Need Help/Information on Brain Tumors and Strokes

[Mama_Zookeeper]

Can you imagine how fast you could sell your product if Mr. B could bottle his endurance and perseverence! He is so much more than just a trooper. Aimee, I am glad to hear that he is still hanging in there...you too! You have most definitely earned an angel wing! More hugs & kisses to you Baxter!

Dora

 

[Austin's Mom]

Thanks for the update, Aimee. That Baxter really is one tough cookie! I say a special prayer just for Bax (and you guys) every single night. Please give him a great big hug from us.

 

[Holden's Mom]

All the prayers and positive vobes continue to come your way from the two of us. That Baxter is one incredible boxer boy. Hang iin there big fella.

Pam and Pete

 

[Albie]

Thanks for the update Aimee. Baxter sure is one strong boy! Some heart supplements our cardiologist and holistic vet recommend are L-carnitine, taurine and Co-enzyme Q 10. Our holistic vet also recommended that we feed some type of heart every day. I found sliced beef heart at a local Food Lion, so I've been giving Belle a slice with every meal. We give Belle a supplement called Canine Cardiac Support by Standard Process, and Bio-Cardio by Thorne. Both of these supplements contain L-carnitine, taurine and CoQ10, however I add additional L-carnitine because the cardiologist recommends a much higher dose than what is in these supplements. We will continue to keep you guys in our prayers!

 

[Aimee]

Thank you for each and every good thought and prayer!!

Some heart supplements our cardiologist and holistic vet recommend are L-carnitine, taurine and Co-enzyme Q 10. Our holistic vet also recommended that we feed some type of heart every day.

We give Belle a supplement called Canine Cardiac Support by Standard Process, and Bio-Cardio by Thorne. Both of these supplements contain L-carnitine, taurine and CoQ10, however I add additional L-carnitine because the cardiologist recommends a much higher dose than what is in these supplements.

It's good to know that we are atleast on the right track! Georgia thanks for sharing your recommended supplements. Currently Baxter does get Co-enzyme Q-10 30mg twice a day. He also gets heart everyday in his meals! However, I am going to call Dr. Kruesi today and ask about both of the supplements you give Belle and also the additional L-carnitine to see if perhaps they could be beneficial to Baxter. Both Standard Process and Thorne are excellent sources of supplements, I know Dr. Kruesi will be familiar with them! Where do you purchase your supplements at?

Aimee

 

[Linda/NJ]

Thanks for the update on Baxter, I think of him all the time. Sending more positive vibes~~~~~~~~~~

 

[Albie]

I purchased the Standard Process and Thorne supplements directly from our holistic vet. I buy most of the other supplements I use on-line from http://www.onlynaturalpet.com/. I am not sure price-wise if they are competitive with other stores, but I have been pleased with their customer service.

 

[Austin's Mom]

Aimee I was thinking about Baxter and wondering how he is feeling. Any updates?

 

[jray]

Still thinking about you and Mr. B!

 

[Aimee]

Sadly, our journey is coming to an end. I had to make the hardest call of my life today, Baxter's final appointment. Mr. B will be laid to rest on Saturday, April 9 at 11:00 a.m. I have taken the day off on Friday so that we can enjoy one last day together.

My husband and I have spent the last few days desperately trying to figure out what the best thing for Baxter would be. We are now certain that the decision we have made is what is best for our Bax. Baxter had a tough life before we adopted him and I believe we owe him the ability to leave this world with his head held high and with dignity. If we wait much longer, he will not be able to do so.

The past few days Baxter has been depressed, his mobility is severely affected, and he has little energy. The smallest of tasks completely zap Bax of any energy. Yesterday when our petsitter came Baxter didn't even get out of his bed to greet her, she had to help him up and it took her two tries to get him onto his feet. This morning he didn't finish his breakfast and he refused it when she came this afternoon which we all know is unlike him. For the first time, I believe he is no longer happy.

My heart breaks for Baxter and for what he has had to endure. Bax is a fighter, he is a brave soul. But even fighters and brave souls have to call it quits when enough is enough. Mr. B is my man, my love, my friend. As painful as this is for me, I know that I must shoulder this pain so that he no longer has to. I pray for strength to get through the days ahead. I pray for Baxter to find peace. I find peace knowing that Baxter will regain his sight and be able to see me and Jason for the first time ever! I find peace knowing that Baxter's friend Goliath will be one of the first in line to welcome him to the bridge so that he will not feel alone or be scared in a strange place. I find peace that he will bask in the sun and be able to RUN like the wind. He will be able to play bow and box and do all those silly boxer things that had been prematurely taken away from him. I find peace knowing his body will be made whole again and he will remain healthy for eternity. I find peace knowing that he will watch over me until the day we meet again. I find peace knowing that this is not really good-bye, he will always remain a part of me in my heart.

My favorite qoute will be inscribed on his urn

"Do not cry because it's over, smile because it happened"

You all have been the best support system I could have asked for. Thank you for making this journey with us.

Aimee