Miss Foxy Brown's Newest Update!

A lot of you have been asking how Miss Brown's procedures went on Tuesday. I apologize that I haven't had the time to write anything until now. Here's the scoop:

Miss Foxy Brown is home and recovering, I can't express how glad I am about that. She is high risk for anesthesia and I'm glad she pulled through. There was a scare on Tuesday but she was very clear that she's not done being adored by everyone that meets her. She did not recover as gracefully as we had hoped, at first. She had to return to the animal hospital on Wednesday, due to what they think was a reaction to her medications. She has been given alternate medication since then and seems to be responding well to it.

On Saturday, Miss Foxy Brown and I got a call from her Veterinarian. He got the results of her last blood test. She has a thyroid issue and is on medication that she will have to take for the rest of her days. It should help her lose weight without me having to starve her and that will help take pressure off of her heart. She had to be very closely monitored to be sure she didn't become ill from the new medication. She was mildly dehydrated so, getting sick would have had serious repercussions.

As for Tuesday's findings: Foxy Brown has an enlarged heart and weak heart valves, the dog doctor was worried that she had a leaking heart valve but he said she didn't. What a relief! He mentioned that although her heart is enlarged, it looks good. I say her heart is too big because she has too much love to give. I know, cheesy... But it makes me feel better.

She had to lose 5 teeth, all on one side of her mouth, due to the infection that has been in her body. She is still on antibiotics and we hope that removing the teeth that the infection took over, will knock out it out entirely.

Miss Brown also has an enlarged liver. He hopes this will not create problems in the future but he thinks it is due to her age.

Unfortunately, Miss Foxy Brown has a collapsed trachea. This condition was already a situation when I got her. It has worsened but not much from when I first took her to a vet. This is a concerning problem but it's common in small dogs. I already use a harness instead of a collar to prevent further damage and I have tried to be overly preventative about this. This unhappy diagnosis has gotten worse due to age and I will have to be even more cautious about it in the future.

The saddest part about all of her health problems is that they are mostly a result of how poorly she was taken care of in her younger days. When I got her she had to battle pancreatitis, lose teeth due to poor dental health, she was terrified of people, she had hot spots and she was basically fighting to be healthy enough to stay alive. I am so glad I got to help her enjoy a frolicsome life, filled with people that love her. I'm just sad she has had to deal with this bit of bad health.

I hope that she will go back to being the sprightly little angel, that we all adore, very soon. So far she's already in better spirits and I am positive she will ready for snuggles with everyone in the near future.

I am very grateful that so many people have donated to Miss Foxy Brown's Feel Better Fund. It has made a world of difference and I am happy to say that the animal hospital is working out a payment plan for the remaining balance. They are truly the most amazing animal hospital I have ever encountered.

My sincerest gratitude goes out to all of those who have donated their time, money, love and support. I would not have made it through these past few weeks without you.

Miss Foxy Brown, What's Goin' Down?

Some of you have been asking what's going on with Miss foxy Brown. I figured writing it would be the best idea, that way I don't have to tell everyone individually. It's hard to keep talking about it, so I'd rather just get it out there and try not to worry.



On Sunday I had to take Miss Brown in to the Dog ER because her face was swollen on one side. It was alarming and I wanted to make sure she was OK. They said she was having an allergic reaction or had an abscess tooth. She also had a heart murmur. The ER Vet told me that I needed to follow up with her regular vet on Monday and I was given antibiotics to give her every 12 hours.



After going to her regular vet and having a hard time being seen we went to a new place called Glendale Animal Hospital. My only regret is that we haven't been going there all along. They were very nice and have been overly attentive with Miss Brown. It's refreshing. They are very caring and have been very sweet and supportive through all of this. If you're in the area, you should give them a visit. They confirmed that her tooth was infected and they ran more blood tests to check her organs and see if the infection was subsiding. They also checked her heart and found that her heart murmur is grade 3, which is moderate. She has weakened heart valves and there is a possibility that the murmur is being caused by a leaking heart valve. That will be further investigated on Tuesday.



Miss Foxy Brown's amazing and sweet Vet called today with the results of some of her blood tests. (We're still waiting on one that will take another day to two for results.) Today's blood results show that the infection is still prominent in her system, even with her being on antibiotics. She is also showing signs of a bad kidney. He's hoping that the kidney is going to be fine and that it will balance out after the infection dies. She is also showing signs of mild dehydration. She is drinking water, so the kidney problem is a bit of a concern.



On Tuesday I will be taking her in to the Vet's office. They will be removing the tooth that first showed signs of the infection, looking further in to her heart valve situation, administering a stronger antibiotic and running more tests. Because of her heart there is high risk in her procedures. She's a tough little angel, so I am staying positive that she will be fine.



I am sad but truly grateful that her infection showed up in her tooth and caused a noticeable problem, otherwise I wouldn't have known about any of this until it was too late. She is a little lethargic but otherwise she is acting fine and in good spirits. I can only be glad that this was noticed in time for me to help her.



We appreciate all of the love, concern and support everyone has been giving Miss Foxy Brown. I can only say thank you, although it doesn't seem to be enough.

Miss Foxy Brown!

Miss Foxy Brown is the light of my life. If you've met her, she's probably on your list of most amazing dogs ever.

She is having health problems and her estimated vet bill is $1280.50. That's just for next week. She is having issues with her heart and has a tooth that has to be removed due to a dental disease.

If you can help, we'd be eternally grateful. I know Miss Brown would be too. If you can't, we're also taking hang out time for snuggle and petting time with the lovely Miss Brown. She'll take all the love and support she can get!

It is hard for me to have to ask for help but her bills are piling up. Every penny will help me right now. If it's pocket change, a dollar or more, it would help. Truly. I can't lose her and I have to nip this is the bud.

Thank you!