Hi brothers and sisters. My dog, kirby has been diagnosed with ivdd (Intervertebral disk disease) which is a disease that causes loss of neurologic function. Right now he only has back pain, and is stuck in his kennel for 28 days, only allowed out for very short potty breaks. He will have acupuncture treatments after kennel rest. But his condition will worsen over time most Likley, and forcing me to make decisions such as $5000 surgery, wheelchair (if his pain can be managed), or euthanasia. I will also have to make many changes. He can no longer be allowed to use stairs, jump, give me "high fives" roll over, basically anything that could hurt his back. I feel discouraged, and unprepared. He is only 4 years old, and was my go everywhere, do anything buddy. Now he can't do everything we used to. nobody else in the household wants to help implement the necessary changes such as carrying him down the stairs when we go outside. i am really struggling to adapt,accept, and face the challenge. I spent the past weekend, sick with stress, worry and sadness about the future. i was not ready for this. I know I need to give it to God, but so much of the burden is upon me. The financial demands I wasn't expecting, and the emotional toll are wrecking me.
Prayer for adapting, and acceptance.
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I'm so sorry. I am a fellow dog lover, I have 2 shelties. I don't think you can ever be prepared for this. I believe God created animals for us to have exactly the relationship you have with your dog. Pray to God. It may take a long time for his condition to get worse It may end up not being as bad as it sounds. I'm praying for you for strength and for complete healing for your dog.
