With that said, even with the sadness at seeing him sick, it has been the greatest joy of my life to spend time with him and I knew what I was getting into from the start. He is in good hands. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave007 Posted October 5, 2010 Share Posted October 5, 2010 I wish you the best. You've given good care throughout the time you've had him. I'm glad he's in good hands. Good luck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
animalINSPIRED Posted October 5, 2010 Share Posted October 5, 2010 We'll keep you and Kopi in our prayers! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luvparrots Posted October 5, 2010 Share Posted October 5, 2010 Be pain free and comfortable sweet Kopi. I pray Kopi will turn around quickly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karcar Posted October 5, 2010 Share Posted October 5, 2010 Bless your heart, praying for all involved this kind of stuff is so hard. Karen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barbara2 Posted October 5, 2010 Share Posted October 5, 2010 My heart and my prayers are with you. Get well, Kopi! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jayd Posted October 5, 2010 Share Posted October 5, 2010 I have learned so much in our short time together. This time I have a better support system both through the forum and with a really good vet. I will be there when they open in the morning and spend time with our boy while we wait for news on test results. He is so sweet through all of his troubles and he deserves for us to keep up our hope. With that said, even with the sadness at seeing him sick, it has been the greatest joy of my life to spend time with him and I knew what I was getting into from the start. He is in good hands. Dee, the reason for this is because of you and your selflessness...And as we all admire, your strength..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
judygram Posted October 6, 2010 Share Posted October 6, 2010 Dee I am so saddened to hear that Kopi is ill, wow you have been thru the wringer but I hold good thoughts that Kopi will pull thru and be just fine, no one could have a more caring and compassionate mommy than Kopi, please keep us informed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
katana600 Posted October 6, 2010 Author Share Posted October 6, 2010 Thank you everyone. You have all had such valuable advice. It is what helped us get to this point. The best advice you have given is to listen to a grey's subtle messages because they will not show illness and it goes downhill quickly. I have been watching him closely and every time you say, get them to the vet quickly. In such a short time he went from being quiet and "different" to lying down on the way to the vet's office. The heated incubator and the oxygen were critical to him and he is still doing his best and is able to perch and to eat. All the vet tech's have been wonderful and he has two good vets looking after him. They told me I can be with him there as much as I want. I will be there when they open in the morning, and I put his backpack carrier in my car in hopes we get to bring him home. I put an air mattress in the trunk too after scoping out a spot on the floor. LOL. Seriously though, he is warm, quiet and calm. When I held him as I was getting ready to go, I said "I love you buddy" and he made his little double-kiss sound to me. I believe it is more than just a conditioned response. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barbara2 Posted October 6, 2010 Share Posted October 6, 2010 God bless you both. My heart and my prayers are with you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danmcq Posted October 6, 2010 Share Posted October 6, 2010 How sweet that he gave you kisses before leaving. I am looking forward to an update when you get a chance later today. Please know you and Kopi are in continued prayers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CathyJr Posted October 6, 2010 Share Posted October 6, 2010 Prayers going up for you and Kopi. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greywings Posted October 6, 2010 Share Posted October 6, 2010 More prayers, wishes for good healing and strength for you both. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
katana600 Posted October 6, 2010 Author Share Posted October 6, 2010 Your prayers and warm wishes are making a difference. Kopi is home! I decided to be there when they opened this morning to see him and was planning to spend the day with him. Just as I pulled into their parking lot, my phone rang and it was the vet saying I could make an appointment to come pick him up. We have no answers, but have gotten negative results for the tests for aspergillosis and chlamydia. He is responding to the antibiotics and other meds and is eating and seems way better than we saw him on Monday morning. His vet said as long as he is eating, drinking, pooping and taking his medicine orally without any issues, he will be more comfortable in familiar surroundings. I am putting him in his smallest cage and setting up the heating pad under it and keeping him warm. He seems happy and has a good attitude for all he has been through. They would like to do a liver biopsy, but not while he is so sick because the risk of bleeding is too high. So our game plan is to keep him warm, fed and in his happy place for a week and take him back in to revaluate at that time. His vet says there are many indicators that do not point to PDD, but there is so much going on right now with him that it is hard to pinpoint what the actual cause of his illness is today other than to rule out the two things they could. They have called in consultations and his numbers are indicating that TB needs and to be considered. We are just going to love him and keep him warm and give him a chance to fight whatever it is from a position of strength. He is such a sweet boy. Thanks for sharing your concern, it does help to feel your caring and to know you are pulling for Kopi to recover. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
birdhouse Posted October 6, 2010 Share Posted October 6, 2010 So glad to hear Kopi's improved enough to bring him home where he'll feel safe & loved. I hope you get the cause & Kopi gets cured very soon!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Birdnut Posted October 6, 2010 Share Posted October 6, 2010 Thanks for the update. We are all certainly pulling for Kopi. Sounds like he is getting excellent care. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luvparrots Posted October 6, 2010 Share Posted October 6, 2010 Oh it was wonderful to pop on my computer and see that Kopi is home, warm, safe and loved with his family. Strongly praying that the antibiotics do their job and a healthy Kopi is coming along. Be strong Dee for Kopi is so trying to get well for his loving family. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jingles Posted October 6, 2010 Share Posted October 6, 2010 Thank you for the update! (I want more as the week goes on!) I will be praying for him and you guys. Prayers in numbers is quite a powerful thing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jayd Posted October 6, 2010 Share Posted October 6, 2010 Strength to you, may your touch pass it on to Kopi...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reggieroo Posted October 6, 2010 Share Posted October 6, 2010 Best wishes to you & Kopi, hope he keeps getting better! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CathyJr Posted October 6, 2010 Share Posted October 6, 2010 So glad Kopi is home. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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