Tipper - adrenal tumor/breathing issues

I 3rd the wow!!! :) You did a great job !!! I love reading stories like this, it's kind of like an Ah Ha moment. :)

You are truly an advocate for your little fur butts :)

Thanks everyone, I did the best I could do for both my babies. Kathy I love the new avatar of precious Buddy. Tomorrow we have laser therapy, so that is not too bad. In a way I wish tomorrow was just a free to be home kinda day. We must forge on with keeping up on the laser treatments. I think I will at least be able to get some sleep tonight as I have some problems resolved. I just took Tipper out on the front porch. She seemed to be ok with it today. Not as scared of noises as she previously was. I attribute that to the fact her Vetoryl is lowered, and her cortisol number probably came up some giving her a little cushion. We'll get up and start this journey again tomorrow. I am hopeful God will have mercy on my baby and give her good results on her ultra sound. She has been my Rock Star, never crying or making a sound during all these tests etc. Jack Russells can get nasty, and she has never even tried to snip at anyone working on her.. She just patiently sits there and looks at me hoping it will be over soon. I am truly humbled by how brave and stoic she is. I have learned many lessons from her. Blessings
Patti

He's coming around for sure Patti! I'm so glad that he's realizing that you do add value and insight. Good for you!

oh yes our dogs treat us so much, unconditional love for one thing, so glad Tipper is doing well, just take one day at a time! hugs

Glad to hear things went well at the vet's.
Hope the ultra sound turns out fine.
Hugs

Wow...Patti you were productive and got a lot accomplished! I'm sorry that Tipper has to have another ultrasound and be fasted too..but I know how relieved you will feel when they can see the adrenal clearly and know for sure it is not swollen.
Glad that you figured out what's with Chance too.
What is with getting these people to get the prescripts into the pharmacy? This is what's happened to me a few times now which is why I was so shocked this last time they were on top of it. At least you can get the vetoryl there and price matched! yay.
What a good girl Tipper is..getting through all this without even a growl! Hoping she has a good night's sleep tonight..and you too. :)

Barbara

Hi Everyone:
Thanks for your support I can always count on this forum for help. Last nite Tipper slept fairly well, although she was more restless and moving around than usual. It seems something is hurting, or making her feel uncomfortable and she has to change positions. maybe the way her organs are laying from all the muscle loss? I still don't want to jinx myself, but I have to say the Adequan shots have helped her make some progress with the tracheal issues. She is not having near as many episodes of struggling to breathe, and the wheezing has cut way down. Thank you God! I have to call my Vets today as during all the chaos in his office yesterday, they let me leave without paying, and some how maybe he is not charging me??? I also have to make an appointment for Tipper's Adequan booster, so I do not forget to keep up with this. I asked the vet yesterday if the laser therapy would be bad for Tipper with this adrenal situation as it energizes the cells, and I don't want it energizing the adrenal cells especially if one is swollen. He said he doesn't think so, but I will ask the laser Dr. today before proceeding with therapy. Tipper will probably throw up when I make her get in the car. She will probably think here we go again. Blessings
Patti

The fasting for the ultra sound is important as even if the pup has gas it can affect the picture. I argued that point with our IMS last April when she suggested an ultra sound and Zoe had not been fasted.

Glad to hear things are looking up.

Wow Patti, you've really done your homework. Glad Tipper had a great night and he is having relief from the breathing problems.
Another week I know of testing, but you will get Tipper stable, and you are doing everything in your power to make sure of that.
Sounds like Tipper & Keesh have the same personalities. One vet asked if they had to muzzle him for a blood draw. Ummm NO. Maybe they know deep down we are trying to help them so they behave.
Glad things are looking better for you.. keep up the great work. It will pay off, I know it will.

Addy and Judi:
They never told me to fast her for the first ultra sound, and that fault lies with them. I thought of it and then forgot about it. I should have known better.The person making the appt. should give you those instructions. It would have saved my Tipper from all this grief of doing this over. I am going to tell my vet they need to start doing this. I hope he doesn't plan on charging me again. Judi I am glad I can use your name when I post you , I don't like to be rude and not post to the persons name. I an praying this was an anomaly that the Dr. saw the last time and we can put this scare behind us. Blessings
Patti