Sad news
Sad news, everyone… Dee passed away through the night. I just got off the phone, she’ll be transferred to a diagnostic lab for a complete necropsy to determine what the cause is.
It is so important in the field of camelids that information is shared and I hope that this will shed some light on neurological issues, their causes and their treatment. Of course I will post the results as soon as I have them, those of you with alpacas of your own may learn something that may be very useful down the track.
I am so grateful for the overwhelming number of you who immediately flooded us with love, support, and financial aid with her vet bills by purchasing the bookmarks in my Etsy store. I’d hoped, of course, for a happy ending, and that did not seem unrealistic when she became stable and her bloodwork showed improved in just a matter of days. Unfortunately Dee, strong in spirit as she was, felt that this was too much. I’ll update again as soon as I have some news.
Comment by Dawn Riden
I’m so sorry, dear. It’s hard to lose a very special animal. I hope you got enough of our help to make it at least not financial burden as well. Lots of love is coming your way. . .
Posted on November 18, 2009 at 11:49 am
Comment by Zenasurialpacas
It is so sad to lose a friend and our alpacas become just that. Our condolences.
Posted on November 18, 2009 at 12:15 pm
Comment by PumpkinMama
So sorry to hear this sad news. Hugs.
Posted on November 18, 2009 at 1:12 pm
Comment by Dawn
I’m so sorry to hear this. I know losing such a special animal can be heartbreaking. Hopefully, with everyone’s donations, you won’t have the financial burden as well. Lots of love coming your way.
Posted on November 18, 2009 at 1:14 pm
Comment by Dani
Roo, I already sent my condolences on twitter but I wanted to say it here again more personally. I am so sorry for your loss, it has been a rough year for your herd and I hope that everyone is healthy and happy very soon. My heart is with you and your beautiful animals.
Posted on November 18, 2009 at 7:40 pm
Comment by Ruby
I’m so sorry about the los of Dee, she was so cute.
Posted on November 19, 2009 at 2:09 am
Comment by Rolf Barbakken/Knapper Alpakka
So sorry to hear that. We were hoping she would pull through.
Our deepest condolences
Posted on November 19, 2009 at 12:47 pm
Comment by Jessie
(((hug))) Will be sending you a longer email.
Posted on November 20, 2009 at 5:52 pm
Comment by SF Knitter
I’m very sorry to hear about Dee.
Posted on November 22, 2009 at 8:57 am
Comment by Phyllis
Roo,
I’m so sorry about Dee.
Sending you hugs.
Posted on November 24, 2009 at 7:40 pm
Comment by Rachel Peck
I am so sorry about Dee
On a happy not I nominated you for the Kreativ Blogger award. You can find the details on my last post.
Many hugs and comfort to you
Posted on November 25, 2009 at 8:28 pm
Comment by Alpaca Farmgirl
Hey Roo. Just heard about Dee. That is so sad, I’m sorry to hear that.
You are right. It is important for us to share the “bad” as well as the good. We can all learn from each others’ experiences. Thank you for sharing her story. She was lucky to have you!
P.S. Your Etsy shop looks divine.
Posted on November 26, 2009 at 7:24 am
Comment by Janneke
Sorry to read, just now.
Sometimes you don’t post anyghitn for so long……..and me having so little time, you know what it’s like. I thought I’d check your blogs again today, since I ended up with Jesse’s card back here, returned. Hope you’re getting through this latest heartache.
If it’s any consolation, I have heard from Anneke’s youngest son (your neighbour in the M.L. Kingweg), Arnoud, he says he still clearly remembers your mother. That’s nice huh ? I think so.
I am thinking of you too. We’re going through though times ours3elves, but am taking it one day at a time.
Hugs a plenty for you all.
Posted on December 10, 2009 at 10:43 pm
Comment by Tamara
I’m so sorry to just read this. I just found out about Dee from my bookmark and just now reading your prior entry and was hoping that all would work out. Sending hugs and condolences to you and your family.
Posted on December 20, 2009 at 12:54 pm