Alivia was recently diagnosed with Cushing's - Alivia has passed

Well, Molly would probably be called a tom boy, does that count? she certainly doesn't like the ear drops!

How is that going? Maxwell doing any better? It took almost 2 weeks for Molly's to clear up. :(
Hope Alivia is feeling better too. These allergy things are just horrible to try and deal with and I know it makes them feel so miserable.

hugs,
Sharlene and Molly Muffin

Merry Christmas to you and Alivia and Maxwell.
I'm sending a note to both of them to behave so you don't have to go to the vets over the holidays for anything. :) (no thanksgiving repeat!!)

Have a safe and wonderful Holiday.

hugs,
Sharlene and Molly Muffin

Haven't been here for awhile. Just checking in with an update. Alivia had been suffering with skin issues for a long time and had her feet and butt licked raw. We tried everything: sprays, creams, shampoos - both OTC and prescription, with no luck. It was awful. Finally gave in and put her on a 10-day course of Prednisone. Cleared everything right up! :) Her fur has grown back, no more itching and she is doing wonderful. I know it was contraversial when I brought it up here before, but Alivia is now on a low dose daily Prednisone therapy and doing extremely well. I have to follow my head and heart and do what is best for Alivia. She will be 15 years old this month! :D

Oh Mary Beth, it is so good to hear from you!

We are never here to judge any one, and yes, opinions vary of various subjects but the only thing we want and pray for is that these sweet pups are doing fine and are feeling great.

I am so happy to hear that Alivia is feeling and doing well. Always go with your gut because you are the only one that knows Alivia best.

Please do keep us updated!

Love and hugs,
Lori

Mary Beth!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:D:D:D:D:D:D:D

I am so glad you came back and to hear Alivia is doing well. I am sorry that her allergies got so bad. Allergies are so darn hard. Zoe finally stopped chewing her paws, just plain stopped. First time in 4 years I think that she stopped completely for an extended period of time.:confused::confused:

How is Maxwell? Have you made any more dog treats? How are you feeling? I have been thinking about you and now here you are:D:D:D

I am so thrilled to hear from you.

Mary Beth! Alivia! Yay, glad to hear from you!
You know my Tasha was on prednisone for years because of her allergies. Every time I tried to get her off the prednisone, it would just come back. She ended up on it her entire life. I now know it probably tipped her into cushings, but didn't know that then.
At 15 if it is helping her, then that is good! And coat back too.
So what have you been up to? so good to see you here again!

hugs,
Sharlene and Molly Muffin

Hi, Lori, Addy and Sharlene.
Good to hear from you all! Besides Alivia's skin issues clearing up completely, she is not showing any cushing's symptoms, either (knock on wood). So, for now, all is well. :D

Maxwell will be 13 years old in August and he still acts like a puppy - full of energy and almost always healthy.

Everything has been going so well that we got a new addition - a baby parakeet named Zuni. Alivia doesn't pay much attention to him but Maxwell spends HOURS (literally) staring at him and wagging his little tail. I am not sure yet if Zuni is his new best friend or if he thinks he would be a good snack. Everyone has been teasing me about how I spoil my pets because Zuni is about 4 inches tall and weighs about 2 or 3 ounces and I got him a cage that is taller than me - they are calling it his mansion! :p He's a pretty little bird - I'll post some pictures.

Hello Mary Beth, so happy that Alivia is doing so well...how wonderful. I have to say I love the picture of her, she looks like she is driving. :D And Happy 15th Birthday to her. :D The best gift is good health. It is good to read some happy /cute news. Maxwell and Zuni, funny what brings us and our pupps joy...the simplest things. Every day is a blessing.
Sharon and Norman

Happy 15th Birthday, Alivia!!! :D Special treats and extra loving today!!

Happy 15th Birthday, Alivia!

You were born the same day as Squirt! What a special day that was indeed!