Candygirl Posted November 22, 2013 Report Share Posted November 22, 2013 My Poor Purd is undergoing surgery as I type. She has been in pain all night and the vet is doing what they can as they think she may have a blockage. It has made me realise how the time difference can be a right pain when all you need is to hear a friendly voice for support and you cannot call them in the middle of the night. They don't tell you that in the brochure, but I know it is part and parcel of the deal I have signed up for. Also, for those who are bringing their pets over, get the pet insurance sorted PDQ. We have not and so far it has cost $160 for consultation, $700 for anaesthetic, $300 for xray, after that I don't remember as I was just numb and too pre-occupied signing the consent forms and thinking I have flown my baby 10,000 miles, had her locked up for 30 days and now she could be seriously ill. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest10912 Posted November 22, 2013 Report Share Posted November 22, 2013 My Poor Purd is undergoing surgery as I type. She has been in pain all night and the vet is doing what they can as they think she may have a blockage. It has made me realise how the time difference can be a right pain when all you need is to hear a friendly voice for support and you cannot call them in the middle of the night. They don't tell you that in the brochure, but I know it is part and parcel of the deal I have signed up for. Also, for those who are bringing their pets over, get the pet insurance sorted PDQ. We have not and so far it has cost $160 for consultation, $700 for anaesthetic, $300 for xray, after that I don't remember as I was just numb and too pre-occupied signing the consent forms and thinking I have flown my baby 10,000 miles, had her locked up for 30 days and now she could be seriously ill. She will be fine. You need to stay strong and don't give up. My cat was also pretty ill in quarantine, it is a bluddy cruel and unnecessary process and thank god it has been reduced to ten days, although that still not far enough as far as I am concerned. How long as she got to go until the end of the sentence? Hopefully soon she will be back home and you can pamper her and get her back to good health. In the meantime, work out what you can do. When my cat was ill but still imprisoned I sent a vet in every day to check him out, I felt better for doing something. He came out severely underweight but soon bounced back. And as for pet insurance in Australia. I gave up on it, in a separate incident, my other cat had a paralysis tick bite, we had medibank pet insurance and after a year of pursuing my claim, I just gave up. Australian insurers don't pay out, I am a seriously persistent person but in the end I just had to give up as they did not answer any correspondence and always "lost" the telephone call. We always had pet insurance in UK, but here we realised we might as well just save the premiums and "self insure". Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Candygirl Posted November 22, 2013 Author Report Share Posted November 22, 2013 Thanks v. much. She came out of quarantine on Sat, but has not been herself. I just put it down to the stress of a new house and surroundings. until last night when she started yelping. I have called the surgery and there is no news. Still in surgery. I am sat here with both phones by my side. This wait is agonising. Not good news about the pet insurance then. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Candygirl Posted November 22, 2013 Author Report Share Posted November 22, 2013 The Vet Nurse has just called. I have got to go and see them at 4pm to discuss. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest10912 Posted November 22, 2013 Report Share Posted November 22, 2013 The Vet Nurse has just called. I have got to go and see them at 4pm to discuss. Is that all they said? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
travelchic Posted November 22, 2013 Report Share Posted November 22, 2013 Lorraine I'm so sorry to hear about your pooch. Big hugs hun x x x x x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beandownunder Posted November 22, 2013 Report Share Posted November 22, 2013 oh no, poor purd and poor you :-( I hope things improve quickly- sending positive vibes to you both xxxxxxx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nikkis2000 Posted November 22, 2013 Report Share Posted November 22, 2013 Oh Lorraine I hope she's ok Sending you cyber hugs xxxx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
odies Posted November 22, 2013 Report Share Posted November 22, 2013 sending hugs to you and lots of kisses to you poorly dog. really hope it all works out ok xxxx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raychelsb Posted November 22, 2013 Report Share Posted November 22, 2013 Really hope all ok, I have been following your progress on the quarantine process. Sending hugs and get well vibes xx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lou8670 Posted November 22, 2013 Report Share Posted November 22, 2013 Hi Lorraine I have just read your posts about your dog. So so sorry to hear they've had to have surgery. Keeping my fingers crossed the vet will be able to work their magic. Love Lou x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dxboz Posted November 22, 2013 Report Share Posted November 22, 2013 Aw Candygirl I hope your fur baby is ok x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Candygirl Posted November 22, 2013 Author Report Share Posted November 22, 2013 Thanks so much. I now know why the vets did not say anything on the phone. I was shown the x rays and it shows that Purd has a piece of her spine in her pelvic area. The vet cannot say for sure, but in her opinion, either something has fallen onto Purd's back or she has fallen onto her back. I know that nothing like this has happened since Sat, but of course she has not been with me for a month previous to Sat. I honestly don't think anyone has intentionally harmed her, but we will never know what has taken place and we are more concerned with how she is and what the future holds for her. She had a blockage as she has been in pain when needing to crouch to go to the loo so has tried not to do this. I can only think the pain got worse over time. She is a strong dog normally and does not show pain easily. They have cleared out her out and we have some pain meds to give her, 3 a day and also some laxative syrup to make it easier for her to pass her motions. We have to return on Monday for the vet to see her again. Their concern at the moment is to get her comfortable and to manage the pain and then they feel she will need to be referred to a specialist for his opinion. I never envisaged anything like this in a million years and what a start to Purd's new life Down Under! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daveakaginge Posted November 22, 2013 Report Share Posted November 22, 2013 My Poor Purd is undergoing surgery as I type. She has been in pain all night and the vet is doing what they can as they think she may have a blockage. It has made me realise how the time difference can be a right pain when all you need is to hear a friendly voice for support and you cannot call them in the middle of the night. They don't tell you that in the brochure, but I know it is part and parcel of the deal I have signed up for. Also, for those who are bringing their pets over, get the pet insurance sorted PDQ. We have not and so far it has cost $160 for consultation, $700 for anaesthetic, $300 for xray, after that I don't remember as I was just numb and too pre-occupied signing the consent forms and thinking I have flown my baby 10,000 miles, had her locked up for 30 days and now she could be seriously ill. Like all the others, my thoughts are with you. We had similar, Buddy came out of quarantine, with an eye ulcer, took him to the vets, they discovered a large hole in one of his teeth during the check up......it had to come out. $950 later we came to a rapid conclusion, become an Oz vet, live well. I really hope this has a happy ending, I really do. xx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
verystormy Posted November 22, 2013 Report Share Posted November 22, 2013 Thinking of you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest9824 Posted November 23, 2013 Report Share Posted November 23, 2013 Thanks so much. I now know why the vets did not say anything on the phone. I was shown the x rays and it shows that Purd has a piece of her spine in her pelvic area. The vet cannot say for sure, but in her opinion, either something has fallen onto Purd's back or she has fallen onto her back. I know that nothing like this has happened since Sat, but of course she has not been with me for a month previous to Sat. I honestly don't think anyone has intentionally harmed her, but we will never know what has taken place and we are more concerned with how she is and what the future holds for her. She had a blockage as she has been in pain when needing to crouch to go to the loo so has tried not to do this. I can only think the pain got worse over time. She is a strong dog normally and does not show pain easily. They have cleared out her out and we have some pain meds to give her, 3 a day and also some laxative syrup to make it easier for her to pass her motions. We have to return on Monday for the vet to see her again. Their concern at the moment is to get her comfortable and to manage the pain and then they feel she will need to be referred to a specialist for his opinion. I never envisaged anything like this in a million years and what a start to Purd's new life Down Under! CG, hope all goes well for Purd, sorry to hear your sad news. Peax Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
taylors4 Posted November 23, 2013 Report Share Posted November 23, 2013 So sorry to hear this news, really feel for you, hope your fur baby is going to be okay. Really not a good start to life here, but they know what they are doing, hoping for a more positive report on Monday, everything crossed for you xxxx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beandownunder Posted November 23, 2013 Report Share Posted November 23, 2013 oh no, what a start to your new life, fingedos crossed she is ok. making me think twice about bringing our dog with these quarantine stories :-( Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happy little Vegemite Posted November 23, 2013 Report Share Posted November 23, 2013 Sending the biggest get well soon vibes to your poor pooch, I hope she is going to be OK! Big hugs x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lou8670 Posted November 23, 2013 Report Share Posted November 23, 2013 So sorry Lorraine to hear about Purd. I would definitely be making a complaint to quarantine! I hope the vet can do something for her. Keeping my fingers crossed for you xxx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lindor Posted November 23, 2013 Report Share Posted November 23, 2013 So sorry to hear about Purd CG, I hope she makes a full recovery! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bridges Posted November 23, 2013 Report Share Posted November 23, 2013 Just read this post and my thoughts are with you. We have a dog and a cat who unfortunately we are leaving behind, breaks my heart but their going to my parents so that helps, but can't imagin having to go through what you are at the moment big hugs x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nancy Posted November 23, 2013 Report Share Posted November 23, 2013 Oh candygirl so sorry to hear about purd. Hope she's on the mend now.x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rossmoyne Posted November 24, 2013 Report Share Posted November 24, 2013 Hoping that Purd is doing OK during the weekend CG...... if you need specialist vet advice I can thoroughly recommend Perth Vet Specialists in Osborne Park. They are the ultimate in Vet care in WA and I expect this is where your Vet will refer you.... keep up all advised how Purd is please..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Candygirl Posted November 25, 2013 Author Report Share Posted November 25, 2013 Thanks Guys. Purdy has had a good weekend. She is still yelping a little when she tries to relieve herself, but she is still on strong painkillers. We are back to the vet for a further check up this evening. We took her for a gentle stroll yesterday along the foreshore at Rockingham. The vet had said to still exercise her, but only a little walk and nothing too strenuous. I have not contacted quarantine or anyone. There is no way that anyone is going to admit anything, and to be fair, this could have happened anywhere. If the vet had said it had happened in the last two weeks, then I would have been straight up there, but she cannot say when this happened. Purd may have had this injury on the way over. If someone did say oh yes I did it, except me poking them in the eye, it won't help my Purd and I am trying to use my energy to help Purd. This is something that no one could have imagined and honestly I would not let our experience put anyone off from bringing their pet to Oz. My other little one is absolutely fine and just glad to be home again and like us is counting the days until the sofas arrive. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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