Sunday, July 10, 2011

Gus: Buster update.

Mom drove down to Blacksburg, Virginia, today to see Buster at Virginia Tech Veterinary Hospital. (Dad really wanted to go, but he had to stay home to be with us.) When Mom called tonight she said that Buster was so happy to see her! She was just as excited to see him! She said Buster wagged his tail and put his head in her arms. When she talked to him, telling him how much we all love him, she said he placed his paw on her arm. That's what he always does when Mom talks sweet to him. :)

Mom got to see the ICU where Buster is staying. It is very nice and he has a big, quiet, comfortable place to rest. Mom said the space was so large that there was room for her to lie down with him. She wanted to spend the night with him in there, but they wouldn't allow it. I personally think it would only help Buster to have Mom with him! I guess they have hospital rules. So, Mom is staying at a hotel near the hospital and waiting for Lara ("Buster's student") to call her in the morning with an update. Later on in the day Mom will go visit him again.

The veterinarian/surgeon is still concerned about Buster's nausea and vomiting, which is being treated with IV fluids and medicine. Until that gets straightened out, they can't feed him - and he needs to eat. The vet said that Buster's improved mood is encouraging, though. Maybe with Mom there he'll perk up even more!

Many nice humans and their dogs and cats are praying/"purraying" for Buster. Here's a nice blog that has Buster's picture posted along with a link to The Doggy Diary so that others can send words of encouragement. This world really is full of wonderful people. :)

Dear God, I miss my brother Buster. I pray that he is resting well and that he will be healed so he can come home to us. My mom and dad are worried, but they know he is in your hands. Please keep Buster comfortable and let him know how loved he is by not just his family, but by so many. Amen.

Goodnight, 
Gussie
Sweet Buster

11 comments:

  1. Dear Buster & Family, Remember, not a sparrow falls that God doesn't know about it and care. He cares deeply for all of us, furry ones too! More love & prayers from Beth, Beau, Henry, Zephyr & Flame

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  2. We are thinking of Sweet Buster and praying for him to feel well and be well to be able to eat and heal and be healthy and to come home to your family very soon. Amen to your prayer Gussie. Our very best thoughts to your family as well.

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  3. Amen, Gussie! I am prayimg for you. Mommy says God is in control, but still, it hurts to see your loved one so sick. We are all praying that Buster pulls through this.

    Blessings,
    Your Pal,
    Jade

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  4. We are sending lots of healing purrs to Buster and comforting purrs to all of you. We just know Buster is going to make a speedy recovery so he can come home to all of you. Glad your Mom can visit with him and keep him company while he is in the hospital.

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  5. Sweet Buster...sending positive thoughts your way. We must ask for what we want. Let's keep up with our steady stream of prayers.

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  6. We're glad to read encouraging news of Buster. We hope he will continue to improve and start eating soon! Having your mom there will really cheer up them both. Purrs and wags.

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  7. We purring and praying for Buster, big. Thank you for the update. We were just wondering how he was doing! You guys just hang in there. We're glad your Mom was able to see him and stay close by. That has to help him, her and you guys! :-)

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  8. Anne told us about Buster. Poor puppy. We are thinking of him and purring he gets better ASAP. Meow from Malaysia!

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  9. We are purring and praying real hard for Buster to get better, so that he can come home to you all. Hugs!

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  10. We are adding our purrs and prayers for Buster!

    Junior, Orion and Meowm

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  11. Sending some healing purrrrrss to Buster and the rest of his family. Hang in there, woofer.

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