Zach and I took Arnie to the vet this morning, because for the past few weeks he hasn't been acting like himself, and in the past week he's been losing feathers and just looks ratty and dirty.

Sammy has been in a completely seperate part of the house, so I know it's not him.

Anyway, we went to the vet and she said she wasn't sure what's causing the feather issues, I was praying that she wouldn't tell me it's French molt (PBFD). She said it doesn't look like that, and we also asked if it could be mites but she said it didn't look like that, either.

She felt his keel bone, and said he's really skinny, but he has a large lump in his abdomen that she's concerned about. So she drew some blood and we'll get the results on Tuesday. Next week we'll also talk about taking X-rays, she thinks he has a tumor. If that's the case we can't afford to treat him. I don't know what we're going to do.

Please send prayers for Arnie! I'm in tears as I'm writing this, Arnie was our first bird...he's a REALLY special little guy.

I really need support right now......

Dani

I'm so sad right now......I told Zach last night, I asked "Do you think Sammy came into our lives because Dr. Bangert is going to tell us that Arnie isn't going to be with us much longer?" and he said "No, Arnie's going to be fine, it will be okay." It's not okay. It's not. I need a hug, and don't have anyone around to give me one......

oh hunnie im so sorry!!! ((((((((((((((((((((HUGS)))))))))))))))))) across the miles , i know they dont help much , but the feeling is there ill be sending healing thoughts and good vibes alls way.

My thoughts are with you I hope all turns out ok.

HUGS!

Big hugs from me too!

Thanks guys.....I fixed myself something to eat, hoping that would help me feel better, and I just finished it, but after the first couple bites I felt like I was going to throw up, I was so upset.

I'm a little better now, though. I'll keep you updated...

Oh Dani I am hugging you ((HUGS))..... I feel so bad, I wish there was something I could do for you I will be sending prayers your way for you and Arni. Hang in there, all of your pets came to you for a reason

oh Dani.. I'm so very sorry.

Wish I could give you a great big hug

Will be saying prayers for you and Arnie. Keep positive Dani... we're pulling for you

<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<HUGS>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>
Deb

I'm trying to keep myself busy...I just read a GREAT article on Keeshond grooming. Now I think I'm going to clean the house, it's been neglected for awhile, and it needs love!

We just have to take it one moment at a time, right???

Dani

I just wanted to give an update, it's a very sad one.

I called Zach home from work, Arnie is going to the Rainbow Bridge very soon, I think. Zach is sitting on the couch, cradling him right now, trying to keep him comfortable.

As for me, I'm surprisingly calm, now that Zach is here with me. I need to go be with my babies now.

I love you all.

Arnie is sleeping most of the time now. He'll wake up for a couple seconds, then fall back to sleep. Zach is rubbing his beak, he's always liked that. It's very peaceful here, all the birds are silent.

I don't know how much longer this is going to continue. I will keep sending updates.

Oh I am so sorry to hear this. i am sending you hugs and prayers from across the miles.

Arnie is now in our hospital tank, laying on a towel, a heating pad on the outside of the tank.

He's perked up a little bit, he keeps waking up and making jerking movements, as if he's trying to walk. His legs won't work very well, though.

Poor boy. We love him so much, and don't want to see him suffer. If anyone knows of anything we can do for him to help keep him comfortable, we'd take your advice.

Love,
Dani

Oh Dani and Zach, I am so sorry about Arnie. All you can do at this point is keep him warm and let him know he's loved and it's ok for him to go. It is so heartbreaking, I know....I've held two of my kitties when they've crossed the Rainbow Bridge, but I would never give up those minutes for anything in the world.

Hugs to you in this time of loss.

Fly free Arnie. Momma and Daddy will join you at the Rainbow Bridge when it is their time

I held four kittens when they crossed the Rainbow Bridge.....it was horrible, but at least that lasted only a few minutes.

Arnie is such a tough little guy, he's trying to hang on. I'm sitting next to he hospital tank, just talking to him, holding Taz so Arnie can see him (Arnie always wanted to be Taz's friend, but Taz wouldn't have it).

Aww, now Taz is singing to me, or maybe to Arnie. Zach had to go back to work...I feel so bad for him.

Dani I an so sorry to hear about Arnie
My throughts and prays are with you

Im so sorry about your little fella
You and Arnie are in my prayers

Dani,

Iam so sorry.
I held my 4 year old dog that someone poisoned, until she past on. It was horribly hard. I know this is hard for you, but Arnie loves hearing you, and that is making him peaceful.

He is so lucky to have you. To be so kind and loving to him.
Some people would not.

Thinking of you, and praying for strength, for you, and peacefullness for Arnie.

Hang in there, Juana

Thank you, everyone.

Sending special prayers for Arnie and (you....

I know how helpless you feel....its so sad watching and waiting ....Hugs being sent across the miles to you and Zach ..Fly Free little Arnie....
My eyes are leaking here , I hate knowing the feeling your going through , I am sure many here have dealt with the same sorrow , its one of the sad moments in loving a little fid/critter

Dani,
I am so sorry to hear about our little Arnie.. God Bless yall and my prayers are with you. and your family...
I don't know how I would handle if something happened to one of my babies now,
But I am so totaly sorry to hear about this...

I just wanted to send more love.
I'm so sorry

Dani and Zach-------I'm so sorry to hear about Arnie---may you find peace and comfort during this trial time of your lives....my thoughts and prayers are with you...

How old is Arnie Dani....God Bless You Both....

Thank you so much, guys....Arnie is still hanging in there.

That poor baby sure loves you ... and he knows you love him. I know it is hard ....

He's four years old, we got him three months after we started dating

He seems to be perking up a little bit, I'm trying to syringe-feed him some orange juice because Dr. Bangert drew some blood and I'm wondering if he might just be weak from that....??

Oh Dani, I am just now reading this and I am so sorry your Arnie is sick. I know how you feel. My prayers are with you and Arnie. I hope Arnie pulls through and all is ok!

I'm going to bed now. I just wanted to say that my thoughts and prayers are with you. I hope you were able to feed him some OJ. and that he'll be back to normal ASAP!

Thank you all so much. Your thoughts, prayers and really kind words mean much more than I can tell you.

Oh I am so sorry Dani, you and Arnie will be in my prayers. Sending hugs your way!!

Come on Arnie---get well baby---we are all pulling fer ya little one....PLEASE...

dani i am so sorry i just read this i will keep him in my thoghts and praers i dont know wut kind of bird it is again i am so sorry and sad

Be sure to let us know as soon as you can once you hear from the vet. Budgies are tough little critters, though, so don't give up on him.

Was checking in for an update. Hoping he is perking up.

He made it through the night. I gave him some more orange juice, so we'll see how he does. Zach and I are supposed to go to my dad's big birthday bash this afternoon, if we go we won't stay very long......

I want to see if you can tell me what might be happening....his legs aren't working very well, he can stand but falls when he tries to walk. His wings keep flapping his morning though, I don't know if he's having seizures or if his wings are feeling better and he's trying to fly......

I don't know.

I wanted to let everyone know, Arnie passed away about an hour ago. He is now flying free, cancer-free, buried with his favorite toys and treat stick in our lily-of-the-vally patch.

Thank you all so much for your thoughts, prayers and kind words.

Jobo2mi, I especially want to say a huge thank you for your post last week about the Rainbow Bridge. It was very good preparation for this extremely difficult time.

Dani

You're welcome Dani. That piece always brings me comfort when I think about my babies that have crossed over. I just KNOW we'll see them again ... God wouldn't make a heaven without our animals!

Fly free little Arnie. We'll be looking for you ....

Dani, (((((((((HUGS))))))))))
Sorry to hear about your Arnie...

Im so sorry Dani But I think the reason sammy came into your lives is cause it was Arnie's time to go.
Hope you are feeling ok!

I'am so sorry Dani.

There are no words.

I am soooo sorry to hear this. Hugs to your family.

So sorry for your loss. But thankful you guys had him to love and be loved by him for as long as you did. You were good parronts to your baby.

I am so very sorry Dani. Arnie is at peace now and flying free without pain.

Dani I'm so terribly sad for you and Zach

hugs and prayers sweet lady

Deb

I'm so sorry for your loss. Big hugs to you and Zach.

I'm so sorry for your loss.

I'm so sorry! We were all hoping he'd make it. Big hugs to you.

I am very sorry for your loss. I feel your pain. I just lost one of my fids, due to prolapse surgery. She fought really hard for 8 days. The day she passed on to birdy heaven I was at work and my wife called. I was so tore up they sent me home. They become family so quick. Sending hugs from Jeanette and myself