Guest Winterwish Posted December 6, 2008 Share Posted December 6, 2008 (edited) You and Misty are in my thoughts Claudia. Maybe she'd like a few boiled shrimp? It's not a lot tho', that's the only thing,they're so small,but she may really like them. Edited December 6, 2008 by Winterwish Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaliforniaGreys Posted December 6, 2008 Author Share Posted December 6, 2008 Thinking of Misty....I'm sure you've tried it all by now, but what does she think of canned fish? Hugs to Misty and to you To tell you the truth, I haven't tried it all because of her kidney disease. I am afraid of putting her into kidney failure with too much protein. You and Misty are in my thoughts Claudia. Maybe she'd like a few boiled shrimp? It's not a lot tho', that's the only thing,they're so small,but she may really like them. Misty loves shrimp Mary, but what about her kidneys? Would I be doing more harm than good with her kidney disease? Quote Missing my little Misty who took a huge piece of my heart with her on 5/2/09, and Ekko, on 6/28/12 For the sick, the lost, and the homeless Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Winterwish Posted December 6, 2008 Share Posted December 6, 2008 (edited) Claudia,definitely best to take the advice of someone with experience with another pup who has Cushings. Hopefully she can have a couple tho',it might keep the flow going and she'd go on to eat a bit more of another meal she needs to have. Sometimes that happens. Edited December 6, 2008 by Winterwish Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaliforniaGreys Posted December 6, 2008 Author Share Posted December 6, 2008 Claudia,definitely best to take the advice of someone with experience with another pup who has Cushings. Hopefully she can have a couple tho',it might keep the flow going and she'd go on to eat a bit more of another meal she needs to have. Sometimes that happens. It's not because of the Cushings Mary, it's that she has kidney disease on top of it. But ya know, I don't think a few would hurt her and you're right, it could get her going and it's not like I'll be doing everyday. But we won't tell her that Quote Missing my little Misty who took a huge piece of my heart with her on 5/2/09, and Ekko, on 6/28/12 For the sick, the lost, and the homeless Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Winterwish Posted December 6, 2008 Share Posted December 6, 2008 (edited) Yes,originally I had posted with regard to kidney diseaese actually,and that shrimp is fine as it's a low protein food,(as is crabmeat too). But I edited it out so to be more careful with regard to the Cushings becasue I don't have any experience with Cushings. Edited December 7, 2008 by Winterwish Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest jerrybird Posted December 7, 2008 Share Posted December 7, 2008 Thinking about Misty; maybe something sweet like maple syrup in the morning? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patricia Posted December 7, 2008 Share Posted December 7, 2008 Claudia,definitely best to take the advice of someone with experience with another pup who has Cushings. Hopefully she can have a couple tho',it might keep the flow going and she'd go on to eat a bit more of another meal she needs to have. Sometimes that happens. It's not because of the Cushings Mary, it's that she has kidney disease on top of it. But ya know, I don't think a few would hurt her and you're right, it could get her going and it's not like I'll be doing everyday. But we won't tell her that That's right! Sometimes we have to do what we have to do to get things rolling again. Kiss that pretty little girl for me. Quote Patti-Mommy of Lady Sophia 7-28-92 - 8-3-04... LaceyLaine 8-2-94-12-5-07... Flash Gordon 7-14-99 - 8-29-09... BrookLynne...Pavé Maria... and 18 Bridge Kids. WATCHING OVER US~SOPHIA~QUEENIE~LACEY LAINE~ CODY ANGELO~FLASH GORDON. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blaidd49 Posted December 7, 2008 Share Posted December 7, 2008 Diet is not a major concern with Cushings though there is anecdotal evidence that dogs seem to do better on raw/fresh/homemade diets and surley shrimp would fall in to that category - Misty's challenge is indeed the kidney aspect - lots of good vibes coming her way Pam Yes,originally I had posted with regard to kidney diseaese actually,and that shrimp is fine as it's a low protein food,(as is crabmeat too). But I edited it out so to be more careful with regard to the Cushings becasue I don't have any experience with it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bevd Posted December 7, 2008 Share Posted December 7, 2008 (edited) I can't remember so forgive me but...have you tried her on yeast? (As an appetite enhancer?). Judy sent me yeast flakes for Wallace and after a few days, they really did work. When we ran out of that we put him on Brewers Yeast tablets and they were good too. Once we kick started his appetite with the yeast, he ate all the way through. Edited for typo Edited December 7, 2008 by Bevd Quote Deerhounds Darcy, Duffy, Grace & Wellington, Mutts Sprout & Buddy, Lurchers Ned & Jake plus Ella the Westie + cats. Remembering Del, Jessie, Maddison, Flo, Sally, Stanley, Wallace, Radar, Mokka, Oki cat, Tetley, Poppy & Striker. Please visit our web store at http://www.dogsndubs.com for our own range of Greyhound related clothing for humans! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
duncan41 Posted December 7, 2008 Share Posted December 7, 2008 Checking to see how Misty is doing this AM. Did she decide to eat a little something yesterday PM? Hugs to all. Quote Linda, Mom to Fuzz, Barkley, and the felines Miss Kitty, Simon and Joseph.Waiting at The Bridge: Alex, Josh, Harley, Nikki, Beemer, Anna, Frank, Rachel, my heart & soul, Suze and the best boy ever, Dalton.<p> ....for all those hounds that are sick, hurt, lost or waiting for their forever homes. SENIORS ROCK Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest p51crazyhorse Posted December 7, 2008 Share Posted December 7, 2008 Thinking of Mistythis morning.... how is she and did she eat yesterday and this morning? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patricia Posted December 7, 2008 Share Posted December 7, 2008 Oh Mz. Misty~eat brekkie ok sweetie? Quote Patti-Mommy of Lady Sophia 7-28-92 - 8-3-04... LaceyLaine 8-2-94-12-5-07... Flash Gordon 7-14-99 - 8-29-09... BrookLynne...Pavé Maria... and 18 Bridge Kids. WATCHING OVER US~SOPHIA~QUEENIE~LACEY LAINE~ CODY ANGELO~FLASH GORDON. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest KansasGrey Posted December 7, 2008 Share Posted December 7, 2008 We are all thinking of you Misty and Claudia. I hope she is doing better today. Magnus and Maggie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaliforniaGreys Posted December 7, 2008 Author Share Posted December 7, 2008 I can't remember so forgive me but...have you tried her on yeast? (As an appetite enhancer?). Judy sent me yeast flakes for Wallace and after a few days, they really did work. When we ran out of that we put him on Brewers Yeast tablets and they were good too. Once we kick started his appetite with the yeast, he ate all the way through. Edited for typo Thank you Bev, yes, Misty has been on the NY for quite awhile. Misty had sropped eating before the dx of Cushings and it was the NY that started her eating and kept her eating. She did pretty well yesterday but doesn't want to eat this am. There's something about mornings. Quote Missing my little Misty who took a huge piece of my heart with her on 5/2/09, and Ekko, on 6/28/12 For the sick, the lost, and the homeless Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MerlinsMum Posted December 7, 2008 Share Posted December 7, 2008 I'm sorry to hear that Misty isn't eating again this morning, Claudia... hopefully she'll get a bit of an appetite as the day progresses. :goodluck Quote Kerry with Lupin in beautiful coastal Maine. Missing Pippin, my best friend and sweet little heart-healer 2013-2023 Also missing the best wizard in the world, Merlin, and my sweet 80lb limpet, Sagan, every single day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xan Posted December 7, 2008 Share Posted December 7, 2008 That's okay. You can just tempt her to eat goodies later. Hugs to you both! Quote My Inspirations: Grey Pogo, borzoi Katie, Meep the cat, AND MY BELOVED DH!!!Missing Rowdy, Coco, Brilly, Happy and Wabi. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest greydogluvr Posted December 7, 2008 Share Posted December 7, 2008 Claudia, I have been doing a lot of internet searching in anticipation that Willie is going to need some enticing to eat. I found this recipe on the Recycled Racers site. I have not tried it but am going to make some in case needed. I bet addding nutrition yeast would be good, too. Eat, Misty eat. Life Saving Meatballs (Recipe for weight gain in dogs.) 2 lbs. raw hamburger or ground turkey, the cheaper and fattier the better 3-4 raw eggs 1 cup peanut butter 1/2 cup Karo corn syrup 1 cup wheat germ or oatmeal Dump it all into a large bowl and mix together with your hands or wooden spoon. Form into balls about the size of a Ping-Pong ball and feed up to 10 meatballs per serving. These meatballs are great for putting weight on thin or sick dogs and for enticing ill dogs to eat. I freeze the meatballs on a cookie sheet and then store the frozen balls in a zip lock bag. I can microwave the desired number of meatballs as needed. Cool before serving. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaliforniaGreys Posted December 7, 2008 Author Share Posted December 7, 2008 Claudia, I have been doing a lot of internet searching in anticipation that Willie is going to need some enticing to eat. I found this recipe on the Recycled Racers site. I have not tried it but am going to make some in case needed. I bet addding nutrition yeast would be good, too. Eat, Misty eat. Life Saving Meatballs (Recipe for weight gain in dogs.) 2 lbs. raw hamburger or ground turkey, the cheaper and fattier the better 3-4 raw eggs 1 cup peanut butter 1/2 cup Karo corn syrup 1 cup wheat germ or oatmeal Dump it all into a large bowl and mix together with your hands or wooden spoon. Form into balls about the size of a Ping-Pong ball and feed up to 10 meatballs per serving. These meatballs are great for putting weight on thin or sick dogs and for enticing ill dogs to eat. I freeze the meatballs on a cookie sheet and then store the frozen balls in a zip lock bag. I can microwave the desired number of meatballs as needed. Cool before serving. Thank you Lora. When I listened to that oncologist being interviewed, I was surprised to hear her say the dogs she's treating had no stomach issues at all, but then she said she was treating mostly Goldens.I'm sure she is aware that GH's have a much more sensitive stomach and she will suggest something for Willie. We've got him tucked in our prayers for the road ahead Quote Missing my little Misty who took a huge piece of my heart with her on 5/2/09, and Ekko, on 6/28/12 For the sick, the lost, and the homeless Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charlies_Dad Posted December 7, 2008 Share Posted December 7, 2008 We have fed Jack these 'life saving meatballs' just to get some weight on him. When we got him, he was at 66lbs, down from his 74 that he raced at and his bones were showing big time. He loves these meatballs and we have gotten a few pounds on him but still would like another 3-4lbs. Quote Kyle with Stewie ('Super C Ledoux, Super C Sampson x Sing It Blondie) and forever missing my three angels, Jack ('Roy Jack', Greys Flambeau x Miss Cobblepot) and Charlie ('CTR Midas Touch', Leo's Midas x Hallo Argentina) and Shelby ('Shari's Hooty', Flying Viper x Shari Carusi) running free across the bridge. Gus an coinnich sinn a'rithist my boys and little girl. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobinM Posted December 7, 2008 Share Posted December 7, 2008 Just so you know, we gave up even trying to feed Polli in the morning over a year ago. We leave her (before we leave for work) with one milkbone and several zukes. Then sometime between 5 and 7 pm we start with dinner. Prior to her amp, she was 61 pounds and maintained beautifully. Now after amp she is 53 pounds and is maintaining as well. Could you try the once a day approach with many cookie supplements? Quote ROBIN ~ Mom to: Beau Think It Aint, Chloe JC Allthewayhome, Teddy ICU Drunk Sailor, Elsie N Fracine , Ollie RG's Travertine, Ponch A's Jupiter~ Yoshi, Zoobie & Belle, the kitties. Waiting at the bridge Angel Polli Bohemian Ocean , Rocky, Blue,Sasha & Zoobie & Bobbi Greyhound Angels Adoption (GAA) The Lexus Project Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest HoustonGreys Posted December 7, 2008 Share Posted December 7, 2008 I have no food suggestions, sorry --- but I wanted to remind you that Misty and you are in my prayers EVERY DAY! to both of you. I'm so sorry she's so sick and as a Mom it's so heartbreaking to see. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carronstar Posted December 7, 2008 Share Posted December 7, 2008 Keeping Misty in my thoughts and prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaliforniaGreys Posted December 7, 2008 Author Share Posted December 7, 2008 Just so you know, we gave up even trying to feed Polli in the morning over a year ago. We leave her (before we leave for work) with one milkbone and several zukes. Then sometime between 5 and 7 pm we start with dinner. Prior to her amp, she was 61 pounds and maintained beautifully. Now after amp she is 53 pounds and is maintaining as well. Could you try the once a day approach with many cookie supplements? The only day that would be a problem Robin is on Mondays, when she has to take the meds. If I tried any later in the day, I run the risk of her crashing when the vet is closed, and our e-vet just moved quite a distance away. Any other day, Misty can eat whenever she pleases. Quote Missing my little Misty who took a huge piece of my heart with her on 5/2/09, and Ekko, on 6/28/12 For the sick, the lost, and the homeless Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charla Posted December 7, 2008 Share Posted December 7, 2008 Just checking in to see how Misty is doing ... keeping her in my thoughts and prayers. Quote Charla, Mom to Carl ( Bella Monsoon ) 5/2002 - 9/2016 and remembering Gracie Rose ( Cee Bar Xtreme ) 2/2002 - 1/2014 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patricia Posted December 7, 2008 Share Posted December 7, 2008 Ok Missy Misty...let's hear that you are doing some eating ok sweetie? Quote Patti-Mommy of Lady Sophia 7-28-92 - 8-3-04... LaceyLaine 8-2-94-12-5-07... Flash Gordon 7-14-99 - 8-29-09... BrookLynne...Pavé Maria... and 18 Bridge Kids. WATCHING OVER US~SOPHIA~QUEENIE~LACEY LAINE~ CODY ANGELO~FLASH GORDON. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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