Much to my surprise, I had a great response. I have had an abundance of people send me blog messages, Facebook messages, emails, texts, and even a few phone calls expressing their concern. Everyone who comes in the office asks about Ransom. It is nice to know people care. Truthfully, it is a beacon of hope during this election time filled with so much disdain and intolerance for others. My heart has been warmed. I thank you all also, for sharing your memories of your own pets, your struggles with their last days, what they meant to you and how you honored them. Whether I am your veterinarian or not (and if I am not, that is ok), we all have a common bond in that we love our animals. They provide us with something, whether it is friendship, entertainment, protection, or just a little warmth at night in a lonely bed. They enrich our lives in countless ways.
I am happy to report Ransom is doing much better than I expected. He is not 100% and I don't think he ever will be, but I still feel like he has a good quality of life. I treated him for vestibular disease and changed up his arthritis management. To say the least, I am happy with his improvement. I know full well, the prayers he received over this past week helped him. And you all must have prayed for me too, because I feel revived. I'm not sure how, but some people do not believe in prayer. I respect that and will not try to preach the word, but I do know one thing for sure...prayer never hurt anyone! So, I say keep 'em coming! And as my four year old says at the end of the blessing, "Amen to Jesus!"