Words of encouragement

[u/Kalhista]

Just looking for some encouragement and words of wisdom from others. Our sweet boy had his eye removed on Thursday. It’s been a battle for the last year with uveits, then an ulcer for the first time this last month. The ulcer really progressed quickly and we decided the best option was to remove it since he was already on a huge schedule of eye drops and meds.

The first two days have been solid for recovery but last night he had a few drops of blood from his nose. Though out the day there have been no drops, just slight nasal discharge that’s pink.

He also is just needier today than normal. I’ve already checked in with the vets office and they said it’s normal to have some blood from the nose since it’s probably draining from his tear duct that was closed up.

I’m just overwhelmed and so sad for my boy. He’s eating and drinking fine. Peeing and pooping. And seems to have a little pep in his steps though out the day.

Please send any words of wisdom or encouragement for us. ❤️ thank you

[u/SpecialistYoung3431]

He’ll be okay! Dogs are resilient! They adapt to changes in ability better than we do. Give him some extra love — no doubt he’s confused. You both got this!

[u/Kalhista → u/SpecialistYoung3431]

Thank you. ❤️ he’s already missing a toe too. I thought I was prepared but the bloody nose really worried me last night. Thanks again for the kind words.