Chisme is still having an absolute meltdown and unfortunately it seems medicating at home is just not effective.
We’re at 1am and I’ve maxed out what was sent home to no avail .
I’m heading back to UGA with her now to prevent her from hurting herself.
2:30am Update: They are keeping her for at least a few days to recalculate meds and making sure she hasn’t damaged her leg.
We have spent the last 6 + hours trying to help her settle and she absolutely wasn’t having it. She was screaming, clawing her ecollar, howling, trying to climb out of her kennel, trying to bite her XFix. Every few minutes she’d cycle through it all again. She had made the pin sites bleed and it was just too much to risk. I ran through the entire book of things to help her settle, and nothing worked. She was powering through gabapentin, trazodone, and Ace like it was water.
Unfortunate this means another significant increase to her medical bills…
Thank you to everyone that has reached out, prayed, or contributed to our fundraisers!
They will continue going as we are still looking at $15000* or so for everything.
**Any funds over the cost of her care will be donated to our local animal shelter to help care for those souls in need!**
Below are the current Fundraising efforts:
Raffles:
Paypal/Venmo: KaylaCaudle92
Cashapp: $KGault20
Champ Dog Gear Collar:
https://www.facebook.com/share/1AvtSKXZFu/?mibextid=wwXIfr
Large Ruffland:
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1BvWCYeM3g/?mibextid=wwXIfr
XL Ruffland:
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/17u9yT6Si4/?mibextid=wwXIfr
Can Curtains (2):
https://www.facebook.com/share/18JbX85KWG/?mibextid=wwXIfr
Biothane Collar/Toy combo:
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/14XNLX6mgz5/?mibextid=wwXIfr
Gear for Sale:
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/17C1Eere1B/?mibextid=wwXIfr
GoFundMe:
https://gofund.me/7e69f02d1
If anyone would like to donate directly to her surgical expenses they may do so by calling UGA Veterinary Hospital at 706*542*1984 and applying the donation to “Chisme/Kayla Gault” Acct # 337177
Caring for a pet recovering from surgery can be one of the most stressful experiences a pet owner will face. From personal experience, managing pain and anxiety in animals like Chisme at home often presents more challenges than expected. Even with medications like gabapentin, trazodone, and acepromazine, some pets may still exhibit severe distress and agitation, as seen with Chisme’s behavior such as clawing at her e-collar and attempting to escape her kennel. It’s important to recognize signs that home care might not be sufficient, including repeated attempts to harm the surgical site, excessive vocalization, and restlessness. In such cases, returning to a veterinary hospital like UGA for closer monitoring and medication adjustment can be life-saving and help prevent further injury. The financial burden of veterinary care, especially for surgeries followed by extended hospitalization to manage complications, can be overwhelming. Fundraising through platforms like GoFundMe, as well as raffles and sales of donated items such as dog collars and gear, has become a vital lifeline for pet owners in similar situations. These efforts not only support the immediate medical needs of pets like Chisme but also help local animal shelters by redirecting any additional funds. For anyone navigating this difficult journey, connecting with others who have gone through similar experiences can provide much-needed emotional support and practical advice. Consider joining online communities focused on pet recovery and veterinary care fundraising to share stories, tips, and encouragement. Lastly, if you’re moved to support animals facing medical crises, consider donating directly to veterinary hospitals or local shelters. Even small contributions can make a significant difference in covering costly treatments and improving the quality of life for vulnerable pets.
