[Andrew Fairchild]

I woke up this morning just like any other morning. I fed Spook then got in the shower. I finished getting ready for work then put Spook and George outside for the day. About 8:00 a.m. this morning I got a phone call from a number I didn't know. So I answered and the strange voice at the other end of the line asked, "Do you have a black dog?" My heart stopped I replied yes. He said he just got hit by a car. I told him where I lived he said he's at the end of my road laying in the grass. I jumped in my car and sped off like Richard Petty. I hadn't made it very far and I got a call from Rogers Animal Control saying they were taking him to the local vet. I arrived at the vet expecting the worse. To my relief spook was laying on the table breathing hard but somewhat ok. The diagnosis right now is a small brake on the pelvis, but he will be doing x-rays at noon. I left the vet to go home to see how he got out and the gate was open. I don't know if spook jumped and unlatched the gate or if someone opened it. I'll be putting a lock on the gate from now on. I know everyone on here are dog lovers so I ask as you read this to say a short prayer that everything else will checks out ok and that he has a speedy and healthy recovery. Never thought I'd tear up over a K-9, especially one I've only had a year. Boy was I wrong.

Thanks for the support,
Andrew Fairchild

 

[Sue Kiefer]

OMG Prayers sent for a speedy recovery!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Sue

 

[hotel4dogs]

sending prayers and good wishes that Spook will be okay quickly.

 

[Lesa Cozens Dauphin]

Prayers from North Texas.

lesa c

 

[Andrew Fairchild]

Thanks a bunch! Still waiting for a phone call on the x-rays should be any minute! I'll update when I know all the details!

 

[Sharon Potter]

Prayers sent from here.

 

[JusticeDog]

Wow. Prayers for your dog.

 

[Andrew Fairchild]

Just got a call from the vet. He said the fracture doesn't stop behind the hip joint but rather carries on past the hip joint. He said he's goint to need surgery. I'm 23 I live on my own and there is just no way that is financially possible right now. Things really arent looking good. I really appreciate all the prayers and could use many more to come!

Thanks,
Andrew

 

[Janet Kimbrough]

Prayers for Texas that you will find a way.

Janet

 

[Billie]

Best thoughts your way..... hopefully someone can help you get Spook the surgery he needs.....

 

[Justin Allen]

Most surgeons will offer you a 12 month no financing deal, look into that at least. Hope everything works out for you.

 

[Rainmaker]

Very sorry to hear about your dog, that is sad and scary. I hope you can find some financial help. If there are humane societies in your area, sometimes, they may have programs or even vets that offer reduced prices, or vets that will work with you on a payment plan. I know it is hard to think when you are stressed and worried. Possibly some friend or relative could look into alternatives for you. I hope your dog makes it and you both have many years of hunting in the future.

 

[Guest]

Prayers sent . Please everybody put a lock on your gates to many dogs are getting away or in states like ours are being stolen.

 

[Schmersal]

Prayers sent hope you can find a way to make it happen.

 

[Julie R.]

Prayers sent...there's just nothing worse than having a dog hit by a car. Ask your vet's office about financing, most vets no longer do payment plans but they have arrangements with finance companies that can loan you the money. And if you have a credit card, that's what they're for.....who cares if you have to stay home weekend nights for a year, give up spending $ at bars, restaurants, etc., 5 yrs. later you won't remember the things you sacrificed, but you will remember your best friend.

 

[Richard Finch]

Prayers sent Brother... Very sound advice from Julie R....



Richard

 

[Andy Carlson]

Prayers sent. Ask the vet about Credit Care program.

 

[amretrievers]

Prayers sent your way! I agree with Julie R! 6 years ago my younger sister let my dog out and didn't get her hooked up, she bolted across the road and was hit as well. Took her to the vet and she needed a great deal of surgery. I told the vet to do whatever she needed and I would find a way. I was unemployed at the time but they had no problem setting up payment plans. I never regret it and would sacrifice my "extras" for her again in a heartbeat. Good luck and keep us updated!

 

[fishn]

Prayer offered up for you and for your dog. May God help you find a way to get this done, and may He heal your buddy completely. I had a setter I lost to cancer in 2006. The vet bill was about $1600 for the surgery, best as I can remember. I lost my dog and was out alot of money, and I tell you right now, I would make payments for a long, long time if I could have my Susie back.

 

[Andrew Fairchild]

Surgery is just too expensive. From what my vet told me he recommended was a specialist and he said that bill would run atleast $3000. He said if he would do it he would charge minumum of $1200 but he's done very few of them and none have been recent. He was very honest and said he wouldn't be comfortable doing it and he couldn't even gaurantee he could bring Spook back to decent health for just a pet. I have the x-rays and him looking around. I'll attach the x-ray below. If anyone has had any experience with this it would be much appreciated.