Updates
05/09/2013
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Crystal GraceHello everyone. I just wanted to post an update. Loki's leg seems to be doing about the same. The incision is still a slightly raised and red - and Dr. Peacock responded last week. I am posting a copy of the email trail below which contains the recent update. Thank you everyone for caring about Loki and everyone who has taken care of him, and helped us save him. I never knew it would take so much even AFTER the surgeries, and never expected the infections which has been very difficult to manage. I pray that this leg heals because we can't manage any more in terms of his care. I can never thank you all enough. Thank you Pat Johnson for your recent generosity. We send you and everyone our love....You are in our hearts always.
From: Crystal Grace <crystalmariegrace@yahoo.com>
To: John Peacock <John.Peacock@vcahospitals.com>
Sent: Thursday, May 2, 2013 10:47 AM
Subject: Re: Loki - bumps
Thank you so much for getting back to me so quickly Dr. Peacock, I really appreciate it. I 'll try the Benedryl, and keep an eye on it.
Worries me a little only because they thought the same thing last time about the internal sutures when I took him too Golf Rose Animal Hospital for the last infection ( they said it was likely irritation from the suture knot at the end. ) Hopefully, that is truly the case this time around.....and this will be the last you hear from me.
Thank you for everything.....have a good rest of the week, and a nice weekend.
Crystal
From: John Peacock <John.Peacock@vcahospitals.com>
To: Crystal Grace <crystalmariegrace@yahoo.com>
Sent: Thursday, May 2, 2013 9:57 AM
Subject: RE: Loki - bumps
I understand your concern given the last surgery. I would try benedryl to see if they respond first. You can give up to 100mg twice daily. If they persist or worsen lets schedule another recheck exam. They may also be related to the sutures under the skin that are absorbing. A lot of times as the suture dissolves it will cause an inflammatory reaction in dogs with sensitive immune systems. Most of the time if we give it time, the suture will dissolve and the reaction will subside. I would not panic yet but let's keep an eye on it and send me more pictures if things change.
JP
From: Crystal Grace [crystalmariegrace@yahoo.com]
Sent: Wednesday, May 01, 2013 10:25 PM
To: John Peacock
Subject: Loki - bumps
Hi Dr. Peacock,
Sorry to bother you......
I don't know if you noticed when Loki came in for his x-rays yesterday, but he has two little bumps on his incision line. I didn't think to mention it, because when I checked them last they weren't as red and were barely noticeable. I hoped/assumed that they were just irritation or allergies. However, today I looked at the bump/s again and they are noticeably larger. When Loki had his surgery on the other leg, he had a similar bump about a month after surgery. I took him to his primary vet - and they said it was nothing. It started out small like the one he has now, and grew progressively larger. About a week after I took the photos, I took him back to the surgeon who did the surgery. She opened the incision & took a culture of the bump, and that is when they found out he had MRSP infection. I'm worried because the bump on this leg is looking very similar to the bump he had before. It is red, slightly raised, and also shiny. I took a few pictures just now - my camera is not very good, and it's bad lighting. Hopefully, you can get an idea. I also included the pictures of the bump from the first surgery 8.30.12 -which is the first attached folder.
My only concern is that the other doctors sent me home the first time I brought him in with the same looking bump, and later it turned out to be MRSP. Would the x-rays have indicated any soft tissue infection? I don't believe anything showed up on the x-rays the first time this happened either. I'd have to ask Dr. King at the Specialty Center in Middleton, WI. I just remember they had to open his leg up, take the culture, and then they flushed it out, and treated him for MRSP.
I'm so happy glad the bone is healing well, but the bone was healing well on his other leg too when the same thing happened -so now I'm worrying again about these bumps.... they are looking very similar as the last time.
Thanks again for everything Dr Peacock. I really appreciate how kind you've been, all you've done to help us, and Loki.
Sincerely,
Crystal Grace
05/01/2013
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Crystal GraceLOKI UPDATE: Hello everyone...... Loki had x-rays at the vet yesterday, and Dr. Peacock said the bone is healing very nicely, and Loki is doing well! He said no reason to return, that all is well. I was happy beyond words that this was all over, and was looking forward to posting some new happy pics of Loki soon online. Today, I noticed he has two little red, shiny & raised bumps along his incision line. They look similar to the bumps that popped up last time when he developed the MRSI infection about a month after surgery on his left leg. I'm having horrible anxiety right now, and very worried for poor Loki. My camera is not very good, and takes bad pictures at night.....but I took a couple photo's of the bumps, and emailed Dr. Peacock. They look very similar to the ones I took when this happened last time. :( PLEASE PRAY for Loki that he is healing, strong, and will be ok!!! I'm so tired of all of this roller coaster and just need Loki to be alright. Hopefully, it's nothing & just allergies or something.... Love and thanks to all. Dear god/universe, please bless Loki and let him continue to heal, and be healthy, and let these bumps go away. ♥
03/04/2013
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Crystal GracePlease pray for Loki.....this is the latest email to Dr. Peacock, Dr. Hillier, and Bella Moss:
Loki had knee surgery on Thursday, the 28th on his right leg. He has not been doing well since - and developed a fever this after noon. I took him to the ER at the Aurora VCA where the surgery was preformed. I was advised that the fever was most likely due to inflammation, but it was suggested a full blood panel be done to rule out a systemic infection. A culture was taken of the inside of Loki's leg prior to closing the incision at time of surgery. Apparently the culture was not yet available, but from what I understand they were able to obtain the preliminary culture results. According to the accessment, preliminary aerobic and anaerobic culture results do show evidence of a resistant Pseudomonas bacterial infection which is only susceptible to Marbofloxacin ( Zeniquin ) . I was instructed to give Loki (1) 200mg tablet a day until further directed. He is also still taking the Doxycycline dosage of 400mg 2x a day recommended by Dr. Hillier.
I am worried on what the next steps will be. I have never seen Loki show pain before. After the first TPLO surgery on his left leg, there was very little bruising and hardly any noticeable swelling. He was full weight bearing on the leg the same day we brought him home. He was not in pain, nor did he cry, and he ate just fine. It was only after a month or so after did we notice a small abscess forming & shortly after discovered it was MRSI. He never had a fever or suffered in such pain. I'm very sad and don't understand why after taking all of the preventative measures this time, that it could be even worse than before in all aspects. I gave Loki baths with medicated shampoo for two weeks prior, and treated him with the Doxy as advised.
I would like to know if Loki will need to have the incision reopened,cultured again and flushed. I am worried about the prognosis, and need to prepare financially. The antibiotic that I was given alone is $400 for a month supply - and I don't know if it is long term like the last infection. We are barely getting by right now. I am mentioning all of this because I am so worried on how we are going to help Loki. We love Loki so much it breaks my heart to see him suffer, and worries me that I am not be able to follow through with his care. I want to do everything we can to save him. I have used the last available amount on my credit card ($466 )this evening for his ER visit, and then the remaining $160 balance was taken out of my bank account which was meant to cover our rent that I mailed out on the 1st. I don't care, and will do whatever it takes to save Loki, and gather funds, even if it means not paying our rent..... but I need to have a clear idea on what or what can not be done so that I can get started. Please, I know I am asking a lot for help & guidance. It is my job to do right by Loki, and It's a promise I made to him, and myself. Please help me keep it.
If there is anything anyone can do to share Loki's fundraiser, we would be so grateful. I have posted his link below which includes his story.
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My spirit feels crushed everyone.....
02/25/2013
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Crystal GraceHello everyone..... Just wanted to say thank you again and again from the bottom of our hearts for everything you have done to save Loki. His left leg seems to be healing well, and clear of any MRSI . We haven't been able to confirm this with any x-rays, but have faith it is healed & will remain that way. .
Loki is going in this Thursday, the 28th for surgery on the other leg! Please keep him in your thoughts and prayers that he heals quickly & that everything goes smoothly this time around! More updates to come after the 28th.
LOVE, and MANY MANY THANKS TO EVERYONE....ALWAYS.
P.s
PAT & SCOTT, thank you for your recent donation. We are so extremely grateful to you & to everyone. Normally, I would reach out on the comments area, but since the site changed -it won't allow comments to be posted when logged in. Once again, thank you both for your generosity & kindness. Pat, I do hope things look up for you and your husband as well.
Love and thank you always, <3
Loki & family
01/28/2013
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Crystal GraceIs has been 1 month since Loki has been off of the antibiotics, and it appears that all is well and the left leg has healed ( fingers crossed it remains that way. ) . He is scheduled for surgery for Feb, 28th for leg #2 - to give us more time to gather funds, as well as build his immune system now that he is taking thyroid medication ( it was discovered he has a low thyroid as well ) . We will still need to have an additional x-rays taken on the left leg before his other surgery..... to ensure the plate is in the clear.
Love & thanks to everyone for following up on Loki. Youcaring changed their website, and it appears that some of the labs, photo's, and part of Loki's story was lost during their transition. His site will be active for 18 more days, but we are working on an extension.
Love & thanks.....
10/05/2012
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Crystal GraceOn Sunday, Sept 16th - we recieved a call from Dr. Tristan Daughtery of the Middleton Vetinary Speacilty Center, who was one of the on-staff after hours doctors. He called to advise that the lab culture results that was taken of the bacteria in Loki's leg had come in ( of which are now uploaded on this site as images ) . Unfortunatley, Loki's leg is infected with MRSI (methicillin-resistant staphylococcus intermedius ) . He advised that Loki's anti-biotics be switched that same evening to Doxycycline 100mg 2 tabs 2x a day. The prescription was called in to Golf Rose Animal Hospital, and was started immediately. The doctor breifly explained about what MRSI is - and advised to research MRSA for further details. After researching on-line, I came accross a foundation called The Bella Moss Foundation (http://www.thebellamossfoundation.com) which is a non-for-profit that assists people with pets that have antibiotic reisitant infections. They have a network of doctors that are experienced in working with these things, and offer peer guidance to vetinarians working with these cases. Bella Moss reached out to Dr. King on 20th with the below email ( and then see below Bella Moss Signature/email for the continuation of this update):
From: The Bella Moss Foundation jillmoss@btconnect.com>
To: dking@vesvsc.com
Cc: Crystal Gracecrystalmariegrace@yahoo.com>
Sent: Thursday, September 20, 2012 10:39 AM
Subject: FW: attention Dayna King re Crystal Grace
I am president of The Bella Moss Foundation which is a charity helping people whose pets have resistant infections.
We support the public who get in touch with us, but we do not give out medial advise, I have told Crystal Grace that I will get in touch with you concerning her dog, to offer you contact with our veterinary advisors. There is no charge as we are a charity.
We provide CPD for vets and nurses on infection control, and offer support to people whose pets have resistant infections.
Our board of clinical advisors are available for veterinarians to make contact with, to offer up to date research and peer reviews, as well as advise on clinical management of cases. These vets are experts in the field of antimicrobial resistance, and if you were to initiate contact with them they will respond to you directly.
They do not converse with pet owners, only with veterinarians. Therefore, may I request you take this opportunity to benefit from their wealth of experience, and up to date knowledge of resistant infections in companion animals?
In the meantime I will continue to support Crystal who is obviously concerned about her dog’s health.
BMF has seen many animals recover well from MRSA/MRSP, but we do not give medical advice to the public, as in most cases, it is the underlying illness that causes the problem and the infection can differ in each case. May I suggest that you contact our veterinary expert in North America Dr Scott Weese, who can be very helpful in these cases.
Sadly, we are not in a position to offer financial help, but only education and support
I thank you for your time
Jill Moss
President BMF
Attached list of BMF clinical advisors
Cc Chrystal Grace
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By Sept 25th, Dr. King had still not responded to Bella Moss .- I therefore sent her the below email:
From: Crystal Grace [crystalmariegrace@yahoo.com]
Sent: Tuesday, September 25, 2012 3:43 PM
To: Dana King
Subject: X-rays, skin, and teeth
Hello Dr. King -
I am being overwhelmed with information on this MRSA since speaking with Dr. Daughery on Sunday - as you could probably sense my concern by my follow up with The Bella Moss Foundation. I know his skin issue needs to be addressed (possible pyoderma? ) At what point will Loki's skin need to be looked at ? I scheduled his follow up appointment for Oct, 15th ( 8:30am) for his xrays to check on the infection. I know that if he is on antibiotics, it won't do much good to do a skin culture at this time. I am going to have his skin looked at by his primary vet ( we get a discount through Midwest Rescue ). When should I make an appointment for his skin to be checked out ( how soon after he is off the Doxycycline) ? Also, before this happened - I made an appointment at his primary to have his teeth cleaned on Oct, 17th. Is this something I should cancel? Could he contract a staph infection in his mouth as well? If so, would it be wise to do the teeth cleaning now while he is still on the Doxycycline? Last, how will we know if the infection will return if the x-rays look good on the 15th? Do we just wait for external symptoms again, or do we come in for more x-rays to monitor it? I'm guessing that when we come in on the 15th that they x-rays may show it's cleared, but that it may return afterwards. I'm confused on how to proceed.....
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Dr. King responded with the below email - but had still not contacted any of the Doctors that had been reffered by Bella Moss ( including Dr. Hillier who was refferred to her as well. )
From: Dana King
To: Crystal Grace
Sent: Tuesday, September 25, 2012 4:06 PM
Subject: RE: X-rays, skin, and teeth
To be clear. Loki does NOT have MRSA , he has MRSI (Staphylococcus intermedius). And while resistant bacteria are a problem, the one he has is susceptible to two good antibiotics that are relatively inexpensive. (I have heard of some that are only susceptible to an antibiotic that costs $800 per week).
If he is a carrier of this organism, then there would be no point in culturing him while he is being treated.
The repeated radiographs are to track trends in the bone. We absolutely can have patients that have radiographic improvement and a focus of infection rears its head later, so serial radiographs might be needed.
Unless he is having a problem with his teeth, I would put off routine cleanings until his knees are done. He should likely always received antibiotics before a dental as long as he has plate/screws in place
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I replied with the following email below:
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From: Crystal Grace [crystalmariegrace@yahoo.com]
Sent: Tuesday, September 25, 2012 9:34 PM
To: Dana King
Subject: Re: X-rays, skin, and teeth
Hello Dr. King,
Won't his skin issue need to be addressed this time around before we could consider doing his second leg - in order to reduce the chance of the same thing happening to his right leg? That's why I ask at what point would we do the culture of his skin ( ie: How long after the antibiotics are finished would we need to wait before addressing the skin? )
Also, If the x-rays reflect indicate improvement that the infection is cleared , what will be the next step with regard to his second leg? Will we wait to see if the infection resurfaces? Or address the skin, and move forward? When you say serial radiographs, how frequently are we talking?
Loki has never had his teeth cleaned before, and his gums are significantly inflamed and look painful. Would it be a good idea to have it done now while he is still on the Doxycycline? What are the potential risks involved with doing it before his knees are done?
Thank you,
Crystal Grace
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Dr. King did not reply to this email until I sent her yet another follow up on October 1st - at which point she FINALLY decided to contact Dr. Hillier who was reffered by Bella Moss. ( After seeing I am not letting up here is my guess... ) The below email was sent almost two weeks after Bella Moss made contact, and advised she contact their vets who specialize in these infections...
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From: Dana King dking@vesvsc.com>
To: Crystal Grace crystalmariegrace@yahoo.com>
Sent: Monday, October 1, 2012 10:44 AM
Subject: RE: X-rays, skin, and teeth
I don't think there is much point in culturing his skin because carriers can shed intermittently and we don't know where the source is on his body. (ie we could miss it easily) , but he does have skin problems, likely stemming from allergies and I do think you should find a dermatologist in your area to manage his skin long term.
Because he is doing well on the other side, I am not in a hurry to move forward on the other side.
We should radiograph the bone every 4 weeks to see how things are changing. Antibiotics should be continued for 6-8 weeks after things look normal (on skin and radiographically). For the second surgery, we will pre-treat him with a course of antibiotics for 10days before surgery and you will be giving him whole body baths every 2 days for 2 weeks with chlorhexidine soap.
Dr. Hillier and I connected by phone this morning. His only management suggestion that is different would be to increase the doxycycline dose to 10mg/kg which would essentially double the dosage. (he usually chooses the higher dose empirically, this is not something special for Loki).
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I then sent her the below reply ....being concerned that we are doubling the dose which is a MAJOR change. The email didn't specify if I should begin this now or anything specific. I also wonder why she didn't treat him with antibiotics before & after his first surgery? As she is clearly aware that he has "allergies". When we first had the consultation with her before surgery I told her that the vet at Banfiled ( Dr. Kimmy) wouldn't operate on him unless his skin was cultured and treated first. I gave her this information, and she shook her head and frowned saying " I'm not concerend. He most likely has chronic allergies". I trusted her as a boarded surgeon. Anyhow, here is her reply below ( she wrote in blue inbetween my questions) :
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From: Crystal Grace [crystalmariegrace@yahoo.com]
Sent: Monday, October 01, 2012 12:43 PM
To: Dana King
Subject: Re: X-rays, skin, and teeth
Thank you for your reply, and for touching base with Dr. Hillier.
1. How do we know that his skin condition symptoms are allergies vs. pyoderma (with his associated symptoms being: Papules,, crusts, Epidermal collarettes, Patchy alopecia, moth-eaten excessive shedding, greasy skin & yeasty odor ) ?
You need a dermatologist
2. Why would we treat him with antibiotics prior to surgery this time if his skin condition is stemming from allergies vs bacterial infection?
(A.) Also, would we not treat with antibiotics after surgery as well?
Because he is likely a carrier allergies and skin infections often go together
3. Wouldn't the underlying cause of the bacterial infection need to be identified as well (Ie weakened immune system from ectoparasites, systemic disease/thyroid issue, etc ) ?
(A). Would it be wise to address this prior to moving forward with the second surgery?
Not from my end - this is also why you need a dermatologist
4. For how long will the monthly re-check radiographs continue before we can move forward with surgery on the other side?
It will depend on what it looks like
5. He is currently taking 2 tabs 100mg Doxycycline 2x a day - Wouldn't 10mg be a decrease in dosage and wouldn't 10kg = 10,000 grams be too much? (I'm obviously confused )
(A.) How much should I increase the dosage - and should this begin now or after his follow up on the 15th?
10mg/kg would be 400mg 2x daily (which is the other end of the normal dose range for this medication) - no reason to not make the change now
Thank you again,
Crystal Grace
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So, she writes " allergies and infections often go hand-in-hand" . Well then why did we not treat this issue before the first sugery is my question. I did not ask this, because I wanted to get as much information as I could without offending her - but I did incinuate this by the way I worded things in my questions....see my response below:
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From: Crystal Grace
To: Dana King
Sent: Monday, October 1, 2012 1:51 PM
Subject: Re: X-rays, skin, and teeth
1. Would it make sense to seek a dermatologist at your hospital that can work closely with you for his next surgery (Or does it not matter )?
(A.) Should I have him seen for this now, or wait until he is done with months of anti-biotic treatment? ( Since you mentioned he will most likely be continuing for another 6-8 weeks after the 15th - and culturing won't do much good now because of this) - I'm guessing regardless of skin culturing results while on antibiotics - they can still test for endocrine disease now & treat him for it while he is taking antibiotics, so that he can be in better shape for surgery # 2? ( since we now know he has MRSI definitive from infection results & obvious allergies/infection from day one prior to surgery) .
(B.) Does it have to be a dermatologist - or do you think my primary can culture the skin, and test for endocrine disease? I get a discount through Midwest Rescue at my local place. I did call, and they are not specialist, but the receptionist said they can indeed schedule an appointment ( whatever that means). What would a specialist be able to do for his particular issue that my primary could not do ( besides charge me more money ) ?
I'm trying to organize this in a way that makes sense logistically & financially. Most importantly, in a way that will serve Loki & get him better.
Thank you, I truly appreciate your advice & help.
Crystal Grace
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Dr. Kings final reply below:
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From: Dana King
To: Crystal Grace
Sent: Thursday, October 4, 2012 11:10 AM
Subject: RE: X-rays, skin, and teeth
I would find a dermatologist in your area because it is a life long relationship and I would get started now.
While many primary care veterinarians are very good at common skin diseases, few likely have experience dealing with MRSI. I think a dermatologist is money well spent.
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This all leaves me wondering why Dr. King didn't suggest Loki see a dermatologist to begin with, so we could have possibly avoided his leg getting infected and treated the underlying issue before hand ( possible systemic issue or thyriod ) , treated the pyoderma/allergies/skin infection with antibiotics before, during, and after the sugery to decrease the likelyhood of infection. I truly think Dr. King was looking to just do the sugery, and didn't realize how thorough we would be in following up if anything went wrong. She probabley figured that worse case scenario, the hospital would make more money treating a chronic infection and possibley having another surgery to remove the plates. Either that, or she just simply didn't care either way. I believe these doctors aren't idiots, and the Banfield vet clearly knew ( he wasn't even a boadeded surgeon - and only did Lateral Suture repair - not TPLO- which is why I went to Dr. King for a second opnion ) ....but he clearly knew. I called him ( Dr. Kimmy ) after the-fact asking more questions and he said " as soon as I open him up , I am going to spread whatever bacteria is on his skin inside of his leg, and your hole surgery is going to go south". He also said " It is very important to do a skin culture, treat him with antibiotics before and after the surgery to prevent the chance of infection". So I wonder why doctor King would not take the same precautions? Isn't that why these vets become "boarded"? Why did I bother seeking a boarded surgeon if the non-boarded one knew better? These are questions I'm asking myself....
Now we are left to start from scratch, as I am no longer confident in Dr. King. Loki will require atleast 3 full months of antibiotics ( about $50-75 a month if we are to double the dose which I haven't done yet ) , monthly x-rays ( which are around $200 a month ) , a consult and office visit with a new doctor (we have made an appointment with Dr. Peacock who was reffered by a friend... (http://www.vcaspecialtyvets.com/aurora/departments-doctors/doctors/john-peacock-dvm/10306 ) , appointments with a dematologist, as well as internal medicine to check the underlying cause of the infection ( thyroid? ) . So...here is more info on MRSI & pyoderma:
http://veterinarynews.dvm360.com/dvm/article/articleDetail.jsp?id=94402
In the mean time, I have emailed Dr. Hillier who consulted Dr. King regarding doubling the dose of Loki's antibiotics. This is the email I sent Dr. Hillier who has yet to respond - and I don't know if he will.:
From: Crystal Grace [mailto:crystalmariegrace@yahoo.com]
Sent: 03 October 2012 02:28
To: The Bella Moss Foundation
Cc: hillier.4@osu.edu
Subject: Re: new BMf website
Sorry to bother you again.....I wanted to touch base with you about one more thing if you don't mind? I really do appreciate it.
Dr. King seemed very indifferent about me doubling the dose for Loki's meds. She mentioned it very casually as if it was your experimental dosing suggestion, and didn't specifically suggest when or even if I should make this change right away. When I asked if I should begin doubling the dose now, she said " no reason not to start now". I'm very concerned....doubling the dose is a HUGE difference here to just casually leave it up to me to make the decision to change. I'm worried that Dr. King doesn't care to be bothered with this issue with Loki, and that she is not familiar with how to treat him. I've been giving him 2 tabs of 100mg Doxycycline 2x a day for several weeks now. He was on two difference antibiotics prior. Could suddenly increasing the dose cause any harm or resistance issues in the future? Why does he need such a high amount all of a sudden? I'm very confused, and not feeling confident in Dr. King. I waited two weeks for her to respond to your email- which she only did after I continued to bother her with questions in regard to Loki's care. I appreciate you stepping in, but I'm feeling very uncertain with what to do. I'm just looking for some honest & direct advice . I still also don't understand why greater precautions were not made by Dr. King when doing the surgery - as she indicated herself that "allergies and infections go hand-in-hand". She was very aware of his skin condition. I'm not looking to place blame, but at least would like to be given some good direction, and honest feedback, and some compassion. I have to keep digging, and digging and unraveling in order to get anywhere it seems.
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CONCLUSION OF UPDATE:
It is going to be an expensive process to clean up this mess, regroup, and get on course with clearing Loki's current MRSI infection, and everything else mentioned. The funds we have raised are being used for all that has been mentioned. Invoices will be uploaded, and can be emailed upon request as well. We will need to carry out this fundraiser to raise enough money to save Loki, and then get his second leg done. More info to come....Thank you all for being here with us, for your love & help, and for continuing to share Loki's Link on the mission to save his life. We hope it can be done....we believe it will.
07/16/2012
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Crystal GraceI dedicate this quote to all of you whose kindness, love, and generosity has forever left an imprint on my soul.
“At times our own light goes out and is rekindled by a spark from another person. Each of us has cause to think with deep gratitude of those who have lighted the flame within us.” — Albert Schweitzer
I can not thank you all enough..... I am overwhelmed with grattitude.
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Additional thanks to Julie w/ Midwest Rescue ( www.midwestrescue.org ) for all of your help, love,support, suggestions, for Dr. Muskal to check Loki's lumps, for Facebook ideas, for spreading the word, and for your positive thoughts and everything else you do!
Also to Trish, my friend and animal savior with Seven Star Sanctuary. (www.sevenstarsanctuary.org) Sorry the donation I made not long ago was given back by you for Loki.We love you and thank you so much for all the energy you put out to save all the animals in need. You are amazing!
Love, peace, and gratitude always to each and every one of you.
LOKI & FAMILY
09/13/2012
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Crystal GraceLoki had his follow up appointment with Dr. King in WI on Sept,12th to check on two bumps that developed on his incision after receiving surgery on the left leg. She did the 6 week follow up x-rays, which did indicate an infection vs. just a suture reaction. They had to sedate him, open up the incision, take a culture of the bacteria, and then flush out the knee. He will continue with the Cefpodoxime ( antibiotic that was prescribed by local vet here when the bumps were discovered on 09/01 ) for another week until the culture results come back. Once they do, they will decide if he should remain on this antibiotic for another 3 weeks, or switch to a new anti-biotic. He will then need to go back for a check up at 2 weeks ( at local Primary vet again) to check on how his incision is healing. In one month, he will need to return to Dr. King in WI for more x-rays & to determine if the infection has cleared up yet. Once it has, we will be able to discuss when to begin surgery for his second leg. I'll be uploading his follow up appointment paperwork to his website with the details on the above.Please so kindly continue to pass along his link, so we can keep up with the follow up appointments & additional surgery, treatments, and hopefully only one more surgery to come (on his right leg). Loki was so happy to finally start to begin life with with less pain. We feel saddened that he now has to go through all of this just as he was starting to experience being more comfortable & happy. We hope when he heals, we will be ready with enough funds to continue on as planned with making him whole again, and saving his life. LOVE AND MANY THANKS TO YOU ALL , ALWAYS....
09/10/2012
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Crystal GraceThe orginal appointment on the 12th was moved to the 19th because Dr. King doe not do surgery on the 12th. We were hoping to have the left leg checked and then leave him for surgery for the right- in order to save a trip. However, On Sept, 1st Loki developed a bump on his incision site. We went over to Golf Rose Animal Clinic because it turned a little purple and swelled a bit. The kind vet there took a look and said that it was likely just a reaction to the internal suture knot, and she gave him antibiotics. A couple of days later, he developed a 2nd bump right above it. So, we called back and kept the appointment for the 12th ( this Wed ) to have his left leg looked because of what has happened. They will likely have to lance the incision area, and remove the internal sutures. We will then have to bring him back to have surgery on the right leg on the 19th. Please keep positive thoughts that it will be a simple fix, and we can proceed as planned with his right leg on the 19th! Love and many thanks to everyone always!!!!
08/25/2012
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Crystal GraceLoki has his 6 week follow up on Sept 12th with Dr. Dayna King. They will do re-check x-rays to see how well the bone is healing on his left leg. He needs to be strong enough and healing on the left leg before they will do the right. In the mean time, it was recommended that he be started on underwater treadmill therapy right away. We haven't decided what to do in terms of the physical therapy yet. We didn't want to dip into the fundraiser funds for the physical therapy - and then not be able to afford his 2nd leg when the left is healed enough. So the fundraiser is now updated to reflect the physical therapy he requires. We're hoping he can start the physical therapy soon. This will allow his left leg to get strong and heal, and then he can get his right leg done shortly after his 6wk check up & x-rays. That's where we are at right now....
As always, love and many many thanks to everyone!
08/02/2012
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Crystal GraceLoki is now home and resting from his first surgery on his left leg. Last night was very difficult...he was a little wobbly and had diarrhea as soon as we got home. We fed him a little beef with water because he didn't want any dog food or regular water.Today, he is resting and a bit whinny. He now seems a little constipated, and tried to go potty a few times but couldn't. He still has to be carried up and down the stairs to go to the bathroom outside, so we're trying to get him out as much as we possibly can to give him a chance to go. I've called and left a message for the doctor asking if we should cut back on any of his medications. I'll be posting regular updates as he improves. Fingers crossed, please keep positive thoughts going for Loki.
On the drive home last night, there was construction on Hwy 12 from WI. It took about 3 1/2 hours to get home, so during the drive I had a lot of time to sit and think about how lucky, and grateful we are for everyone that has donated or reached out to help Loki in some way. It was a full moon, and the sky was really beautiful and lit up. I gently closed my eyes, still seeing the light/reflection of the moon, and tried to go through the list of names and people I know, and everyone who has helped in any way large or small. Tears were brought to my eyes as I sat and reflected on everything that has brought us to this point. I was overwhelmed with gratitude that we were actually driving home with Loki,and he was indeed on his way to a second chance at life. When all of this first happened, I said a prayer before bed begging to please help me find a way to save Loki. I was so sad and just sobbing at the thought of having to put Loki to sleep. A miracle has happened, because so many people have reached out to help us save Loki's life. It's almost unbelievable....and truly is amazing. We are so close to being able to get Loki's second leg fixed as well, and I have faith it will happen soon. Thank you everyone from the bottom of my heart. I can't say it enough, and I can't ever describe completely the immense amount of gratitude that I feel everyday for every person here.
08/01/2012
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Crystal GraceUPDATE from last night 07/31. Loki has had his first leg done and is recovering from surgery as we speak. He broke out in hives from the surgical solution, but was given Benadryl and also Rimadyl for the inflammation. He handled the anesthesia well, and is now resting, and being medicated for the pain. He will be watched overnight by the ER doctors, and hopefully will be well enough to go home tomorrow ( Wed), if not Thursday. Dr.Dayna King will let me know by tomorrow when exactly he can go home. Please pray that he heals well, and has a speedy recovery for leg #1. I will post some photos and more updates as soon as he's back. Thank you all for your love & support - and for getting him this close to being able to walk again! Only one leg to go!
07/26/2012
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Crystal GraceI am so grateful to all the newest donors on here as well. We send you our love....
Heather Longacre
Bianca Soto
Amy Brooks
Thank you all!
07/24/2012
by
Crystal GraceI can not find the words to express the deep felt gratitude that fills my heart for every act of love that has led us this close to saving Loki.
“At times our own light goes out and is rekindled by a spark from another person. Each of us has cause to think with deep gratitude of those who have lighted the flame within us.” — Albert Schweitzer
I dedicate this quote to all of you.....
Morgan & Eric Hanna
Cameron & Ashley Hubbard
Donna Panacchia
Anonymous
Lonajoyce Gallo
Grandma
Anonymous
Anonymous
Carole Hearn
Rhonda Stover-Killian
Darlene Kauffman
Butters & Rosie
HR The Deaf American Bulldog-Pitbull Mix
Julie with Midwest Rescue
Laurie Stone
Anonymous
Matt Friedman
Laura and Coco
Aunt Pam
Sanderson & Associates
Julie Ross
Tatum Witter and her mom
Trish
Wierschke Family
Molly and Ziggy Deckert
Danielle J-Chicago
Anonymous
Anonymous
Lacey
Anonymous
Donald and Rebecca Owens
Caitlyn
Pat J in Chicago
Tommy Mobius
Anonymous
Martin Aspera
Anonymous
Anonymous
Bill & Patty Serckie
Nicki
Julie
Anonymous
Kristin Lanett
Elmer, Cozy, and Vaca
Anonymous
Cyndy
Dalena McCurdy
Brian
Dede Baley
Darlene Kauffman
I am Lennox
Heather Pertzborn
Sara Huguelet
Miss Curmudgeonly
Trish, Snow, Max and Willow
Kathy and Shelby
Mishka Kapelanski
Rudy Solis
Anonymous
Selo
Kristie R
Fernando
Ally
Anonymous
Mary Lou
Anonymous
Mary Lynne
Steven Hoth
Gabrel
Anonymous
Love and deepest appreciation.....
07/24/2012
by
Crystal Grace
I love this poem......I dedicate it to everyone.
A Poem Of Gratitude
By Chuck Danes
I share my debt of gratitude with all my spiritual friends
Whether Christians, Muslims, Jews, and such or even Buddhist zens
Regardless of the place we live or where your faiths begun
My gratitude begins with this, "I've learned that we are One"
I'm grateful for the many days when clarity is strong
As well as those it "seems" that life has somehow led me wrong
For it's those times that awaken me and nudge me toward the light
Till once again my hopes and dreams are clearly held in sight
I'm grateful for the love within the circles that I dwell
My family, friends and even those who've made life seem like hell
For each of those have taught me more regarding how to Love
Provide me feelings to express these things that I write of
I am grateful for the right to dream, to hope, to wish, and know
That all my thoughts are merely seeds which based on Love must grow
That if I'll think them consciously and nurture them with care
These visions held, my hearts desires, will soon be waiting there
I'm grateful for the fact I've learned that we consciously create
That to mold and shape a life desired I must keep my thinking straight
That when the fear that shows it's head which is based on false belief
I have free will to change the thoughts to those that bring relief
I'm grateful too for false beliefs which led me on my quest
For mentors met along the way I truly do feel blessed
Who clearly showed me of the need to understand my worth
And "Higher Truth" which promises a life divine on earth
I'm grateful for the fear I feel at times because I know
That when it's felt it's purging power exists to help me grow
The awareness of it's presence shows there's something more to learn
That my focus must stay fixed on Love to attract these things I yearn
I'm grateful for the joy I feel, I'm grateful for the fear
Understanding what it is and that it draws me near
To the life I know is waiting on the other side
And when it comes I must hold fast and use it as a guide
My gratitude goes deeper still, for breath, for sight, for life
For teachers who have shown me that my "thoughts" create my strife
I'm grateful for the plan which says whatever you receive
Is drawn to you through feelings felt, created by belief
I'm grateful for all nature, the birds the grass, the trees
The lakes which hold abundant life, a summer evenings breeze
The clouds above the ground below, the moon, the stars, the sun
The days and nights which represent that another day is done
I'm grateful for the time to spend to deeply go within
To tap into the Source of Truth that's sure to help me win
For it is there that truth comes known regardless what is taught
In man made circles of the world that form restrictive thought
I'm grateful for all wisdom gained as I journey through this life
Like words expressed in anger hurt, and only lead to strife
That truth will stand the test of time, that Love will show the way
That thoughts and feelings of the past are what create today
I'm grateful too for all my friends who are reading this today
For the bonds that we have formed since your paths have crossed my way
And for the future and all it brings for all we have to share
The giving of ourselves to show the world how much we care
I've learned to stay in gratitude no matter how things seem
That perceptions held as negatives will only slow your dream
So even though my path will lead through troubled spots I know
I must keep on, keep focus fixed, on life's abundant flow
There's so much that I'm grateful for, though sometimes I'll forget
Beliefs rekindled from the past that I perceive as threats
But it's these times I must remind myself of what I know
That when they show their presence, that they're here to help me grow
One final thought I'll share today before I say I'm through
I'm so grateful for these words to give today to all of you
It is my wish that they will help you keep the attitude
Which leads to that which you desire and comes through gratitude
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10/21/2012
by
Crystal GraceUPDATE! Sorry this has taken me so long everyone! I saw Dr. Peacock on Oct, 16th. He was very nice, and willing to take his time explaining things. He did say that he would not have done anything differently than Dr. King ( in terms of his skin before the operation ) . It seems as though a lot of vets aren't very well versed in MRSP/MRSI/ or MRSA infections when it comes to the bacteria residing on the skin. Dr. Hillier ( with Bella Moss Foundation ) advised Loki be on double
the antibiotic amount originally prescribed- Dr. Peacock believes that will be overkill. I'm a little confused by all the varying opinions.....BUT, I do have faith that Dr. Peacock will be willing to listen, explain, and show compassion as he has already demonstrated this in one short visit. To conclude, I will be touching base with Dr. Peacock this week and asking him to reach out to Dr. Hillier to clarify variant suggestions in treatment - and hopefully they can reach some mutual understanding and Dr. Peacock can then explain this to me. Dr. Hillier will not discuss treatment suggestions with anyone other than a vet. After they connect, I'll know more about when Loki's next surgery will be scheduled. GOOD NEWS is that Dr. Peacock said that Loki's infection is not visible at all! The x-rays look great, and he is 95% healed on the left leg. He said that Dr. King did an EXCELLENT job on the surgery - and the implant is positioned well. He also said that Loki's blood work doesn't indicate any immune issues or disease ( in terms of what might have caused the weakened immune system making him susceptible to the MRSP bacteria colonizing on his skin - which then entered the surgical site) - so the only thing we'd need to check on is his thyroid. Will be scheduling an appointment at Golf Rose for thyroid check next. Your prayers are working everyone! Love and thanks ♥♥♥♥♥♥ Always......Please keep Loki in your thoughts that he continues to heal, get strong, and will be on to the next surgery for the right leg in a couple months...or less.
10/17/2012
by
Crystal GraceOn Sunday, Sept 16th - we received a call from Dr. Tristan Daughtery of the Middleton Veterinary Specialty Center, who was one of the on-staff after hours doctors. He called to advise that the lab culture results that was taken of the bacteria in Loki's leg had come in ( of which are now uploaded on this site as images ) . Unfortunately, Loki's leg is infected with MRSI (methicillin-resistant staphylococcus intermedius ) . He advised that Loki's antibiotics be switched that same evening to Doxycycline 100mg 2 tabs 2x a day. The prescription was called in to Golf Rose Animal Hospital, and was started immediately. The doctor briefly explained about what MRSI is - and advised to research MRSA for further details. After researching on-line, I came across a foundation called The Bella Moss Foundation (http://www.thebellamossfoundation.com) which is a non-for-profit that assists people with pets that have antibiotic resistant infections. They have a network of doctors that are experienced in working with these things, and offer peer guidance to veterinarians working with these cases. Bella Moss reached out to Dr. King on 20th with the below email
07/12/2012
by
Crystal GraceAn estimate has been received from Dr. King in Middleton, WI - and we can get Loki in for surgery as soon as we have raised enough funds for his first leg.
Please send us an email for copies of the estimate and/or medical records for Loki, as unfortunately this site does not allow for documents to be uploaded.
Email: lokisurgeryinfo@yahoo.com
Link to Loki's doctor : http://veterinaryemergencyservice.com/about-us/dana-king
Feel free to call & ask for Mary at the front desk with any questions regarding Loki, or email Dr. King. (Contact information provided in above link).
Thank you everyone for helping us get Loki the care he deserves.
07/09/2012
by
Crystal Grace* Just to Clarify - the appointment Wednesday, July 11th is for the consultation & written estimate only. We are still fundraising for his actual surgery.
Thank you! :)
07/09/2012
by
Crystal GraceWe've decided on a surgeon! Dr. Dayna King at Veterinary Specialty Center in Middleton, Wi is the most reasonable in price as well as the most qualified (and is board certified).
Here is the link:
http://veterinaryemergencyservice.com/about-us/dana-king
Loki has his appointment this Wednesday - July, 11th at 2:30pm. We will have the written bill at that time, and will update this site.
Here is more information on the surgery as well ( as provided by the Specialty Center) :
http://www.tploanswers.com/Pages/WhyTPLO.aspx
Thank you!! Fingers crossed that Loki gets his surgery!!
07/06/2012
by
Crystal GraceNaperville doctor is not a board certified surgeon - so we are back to the search. Prices do not vary much from place to place in Illinois for a board certified surgeon. We have contacted another office, and are now waiting to hear back from Dr. Avril 's office in Northbrook to see if they will take over this donation account as beneficiary. Their prices for TPLO surgery are pretty straight forward, and include all fees ( $3,600 PER LEG).
07/05/2012
by
Crystal GraceCrystal Grace is now Paypal verified :
https://www.paypal.com/us/verified/pal=crystalmariegrace%40yahoo%2ecom
07/05/2012
by
Crystal GraceThe vet school in Madison is not any cheaper than the local surgeons for TPLO surgery ( they quoted $3,600 + per leg ). We have another consult in Naperville tomorrow - which is slightly cheaper ( $3,200 - $3,400 PER LEG ) They sound very nice and willing to work with us, so we can make them the beneficiary to this donation site. Thank you everyone so much for your kindness. As soon as we have the written quote it will be uploaded, and all donations will go directly to Loki's selected surgeon.
07/03/2012
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Crystal GraceWe are working to get the estimate faxed from The University Of Wisconsin School Of Veterinary Medicine. One received, we will be posting that to this site - as well as asking the school if they will accept the donations directly. If approved by the school, the beneficiary will be changed to the hospital performing the care for Loki.Thank you for the suggestion, Trish !
Supporters
Pat J
donated$50.00
Thursday, May 09, 2013
I hope you continue to heal and get the necessary treatment you will need. I will also try to find anyone who can contribute to these medical expenses for you. All donations would help-large or small. Help Loki get another chance for a good life!
anonymous
donated$75.00
Wednesday, March 13, 2013
It's been awhile since I've checked in. You and Loki have been through so much already. I trust that you will get through this as well.
Claire D'Angelo
donated$50.00
Tuesday, March 05, 2013
Dear Crystal, I am so sorry to hear about Loki's set-back. I can just imagine how difficult this is for you. You have to have faith that Loki will get through this just as he has done in the past. We are here for you. Keep in touch, Best, Claire D'Angelo
Pat-Chicago
donated$50.00
Monday, February 25, 2013
I hope things are going well for you Loki.I wish I could do more for you,but my husband and I have not had jobs in 3 1/2 years. I see you have your next surgery scheduled on 2/28. Good Luck & be well. I also hope they will extend this fundraiser for you so you may get all the medical attention necessary for a full recovery.I know there are MANY generous people out there who can help, even if it is small amounts.I truly believe you are Man's BEST friend! I lost my BEST BUDDY 6 years ago today.
Scott Picou
donated$100.00
Saturday, February 09, 2013
Maria
donated$40.00
Wednesday, October 10, 2012
Wishing you get better soon. you are in our prayers
Helen Sterling
donated$5.00
Sunday, September 30, 2012
I wish I could have given more. Loki is a beautiful dog.
Sherry Caudill
donated$50.00
Friday, September 28, 2012
Katie Snezhkova
donated$50.00
Friday, September 28, 2012
Good luck little puppy!!
Emma & Patches, your furry feline friends!
barrow's mom
donated$20.00
Saturday, September 22, 2012
anngehin@gmail.com
Mertes family
donated$25.00
Thursday, September 20, 2012
We hope you heal from your infection very soon, it is unforunate that you have had such a terrible set back in your recovery. We sincerely hope you are able to raise the funds for your second surgery. We are struggling to pay off the $3000.00 debt we accrued last June when our own AmStaff Stanley was stung by a bee and was hospitalized for 2 days. We will send you more as soon we are able to.
Sylvie
donated$50.00
Thursday, September 13, 2012
Anonymous
donated$25.00
Monday, September 03, 2012
I hope you raise the rest of the money.
Holly
donatedHidden Amount
Saturday, August 25, 2012
The Miller Family
donated$15.00
Monday, August 20, 2012
Please know that Loki and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. We have two dogs and they are like family members to us. We cannot imagine how difficult this must be on your family. There is simply nothing we wouldn't do for our dogs. We love them deeply. We wish Loki all the best and hope that he lives a long pain free life.
The Millers- Scott, Kristine, Jack and the dogs Mugsy & Molly
Anna & Ruth
donated$20.00
Friday, August 17, 2012
Praying that Loki gets the help he needs!
Claire D'Angelo
donated$50.00
Wednesday, August 15, 2012
Good luck Loki. Your mom loves you and you have the support of some many Facebook fans! We are rooting for you --- all the way Loki!!!
Amy malick
donated$15.00
Tuesday, August 14, 2012
Good luck to your special buddy! I saw your flyer at superior street studios and couldn't help but help. Hope all works out for your canine friend.
the wild kitties - isidro, hamoudi, tito, & yannar
donated$15.00
Tuesday, August 14, 2012
hope it helps and wish it could be more, sincerely praying you get all you need for loki! (hope the vet is donating some time!)
Noreen Murray
donated$20.00
Monday, August 13, 2012
Anonymous
donated$25.00
Monday, August 13, 2012
Wishing Loki successful surgeries and a speedy rehab!
Anonymous
donatedHidden Amount
Saturday, August 11, 2012
Anonymous
donatedHidden Amount
Saturday, August 11, 2012
Barrow Rescue Gehin
donated$25.00
Friday, August 10, 2012
Dezire Pacheco
donated$20.00
Thursday, August 09, 2012
Meghan
donated$20.00
Thursday, August 09, 2012
Good luck, Loki!
Gertrude Halick
donatedHidden Amount
Thursday, August 09, 2012
Loki feel better soon! My grand-puppies Snow, Max and Willow are very worried about you as I am. Good luck!
The Pitterman Family
donated$20.00
Wednesday, August 08, 2012
We are dog owners and major dog lovers and have invested a lot into our dogs to do what it takes to keep them healthy. We recently lost our loving dog, Thelma, at almost 15 years old. Near the end of her life she had trouble walking due to a growing mass on one of her hind legs, and we had to carry her up and down the stairs and outside to go to the bathroom. So your cause is near and dear to our hearts. In her case due to the nature & location of her mass and her age, surgery was not a viable option, but if it was we would have done it. We hope you can get what you need with a little help from a lot of people. It looks like you're well on the way to doing that. Good luck with the surgery and with Loki! We are rooting for you.
Nicole J
donated$20.00
Tuesday, August 07, 2012
Good Luck Loki..
Anonymous
donated$25.00
Tuesday, August 07, 2012
Stanley, 7yr old AmStaff
donated$25.00
Monday, August 06, 2012
Stay strong brother!
Craig Hubbartt
donated$10.00
Monday, August 06, 2012
Loki, you captured my heart. You're like the second coming of my old friend. Hope to see you running and playing soon
Adela
donated$5.00
Monday, August 06, 2012
Hope this little bit will help your baby in some way. Wish I could give more. Blessed be <3
Cari and Jade
donated$10.00
Sunday, August 05, 2012
I don't have much right now, but it sounds like they need it more than I do. Good luck, Loki! :)
Kathy & Shelby
donated$50.00
Sunday, August 05, 2012
Prayers and love to you Loki from me & Shelby!!! Shelby keeps her paws crossed every night in hopes that you continue getting better!!!
Valerie Caldwell and dogs
donated$20.00
Sunday, August 05, 2012
after reading his story I had to help, it's not a lot but every little bit helps good luck <3
Selo
donated$25.00
Friday, August 03, 2012
Isabella, Markus & Hope
donated$50.00
Thursday, August 02, 2012
Loki, We are a single parent family with 2 kids, a dog that we rescued & 4 parrots. As you can see we love animals. We will keep you in our prayers and hope that you get both surgeries. Keep on being strong.
Hugs & kisses.
Danny
donated$100.00
Thursday, August 02, 2012
Buella & the Crew
donated$25.00
Tuesday, July 31, 2012
We hope you get well soon Loki!!!
Anonymous
donatedHidden Amount
Sunday, July 29, 2012
Good luck Loki!
Disa
donated$20.00
Saturday, July 28, 2012
Best wishes for Loki.
Afitene Stukas
donated$25.00
Saturday, July 28, 2012
It's not much, but I hope this gets Loki a little closer to his surgery. He's such a beautiful boy.
Anonymous
donated$80.00
Saturday, July 28, 2012
Anonymous
donatedHidden Amount
Friday, July 27, 2012
Heather Longacre
donated$6.00
Thursday, July 26, 2012
I pray Loki gets the surgery he needs! This is what I have left and I want to send it to you for him!
Amy Brooks
donated$25.00
Wednesday, July 25, 2012
Bianca Soto
donatedHidden Amount
Wednesday, July 25, 2012
Donna Panacchia
donated$15.00
Tuesday, July 24, 2012
Good luck!
Cameron and Ashley Hubbard
donated$75.00
Tuesday, July 24, 2012
Congratulations on making it this far so quickly! We wish you the best of luck in raising the remaining amount. So glad that by this time next week Loki will be on the road to recovery and one "step" closer to being that puppy he once was.
Morgan & Eric Hanna
donatedHidden Amount
Tuesday, July 24, 2012
Loki and family we will make sure you get the care you need!!!!!
Lonajoyce Gallo
donated$5.00
Monday, July 23, 2012
Anonymous
donatedHidden Amount
Monday, July 23, 2012
Good luck to Loki!
Anonymous
donatedHidden Amount
Saturday, July 21, 2012
Ill pray for his fast recovery
Love, Grandma
donated$100.00
Saturday, July 21, 2012
God Bless all these wonderful people, especially those who may have financial hardships and gave what they could
Carole Hearn
donated$500.00
Friday, July 20, 2012
What a beautiful dog. I'm so happy Loki is 50% close to the surgery amount.
Anonymous
donated$5.00
Friday, July 20, 2012
Matt Friedman
donated$50.00
Thursday, July 19, 2012
Loki will get the surgery he needs and be up an healthy in no time!
Anonymous
donated$100.00
Thursday, July 19, 2012
My pittie just had her first ACL go this last December, which we had repaired, and then second one went in late June. Thankfully we recovered enough financially in between to pay for both, but I know how heartbreaking this can be. I can't imagine having both out at the same time. Good luck to Loki and you all as well in making this happen.
Laurie Stone
donated$10.00
Thursday, July 19, 2012
You poor baby, my heart goes out to you! Love and hugs, you will get your surgery:)
H.R. the deaf american bulldog-pit bull mix
donated$10.00
Thursday, July 19, 2012
get well soon, Loki!
Butters and Rosie
donated$10.00
Thursday, July 19, 2012
From Butters, Rosie, and James. Best of luck! Rosie especially sends her best because she has to have the same surgery in a few weeks! Hope to see Loki up and around very soon!!
Darlene Kauffman
donated$100.00
Thursday, July 19, 2012
I wanted to try and get you to the halfway point so that you could get the surgery on the 31st. Praying you can get the help for Loki as soon as possible.
Rhonda Stover-Kilian
donated$55.00
Thursday, July 19, 2012
Get well soon buddy!
Chloe, Juneau and May Kilian (woof woof)
Tatum Witter and her mom
donated$50.00
Wednesday, July 18, 2012
We hope you live a happy, pain free, life with your loving family
Julie Ross
donated$15.00
Wednesday, July 18, 2012
Sanderson & Associates
donated$1,000.00
Wednesday, July 18, 2012
Loki I will help you walk again! Keep me informed of your progress.
Aunt Pam
donated$50.00
Wednesday, July 18, 2012
Keep the faith. Miracles happen every day!
Laura and Coco
donated$50.00
Wednesday, July 18, 2012
I hope your sweet Loki gets the surgery and care he needs to pull though this. We are routing for him!
Anonymous
donated$25.00
Tuesday, July 17, 2012
I'm happy to donate what I can but if this poor dog doesn't get help soon, it's just nit fair to make him keep going on in this condition. Sometimes the biggest gesture if love is letting our pets go with dignity and grace. I hope Loki gets his surgery, but if not, his family needs to help him find his peace. Just doesn't seem right, or humane, to keep a poor animal alive and in agony for so long.
Danielle J-Chicago
donated$25.00
Tuesday, July 17, 2012
Best of luck to Loki !
Molly and Ziggy Deckert
donated$25.00
Tuesday, July 17, 2012
My Molly also an American Staffordshire needed knee surgery, we barely afforded 1 knee, this cost doesn't surprise me. Good luck Loki. Please friend Molly and her brother Ziggy on FaceBook "Molly N Ziggy"
Wierschke family
donated$25.00
Tuesday, July 17, 2012
Hang in there Loki-you are in our prayers
Trish
donatedHidden Amount
Tuesday, July 17, 2012
A little more to even it out for the Lokster!
Love Snow, Max and Willow
Bill & Patty Serckie
donated$10.00
Monday, July 16, 2012
Anonymous
donatedHidden Amount
Monday, July 16, 2012
I know it's not much, but I hope you make it, Loki. <3
Anonymous
donatedHidden Amount
Monday, July 16, 2012
PrYers and hugs sweet boy!
Martin Aspera
donated$10.00
Monday, July 16, 2012
Anonymous
donated$10.00
Monday, July 16, 2012
tommy moebius
donated$5.00
Monday, July 16, 2012
Hopefully this small amount helps u and your family help your suffering dog ...good luck
Pat J in Chicago
donated$50.00
Monday, July 16, 2012
Good Luck with this fundraiser. I hope you meet the goal for Loki's surgery.If not,please consider the vet mentioned from another donor in Rockford.Every dog deserves a good quality of life-they LOVE you UNCONDITIONALLY! All who read this, if you can help in ANY way, even if it is a small donation.
Caitlyn
donated$10.00
Monday, July 16, 2012
Its not much but I will help as much as I can. I have a pitbull as well and I know that every bit helps. Good luck Loki!!!!! I'm praying for you. <3
Donald and Rebecca Owens
donated$20.00
Monday, July 16, 2012
Anonymous
donated$25.00
Monday, July 16, 2012
Lacey
donated$25.00
Monday, July 16, 2012
Hugs to you Loki!!
Anonymous
donatedHidden Amount
Monday, July 16, 2012
This is from Deja and Jack. our two pitbulls who have brought absolute joy and happiness to our lives. Hope Loki gets his surgery soon and wish you a speedy recovery.
Anonymous
donated$75.00
Sunday, July 15, 2012
He's gorgeous. His picture with kitty sold me. Keep re-posting this. I limit my monthly donations, but would be happy to help out again next month.
Elmer, Cozy and Vaca
donated$10.00
Sunday, July 15, 2012
Kristin Lanett
donated$30.00
Sunday, July 15, 2012
I know it's not a lot-but I wanted to help somehow. I have a little English Bulldog and I know how expensive these costs can be. I hope the amount needed is raised!!
Anonymous
donated$10.00
Sunday, July 15, 2012
I wish I could give more, but I'm very poor in terms of money; however, I have two pit bulls, so I'm rich! Best of luck with Loki's surgery - he's the same age and the same color as my dear ones.
Julie
donated$30.00
Sunday, July 15, 2012
Happy to give. Hoping your goal is surpassed, amd Loki can live a long pain free life!
Nicki
donated$100.00
Sunday, July 15, 2012
Good luck Loki!! :)
Heather Pertzborn
donated$20.00
Saturday, July 14, 2012
Good luck, Loki! Hope you get to come visit me up in Wisconsin and get better!!!!
I am Lennox
donatedHidden Amount
Saturday, July 14, 2012
Good luck!
Darlene Kauffman
donated$30.00
Saturday, July 14, 2012
Best of luck, will be praying Loki can get what he needs
Dede Baley
donated$10.00
Saturday, July 14, 2012
Praying for Loki & that he can get the surgery soon.
Brian
donatedHidden Amount
Saturday, July 14, 2012
Dalena McCurdy
donated$10.00
Saturday, July 14, 2012
Cyndy
donated$100.00
Saturday, July 14, 2012
Kathy and Shelby
donated$50.00
Friday, July 13, 2012
Bless you for doing all you can to get the help Loki needs!! You're a wonderful, loving mom and Shelby (my heart & pibble-mix rescue) want to help!
Trish, Snow, Max and Willow
donatedHidden Amount
Friday, July 13, 2012
Love you Loki! Good luck
Miss Curmudgeonly
donated$20.00
Friday, July 13, 2012
Good luck to you and Loki!
Sara Huguelet
donated$50.00
Friday, July 13, 2012
Good Luck and Best Wishes, Loki!
Mishka Kapelanski
donatedHidden Amount
Thursday, July 12, 2012
Rudy Solis
donatedHidden Amount
Wednesday, July 11, 2012
Anonymous
donatedHidden Amount
Tuesday, July 10, 2012
It's me, Scott. I wanted to be anonymous because I can't really afford to do more than 10 bucks right now. I'm in the middle of switching jobs and trying to get a place. If I can afford more later I will donate more.
Selo
donated$25.00
Monday, July 09, 2012
Kristie R
donated$20.00
Sunday, July 08, 2012
Hope this helps get him the medical help me needs. HUGS.
Ally
donated$100.00
Friday, July 06, 2012
Hope Lokie gets his surgery done.
Fernando
donated$20.00
Friday, July 06, 2012
Mary Lou
donated$20.00
Thursday, July 05, 2012
Anonymous
donated$50.00
Thursday, July 05, 2012
Anonymous
donated$100.00
Wednesday, July 04, 2012
Anonymous
donated$10.00
Tuesday, July 03, 2012
gabrel
donated$20.00
Tuesday, July 03, 2012
love you Loki...thanks for taking care of my crissy
Steven Hoth
donated$40.00
Tuesday, July 03, 2012
Mary Lynne
donated$10.00
Tuesday, July 03, 2012
Loki is so lucky to have such caring owners!