Saar's tumour (was Getting Saar spayed?)

[a reader of books]

They are the hardest decisions I hope talking with your vets helps. I think for me its their demeanour & something in their eyes, I know my vets talk about things like bright & responsive. I am pleased today you are slightly more optimistic. I like that she has the syringe meds she prefers now & sounds more herself. More pain meds sounds good too though it must be difficult knowing they are as high as they can go

Thank you so much, j&b. It did help to talk to the vet today. He said we can keep increasing her pain relief as much as she needs (I like my vets, but it would be nice if they would all agree with each other on things...). We're increasing her buprenorphine from 3 to 5 times a day, as he said that would be less likely to make her drowsy than upping the dosage, but to get in touch on Monday if it's not enough, because then we will raise her dosage. I did ask him what I can expect, and he said she'll eventually stop eating because her stomach won't be able to empty anymore the way it should because of the tumour being in the way, and that's when we should let her go, which is horrible to think about, but important to know... He's confident we can keep her pain-free until then, though, so that's a real relief. Her demeanor today has been bright and she's eating a lot and she's her curious little self, so as long as we can keep her free of pain, I don't think it's her time yet, though I know it will be soon.

Oh reader, I'm so sorry I didn't see this sooner. I am so very sorry, Saar is such a beautiful bunny, I can't believe this is happening She's such a big bright personality, I hate that her end has to be this way. Whatever you chose in terms of pts, I know you'll make the right decision. You love your rabbits, and you always do what's best for them. And I know this is such a small consolation, but at least Saar got to live with you and Casper. It would've been much worse if she lived out the rest of her life without her bunny partner and her human friend. You gave her something she hadn't had before, and you made her life beautiful.

My hugs and vibes for you, Saar, and Casper May your last days with her be sunshine

This is so very kind and sweet of you to say, thank you It is much better that she at least got a home and didn't have to spend her remaining months at the rescue, that's definitely true... I'll try to remind myself of that. I am so very grateful and glad to have gotten to share my life with her, even if it won't be for as long as I had hoped.

 

[Cinnabun14]

I am so grateful you shared Saar with us too. Reading about her antics have really helped me during a pretty uncertain and difficult time. I'm gonna miss her. Thank you for Saar, reader

 

[a reader of books]

Aww, thank you so much for saying that, Cinnabun I'm glad reading about my silly food-loving girl has helped you.

 

[a reader of books]

Ah, I forgot to say, the vet nurse doing Casper's laser therapy today said Saar's large amount of smelly, uneaten cecos might be because I've been giving her a lot more pellets to keep her weight up, and the vet thinks that's why, too. He said to just keep giving her the pellets, though, because she needs the energy.

 

[Zoobec]

I’m so sorry, I have missed this thread. And I’m so sorry that to read about Saar. It must be so hard for you all. At least she has had the best home and the most love and care possible at the end. Sending lots vibes and hugs xx

 

[a reader of books]

I’m so sorry, I have missed this thread. And I’m so sorry that to read about Saar. It must be so hard for you all. At least she has had the best home and the most love and care possible at the end. Sending lots vibes and hugs xx

Thank you so much, Zoobec

 

[a reader of books]

I'm really tired, but wanted to post an update. We still don't have her pain under control, despite upping her pain relief again yesterday, but we're working on it... She's still bright and curious and active, though. The syringe feed has been helping a lot. She gets some on a little plate with her meds in it (so, 6 times a day), and she's finally gained weight She's gained about 250 gr since last week, which is a huge amount (I didn't believe it at first, so I had her step on the scales a second time), and I realise a growing tumour will add some weight, but she's feeling a lot less bony, thankfully, so it's mostly body weight. She's 2.03kg now, so only about 120 gr away from her healthy weight. She's also not having a million cecos now that I've mostly replaced the pellets with the syringe feed, so that's much better. I still managed to step in one with my bare foot this morning, though! That happens more often than I would like, haha.

This is her yesterday, looking like she was relaxing in her tent on a camping trip

 

[Zoobec]

I hope you can manage to get her pain more in control. She looks happy and bright in herself though. I’m glad she is gaining weight. Sending more vibes and hugs xx

 

[bunny momma]

It is good to read that she is taking her feeds/meds well and is gaining weight. Sending tons of positive vibes her pain can be controlled so you and Casper can enjoy more time with Saar. She sounds like a very entertaining bunny.

 

[SarahP]

Oh no, so sorry this is happening to you. It's rotten luck. Lots of love to Saar who is obviously getting the best care possible.

 

[MimzMum]

I'm just seeing this...I am crying for you and your bunnies, reader....life is so cruel.
Many prayers for Saar, Casper and you that she will be pain free as possible and that time will allow you to make many good memories.

 

[joey&boo]

Thank You for the update. That is a gorgeous photo of her she looks very relaxed & happy on her camping trip. I'm really impressed you've managed to get her to gain weight, its great to hear she isn't feeling so bony now. Less cecos has got to be a good thing for her tummy & your toes. I'd forgotten about the joys of ceco toes

 

[a reader of books]

Thank you all so very much for your care and empathy, everyone. It means so much to me She's a happy girl. I'm spending lots of time with her. We just really need to get her pain under control. Casper's looking after her so well, though

J&B, don't worry, I'm getting enough ceco toes for the both of us, haha.

 

[Cinnabun14]

I'm sorry Saar's still feeling pain, but at least she's up and around. I'm glad she's gaining weight too, that's really good. Don't forget to take care of yourself too reader

 

[a reader of books]

Aw, thank you so much, Cinnabun. That's very kind of you I admit I'm pretty bad at taking care of myself when I'm stressed, so my ME is kicking my butt right now. I will try to do better.


We're going to add a different medication to Saar's pain relief, and we're going to try CBD drops as well, so hopefully that will help her be more comfortable.

 

[Pets mum]

I hope the CBD oil, and the new medication helps her pain Reader, and please look after yourself too x

 

[bunny momma]

Sending lots of vibes that the new meds and CBD drops will eliminate Saar’s pain so you and Casper can enjoy more quality time with Saar.

Also sending vibes that you can be less stressed so you can fully enjoy the entertaining antics of Casper and Saar.

 

[Cinnabun14]

I hope the CBD works well for Saar. Sending healing vibes for you, Casper, and Saar

 

[a reader of books]

Aw, thank you all so much Her pain seems to be mostly under control right now, thankfully. The CBD oil is arriving today, so hopefully that'll take care of the rest once we've reached the right dosage.

I've been trying to take care and am feeling less stressed now, thank you

 

[Zoobec]

That’s good news that her pain is under control and that you are feeling less stressed now. Topping up the vibes xx