Leslie;
I feel terrible you both had such a bad nite. I am glad the Dr. knows what to do for her. Take a good rest today sweet Leslie, your babies need you to be well. God Bless you All.
Patti
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Leslie;
I feel terrible you both had such a bad nite. I am glad the Dr. knows what to do for her. Take a good rest today sweet Leslie, your babies need you to be well. God Bless you All.
Patti
Awww...so sorry to read about such a scary night you had last night. Hope little Squirt will get some relief with the valium tonight. Hopefully that's what will work to keep her calm and able to rest. I'll be crossing my fingers that tonight will be better for both of you.
Barbara
Our Squirt is a rascal!! I remember Terri's IMS recommending SAM-e to Corky for CCD. Found this article about CCD: Canine Cognitive Dysfunction (Senility)Quote:
Originally Posted by Squirt's Mom
Quote from article:Love and hugs, LoriQuote:
Treatments that may help improve cognitive dysfunction (CDS) include selegiline, dietary changes, SAM-e, environmental enrichment, and cerebral perfusion (an improved blood flow to brain cells).
Thanks! Teri and I talked last nite and she reminded me about the Novafit Corky took for this and that made me think of the SAMe Squirt was taking until a few months ago. I wrote to an animal herbalist this afternoon 1) to see if anything in Squirt's tea could be making this worse and 2) to see if the herbalist had any suggestions to offer. Here is what they had to say -
Much of that I simply cannot afford but I will do as much as I can to help my Sweet Bebe.Quote:
CDS is similiar to Alzheimer's in people and 50% of dogs over 10 years begin to show signs of dysfunctions. You did not mention what stage she is in...but you are on the right track and I love what you are giving her. Keep in mind you want to treat her body as a whole so her body can adjust and balance as you nourish her system. Diet change and activity are so effective in slowing down the damaged cells in CDS. A homemade/low protein diet is ideal, a variety of raw vegtables (think variety) experiment with as many as you can (blanch if necessary) also fruits, papaya, blueberries, juice if you need to. Stay low on dense cruciferous vegtables, they contain oxalates that are naturally-occuring substances found in plant leaves, it can effect the digestive, nervous, and urinary systems, oxalic acid is the primary component of kidney stones. Support her with Acidophilus, Colostrum, Omega-3 fatty acids (krill oil ) CQ-10 and powerful antioxidants. Raw goats milk is ideal, containing all the enzymes, pro and pre biotics, high in Caprylic/Linoleic Acid, great for sensitive stomachs and perfect for pets who are lactose intolerant. Find a pet masseuse in your area that will work on her to support her physical and emotional health, ideal to work out the lactic acid build up in her as well as keeping her circulation moving.
You mentioned pain and incontinence, which accompanied by sleepless nights indicates a late stage, given her age as well. Melatonin is excellent for anxiety and will help her relax at night. Lavender Oil is ideal as well, place 2 drops in your hands and work from her shoulders to her tail, using counter clockwise strokes (you want to unwind her : ) always be careful when handling oils, our pets senses are 10 x more acute than ours and if we over do it, they can become sick, rule of thumb is to start slow.
Leslie:
Big hugs for you and Squirty from Tipper and I. We are praying for a good nite for you both. I have been talking to Tipper about when she was a puppy and all through her life's experiences at nite. It seems to calm her and helps her go to sleep. It helps me too remembering all the wonderful things we have done together. God Bless you all.
Patti
Squirt had her tea, 3mg of melatonin and 1/2 of a Valium (1/2 = 1mg) and she has been laying in the closet quite calmly. By this time, she is typically already started on her nightly anxiety sessions so I'm hoping she will get some good rest tonite. I'll let ya'll know how her night went tomorrow!
Thanks as always for being with us - I don't know what we would do without our k9c family.
Hugs,
Leslie and Squirty
Hi Leslie,
I am so sorry to hear about Squirt's latest challenges. I came home with a migraine today. The new school year has started with a BANG with MANY new challenges:eek::eek::eek::eek::o:o. Sending tons of love and healing energy your way. :)I will respond more completely by this weekend. I have many threads to respond to. I have been keeping up with our pup's journeys, but have run out of time and energy to comment much. For that I am sorry. I will get my act together as I care about you all very much. Xxxxxxx
Oh Leslie, I sure hope Squirt has a good night on her valuim, hope she snores a plenty.
I know you were upset Squirt tried to bite the vet but I laughed and smiled so when I read that and wanted to tell Squirt, she is perfectly entitled to tell someone off if she feels like at her age:):)
hugs to you and the babies and Zoe is much calmer tonight too so I just know it will be a good night.:):):) I might just pop a melatonin in her as well;)
Leslie, big hugs and a belly rub for Squirt. She is a darling. I wonder, if the Sam-E had been helping her with this and then since it's been stopped, if that is causing this to now sort of rear it's head. For her age, Squirt is a real trooper and just full of life and personality. I think that's great.
Attitude in spades as I'm errr hmmm sure the vet agrees.
It sounds like the beginning of a more restful evening. I hope that continues throughout the night as I'm sure you both need some rest.
hugs,
Sharlene and Molly Muffin
Hoping all of you get some well needed rest tonight. :p xxxx