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A while ago I put a thread on titled Alone Again about dogs and told people about the love of my life,my dog Sandy who was abused as a puppy. I love her dearly and last night she had a stroke. At the time I was on this site when she stood up and then just fell over. Her back legs just gave way and I had to pick her up which was no easy thing to do.She is a big dog! I sat up with her all night just stroking her and worring. The vet said today she's in no pain(I could not let her suffer after her bad start in life)and gave her a jab and some tablets to take for a week so we'll just have to wait and see how well she improves. Sandy has been my lifeline and has helped me through some very tough times and I love her dearly. She's laying by my side at the moment not really understanding whats going on and why she can't walk. Has anyone else been through this and how did they cope? I really need some help with this one. I cant imagine life without her. Please say a prayer for us. Thanks for reading this. It helps to tell someone about it. Sue x

May a blue healing light surround your dog, giving him love warmth & healing. My thoughts are with you Elaine x

Thank you very much for your kind words Elaine. Best wishes Sue

We have lost 3 dogs in the last 2 years, so sad. My thoughts and prayers are with you.Jox

Sue I will pray for you both, I know how worrying it is they are part of the famoly Love June xx

SUE I SEND MY PRAYERS THEY ARE OUR BEST FRIENDS THROUGH THICK AND THIN ((((((((((HUG TO YOU BOTH)))))))) SANDRA

just stroke her, talk to her calmly and reassure her. " say come on girl, you will be fine, we will see this through together" I will ask for absent healing for her. terri xx

Sue, Hugs, prayers and my tears for you and Sandy. There are a lot of us on this board who feel as you do. Know that you are not alone. Lindy xx

Dear Sue I am in tears for you as I write this. I know what it's like to love and worry about an animal, they give us so much pleasure and also bring us so much pain, when we are worried for them. People recover from strokes, so keep positive!!!!!!!! My love and prayers go out to you both, a big hug and kiss for both of you, please give mine to Sandy. ((((((((((xxxxx)))))))))) Lynda

Hi Sue, I'm sending you an email, from a kitty-cat owner, hugs, Lisa.

Hi Sue, I hope things are improving. I do feel for you. i know how attached I was to my dog, Sheba. We lost her at the grand old age of 17 and I still miss her. As was said earlier, humans survive strokes so I'm sure there's hope. Will they put Sandy on aspirin, like they do humans? Sounds a silly question, but my Mam had two minor strokes (one in front of me--very scary), and had no more after aspirin was prescribed. Thinking of you both! Love, Sal.xx

Be strong, your faithful friend knows you are there, and she will do her best to fight. Keep believing she will get better, I shall send some Reiki healing for you both, either way it will help. Take care, and don't give up hope. X

Dear Sue my thoughts and prayers go out to you both as I too lost my beautiful german shepherd of 16 years before I left Oz and moved to England be comforted in knowing that your cherished memories will stay with you and comfort you forever.

Sue - so sorry to hear your best pal is poorly, they are so important to us and sadly can't tell us when they are in pain, think positive. All your loving and caring will help her - big hugs & cuddles from us including our dog Lady:o) Jude s wales xx

thinking of you sue all my love lou xx

Sue, I know exactly how you feel. I went through agonies when my beloved Duchess was ill. My thoughts are with you and Sandy and also my hope for a quick and full recovery. Jean x.

Sue, Hugs and very best wishes to you both. I sure hope your doggy gets better very soon, chin up. Love Bridget x x

Sue, Thinking of you and Sandy and praying that she will be well soon. Love to you both, Val in NZ.

Sue,i know exactly what you are going through.I experienced it five years ago.Eventually i had to decide what was best for my Jenna and although i was devastated i have never regretted the decision i made.I have tears in my eyes while i am writing this.I am praying for you and Sandy.May god be with you both. John from Swansea UK

Hi Sue,have not gone through the same thing but when our first dog Sam was ill with a heart problem ,on top of being an epiletic I was heartbroken.He did recover and was on medication for the rest of his life,but each time he was ill we felt so usless.I will keep you both in my prayers . Brenda