Harley had another awful night, and so did I! She couldn't get comfy, and she was getting up and down for water. She was panting, sneezing, and coughing too. I cried my eyes out (and everyone who knows me knows that it's rare for me to cry). I just didn't want her to be miserable.
So, I called Dr. Bob again this morning to move forward with the X-rays. The X-rays showed that Harley's heart is extremely large, which is making it difficult for her to breathe. In addition to being on the Diuretic, he now prescribed another drug that she has to take as well. He said I should see an improvement in a few days. Dr. Bob did warn me that she could die in her sleep one day. (I would prefer that's how she goes as long as she is comfortable.)
Before we went into the office, I drove around a bit because I arrived early, and there was a park, so I parked there, and Harley's lip was quivering. I think that she thought I was going to put her to sleep. It was the saddest sight I ever saw. She is so human-like.
I'm so happy it wasn't the "C" word. This is a great Mother's Day present!
Harley and I were both exhausted due to lack of sleep the past few days and we took a little nap together. She snuggled up against my legs, and her breathing was better. Although, it's through the night when it's generally worse.
She kept bringing her toys out this evening. It was so cute, but she's not supposed to really play for a couple of days. Then, I can take her for a short walk and gradually increase the length. She also has to go on Senior dog food now.
I hope that my heart can survive all of this news!
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