duncan41

Have you ever lived in Florida?

Oh, how sad! She was much too young! Please send our heartfelt condolences to Heather. Godspeed, Katie Scarlett!

I am so sorry. Your boy was indeed very special. I pray the memories of his goofy antics will help heal the jagged edges of your broken heart.

After washing everything in the hottest water the items can reasonably tolerate, vacuum every day. It's not necessary to put anything in the vacuum cleaner bag. There have been many studies done showing that over 90% (most studies quote 95 to 99%) of fleas were killed by the vacuuming process alone. The life cycle of a flea is 21 days, so whatever treatment you choose, it must be repeated every 21 days for at least 4 months. Since the "grease cutting" ability of dishwashing liquid breaks down the waxy coating on the outer shell of the flea and causes it to dry up (and is the least expensive), I choose to "wash" my yard rather than use chemicals. I fill a hose end sprayer with dishwashing liquid and set it for 1 teaspoon per gallon and soak everything: grass, planting beds, plants, trees, fence, the pool enclosure screening. The soap is actually good for anything green, so don't worry about over doing the treatment, especially on the grass. If you have a chain link fence surrounding your property, you might want to spray into your neighbor's yard to create a barrier. Whatever topical or internal flea treatment you choose for Tosh, keep in mind, not every treatment works for every dog in every region. A few years ago, while going through the first and hopefully the last infestation, I found that rotating treatments on a monthly basis seemed to work the best. I also make a spray of 4 oz distilled water and one drop of about a half dozen essential oils (Blue Tansy, Pine, Lemongrass, Tea Tree, Citronella and a few more) applied from the neck back (including the "under carriage") before going outside for any reason. Staying on the "chemical free" treatment approach, DeFlea shampoo works very well in conjunction with everything else. It is chemical free and uses a very interesting active ingredient. If you have any questions, please PM me and I will be happy to help in any way.

I have no experience with stem cell therapy, but it is something that my Vet started offering recently. She incorporated I-therm into her practice in May of 2012 of which I do have personal experience and have recommended countless times to others. Since I have seen the miracles of I-therm treatments, I trust that my Vet has faith in stem cell therapy as well and will follow her recommendations should the need arise in the future. I would think that in a forward thinking area such as Bremerton, you should be able to find a practice offering I-therm and consider/compare them for the specifics of Kaylie's condition. Gentle hugs for Kaylie.

Yikes! What a scare! Stewie, quit scaring your mom and dad like that! Please administer hugs all around and adult beverages where appropriate.

Oh and one more thing, Lorinda just received Lazer's CBC, Super Chem and UA and the results are absolutely, positively, flippin' AMAZING!!! They aren't "perfect", but for what Lazer has been through, they are simply........................AMAZING! Just one more reason to celebrate! Lorinda's words: "nothing too different" from the last set in May. I'm so thrilled for them I can hardly sit still and type this so I just had to share! Sorry if I stole your thunder, Lorinda.

Yay! Whoo-hoo! Yippee! Hooray! Hallelujah! Whoopee! and any other expressions of joy! Lazer, you're a walking miracle and your Mom is pretty amazing, too!

He knew he was finally home and loved. I am so sorry for your loss.

If you really want to compare apples to apples, don't change a thing, other than I wouldn't feed him before the next test. The objective is to see if these results are pointing toward a trend. I was advised by a well known canine nutritionist to test 3 times, 30 days apart before making any decisions or taking any action.

Isn't it ironic that the actions/reactions by the hounds who "have no expectations" leave the most indelible impressions? Godspeed, Orion. Send your mama kisses on the wind. I am so sorry for your loss.

So many years, so many memories. I am so sorry for your loss.

It just HAS to be dermal. Everything else is unacceptable. Sending prayers and hugs.

There are no words to convey how sorry I am that this hàs happened. Please know that I am praying for you.

Susan, so many remember Alan as one of Gt's favorites. Happy Birthday at the Bridge, Alan.

I have no experience, but I recognize a boy devoted to his Mom when I see one. The meds have to work. Praying for both of you. How is he feeling??

Hugs. Will be holding Charlotte and everyone who loves her gently in my prayers.

I have no experience with this drug. Please google oxybutynin for dogs and read about the drug and its side effects - one of which is a fast heartbeat. In Nadir's condition, I would be hesitant to treat based on a hunch.

One day, I-therm will become another alternative treatment mentioned in articles like that one. Until then, I guess it will remain the best kept secret outside of Brevard County, Florida.

Was there any treatment for the proteinuria in late 2008? Has a UPC been done lately? When was the last time a Super Chem Panel was done to evaluate his kidney values, calcium and phosphorous levels? What is his current urine microalbumin? What is his blood pressure? Sorry for all the questions, but for those who have experienced PLN/proteinuria/glomerulonephritis, it's standard stuff. If anyone knows about living with an animal with PLN, high microalbumin and resultant thrombus, it's Lorinda. Her Lazer has come back from the dead with test results that defy all modern Veterinary medical logic. I remember the feeling of being shell shocked post dx. If you need help interpreting what is going on, get copies of all Nadir's test results and post them here. As Lorinda said, there are so many members who will be willing to lend their expertise to interpret the test results.

She was more than special. She was yours. Hugs.

Greyt news!

I am so sorry. .