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    Flea Treatment For A Cat

    in Health and Medical discussion

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    Florida has been extremely horrible this year with fleas and mosquitoes. Having 4 cats - three of whom have access to a screened in porch and pool enclosure, it has been a battle since April 1. Last month I tried Advantage II for the first time and I love it! The effects seem to be lasting the entire 30 days, too, where the regular Advantage and Frontline Plus seemed to be effective for a couple of weeks. No reactions, no other issues. Even though the yard is sprayed with Adams and I vacuum the house and dog beds daily, I know I am just winning small skirmishes - not even close to winning the war because the hounds are walked through the neighborhood four times a day and the cats are on the porches for many hours at a time.

    Not sure about the bathing issue, but I was told by my Vet that the cautionary instructions about application after bathing are more to insure that the animal is completely DRY before application?? That may have had more to do with Advantage since it is not waterproof like Frontline is.

    Will have to check out Revolution!

    Thinking About Giving Greyhound Up + Aggression Issues

    in Training and Behavior discussion

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    Welcome to GT! You certainly have come to the right place! I have had Greyhounds for only 6 years, so I am still learning, but there are so many people with so much more experience on this board who willingly share their knowledge and support. GT is like the encyclopedia of all things Greyhound!

    Certainly have to bow to the voices of experience. My first Greyhound was a "return" so I got to skip all the hard work and by the time it came time to adopt again (2 year old litter sisters right off the track), I had heard or read about what others have already shared. Even then, holy cow! What a learning curve! Kathleen Gilley's writings are like a national treasure; to be honored and revered forever more. (Thanks for posting the article, Beverly!) Please read them over and over until you get a clear idea of your unrealistic expectations! Yes, there are some wash-and-wear dogs that just walk in the door and "get it" right away, but I think that scenario probably happens more to experienced adopters due to their automatic and appropriate actions.

     

    If you want that floppy eared, silly, ready to fetch a stick anytime/anywhere type of dog, then do Gordon a favor and return him now. If you want to have the pleasure of watching Gordon develop into a dog that you will come to realize you love more than anything else, put yourself in Gordon't place, have a talk with your SO until you BOTH understand what's really going on in Gordon's head and come to an agreement on how to act/react from now on. Regardless of your decision, go with your gut. You may just have the "wrong" Greyhound!

    Don't hesitate to chime back in if you have any questions. We want your experience to be positive. Good luck!

    Aortic Mass Or Clot In Left Atrium

    in Health and Medical discussion

    Posted · Edited by duncan41

    "Sorry" just doesn't do it for me at times like this. So many prayers by so many people, but there was another plan. 5 is just too d*mned young to leave and you're right - 20 years wouldn't be enough, either! I read your update this morning and just couldn't answer - too many tears and couldn't see the screen. Lorinda, my heart is breaking for you and DH. Wish he could "fix it", but then, that's a guy thing.

    Please don't beat yourself up for doing CPR! Don't question the big picture - just do what you know needs to be done - make Lazer's last few hours the best possible. He came to you for a reason and he's leaving like this for a reason. I certainly don't know why; I just don't have a better explanation.

    I'm here if you need me. I will be holding you, DH and of course Lazer gently in my prayers and in my heart.

    Gigi Has Lymphoma :(

    in Health and Medical discussion

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    I am so sorry that you received this diagnosis. Having lost my first greyt dog to lymphosarcoma, I can sympathize with how your world has been turned upside down. I know it's hard, but try to stay in the moment with Gigi because that's what she does. She doesn't know how sick she is and she wants everything to be just as it has always been. Wish I had known that 5 years ago. Sending prayers and hugs.

    Aortic Mass Or Clot In Left Atrium

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    Ugh. Fever. Thank goodness for your DVM and antibiotics! Praying that the next 24 will again see small improvements - this is just a holding patters - no backward steps allowed!

     

    To Lazer - honey, please eat! You have so many people praying for you. We know you probably feel really, really crumby, but just eat a little at a time. What sounds good? Mickey D's? A Whopper? KFC? Satin Balls? Tuna? PB sandwich? Grilled cheese? Tripe? Stinky fishes? If I were closer, I would volunteer to be your meals-on-wheels.

     

    Lorinda, take care of yourself so you can take care of Lazer. Hugs, prayers and healing white light. Baby steps.

    Aortic Mass Or Clot In Left Atrium

    in Health and Medical discussion

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    Lorinda I have been checking this thread several times a day since Nadir learned about Lazer's condition. I can imagine how hard it is to watch him when he's having trouble and then second guessing your decision of action. Did the vets give you some kind of timeline of progress as far as how long till the symptoms lessen and go away?

    Sometimes it's harder when the hurt is on the inside and we can't see the healing progress outright. Try to imagine him having a wound that required many stitches. You wouldn't expect it to heal in just a matter of days, but you would be encouraged by seeing the healing progress as it did. Try to take every improvement Lazer has as a step to his healing and take comfort in knowing that your actions by doing CPR have given him the chance to heal.

    Many healing thoughts and white light are going out to Lazer for a quick recovery.

    :grouphug

     

    Absolutely! Sending prayers and hugs and thinking positive thoughts for small improvements.

    Aortic Mass Or Clot In Left Atrium

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    OMG, Lorinda! I just don't know what to say except that you know that I will be praying non-stop for Lazer. Like Angie, I am only familiar with the human side of A-fib. Did the cardiologist give you any indication whether the clot was as a result of the irregular heartbeat or if it was the cause? Treatment prescribed parallels that of humans, too.

     

     

    Hang in there. You know you can PM me if you need to. Sending powerful white, healing light for Lazer and hugs of comfort to you.

    Green Alternatives To Frontline?

    in Health and Medical discussion

    Posted · Edited by duncan41

    Been there, done that - oils, holistic/organic/natural sprays; "specially treated" tags for collars, fabric softener sheets and anything lean, mean and green. Tried Advantage II for the first time this month and so far, so good here in Florida - otherwise known as flea, tick and mosquito he11.

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