My 10 yr old yorkie has cushings

[Sandie]

thank yall so much for caring about my sweet Pebbles , today we went back for the repeat cushings test . The vet tech called me after a few hrs and said the test came back negative for cushings from auburn . I said the vet wanted them reran because she felt like they weren't correct . He said the other vet looked at them and it was negative for cushings . but showed unfamiliar findings ?? So they are running the Addison test ? The thyroid test hasn't come back yet . I have a appointment in the morning at 8:30 with a eye specialist to confirm Sards . Vet. Did said possible Sards on the referral . I'm just so confused . They said her eyes will be dilated and test will be ran . How can blindness cause all of these other horrible side effects , drinking , tting, wright gain , earring , weak legs . I'm just very confused and hope to get some answers soon . My nerves are shot over this and it's killing me cause I can't fix my baby . Thank you all so much for the love and support ! ~sandie and ~Pebbles~

[Sandie]

Thank you sooooo much !!

[Sandie]

Leslie, thank you so much . Thank you everyone . I'm so glad I found this site . Y'all have helped me so much .

[Squirt's Mom]

To answer your questions about the signs here is some info and some links that tell us other things about SARDS including testing -

Though many dogs have no clinical signs of illness other than blindness, some dogs will show signs typical for Cushing's disease (increased thirst, increased urination, weight gain) though they usually test negative for Cushing's disease. These other signs commonly resolve over time.

https://www.northwestanimaleye.com/sards.pml

Affected dogs often have signs such as increased appetite, weight gain, dramatic increased thirst and urination, and in some cases a decrease in hearing and smell;

https://cvm.ncsu.edu/new-research-st...sease-in-dogs/

Along with the sudden loss of vision, many dogs show systemic and behavioral changes such as increased appetite, increased thirst and urination, and sudden gain in weight. Many of these same symptoms are similar to an endocrine condition termed hyperadrenocorticism or Cushing’s-like syndrome, but the association with this condition is not consistent. In many cases liver enzymes are found to be abnormal on bloodwork without outward signs of liver dysfunction.

http://www.acvo.org/common-conditions-1/2018/2/2/sards

Seems so odd that one condition can mimic another, huh? But Cushing's is "lucky" that way since so many other things share the same signs - like SARDS to name just one.

You are doing a good job so keep your head up and love that baby girl all you can. She trusts you completely and knows you are doing your very best for her.
Hugs,
Leslie

[stacey]

I'm so sorry about pebbles, my reilly was just diagnosed with Cushing's a month ago. She pants herself to sleep at night. She is taking the meds, taking CBD oil for seizures, and Saturday was diagnosed with being senile and now on a natural med for that. You know your dog the best! My is 10 years old and also has the luxating patellas (knees problems). So even if everything gets better, her walking is going to get worse. I might have to make a decision soon then later and put her to sleep. And I do not think there is anything wrong with that, if she is suffering. At of these issues happened over a few months.

[Sandie]

Stacy, I'm so sorry about your baby Reily . What breed is he ? Pebbles is also very miserable at night . Breaking my heart . She is having the eye test to determine Sards tomorrow . The eye dr tested her today And she is totally blind . I agree with you , I don't want any suffering . I understand exactly how you feel . Does Riley want to eat all the time ? What do you feed him ? I feel like the worst Moma ever ignoring her crying for food . I'll pray for you and your sweet baby . Sandie

[Sandie]

Thank you Leslie ❤️

[Sandie]

Can someone please help !! I went to petco to get new food to start pebbles on that is lower calorie . Vet just gave me name brands that was it . The gentleman helping me was no help at all . He had no idea what cushings was , or Sards nothing . He said he couldn't tell what to find my dog . I'm already upset and just needed some help . I need some suggestions ! What is a good low calorie dog food to feed my baby ? I need suggestions on snacks also . She probably thinks I don't love her cause I stopped them cold turkey . I'm totally at a loss . Thank y'all so much. Sandie

[Harley PoMMom]

There isn't a set "diet" for a dog with Cushing's, the food should to be tailored to that dog's specific health needs. I've checked with the dog food advisor web site and here's a link to a list of dog foods that they recommend for weight loss: https://www.dogfoodadvisor.com/best-...oss-dog-foods/

Lori

[Squirt's Mom]

I use Cloud Star crunchy Tricky Trainers as treats for my babies. They are 2 cal a treat.