It’s hard to believe, but this past Monday was the two-month anniversary of Shadow’s stem cell infusion.
(You can read Parts 1 and 2 here and here.)
Our vet said Shadow should be the “poster child” for the success of the clinical trials!
Despite some GI issues* that Shadow was dealing with for the last several weeks, she has really benefitted greatly from the treatment.
*Suffice it to say, too much people food, even given with love, is not good for any dog, but especially those with sensitive stomachs.*
Anyway, the stem cells have helped with Shadow’s mobility, her confidence level, her emotional health; and in general, improved her overall Quality of Life.
She’s a sensitive “pup” – always has been – and I doubt that will ever change; but she seems to be handling stress a little better.
Her arthritis seems to be less bothersome, in varying degrees. In areas where it only bothered her on rare occasions it seems to be in remission. And in areas where it was most bothersome it seems just a tad bothersome at times.
Now my job is to continue monitoring Shadow for subtle changes in her activity – good or bad – and let the vet know about them. Since I have his mobile number, that last part will be easy.
Hubby and I have been really impressed – not to mention happy – with the way the stem cells have helped Shadow. As I said above, her overall quality of life has improved considerably. She seems to have a new outlook on life.
Today is three years since we said goodbye to Callie. It’s a sad memory; but sweet Callie is always with us in spirit, watching over all of us. I know Shadow misses her sister and best friend – so do hubby, Ducky and I – but she plays more now and doesn’t seem depressed so often. And that’s a wonderful thing.
in my heart 4ever 
Aw, thanks Caren, Cody, and Dakota!!!
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ohhh I am so sorry we missed these posts! I am sooo happy that Shadow is doing well with the therapy, prayers and kisses from us!! xoxo
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On a day where you may be feeling a bit melancholy, the good news is Shadow is doing well and that’s more than a pawsome reason to rejoice. So happy she’s done so well during the clinical trials! 😍
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So true, Monika! And on those days when I’m missing Callie more than usual, all I have to do is watch Shadow. I know Callie is right there at her sister’s side, even if I can’t see her or touch her, and it makes me smile.
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She watching over all of you, of that I am quite sure. And smiling a big Golden grin.
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That is great, but not surprising. We know humans who have had great success with stem cell therapy. It is a wonderful tool!
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Callie is definitely watching over her sister closely.
It’s so exciting that this treatment has worked so well; not just for Shadow but for so many other dogs in her situation!
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Wow! So happy to hear the treatments have really improved Shadow’s quality of life (and it sounds like yours too). Your experience may help so many other people who don’t know how to help their beloved pups age well.
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I certainly hope so, Pamela! Obviously there are no guarantees in life; but the results so far have been very promising.
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