04/23/2026
she’s home. she’s alive. I’ve potentially smothered the absolute s**t out of her. she’s officially made an HR request that I don’t watch her “chew, chew, swallow” every bite of soup at every meal.
I couldn’t be more proud of her or
the exhausted veterinary professionals we rely on. Dr. Watkins came in on her day off and supported and cared for Margo like she was her first born. and then, when it was crunch time, helped get us to VT before it became a more significant issue.
I haven’t had a choke scare in a LONG time. I have a pretty strict regimen that, when followed correctly, limits the risk of choke while also providing adequate nutrients for our more “hospice” or “at risk” seniors.
As a sanctuary, we manage and continually assess a LOT of variables in feed/management/care.
As a solo sanctuary manager with significantly life altering medical diagnoses … I am relying a lot on outside help. Unfortunately a volunteer misinterpreted feeding instructions which lead to Margo having a significant choking incident which required both emergency vet care AND the care of the angels at
she is home. After 12 hours of vet care, and trailering, and me crying in her face that she had to survive for me… we are home. now we just have to monitor to make sure she doesn’t develop pneumonia.
She was tubed multiple times without sedation, she was magical to all the staff and made everyone fall in love.
She’s taking sweet (soaked) treats and lots of love in lieu of cards.
