sea-cruise Posted June 1, 2004 #1 Share Posted June 1, 2004 I know I should be happy today because I got our cruise documents, but yesterday our loving dachshund, Arnold, twisted his back and he is paralyzed. We rushed him to the vets and they sent us to a special animal hospital 30 miles away. Arnold had a mylogram?? (dye exray) and he will be operated on tomorrow morning. We've had dogs all our lives, but he is the most loving and needs to sit on someone's lap all the time. He's a dapple (grey, black, red, and a little white star trek ^ on his chest). Please think "good thoughts" for him. Thank God our cruise isn't until 3 1/2 weeks away or I would be staying home. Sorry for posting a sad note, but I need some good wishes. I will watch the board periodically, but I need to keep my phone line open so I can hear from the neurosurgeon. Thank you, to everyone who loves animals. sea-cruise Celebrating 30th cruise soon.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LINANRIC Posted June 1, 2004 #2 Share Posted June 1, 2004 SOOOOOOOOOO sorry to hear about your little doggie. I have one too, and know what you must be going through, They are just like having kids. I will pray for him and hope all goes well, please keep us posted on his progress, cause I know that I will be checking back to see how things go. Prays be with you and your little one.. LINDA LOVES TO CRUISE WOULD LIKE TO DO MORE 9/26/2004 CARNIVAL DESTINY DESTINY 9/26/04 NAVIGATOR of THE SEAS 9/20/03 SOVEREIGN of The Seas 10/1994 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deborahjo Posted June 1, 2004 #3 Share Posted June 1, 2004 I am so sorry. We have had animals all our lives. We are so picky with them you would think they were our children. Well to us ours are. I hope all goes well. Again I am so sorry. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joanportia Posted June 1, 2004 #4 Share Posted June 1, 2004 I certainly understand your sadness and hope that all will be okay with Arnold. Special pet prayers go out to him and you. Joan Sail on... "INSPIRATION"...Long Over Due...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GoinCruisin Posted June 1, 2004 #5 Share Posted June 1, 2004 I am so very sorry... I know how tough that has got to be (lots of prayers coming your way!!!)... we had to put two of our lifelong companions down in the last 6 months (one was 18 and one was 15, so they lived very long full, happy lives...), it is so heartbreaking when our pets suffer I am hoping everything will be okay... Since our First Cruise on the Sensation 7/3/2003 Until the Sensational Cruise from the Bayou! See our cruise pics at: http://groups.msn.com/thesensationgroup/chrisandchrispictures.msnw?Page=1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steveNcindy Posted June 1, 2004 #6 Share Posted June 1, 2004 Sea-cruise, Cindy and I send along our best thoughts for Arnold's recovery. Our dogs (babies) have a huge special spot in our hearts and I know how devastated we would feel. Take care. Carnival Legend 02/04 Our Cruise Pics http://community.webshots.com/user/stevencindy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jerseygirl3 Posted June 1, 2004 #7 Share Posted June 1, 2004 Oh, it's so sad when a beloved pet is sick or injured. They spend their entire lives lavishing love on their owners, that it's pitiful when we feel helpless to do more for them when they are hurting. I will keep Arnold in my prayers and hope that maybe the paralysis is temporary. caribbeanqueen3@comcast.net Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CruiseFever Posted June 1, 2004 #8 Share Posted June 1, 2004 Oh no! We'll be thinking good thoughts for you! Happy Cruising Chris www.LifeIsCruising.com Next up: Caribbean Princess 06/26/04 Star Princess 10/24/04 Diamond Princess 12/22/04 Sapphire Princess June '05 Caribbean Princess 09/17/05 Carnival Valor 10/30/05 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crazsea Posted June 1, 2004 #9 Share Posted June 1, 2004 sea-cruise, Prayers and good wishes for ARNOLD!!! I will keep positive thoughts going your way! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
halos Posted June 1, 2004 #10 Share Posted June 1, 2004 I am just sick for you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your little Arnold. I believe in Miracles MIRACLE JUNE 19, 2004 Calm Seas, Good Friends Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CruisingGirl Posted June 1, 2004 #11 Share Posted June 1, 2004 I will keep you and Arnold in my prayers. I have a doggie of my own. He is like my child. I can understand how you feel. Take care. Ecstasy 6/00 5 year Anniversary Fantasy 10/01 DM 50th Birthday and My 31st Birthday DH 40th Birthday Surprise on the Fascination 6/04 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GAndie Posted June 1, 2004 #12 Share Posted June 1, 2004 My prayers are with you and Arnold. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mumsyo Posted June 1, 2004 #13 Share Posted June 1, 2004 Please tell Arnold and I and my Angel Kitty are praying for him!! It is so hard when a member of the family requires medical attention--and our pets ARE family members!!! Marilyn MumsyO HAL, Amsterdam, Aug. 1, 2004 Till I'm howling with the Hounds! Miracle 2/13/05 Caribbean Princess 9/17/05 With the HOUNDS!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hill6 Posted June 1, 2004 #14 Share Posted June 1, 2004 Sea Cruise my thoughts are with you as I look at my little black and tan dachshund. My little Lady and I pray that Arnold will be ok. I know how precious they are. Please keep us informed. Triumph 7/8/00 (Eastern) Triumph 7/28/01 (Western) Glory 7/26/03 (Eastern) Fantasy 7/4/04 (4 Night) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
northerner Posted June 1, 2004 #15 Share Posted June 1, 2004 Our thoughts and prayers are with you and Arnold. Best friends as they are it is terribly hard when they are in dire straights. I wish I could give you a big hug. 12/11 Carnival Holiday Mobile, AL to Mexico Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tropicalconcrete Posted June 1, 2004 #16 Share Posted June 1, 2004 We too have a dapple daschshund. After two pugs, we rescued our new dog (Gizmo). He is the sweetest animal on the planet. I know your heart is low but Arnold knows that you are doing all you can for him. Just give him the same love that you have been and he will want nothing else. Our prayers go out to you and Arnold. Sun Princess 4/74 Windjammer Fantome 7/78-8/79 (Employee) Regal Empress 6/02 Til Triumph Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teedee Posted June 1, 2004 #17 Share Posted June 1, 2004 You and your precious Arnold are also in my thoughts and prayers. I have a Boston Terrier that I love and adore and I know how you must be feeling. We are all hoping for the best. Terri Skyward - 1989 Carnivale - 1991 Holiday - 1994 Fantasy - 1998 Century - 2002 Century - 2003 Jubilee - 7/04 Century - 9/04 Coral Princess - 3/05 Valor - 10/05 Days til Valor Vampires Cruise Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sophie Posted June 1, 2004 #18 Share Posted June 1, 2004 I know how you feel. We have two dogs, one a Chihuahua and one a "pound puppy". We love them like they're our children and would be heartbroken if anything happened to them. I can't even stand the thought of leaving them for a week when we cruise! Many prayers comming your way for your beloved dog, Arnold. Hope he is feeling better soon. Give him a big hug for me! Sophie Counting down the days till we sail the Rhapsody! 12-5-04 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nosnobunny Posted June 1, 2004 #19 Share Posted June 1, 2004 I understand what you're going through. We lost our little 16 year old cocakpoo Taffy just two weeks before we left for our last cruise in March. It broke my heart. Now we have her ashes buried in the back yard in my flower bed. It helps knowing that she's back home again. Hopefully your little dog will pull through this. But you may have some very tough decisions to make. Whatever happens, remember that you're doing the best thing for Arnold. My thoughts are with you. Please keep us posted on Arnold's progress. Beth Mariner of the Seas Reali-Tini Cruise Oct. 16/05 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ari & Jacqui Posted June 1, 2004 #20 Share Posted June 1, 2004 Our thoughts are with you and your family, and we wish Arnold a speedy recovery! I think we're on the same cruise, I'd love to see pics of him! Miracle 6/26!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lakelover Posted June 2, 2004 #21 Share Posted June 2, 2004 My thoughts and prayers are with you and Arnold. We have had many trials with our ten month old Nuef and have seen tears run down my DH's face as this pup has been closer and more appreciative than most humans....and I sit here with welled eyes over your 'baby'. All will be as it is supposed to be and your Arnold knows that he is loved...more than many two legged souls. Take care of yourself and Russ, Nyla (MY baby) and I are pulling for your Arnold. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TiaGr Posted June 2, 2004 #22 Share Posted June 2, 2004 Arnold we will all say a pray for you! Please let us know ASAP how he is doing! He will be back on your lap before you know it. 7,25,04 Inspiration Sailing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theos on the go Posted June 2, 2004 #23 Share Posted June 2, 2004 So sorry to hear about your little one. Our prayers are with you. 1/05 Elation Cruise Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pazooter Posted June 2, 2004 #24 Share Posted June 2, 2004 We send our thoughts and prayers for Arnold and your family. Veterinarians can work wonders. Ours did when our dog Jacques hurt his hip and it had to be set and casted for five days. Good luck and God Bless you. Cathy Until our **STAR** search Seattle to Alaska on NCL Star June 27, 2004 Fantasy 12/25/03 Inspiration 4/13/03 NCL Majesty 12/27/02 Jubilee 3/23/02 Norwegian Sea 11/23/01 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crzndeb Posted June 2, 2004 #25 Share Posted June 2, 2004 Oh Arnold, get better....these little critters just pull at our heart strings, don't they? I had to put my 13yo Cairn Bounder down in Dec. and a day still doesn't go by that I don't look at his pic. You're in my thoughts and prayers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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