[bigsmooth]

i feel kinda funny about this request, but since im a single guy, my dogs are my family. well my mini-dachshund rusty came down with a mysterious respiratory illness wednesday night when i went to pennsylvania for thanksgiving. i have taken rusty to an emergency vet in pa. and then to my regular vet here in roanoke, and then they sent me to Va. tech vet hospital where he will be for the time being since they are specialists. i know some will say "it's just a dog" well that's fine, but they are my kids so im doing everything i can till i know that nothing can be done. The Lord provided the funds to start this process, so im praying for additional funds and that the vets can figure out what is wrong with my little buddy. so please pray for him, the vets, and that i can secure additional funds to pay off this process.

[Sly Fox]

There's nothing to apologize for in this request. I think most of us have dogs or have an appreciation for them.

Praying in Houston

[TDDance234]

You got it.

Prayers from L'Burg.

[El Scorcho]

We have a mini-dachshund in our house as well man, and it's as much a member of our family as any of the humans. We'll be praying for you and Rusty both.

[Baldspot]

I went thru something similar with my greyhound so I understand the need. Praying for both ya.

[vastrightwinger]

As I read the post, I couldn't help but think that I would do all that I can to help my little girl (cocker spaniel) if she got sick so you have my prayers here in Florida.

[Hold My Own]

Seriously I'm with my dog more than anybody else (since I'm single as well)...I really dont know what I'd do if something was to happen to him so I completely understand

[PAmedic]

with ya bro- praying for the best as we know what the little guy means to you

[Fumblerooskies]

You bet...me and my mini-dachshund Slider will be praying for you and Rusty.

[bigsmooth]

thanks so much for the prayers. i got a call from VT this AM and rusty ate some baby food and is drinking plenty of water and his urninary functions are fine. he will have a full checkup tomm to find the source of the problem. continued prayers would be appreciated.

[BJWilliams]

Really that is not an odd request at all smoothie. We had a dog named Sandy from the time he was a pup all the way up until he had to be put down at the age of 14. He was just as much a part of our family as anybody else. We would take him everywhere. He actually was in a play at our school when my younger sister was in the 8th grade. You have my prayers bro

[4everfsu]

Rusty and you have prayers from me and my family,my children(Dutchess, Brownie, Shadow, Midnight and Cinammon). We hope Rusty gets well quick

[flameshaw]

Praying my friend.

[jcmanson]

Praying for you Smooth.

[bigsmooth]

thanks for all your prayers everyone, but rusty died this AM. i will spare you the details, but i got to hold my little buddy as he went to sleep. needless to say im very upset and bummed, but i so much appreciate all your prayers for my little friend! thanks again.

[thesportscritic]

sorry to hear about rusty.

[Cider Jim]

Smooth, I'm so sorry to hear of Rusty's death. My sincerest condolences to you, my friend.

[El Scorcho]

I'm really truly sorry, man.

[Fumblerooskies]

OMG. I am so sorry to hear about Rusty. My prayers are with you.

[vastrightwinger]

I am sorry as well. I will continue to pray for you.

[TDDance234]

Man, that stinks.

Prayers going up for ya, Smooth.

[PAmedic]

Sorry to hear about your loss SMOOTH- will be thinking of you

[BJWilliams]

Sorry for your loss smoothie...its tough to lose someone you are very close to, whether they are human or animal

[Baldspot]

Sounds like Rusy had a good friend.