@fenixlumiere: 😩 there is no easy, or right way to say this. We let Ellie cross that rainbow bridge this afternoon 😭 Ellie got her MRI this morning, and this was the neuro/vet’s summary: Ellie has severe hydrocephalus. She has spinal fluid filling the brain cavity and pushing in on her brain. This is the reason for changes in her behavior and loss of eyesight. This, unfortunately, cannot be repaired and likely causes her an extreme amount of pain. For Ellie this would also cause a level of fear as animals are both predator and prey. She likely feels fear that she is debilitating and, to her mind, becoming risk as prey. Physically and mentally she is declining and her pain and fear will continue to increase rapidly. We queried about having a stent put in? But given the extent of her brain damage and the fact it is progressing so quickly, we assessed it would only mean more pain and fear for Ellie, having to go through not just one brain surgery, but perhaps multiple. Because her hydrocephalus is from every area around the brain, the entire cavity was filled. To put in a stent means that the stents would have to be monitored and potentially replaced throughout her life. This won’t stop the flow of spinal fluid that causes it. It will, in essence, simply redirect it. It was so clear to the team (me, my husband, Nicky & Regina from SPARC) that the most loving thing for her was to be humanely euthanized. So Eric and I brought her favorite toys and snacks in, and I held her in my arms, while she crossed the rainbow bridge and started to run, jump, play and be free… finally. I’m devastated. I might need a break. And I might be sharing a LOT about it soon. I’m taking it moment by moment. But I wanted to let you know – as you have ALL done so much for her, and I want you each to know she appreciates it all so much. She knew love. She knew miracles. She knew she was a healer. Not just a blue heeler. A healer. When I can… • I want to share with you about the home she didn’t get to go to. Her Ohio Dad’s name is Michael. • And I want to share with you all about how she changed me. How she healed me. • About her wheels, funds and legacy. #ellietheneuroblueheeler

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Wednesday 04 September 2024 02:48:50 GMT