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Prudence “Pru”
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Our 8 year old beautiful Great Dane Pru was taken to the emergency vet hospital locally last night around 8pm, with the help of a great friend we were able to carry her in a blanket to the car. I came home after work (Jay was away for business) and she was unable to lift her self to stand. We were told about 10 months ago that she had hip dysplasia and that this day would come, but not this soon.
After a series of tests to rule out possible causes it is most likely to be Wobblers Disease. which is malformation of the vertebrae near or at the neck and affects the spinal column, thus restricting nerves and causing neurological problems. There is a test to determine if in fact it is Wobblers, but that test is $2000 and if it was determined to be Wobblers, the surgery would be an additional $6000 or more. She is currently comfortable resting and has been receiving medication all day as well as steroids to reduce the inflammation and swelling.
We are torn up with sadness and very hurt with this sudden decline in her health, but given her age, the further monetary obligation, and our home being on the 5th floor we will most likely need to let her go.
Jay will arrive home sometime tomorrow and will go right to the hospital to see her for a few hours and we will decide what is best for her.
Thank you and Pru thanks you for all your love over the years. We LOVE HER VERY MUCH and will miss her oh so much! I know everyone says this- but she is a very sweet and wonderful dog.
Shan and Jay
added July 11th: Jays facebook status: ”At 6:55 pm we said goodbye to our best girl as she slipped quietly and peacefully away in my arms. We will never forget your Pru. You were our heart.” Here is a link to a slide show Jay made.
Pru 2001-2009
She IS a sweet and wonderful dog. So sorry that she is so sick.
Call me if you need anything. Call her Pooh Bear for me please. Say movie time. That was her favorite time at aunt Thom’s summer retreat. XOXOXO.
I’m sorry for you both-I know how much you both love her and it breaks my heart thinking about it.
Shan, Only one Pru is not enough.
“In the end, it’s not the years in your life that count, it’s the life in your years.” A. Lincoln
Pru was happy to have been with you and Jay.
It’s raining in my heart.
Dad
Marni Pearlman at 7:17pm July 11
oh honey-that brings me to tears. i loved pru…she was such an old soul. i’ll never forget her pru-lean. know how much i love you and i share your heartache…
Lindsey Pearlman at 7:18pm July 11
Jay… My heart aches aches aches. I wish you and shan the gentlest grieving process possible. One day you will see her again, and she will express gratitude for your mercy and kindness. It has been an honor to be a part of her life from afar. My heart is with both of you. So much love. I am so deeply sorry for the loss of your sweet precious soul that was miss prudence. Somewhere… She is enjoying a popsicle and loving you so much.
Wade Shelton at 7:22pm July 11
my love to you both, i’m so saddened to hear about your loss. My heart goes out to you both and I so pray you remember the good and that you both know of the love and compassion you gave to your girl.
Michelline Barwell Howard at 7:27pm July 11
I’m so sorry for your loss. It’s so hard to say goodbye to those we love.
John Fernandez at 7:47pm July 11
My thoughts are with you two.
Tina Black at 7:57pm July 11
I am very sorry … I am sending you huge hugs and kisses…
Pamela Bloom Hicks at 8:00pm July 11
I am so sorry! I can only imagine!
Teresa Renfroe at 8:01pm July 11
so sorry Jay, my heart goes out to you!
Jeneve Ruben McMann at 8:09pm July 11
As hard as it is for you and Shan right now, Pru is running after a SQUIRREL knowing what a happy, wonderful life she had with you! We’ll be thinking good thoughts for you!
Cassandra White at 8:12pm July 11
Sorry to hear about this sad loss.
Katie Gardner Devane at 8:13pm July 11
Just this side of heaven is a place called Rainbow Bridge.
When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to Rainbow Bridge. There are meadows and hills for all of our special friends so they can run and play together. There is plenty of food, water and sunshine, and our friends are warm and comfortable.
All the… Read More
Katie Gardner Devane at 8:13pm July 11
You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet, you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted again. The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress the beloved head, and you look once more into the trusting eyes of your pet, so long gone from your life but never absent from your heart.
Then you cross Rainbow Bridge together….
Author unknown…
Judi Sikes at 9:31pm July 11
THank all of my Son and Shans sweet friends for being so Loving and caring…. If we could only come togather and circle them with our love….GOD Feels and GOD Heals.. God Bless you all. MaMa Judi
Daniel Shirley at 10:38pm July 11
Hugs!!! So sad!
Judi Sikes at 10:59pm July 11
She is waiting at that Rainbow bridge….I am so sad for my boys.. Feel my arms around you and know that God Loves you and he is smiling that Miss Pru just jumped up and gave him a BIG OLE KISS…. Mama loves you both.
March Montgomery Powell at 11:22pm July 11
Jay I am so sorry to hear about Pru. You guys are in my thoughts and prayers!!!
Catherine Peacock at 11:38pm July 11
We are very sad, Jay, and send you all our love and hugs.
Marlene Weeks at 12:05am July 12
Sorry to hear this sad news. Healing hugs to you and Shan.
Marni Pearlman at 7:36pm July 11
xoxo….
Todd Alan at 7:40pm July 11
John Hayden at 7:50pm July 11
I am so priviledged that I got to meet her.
OMG! I’m so sorry boys.
Simran Feliu at 8:05pm July 11
I’m so sorry
Meredith E. Wolz at 8:19pm July 11
Oh no…I’m so sorry for your loss.
Avis Ayers at 8:20pm July 11
So sorry…my heart is with you guys!
Nancy Chon at 8:39pm July 11
I’m so sorry Shan…please try and keep your chin up.
Judi Sikes at 9:26pm July 11
I Can’t even comment.. I am sooo Sad for my Boys.. I wish I was there just to hold you both.
Devon Weekly Moos at 9:52pm July 11
I’m sorry for both of your loss-I know how much you guys loved her.
Marie Ciancarelli at 9:54pm July 11
So very sorry, difficult time for you. Big warm hugs to both of you and Pru is now with my little Benji. Love yas dearly.
Jill Kawanishi at 10:08pm July 11
I am so sorry but it’s comforting to know she died peacefully surrounded by love.
Stacey Chobanian at 10:33pm July 11
So sorry, Shan. Can you feel me hugging you?
Daniel Shirley at 10:38pm July 11
Awe hugs! Pru is and will always be the best pooch ever!
Judi Sikes at 10:47pm July 11
She was the best Dog Ever….THis is a Pru story..I was visiting Jay and Shan.. Mama was inher room.. I woke up rollled over.. there was this BIG Head looking at me…She was sooo sweet.. I guess she figured I was going to be the first 1 up.. So here we went.. My Sweet Pru.. Mamam Judi willl always remember u . My Boys loved you so much.When you … Read More
Julie Walters Nichols at 11:08pm July 11
Ah so sorry for you!
Esther Cosio at 1:10am July 12
I’m so sorry, Shan
Susan Trittschuh Schindel at 1:38am July 12
So sorry, guys…big hugs & smooches
Lindsey Pearlman at 2:09am July 12
shan, please see my comment on jay’s status update…
my heart breaks in 100 million pieces for both of you. i’m so sorry for the loss of your sweet precious girl.
Chantalle Couba at 2:56am July 12
NO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Brad Neal at 3:39am July 12
sorry to hear that shan, I know what its like lost my ferret last year and he was like a son to me.
Shan & Jay: My heartfelt love and sympathies with assisting Pru to her next place in being. It is wonderful that Pru came into your lives and brought you such joy, for that you can be grateful. See you this week Shan, and looking forward to our personal time together. Jay, I miss you and wish I were there to assist you with a crackle and a laugh. Much Love to you both! ~ Van