I was just leaving for my massage appointment when I handed the dogs their treats and noticed that Molly hadn't taken hers from my hand. I looked down, and she didn't even make an effort,although she looked very enthusiastic. As usual when I see something odd like that, I moved it around to test her vision. She could not see the treat. I put it to her mouth, and she took it and ate it. I gave them a second treat - same thing. Third - they were in hog heaven, but Molly did not see it.
I walked around and watched Molly following me. I stopped and stood still. She walked back to the pantry, but bumped into something on the way. Molly does not bump into things. She wasn't going very fast. She tended to stay fairly close to walls and furniture, but did not touch them. I think she can maybe see a little light. Maybe not.
There have been times over the last two months or so that I felt Molly could not see or hear me. When I waited a few minutes, she could. I was never sure. I hope this passes, but I am not optimistic. Not at all, not this time. This time I am positive she cannot see.
My last dog, Maggie, was 14 years old. I went away for a weekend. The child was with her. When I came home, Maggie was totally blind. The child hadn't noticed, so perhaps it had just happened. Two weeks (or maybe two months, I honestly cannot remember) later, Maggie went into a seizure that lasted all night, and continued on until I could get my then-boyfriend over to carry her to the car for me because Maggie was too big for me to lift while she was in a seizure. She had never had one before that night.
Because of that night, I wanted smaller dogs from then on. Maggie suffered all night, not even able to control her bodily functions or even to pull her own tongue into her mouth. It was the worst night of my life. It was the last of hers. She had a full, happy life with us after having been turned in as an abused puppy at the local humane society.
Molly is 9 years old. She is a beagle with nice papers, although she is fixed. Her Addison's Disease has nothing to do with this.
Maggie had a brain tumor. I am terrified that Molly does too. I am not afraid of a blind dog, we can work with that, but I do not know what caused it. I have to drug her with Valium to take her to the vet, and it's too late today to have enough time for the Valium to work. She has had sezizures at the vet's office before. I can't risk that. Not now. She has never had a seizure any where else.
Molly's urine is clear, I had it tested over the weekend. So it's not the UTI keeping her back now. It's something much more serious. Maybe a brain tumor - I don't know. I will probably find out tomorrow. Tomorrow is also my birthday.
Keep Molly in your thoughts.
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We had a border collie once that was blind. He was 16 and we never even knew he was blind until we moved and then he started bumping into things. He didn't live more than 6 months after that. I had to pick him up the one step into the house as he had arthritus and couldn't manage it. He took a deep breath and died in my arms. He was an older dog though and your Molly is still young. Hope all goes well. Birthdays are supposed to be happy days so I'm hoping you do have a very Happy Birthday. 'On Ya' - ma
Oh my! That is what happened to my little Pom. She was 16 1/2 years old. I don't really know what happened to her; if she went blind or had a stroke. My vet took one look at her and said she was dying. Of course she was 16 1/2 years old. My little dog walked a circle through the house I don't know how many times!! I stayed up until 3 in the morning worrying about her. My husband did not know because I was asleep when he got up. When he let her out she walked right off of the porch! Will keep her in my prayers. :-) I do pray for my animals. Wishing you an early birthday. Janie
My sil dog is blind. She has caracts really bad, and sil could not afford to get them off. But she still has her, and carries her outside and takes her on walks on leash.
Oh Susan, I am so sorry about Molly. I know you are just worried sick. I am sure she is getting more hugs and kisses that she knows what to do with.....but she is loving it. I hope all turns out well, wouldn't that be a great Birthday present? Kisses to the babies and a hug for you. Anne
Not a very happy birthday with worry about your precious doggie Molly. I'm thinking of her and of you. Paula
Poor Molly! She's in my prayers and so are you. I'm not even going to say have a happy birthday cause I know you won't until you know Molly will be okay.
Missie
So sorry to hear of Molly's latest problems. I know how worried yoou must be but hope you can enjoy your birthday anyway.
{{{{{hug}}}}}}
Donna
aww, poor Molly. Please keep us posted.
Love you,
kathi
I am so sorry about Molly, truly. We still cry over our beloved Trooper who died way too young two years ago. I am sorry too that this happened on your birthday. I will keep you in my thoughts, my friend. rose
As far as I'm concerned, concerns for our pets are right up there with concerns for our children. Maybe that's twisted, but it's the way I feel.
I hope you get some answers and a positive outlook. You and Molly will be in my thoughts.
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