history: Last week my dog got really sick. My dog got really sick and was coughing up blood last week. I didn't know what to do. I had a panic attack. Oh no_comma_ that's terrible!  Are both you and your dog alright now?
current: Yes, I took him to the vet and got him the help he needed. The possibility of losing my best friend had me frightened!
next: Yes, that would have frightened me too.  I'm glad he's alright now.