Re: Snoring and labored breathing.
Hi and Welcome,
I am so glad members have been stopping by to welcome you. We have a bit of a list fo questions we usually pose, consider routine
Could you tell us how much Tipper weighs?
Could you tell us how Tipper was diagnosed?
Which tests were done and what were the results?
I am so glad you have an ACTH scheduled. Please let us know the results.
Dogs are treated with Trilostane to alleviate symptoms and usually, yes, are on it for the rest of their lives. The dose may need adjusting, sometimes, more, sometimes less but does indeed have to be monitored on a regular basis.
One of my biggest concerns is her breathing. It is especially noticeable at night. It appears she is having more difficulty than usual breathing. She snores, and at times has a throaty sound like dogs do after they have had a tube in their throat for anesthesia.
I am not sure why this would be. If Tipper had allergies as a puppy, sometimes, when we drop their cortisol, we will see issues that the dog was using the cortisol to self medicate, so allergies could crop up.
That is just one thought. My Zoe snores, but she has done that loudly with and without treatment.
I am so happy you found your way here. You will find a wealth of support and information. My Zoe was diagnosed 2.5 years ago. We started treatment with Vetoryl in June 2011. She has quite a few health issues but which makes treating her a bit of a challenege but I am able to do it, thanks to the wonderful people on this forum.
It will get easier.
love,
addy, zoe and koko
My little dog - a heartbeat at my feet. ~Edith Wharton
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