TCH-Thomas Posted July 19, 2004 Share Posted July 19, 2004 Its an open discussion so I take the opportunity... My little girl, Ginnie, in avatar is ill. She has been unwell since Saturday. Today we called the local vet who said it sounds like an emergency and we should rush to the animal E.R. A little while ago Ginnie and her mommy rushed away. The symptoms are swollen stomach, bubbeling and like 50% of her normal activity. Ok, it can be as simple as constipation, but when a doc (vet in her case) says its an emergency, you get worried. Can I please ask everyone to keep the fingers crossed that all goes well. Ginnie, I love you. :heart Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Virtual Imager Posted July 19, 2004 Share Posted July 19, 2004 Thomas, My thoughts are with you. Please let us know how she's doing as the day progresses. VI Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boxturt Posted July 19, 2004 Share Posted July 19, 2004 Little webbed fingers crossed and thinking good thoughts for you all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TCH-Thomas Posted July 19, 2004 Author Share Posted July 19, 2004 (edited) Last info is that Ginnie is about to die from cancer. If we are lucky she will survive the night. If not...well, you know the rest. Edited July 19, 2004 by Jikrantz Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Virtual Imager Posted July 19, 2004 Share Posted July 19, 2004 I'm so sorry, Thomas. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TCH-Bruce Posted July 19, 2004 Share Posted July 19, 2004 So sorry to hear that Thomas. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jslagle Posted July 19, 2004 Share Posted July 19, 2004 We so sorry about Ginny Jim and Beth Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DarqFlare Posted July 19, 2004 Share Posted July 19, 2004 Aww.. Sorry to hear that Thomas! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GroovyFish Posted July 19, 2004 Share Posted July 19, 2004 OH...I am so sorry Thomas!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pamm Posted July 19, 2004 Share Posted July 19, 2004 Oh Thomas, I'm so very sorry. I still grieve for every one of my guinea pigs that I've lost over the years. I know nothing can make it better, but what comforts me is the belief in the Rainbow Bridge, and that they're all there with my other pets who've gone ahead, happy and waiting for the day I'll be with them. Pamm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hindixp Posted July 19, 2004 Share Posted July 19, 2004 If hopes and wishes were those real I would have asked all family members to wish her Get Well Soon. Sorry to hear about that, but we all still infact i do kept my fingers crossed, after all she is taken care by a very active and energetic member of our family. May god give this another chance. My wishes are with Her. Take Care of her and Yours too. Cheer up, we really always need Thomas to be as Cheerful as he's always been!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TCH-Thomas Posted July 19, 2004 Author Share Posted July 19, 2004 (edited) Thank you everyone. :hug: Ginnie is now home and with her friend, Piggie. She looks active for the moment, but does not want to eat. The E.R vet gave her some shots, basically antibiotics and fluids, to help her through the night. Antibiotics were given to fight eventual extra diseases that may be symptoms in this. There might be a chance that she survives this even if its just 0.01% chance. The E.R vet was not an expert on guinea pigs, so she could not be 100% sure this was as bad as it sounded at first. I think though she may be correct, after all she knows vet stuff and cancertumours (not sure I spelled that correct) must be same on any animal. Anyway, Ginnie will see her ordinary vets tomorrow which are experts on guinea pigs. I and Jessica, Ginnies mommy and also known as Marve here in forum has discussed it and unless the ordinary vets can give us 100% that Ginnie will be ok...you know the rest. Edited July 19, 2004 by Jikrantz Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bunni Posted July 19, 2004 Share Posted July 19, 2004 So sorry, Thomas. I'll hope for the best. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bellringr Posted July 19, 2004 Share Posted July 19, 2004 Our thoughts are with you too, Thomas. I hope that your little girl gets 100% better! Kristi Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Samrc Posted July 20, 2004 Share Posted July 20, 2004 Bless your heart. I know Ginnie is special to you and Piggie. Pets bring joy and unexpected foolishness into our lives. The time we have them is too short and should be treasured. Unfortunately, my experience with rabbits and other small animals is that even when you get a terrific vet, the animals just can't rally around well. They just don't have the resources to fall back on. I lost rabbits to ear and teeth infections even though each were caught quickly and treated very well by vets. You and your special animals are in my thoughts and prayers. Miracles still happen.... With so many good wishes you just never know what can happen! -Samantha Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TCH-Don Posted July 20, 2004 Share Posted July 20, 2004 Thomas and Jessica, I am so sorry. I know what you are going through. When I lost my Cat in February, you were a great comfort to me. Our pets are like family and it is so hard to see them go. Their life with us is way too short. And each time we lose one it is just as hard as each one is very special to us. They have a way of nestling their way into our hearts and making us laugh and smile. They help to keep us calm and show us unconditional love. I keep a pic of my cat above the computer to look at and remember. It took a while before I could look at the pic and smile. And I have my beloved Smidget as part of my avatar so I will always see him and smile as well. My prayers go out to you and Jessica for Guinnie and Piggie as well for this will be so hard for Piggie too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TCH-Rob Posted July 20, 2004 Share Posted July 20, 2004 Thomas, I am hoping for the best. Remember that your family members are always here for you if you need us. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ejh Posted July 20, 2004 Share Posted July 20, 2004 Thomas, I'm so sorry to hear about your Guninea Pig. I have a Gunine Pig, Jenny, I don't know what I'd do if I lost her! I'll be thinking about you... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TCH-Thomas Posted July 20, 2004 Author Share Posted July 20, 2004 Ginnie 1999 - 2004 :heart You will be in our hearts forever, our girl :heart Thomas, Jessica & Piggie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
youneverknow Posted July 20, 2004 Share Posted July 20, 2004 I feel for your loss..... youneverknow............ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cmuskett Posted July 20, 2004 Share Posted July 20, 2004 awww... so sorry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pamm Posted July 20, 2004 Share Posted July 20, 2004 I'm so sorry.. I grieve with you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boxturt Posted July 20, 2004 Share Posted July 20, 2004 I'm sorry Thomas Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Samrc Posted July 20, 2004 Share Posted July 20, 2004 I know your Ginnie will be missed greatly. I am so sorry for your loss Thomas. -Samantha Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
curtis Posted July 20, 2004 Share Posted July 20, 2004 Sorry for your loss Thomas. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TCH-Don Posted July 20, 2004 Share Posted July 20, 2004 Thomas, Jessica & Piggie, I am so sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ejh Posted July 21, 2004 Share Posted July 21, 2004 So sorry to hear of your loss Thomas... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arvind Posted July 21, 2004 Share Posted July 21, 2004 OMG, I'm so sorry Thomas Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ninepatch Posted July 22, 2004 Share Posted July 22, 2004 Thomas - I'm so sorry for your loss. I know how much you love your babies, and how well you care for them every single day. It is hard to let them go, even when they've been ill. I still ache for my Clancy even though I know she's not suffering any longer. My condolences to your little family from my little family. Beth & Baxter Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deverill Posted July 23, 2004 Share Posted July 23, 2004 Thomas, I just returned from vacation so I'm a bit behind on the news. I'm so sorry for your loss of a dear friend. It's not much consolation but if she was in pain and suffering then that has ended. It's always preferred that our sick friends get better, of course, and I'm saddened that Ginny was not able to be healthy and with you for a longer time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TCH-Thomas Posted July 23, 2004 Author Share Posted July 23, 2004 (edited) Wow, so many replies, this proves family sticks together and are there for each other when something happens. First of all I would like to say... Thank you each and everyone for all your support this week. I cant go around the world giving you all a individual hug so it will have be this way :hug: . This week has been one of the toughest since my grandma died many years ago. Those who say pets do not become loved family members are so wrong. I and Jessica have two guinea pigs, the other one is called Piggie. When Ginnie left us I knew it was gonna be tough, but not this tough. I felt so bad inside me, so did Jessica too when seeing Piggie running around looking for Ginnie in the evening the day Ginnie left us. And there I and Jessica was and could do nothing for Piggie. Fortunately we were gonna babysit another guinea pig from the day after (which had been planned for a long time). It took a day but I see a much better Piggie running around now. And it also told us, we must get a new friend for Piggie in the end of next week. I know that Jessica would also like to say a few personal words to all of you, but she isnt home until tomorrow, so I guess this thread isnt over yet. Again... :hug: Thank you everyone :hug: Edited July 23, 2004 by Jikrantz Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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