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Today, 10:06 AM

Joan2517 replied to a thread My Roxy was just diagnosed after MANY years of vets dismissing my concerns in Canine Cushing's Questions and Discussions

Wonderful news! But do keep watching for signs. I used to sit with my Lena in the waiting room in between, she was fine with that, but I would go...

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Today, 09:06 AM

Harley PoMMom replied to a thread My Roxy was just diagnosed after MANY years of vets dismissing my concerns in Canine Cushing's Questions and Discussions

I am so happy to read that Roxy is doing so well on treatment, that is great news!!!! And yes, you definitely want to keep a close eye on her...

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Yesterday, 07:59 PM

JustaGirL replied to a thread My Roxy was just diagnosed after MANY years of vets dismissing my concerns in Canine Cushing's Questions and Discussions

First and foremost...a picture of my sweet girl Roxy! Hello again! I wanted to give an update on my Roxy. She is on day 19 of Vetoryl, 60mg...

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Yesterday, 06:55 PM

Harley PoMMom replied to a thread New here - Cushing's symptoms but no diagnosis? in Canine Cushing's Questions and Discussions

Hi and welcome to you and your boy from me as well! A CBC (complete blood count) is done to see how the blood is performing such as the white...

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Yesterday, 02:19 PM

Cilla replied to a thread New here - Cushing's symptoms but no diagnosis? in Canine Cushing's Questions and Discussions

Oh gosh, Marianne - thanks so much! They did a "senior screen" (CBC, core organ function, thyroid) and the urine test where they found subtle change...

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Yesterday, 11:24 AM

Harley PoMMom replied to a thread My boy lost his battle this weekend in Canine Cushing's Questions and Discussions

I am so terribly sorry for the loss of your dear boy and my heart goes out to you at this most painful time. We are here for you and if at any time...

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03-19-2023, 10:55 PM

JackieC started a thread My boy lost his battle this weekend in Canine Cushing's Questions and Discussions

Hi everyone, I found this forum this past Thursday while googling Â“Cushings symptoms worse at nightÂ”. I wish I found it sooner, itÂ’s seems like a...

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03-19-2023, 09:46 PM

labblab replied to a thread New here - Cushing's symptoms but no diagnosis? in Canine Cushing's Questions and Discussions

Hello and welcome to you and your boy, although I’m surely sorry for his new set of problems. The reason why your posts were not visible previously...

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03-19-2023, 05:33 PM

Cilla replied to a thread New here - Cushing's symptoms but no diagnosis? in Canine Cushing's Questions and Discussions

Blood and urine draw turned up negative. Symptoms just developed in last 2 weeks or so: less energy; excessive thirst and hunger (climbing...

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03-19-2023, 05:27 PM

Cilla started a thread New here - Cushing's symptoms but no diagnosis? in Canine Cushing's Questions and Discussions

Hello! In recent days and weeks we have seen the following symptoms in our 8 yo mixed breed (mostly a combo of Aussie/German?/chow?) male dog:...

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03-17-2023, 08:12 PM

Squirt's Mom replied to a thread To treat or not to treat? in Canine Cushing's Questions and Discussions

Good to know there have been to adverse effects from the dosage! I hope the next test shows better results and that you soon start to see some...

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03-17-2023, 05:05 PM

inheriteddog replied to a thread To treat or not to treat? in Canine Cushing's Questions and Discussions

Hello from Kobe's grandpa. Here is update on his treatment and situation. Started Vetoryl 20mg (10mg capsule given twice a day). I was glad to see...

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03-15-2023, 03:26 PM

Squirt's Mom replied to a thread My Lovely Angel Luna in Everything Else

aw, Marianne, I know what you mean. When Squirt had to leave I had just made a week's worth of her food. A few months later I decided it was time...

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03-15-2023, 07:30 AM

Harley PoMMom replied to a thread My Lovely Angel Luna in Everything Else

Huge and loving hugs from me too, dearest Marianne.

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03-15-2023, 12:48 AM

Joan2517 replied to a thread My Lovely Angel Luna in Everything Else

Yes, the smallest things, dear Marianne. Just now before going to bed, I commented to hubby how cold the kitchen was and how much Gable loved to...

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03-14-2023, 03:40 PM

labblab replied to a thread My Lovely Angel Luna in Everything Else

It’s funny isn’t it, how the smallest things can trigger the biggest waves of remembrance. Right before Luna died, I had bought one of those big...

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03-10-2023, 05:51 PM

labblab replied to a thread My Milo has Cushing's in Canine Cushing's Questions and Discussions

I agree with Lori — that’s awesome news about the SDMA! As far as monitoring the cortisol, I think you’ve told us that an ACTH stimulation test is...

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03-10-2023, 02:03 PM

Harley PoMMom replied to a thread My Milo has Cushing's in Canine Cushing's Questions and Discussions

That's awesome his SDMA results are normal! With his Vetoryl dosage increase an ACTH stimulation test should be performed to make sure his cortisol...

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03-10-2023, 09:44 AM

Squirt's Mom replied to a thread Another Newbie trying to figure out what to do in Canine Cushing's Questions and Discussions

Hi Gail(?) and welcome to you and Lucy! From the description I would say Cushing's is a definite possibility and I agree with Lori on the testing...

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03-10-2023, 09:31 AM

Squirt's Mom replied to a thread My Roxy was just diagnosed after MANY years of vets dismissing my concerns in Canine Cushing's Questions and Discussions

Hi and welcome to you and your sweet girl! I second Lori's concerns about the accuracy of the diagnosis and the high starting dose. Please please...

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03-10-2023, 09:26 AM

Sneji replied to a thread My Milo has Cushing's in Canine Cushing's Questions and Discussions

Hello to all of us, My boy is fine with the 15 mg dose. Drinks less water, respectively pees less. I also give him a kidney supplement. The SDMA...

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03-08-2023, 04:35 PM

Harley PoMMom replied to a thread Another Newbie trying to figure out what to do in Canine Cushing's Questions and Discussions

Hi and welcome to you and Lucy! When my boy Harley had Cushing's he had that ravenous appetite too, that sweet boy acted like he was starving all...

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03-08-2023, 04:03 PM

ValleyGail started a thread Another Newbie trying to figure out what to do in Canine Cushing's Questions and Discussions

My dog, Lucy, is a Maltese mix. I've had her since January, 2012 and her estimated age at that time was 3 years, so her estimated age is about 14. A...

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03-08-2023, 11:43 AM

Harley PoMMom replied to a thread My Roxy was just diagnosed after MANY years of vets dismissing my concerns in Canine Cushing's Questions and Discussions

Hi and welcome to you and Roxy! Gosh I am so sorry for the reasons that brought you here but glad you found us and we will help in any way we can!...

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03-08-2023, 10:20 AM

Joan2517 replied to a thread My Roxy was just diagnosed after MANY years of vets dismissing my concerns in Canine Cushing's Questions and Discussions

Hi and welcome to you and Roxy! Definitely keep watching. The Cortisol can keep dropping for 30 days, and it can change over time. My Gable was...

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03-07-2023, 08:38 PM

JustaGirL started a thread My Roxy was just diagnosed after MANY years of vets dismissing my concerns in Canine Cushing's Questions and Discussions

Hi. I have some questions about my recently diagnosed Roxy. -Almost 10 years old -Boxer, German Shepard mix -135lbs (yeeesss...I do know this...

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03-07-2023, 11:40 AM

Harley PoMMom replied to a thread 6 y/o cockapoo Bonnie recently diagnosed in Canine Cushing's Questions and Discussions

The Vetoryl ACTH testing protocol that Leslie posted is correct; here's an excerpt from their pamphlet: "4. Long term monitoring. Once an optimum...

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03-06-2023, 07:12 PM

gingerbread replied to a thread 10 year old female beagle just diagnosed with Cushings - Ginger has passed in Canine Cushing's Questions and Discussions

Thank you all. Yes, Ginger would havw been right beside me the whole while. I know she is with me as my Angel. I miss those long soft ears to stroke,...

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