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NevadasMom
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Keeping you in my thoughts. Having just lost Nevada almost a year ago, I know how tough it is to let these precious seniors go. They are a part of you. Hoping for good news....
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Run pain free...I'm so sorry.
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She was lucky to have you.....and you her!
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At the end of Nevada's time, her back problems were in her upper back also. I know what you are going through. Cherish the times with your beautiful girl. They never stay with us long enough....but what a treasure they are.
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I bet she sure is glad to be home!
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That's good news. Hopefully the Valium reduced the stress & the acupuncture helped the pain. Sometimes they get themselves so stressed & worked up that it increases the pain levels. Hope the Vet visit goes well.
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Wonderful news!!
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I'm sorry I haven't read all of the suggestions but how much Tramadol is she on and can you up the dose? I remember when we had Star on it I was amazed how high a dose was actually safe. The vets office could help you with the amount. I can check my old bottles, too, but I remember I called once when Star was in real pain and told I could give more medicine and more frequently than the bottle indicated. The Tramadol has the added benefit of making them sleepy, that's why I'm wondering....may help get you through tonight.
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We give her 100mg every 8. We were giving her 100mg every 6-8 with the amp so I don't want to over do it.
I hate giving her valium, but she is totally relaxed now which is comforting to see. She was so stressed between the pain and the vet.
Unfortunatley, I can not give her more until tomorrow PM. She already had 10mg.
I would call the Vet and ask if she can have another 5-10mg tonight. It's not a very high dose.
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Another dose of Valium tonight might be in order.....I think it will make everyone rest easier. Hugs to you.....
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Let Ms. Flippy know that she does not travel the road alone....that her GT family with be right there with her. And right beside you too!
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So sorry......
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I've heard of people using vinegar to help prevent and clear up ear infections. But have never had the problem myself so I can't tell you from first hand experience. You might be able to google some info on it. Good luck! Infections are no fun.
I was just going to suggest a dilute solution of acetic acid (vinegar).
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Wonderful!!
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Nevada would always feel a little "off" after getting her vaccines. Sometimes a bit of diarrhea too.
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If I don't get Sadie's meds in her exactly right I get to deal with two days of vomitting. That can't be fun for her
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I can relate to the vomiting......I did that twice a day when I was on those stinking VF meds!
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Here are my three thoughts.....
Thyroid, vision & cushings.
What test did they do to rule out the cushings? Does the weight gain make him look like a sausage with legs...a potty look?
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You know Claudia I'm a nurse and worked in pediatric emerg for years. I'm not sure I could handle this. Kiss that pretty girl for me okay?
Ya know.....I'm a nurse too & my sweet Nevada had Cushings also. I've told Claudia that I'm grateful that I was a nurse, so that I could deal with the crashing & the rollercoaster rides. It was a full time job. People just don't realize how difficult this disease is to manage & how terribly expensive it is.
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My friends dog was able to come off her meds for a while, but started coughing again & her titers went back up....so back on the meds. Remember that the meds don't kill the fungus, they just help the body fight it better. They are now beginning to say that some humans can get relapses, so I'm assuming the same would be true for dogs.
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How is today going?
Misty ate well this morning and I think her mouth is a bit more comfortable.Right now even the canned KD is not soft enough but the Natural Choice is ok for now. I got nervous yesterday and thought she started crashing. She's never had the Lysodren 2 days in a row. It's a little difficult to judge right now with two different things going on at the same time. The only thing I'm comfortable with being under control is her kidney disease.
I use to watch for decreased appetite & decrease in water intake in Nevada. The back end wobblies usually came last when she was ready to crash.
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Is Misty as SOFT as she looks to be? Baby steps are good--and baby steps forward are great!
Thanks to EicosaDerm she's even softer than she looks which is unusual for most Cushings dogs
What's strange is after Nevada got stable on her Cushings meds she went from having bald patches to being VERY fuzzy. It was very cute.
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I'm so sorry. You're doing the right & compasionate thing, even though it breaks your heart.
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Glad things are moving in the right direction. Slow & steady.....
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Hang in there.
Please, Keep Misty In Your Prayers
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Nevada lost qite a bit of weight after she stabilized-but then she was the typical potty looking Cushings dog. For a while she was looking like a stuffed sausage with legs. Hang in there, things may start to get better now that she is stable. Got to give her body time to adjust.