There were a few times I had to go outside and completely break down from pure exhaustion. Washing bedding and cleaning floors was an hourly event so I know how that can wipe you out emotionally and...
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There were a few times I had to go outside and completely break down from pure exhaustion. Washing bedding and cleaning floors was an hourly event so I know how that can wipe you out emotionally and...
That's wonderful news. Such a tough little girl you have! I'll be thinking of her when she starts the lysodren... sending lots of positive vibes your way.
~Kat
Hi Jane. The first day was the most difficult for me also. The dosage for him is perfect and I don't think you will have any issues. If anything, you may need to eventually increase the meds. Just...
Hi Jane, welcome to the group.
It sounds like you have your hands full. The vet seems to be very knowledgeable of treatment. I am curious as well to see the thyroid results at time of diagnosis....
I feel Tank is all around me. He follows me wherever I go. I couldn't ask for a better gift, today or any other day. Merry Christmas everyone.
~Kat
The medications to treat Cushing's can be safe if used properly and correct protocol is followed by an experienced vet and an educated, observant pet owner. The decision to treat is based on a case...
Sharlene, that had to be difficult finding Mollys coats so unexpectedly. Hearing that makes me wish Tank had more things that I could have saved. All I have is a stuffed turtle, his collar and his...
I also agree that you should go ahead with the meds. The 12th will be here before you know it.
Your welcome. You are doing everything humanly possible to make her feel better. I know what you mean though. My boy used to stare at me as if he was asking me to help him but I didn't know how....
Love the pictures! They are both stunning. It does feel good taking the time to become educated so we can be the best advocates possible for our dogs... they deserve no less. I am glad we could help....
We are here Marianne. Of all the bad feelings that come with this grief, I hope you never feel alone. Not for one second.
Hi and welcome! I only have a minute but wanted to share some quick thoughts with you. I will do a search for your other thread later today and take a look at the blood work you mentioned.
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That's great news and I bet a big relief for you. Please let us know how Charlie does once the tumor/s are removed. My boy had a growth on his hear also. It rarely caused him any problems except when...
I just read all of your posts and I am thrilled you took Charlie to see a specialist. The labs and symptoms you posted do not sound like Cushing's to me. The specialist is either referring to a...
You can post labs here if you like. I know it can be very difficult to watch our dogs go through that. I had to watch my boy for 6 days with similar symptoms. It's not easy.
If you do post labs,...
That is an excellent response and I am happy to hear no signs of Cushing's. I just wanted to add that denamarin is used a lot to help lower ALP. That may be something to look into if things are still...
I can't cry but really want to. Staring at my wall remembering how just two days before he passed, he walked up to me and pushed his head in my lap. I still don't know whether it was head pressing or...
I am happy that once a day dosing is where you will begin her treatment. The cost is different in certain places but I believe a 30 day supply of 10 mg would cost around $42 here in the U.S. That...
I am so glad to hear you found a safe place to stay near the vet. Penny is in such good hands and I am hoping for a quick recovery. Will check in for updates.
~Kat
I'm going to back to the basics on this one (I was overthinking it)... It would be better, in my opinion, to start with once a day dosing since many dogs do just fine with that regime. Then, if you...
Hi Diana, it's Katherine from the fb group. I have been spending more time here lately so I apologize if I missed your questions in the other group. Hope this helps...
Maffy is starting with 20 mg...
60 mg would be a high starting dose of trilostane based on her weight but not if she has been on the medication for a while and it has been effective at maintaining normal cortisol concentrations and...
The links work fine. Penny is a love and I'm glad I got to meet her. Thank you for saving that precious girl.
~Kat
50 days... are you kidding? It feels like a couple of weeks. Why can't I "feel" him, his presence? Why am I not thinking about him as much as before? There was no bond like the bond we shared. How...
Hi and welcome to you both! Penny sounds like she is in good hands. I'm looking forward to seeing pictures. You can post lab results when you get them. All that is needed are any abnormalities...