Tipper - adrenal tumor/breathing issues

Hi Everyone:
Yes, I know what you mean Donna I make sure when Toby barks at the thunder not to even recognize it, but it does stir Tipper up more. From going out in a storm and going potty to getting in a panic from a raindrop falling on her head and going into panic mode Tipper had really run the gamut the last couple days. I think her cortisol might have been low. Yes I do not want another dog scared of storms, that would be maddening with what I have gone thru with Tipper. Toby will go out on the porch when it is storming really bad and he could care less thank God. Tipper had a good nite and the rain here has stopped so they got to walk. I am having a time with this pain stabbing me in my chest this morning, so it is starting out slow. I cannot wait to get to this pain clinic and see if they can give me a nerve block. That will be heavenly! I am thankful for all these days Tipper is doing well, it has made me live in my little bubble again. The next ultra sound is slowly creeping up on us though. I hope everyone has a good weekend with their babies and everything is good. Blessings
Patti

I sympathize with the storms and I am so happy the medication is helping Tipper. We have had rain every day for so long, we cant even cut our grass, our yard is flooded and so wet.

Hopefully, you will get some relief from the nerve pain. It tires us out living with chronic pain.

hugs

Mother Nature is not being kind this year - I can't believe the terrible weather we've had, from ice storms to flooding and tornados - there just doesn't seem to be any respite. I just pray for everyone affected.

Patti, is it possible that something else happened at the same time as the raindrop which scared Tipper, especially since she had been doing so well? It could also have been where it landed?

Dear Patti
Another thing you might try for Tipper is a thunder wrap,Amazon has them cheaper than PetSmart or Petco. I use it on Arial. It is supposed to help with fear and anxiety. You could always go to the store and try one on then purchase on line. And there are all sorts of natural remedies, Rescue Me for Dogs.
Hugs Sonja and Apollo

I am not sure if it's where the raindrop landed or not. I think she was expecting to go out and not be scared as it was sunny when she came in. I think it was the element of surprise. She was not expecting rain, and it put her back in that bad place. She may have been running lower on cortisol too?? The dogs have walked three times and it is getting dark again. Tipper is taking a nap, and I am taking a break with her. Toby is out cold. I have always given Tipper a nap just like a child since she was a puppy. JRTs have endless amounts of energy, and she would wear me out, so I would lay down with her every day and nap. She has never forgotten it and does it to this day. Toby is glad to lay down and take a nap too. We have no appointments until Wednesday so I can have a break from running. Iam taking Tipper to see Delora tomorrow. She just loves Tipper to do tricks for her. It will brighten up her day, and next time I will take Toby. Hope this is just a lite rain and that the thunder doesn't start. Blessings
Patti

Hi Everyone:
It cooled off so I took the dogs out for bubble blowing. I hope the storm passed us as it looks ok now. We have a lot of little gnats outside in the grass. That is why I prefer Tipper on the porch, Toby uses Front line and I do not use anything on Tipper. I know Front line is for fleas, but nothing goes near Toby when he has that on. I had spoken before about the grey cast to Tippers hair. Today I noticed the inside of her ears, the lower portion has turned black. It used to be pink, I wonder if that is the Vetoryl. Has anyone else experienced their dogs hair color change while using Vetoryl? I kinda think it's the drug. Tipper is still wheezing, and had mucous in her eye again today, I am guessing on the days the pollen is bad. Tomorrow after I visit Delora, is bath time for these babies. Just trimmed all the kitty nails, so they are good to go too. Toby needs a haircut, but after the last scalping, I don't know. Blessings
Patti

In case it helps I found the following suggestion for keeping Summer nasties at bay:

Add 1 cup of water to a spray bottle, then 2 cups of distilled white vinegar, then two spoonfuls of vegetable or almond oil.
To make a repellent that will also deter fleas, mix in a few spoonfuls of lemon juice, citrus oil, or peppermint oil. Spray onto the pet's dry coat, staying away from sensitive areas including eyes, nose, mouth, and genitals.
Apply once per day if dog just going out to do it's business.....

Hi Everyone:
Hey that sounds like a great idea and natural too, to keep critters away from Tipper. Maybe it will keep her from licking her legs so much now!! I am going to get those ingredients and make up some.
I will have to check Tipper's skin with it first to make sure she is not allergic. Maybe I can even use it on Toby as I do not like chemicals at all. It was quiet here last nite and Tipper did her usual went to the closet. I have walked the dogs and it is heating up already so the temp. is probably going to be up there today. I will be taking Tipper to see Delora this morning. Lot's of germs in there and with Tipper's immune system compromised I will just hold her on my lap the whole time. Delora just loves her and it will make her day to see her. I never put Tipper down on any floors anywhere, especially the vets. I will bathe the dogs anyway when I get home. Tipper slept in a whole 15 minutes this morning!! We are almost at the end of June, how the time flies. The people that have Gracie sent me beautiful pictures of her with a harness on sunbathing on their deck. My God she is so beautiful, every time I see her pictures it makes me cry. Blessings
Patti

Good morning Patti.

At least you know Gracie is loved and well taken care of and that should give you some peace of mind. It's hard not to worry though.

I'm writing that recipe down too. I think with the peppermint or citrus oil they will smell nice too! It was 94° here yesterday and the yellow flies and gnat are already bad. Sammy keeps our grass cut really low. Once a week in the summer months. He says it keeps critters and snakes away. I hate going out because those dang gnats bite me on my head. Hey, I just might spray myself too!

It was a beautiful day yesterday, but late afternoon we had thunder, no rain, just thunder. Tank jumped a few times and I told Sammy not to say a word.

Take care.
Donna

Hi Everyone:
I just got back from seeing Delora. It makes you feel good to make an elderly lady's day. She was so happy to see Tipper. She told me yesterday someone brought 4 small dogs and let them loose to run and go see the residents. I cannot do that with Tipper although everyone wanted to per her and wanted me to let her down. I told them she is not well and I have to be careful of where she goes. So I will do the baths now and everyone will be cleaned up. It is nice and sunny so I will let them on the porch for a while to dry in the air since it is really warm. Donna I thought the same thing when I read those ingredients as the citrus and peppermint I bet does smell good on them. Have a good Sunday everyone. Blessings
Patti