The real Mischka hospitalized in ICU

**Mischka** · February 2, 2010

I found Mischka lying semi-conscious on the floor yesterday afternoon and took him to my veterinarian ASAP.

After looking at him, she made arrangements to have him rushed to the Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University. He was admitted to their intensive care unit where he remains in guarded condition at this hour.

They let us see him before we left. Watching him lying there, hooked up to monitors and IVs, with three vets working on him was heart wrenching.

I'm trying hard to stay optimistic but I'd be lying if I didn't say it's been difficult over the last few hours.

Suze · February 2, 2010

I'm so sorry to hear this.

Having met Mischka, I know what a sweet and loving dog he is. I sure hope that the situation improves.

Try and hang in there. I know, easy to say, tough to do.

veggie babe · February 2, 2010

I hope Mischka has a short recovery period and will be home soon.

Neva

**carolyn137** · February 2, 2010

I too have met Mischka and am so sorry to hear this Mischka's dad. I know what he means to you, I really do, so let's all hope for the best, but let's also accept that I don't think you want to see him suffer either.

My prayers are with both of you.

Flame of Bodensee · February 2, 2010

nice lookin dog, seems that he looks very pleased on the pic.
i hope also that he will soon come back to you, it's hard to see when a loved animal have diseases depending through injuries or come from age.
but for the worst case if that would happen, keep the best shared days with your dog in your mind. due to the fact that i know, how it is to loose a loved 4-legged family member, i send all prayers for you.......

greetz Matthias

OneoftheEarls · February 2, 2010

I hope your beloved pet returns soon for more loving that he obviously gives and receives.

Earl

Penny · February 2, 2010

Fingers crossed and hopefully all will be well.

brokenbar · February 2, 2010

I am a retired veterinarian and know that Cumming's has an EXCELLENT reputation. Whatever the cause of his sudden collapse, it sounds to me like they are taking it very seriously and doing everything appropriate for the short term. Animals, especially dogs, are amazing creatures who have recuperative abilities that humans often do not. I will keep Mischka in my thoughts and hope that your very special friend is soon on the road to recovery. I understand more than most I guess how large a part of our "family" our animals are. Keep positive thoughts and let us all know how Mischka is doing please.

Blueaussi · February 2, 2010

Oh, how devastating! I'm thinking good thoughts for both of you.

dustdevil · February 2, 2010

Wishing your four legged member of the family a speedy recovery.

stormymater · February 2, 2010

Sent a prayer for Mischka.

Zana · February 2, 2010

To both Mischka's and family I'm sending positive, healing thoughts and prayers. I'm sorry to hear that your furry child is feeling so low, Mischka. I know how hard it is to suddenly find your "kid" in physical distress.

And I'm sure the real Mischka knows you want only the best for him and have sent him to where he can find the best care. Tufts is a great facility, so he's in good hands and will get all the care he needs.

For all your sakes, I hope the real Mischka comes home soon, better than ever.

Zana

greyghost · February 2, 2010

I'm praying for you both; I so hope he recovers. He's a beautiful boy
and looks so kind. Darlene

desertlzbn · February 2, 2010

He looks like a great dog, I will keep you guys in my thoughts today.
clhk

celestina · February 2, 2010

Mischka & Mischka's loving family--(((Lot's of hugs and warm thoughts sent your way. )))) I hope with all my heart he returns home soon.

February 2, 2010	#4
carolyn137 Moderator Emeritus Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Upstate NY, zone 4b/5a Posts: 21,169	I too have met Mischka and am so sorry to hear this Mischka's dad. I know what he means to you, I really do, so let's all hope for the best, but let's also accept that I don't think you want to see him suffer either. My prayers are with both of you. __________________ Carolyn

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Flame of Bodensee Tomatovillian™ Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Germany Posts: 39	nice lookin dog, seems that he looks very pleased on the pic. i hope also that he will soon come back to you, it's hard to see when a loved animal have diseases depending through injuries or come from age. but for the worst case if that would happen, keep the best shared days with your dog in your mind. due to the fact that i know, how it is to loose a loved 4-legged family member, i send all prayers for you....... greetz Matthias __________________ Let the Vegetables grow.....

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brokenbar Tomatovillian™ Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: South Of The Border Posts: 1,169	I am a retired veterinarian and know that Cumming's has an EXCELLENT reputation. Whatever the cause of his sudden collapse, it sounds to me like they are taking it very seriously and doing everything appropriate for the short term. Animals, especially dogs, are amazing creatures who have recuperative abilities that humans often do not. I will keep Mischka in my thoughts and hope that your very special friend is soon on the road to recovery. I understand more than most I guess how large a part of our "family" our animals are. Keep positive thoughts and let us all know how Mischka is doing please. __________________ "If I'm not getting dirty, I'm not having a good time."

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Suze Tomatovillian™ Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Texas Posts: 3,027	I'm so sorry to hear this. Having met Mischka, I know what a sweet and loving dog he is. I sure hope that the situation improves. Try and hang in there. I know, easy to say, tough to do.

February 2, 2010	#3
veggie babe Tomatovillian™ Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: east texas Posts: 686	I hope Mischka has a short recovery period and will be home soon. Neva

February 2, 2010	#6
OneoftheEarls Tomatovillian™ Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Up North Posts: 660	I hope your beloved pet returns soon for more loving that he obviously gives and receives. Earl

February 2, 2010	#7
Penny Tomatovillian™ Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 948	Fingers crossed and hopefully all will be well.

February 2, 2010	#9
Blueaussi Tomatovillian™ Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: South Carolina Zone 8a Posts: 1,205	Oh, how devastating! I'm thinking good thoughts for both of you.

February 2, 2010	#10
dustdevil Tomatovillian™ Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: WI, USA Zone4 Posts: 1,887	Wishing your four legged member of the family a speedy recovery.

February 2, 2010	#11
stormymater Tomatovillian™ Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Pleasure Island, NC 8a Posts: 1,162	Sent a prayer for Mischka.

February 2, 2010	#12
Zana Tomatovillian™ Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Southwestern Ontario, Canada Posts: 4,521	To both Mischka's and family I'm sending positive, healing thoughts and prayers. I'm sorry to hear that your furry child is feeling so low, Mischka. I know how hard it is to suddenly find your "kid" in physical distress. And I'm sure the real Mischka knows you want only the best for him and have sent him to where he can find the best care. Tufts is a great facility, so he's in good hands and will get all the care he needs. For all your sakes, I hope the real Mischka comes home soon, better than ever. Zana

February 2, 2010	#13
greyghost Tomatovillian™ Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: southeastern PA Posts: 760	I'm praying for you both; I so hope he recovers. He's a beautiful boy and looks so kind. Darlene

February 2, 2010	#14
desertlzbn Tomatovillian™ Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Tucson Posts: 659	He looks like a great dog, I will keep you guys in my thoughts today. clhk

February 2, 2010	#15
celestina Tomatovillian™ Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: New Mexico Posts: 153	Mischka & Mischka's loving family--(((Lot's of hugs and warm thoughts sent your way. )))) I hope with all my heart he returns home soon.