Confetti
Every dog rescue affects me, but when the situation is terrible, and they have a rough start, it hits even harder. Confetti’s story will be shared in updates and pieces to help follow the journey over time.
Biscuit and Confetti Spaghetti are at the top of the list. Over a year ago, many lives changed. Here is the story of Confetti, pulled from a puppy mill over a year ago, to follow step by step.
Immediately after her rescue from the puppy mill, Confetti was hospitalized.
Biscuit and Confetti Spaghetti are at the top of the list. Over a year ago, many lives changed. Here is the story of Confetti, pulled from a puppy mill over a year ago, to follow step by step.
Immediately after her rescue from the puppy mill, Confetti was hospitalized.
This rescue trip was tough; I was unsure what to expect. When I arrived at the animal hospital in Louisville, KY, it was busy. Eventually, I was called in: to see Confetti, a puppy just rescued. After waiting, Confetti arrived. Alone, I cradled her and gently rubbed her all over. Being at the hospital for over a week has been hard on her. She’s endured dramatic changes: vomiting and diarrhea have improved, but last night her symptoms returned and worsened today. Adjustments were made, and we hope she’ll recover. Visitors are welcome; I spoke with doctors and nurses. If you go, hold her, love her, and encourage her to come home soon!
Coming from a background of nothing, let’s help her have everything.
Confetti… also known as Confetti Spaghetti
Confetti… also known as Confetti Spaghetti
Confetti, a young dog, was rescued from a puppy mill with little hope of survival. Something seemed off during her foster care because she kept falling ill. I received a call late one evening, and after hearing her symptoms, I told the foster to take her to the emergency room at a veterinarian’s office. This could be serious. Many tests were performed; some conditions were ruled out, while others remained unclear. Expecting her to only stay a day or two was unrealistic; she ended up staying nearly two weeks. It was a 24-hour vet hospital, and I received updates several times a day, even at night.
After my 12:32 am update late in Confetti’s hospital stay, hope was slim. It looked unlikely she would survive the night; her condition had worsened. I prepared to visit the hospital the next morning, expecting to bring her home to be with Clancy. Sleep was restless.
After my 12:32 am update late in Confetti’s hospital stay, hope was slim. It looked unlikely she would survive the night; her condition had worsened. I prepared to visit the hospital the next morning, expecting to bring her home to be with Clancy. Sleep was restless.
Confetti struggled but survived that critical night. The next morning, she underwent canine endotracheal intubation, where air was gently pumped into her lungs through an ET tube, which improved her condition; she began eating and drinking, seeming to start her recovery. Throughout her hospital stay, Confetti received minimal human contact, so the doctor suggested that she have visitors. We quickly arranged for visits to boost her spirits.
A mother and her young daughter from the neighborhood wanted to visit. “Of course,” I said. After that visit, Evelyn, the daughter, wanted to see Confetti again and made another visit a few days later. Shortly afterward, Confetti seemed much better; human contact appeared to lift her spirits, and soon, she was eating and following the doctor around the clinic during her rounds.
Confetti became ready for release from the hospital but still needed a caretaker for necessary home treatments and several check-ups scheduled in the coming weeks, after her nearly two-week hospital stay.
Confetti became ready for release from the hospital but still needed a caretaker for necessary home treatments and several check-ups scheduled in the coming weeks, after her nearly two-week hospital stay.
Some of the updates I got throughout the week
The Vet hospital was open 24 hours a day. I was continually updated in the middle of the night when they were less busy.
UPDATE: The vet called again just before midnight; she managed to eat a few small bites of chicken. Hopefully, this indicates a turning point. There will be more tests and bloodwork until the morning.
UPDATE: The little girl has been at the vet for nearly a week. Last night, I got a call saying she had eaten some small bites yesterday morning, but had thrown them up last night. This morning, she tried again. Hopefully…
UPDATE: After seven days at the hospital, some things are improving for Confetti, while others worsen. She is eating a little, but her pneumonia has gotten worse. Breathing treatments have continued for several days, and medications have been changed again.
UPDATE: On a visit, I was taken into a room and waited for her to arrive. This little bundle came to me, and after the nurse left, I cradled Confetti in my arms and gently rubbed her tiny body. Being there for over a week has been hard on both of us. She has gone from one extreme to another. The throwing up and diarrhea are a bit better, but last night, she experienced some symptoms, and today, she has double the symptoms. Changes were made, and hopefully, she will bounce back!
Confetti Update 10-22-24. I just received an update from the doctor about Confetti. Her eating has improved significantly, and her bowel movements are getting better. One lung has cleared on X-rays, but the other shows Empyema, also known as pyothorax or purulent pleuritis. Treatment involves gently blowing air into her mouth roughly every hour to help expand her lungs. If her lungs haven’t expanded by late afternoon, she will be lightly sedated and intubated by inserting an endotracheal tube (ET) into her mouth and into her airway (trachea) to keep it open. X-rays will be taken frequently to monitor her progress.
Everyone at the clinic loves this little dog and is rooting for her!
The Vet hospital was open 24 hours a day. I was continually updated in the middle of the night when they were less busy.
UPDATE: The vet called again just before midnight; she managed to eat a few small bites of chicken. Hopefully, this indicates a turning point. There will be more tests and bloodwork until the morning.
UPDATE: The little girl has been at the vet for nearly a week. Last night, I got a call saying she had eaten some small bites yesterday morning, but had thrown them up last night. This morning, she tried again. Hopefully…
UPDATE: After seven days at the hospital, some things are improving for Confetti, while others worsen. She is eating a little, but her pneumonia has gotten worse. Breathing treatments have continued for several days, and medications have been changed again.
UPDATE: On a visit, I was taken into a room and waited for her to arrive. This little bundle came to me, and after the nurse left, I cradled Confetti in my arms and gently rubbed her tiny body. Being there for over a week has been hard on both of us. She has gone from one extreme to another. The throwing up and diarrhea are a bit better, but last night, she experienced some symptoms, and today, she has double the symptoms. Changes were made, and hopefully, she will bounce back!
Confetti Update 10-22-24. I just received an update from the doctor about Confetti. Her eating has improved significantly, and her bowel movements are getting better. One lung has cleared on X-rays, but the other shows Empyema, also known as pyothorax or purulent pleuritis. Treatment involves gently blowing air into her mouth roughly every hour to help expand her lungs. If her lungs haven’t expanded by late afternoon, she will be lightly sedated and intubated by inserting an endotracheal tube (ET) into her mouth and into her airway (trachea) to keep it open. X-rays will be taken frequently to monitor her progress.
Everyone at the clinic loves this little dog and is rooting for her!
Mom, Dad, and Evelyn were fostering Confetti. It was a perfect fit because they lived near the vet hospital and could continue Confetti's home treatments and schedule follow-up appointments. It was a win-win situation; it doesn’t get better than this, or does it?
Unknown to most, Evelyn has autism and sensory issues. I received this a few days ago from Evelyn’s mom.
Unknown to most, Evelyn has autism and sensory issues. I received this a few days ago from Evelyn’s mom.
Note from Mom.
Confetti got her Emotional Support Animal letter approved since she’s helped Evelyn so much with the autism and sensory issues, among other things. She just left the therapy clinic, and they were amazed by the videos and stories. Even her speech sounded much improved, they said. The little crazy dog is making a difference in the world!
Confetti got her Emotional Support Animal letter approved since she’s helped Evelyn so much with the autism and sensory issues, among other things. She just left the therapy clinic, and they were amazed by the videos and stories. Even her speech sounded much improved, they said. The little crazy dog is making a difference in the world!
A small dog from an unwanted puppy mill was surrendered to Clancy’s Dream along with 15 other puppies and found a safe home. By God’s grace, they were saved, and we just happened to be in the right place at the right time. The family and Evelyn had lost their dog Ben less than a year earlier. I’ve always believed that things happen for a reason, and they do!
Norton Children’s Medical Group
Norton Children’s Medical Group
12/6/24
To Whom It May Concern
To Whom It May Concern
Evelyn is a patient at this clinic and under our care for Autism Spectrum Disorder. As a licensed mental health APRN, I have evaluated and assessed the functional limitations that Evelyn’s autism imposes, such as anxiety, frustration, and stress. In order to enhance her ability to cope with everyday challenges, she is prescribed an emotional support dog to reside with her on a Full-Term basis. The ESA should accompany her in daily activities as her symptoms are alleviated by the soothing presence of her dog, Confetti.
Sincerely
Sincerely
A little dog with no hope changed the life of a very precious little girl and her family.
Clancy changed my life and the lives of thousands of other Border Collies. It was Clancy’s Dream.
Clancy changed my life and the lives of thousands of other Border Collies. It was Clancy’s Dream.
