Guest mbfilby Posted May 23, 2011 Share Posted May 23, 2011 (edited) Mickey has been ill off and on for well over a month. It started with vomiting, diarrhea, and fever. Vet prescribed baytril which she had a bad reaction to, so we started tetracycline which seemed to help. Once the meds were finished she became sick again, and this time had bloody stools. Vet prescribed metronidizole along with bland vet kibble which seemed to help at first, but she is now ill again and she is still on the meds. She refuses to eat the diet food, and is still vomiting. Her stools have never firmed up, and she has developed very bad urinary incontinence. Bloodwork and samples all look good. I can get her to eat boiled hamburger and potatoes, but she really wants the regular food the other pups get. We have an appointment tomorrow for xrays. We've discussed IBD and the treatments going forward based on the xray results. She is weak and loosing weight. Our home is a war zone of soiled blankets and bedding. She is miserable and can not lay anywhere for 5 minutes without soaking through the bedding. Any advice? There is a specialty pet food store in town that sells Nutri Source Pure Vita hypo allergenic formulas, but right now she is too sick to introduce a new food. Edited May 24, 2011 by mbfilby Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tbhounds Posted May 23, 2011 Share Posted May 23, 2011 (edited) She really needs a full work up-- meaning more blood work (bile acids, TLI for example), full stool analysis, radiographs and perhaphs an abdominal ultrasound. I would gate to see you to assume it's IBD only to find out you are missing a bigger picture. IBD seems to have become a catcth all diagnosis by some -- well, let's say lack luster vets. I would absoultely reccomend a second option with an internist if your pups health continues to decline. Keep us posted after your vet visit tomorrow. Edited May 23, 2011 by tbhounds Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest mbfilby Posted May 24, 2011 Share Posted May 24, 2011 We took Mickey to the E-vet this afternoon (Canadian holiday) because she looked as if she were bloating. She didn't have the retching or vomiting, but her tummy was large and firm. Since we already had an appointment for xrays tomorrow with the same vet, she said to bring her in and she would do them today. Xrays showed fluid build up and extremely enlarged liver and spleen. Ultrasound showed that her intestines are being compressed by the enlarged organs and a large mass. While her blood values were good last Saturday, today they are all out of wack. After the appointment we took her for a car ride and a short walk, but she is having trouble walking. We will make the appointment for tomorrow or Wednesday. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Greytluv Posted May 24, 2011 Share Posted May 24, 2011 I'm so sorry. Bless her heart Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest MnMDogs Posted May 24, 2011 Share Posted May 24, 2011 I'm so sorry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JJNg Posted May 24, 2011 Share Posted May 24, 2011 Oh no! I'm so sorry to see this update. My thoughts are with you. Jennifer & Willow (Wilma Waggle), Wiki (Wiki Hard Ten), Carter (Let's Get It On), Ollie (whippet), Gracie (whippet x), & Terra (whippet) + Just Saying + Just Alice Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greyhead Posted May 24, 2011 Share Posted May 24, 2011 Mary with Jumper Jack (2/17/11) and angels Shane (PA's Busta Rime, 12/10/02 - 10/14/16) and Spencer (Dutch Laser, 11/25/00 - 3/29/13). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NancyB Posted May 24, 2011 Share Posted May 24, 2011 Oh no, I'm so sorry. Sending hugs and prayers Nancy with Rocket, Umeko and Sasha Missing Albi, Kassie, Ramm, Ruby, my good boy Marvin and Mickey (BT) NANCY B'S COLLARS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Stripeyfan Posted May 24, 2011 Share Posted May 24, 2011 I am so sorry. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maggiespet Posted May 24, 2011 Share Posted May 24, 2011 I am so sorry. Hugs to you all. http://i57.photobucket.com/albums/g240/mtbucket/siggies/Everyday-2.jpgJane - forever servant to the whims and wishes of Maggie (L's Magnolia of JCKC) and Sam the mutt pup.[/b] She's classy, sassy and a bit smart assy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest vahoundlover Posted May 24, 2011 Share Posted May 24, 2011 We took Mickey to the E-vet this afternoon (Canadian holiday) because she looked as if she were bloating. She didn't have the retching or vomiting, but her tummy was large and firm. Since we already had an appointment for xrays tomorrow with the same vet, she said to bring her in and she would do them today. Xrays showed fluid build up and extremely enlarged liver and spleen. Ultrasound showed that her intestines are being compressed by the enlarged organs and a large mass. While her blood values were good last Saturday, today they are all out of wack. After the appointment we took her for a car ride and a short walk, but she is having trouble walking. We will make the appointment for tomorrow or Wednesday. I am so sorry! We lost Kirston Saturday to a large mass on her spleen bleeding, Same symptoms with the full belly, we thought she was bloating. The cancer had already spread through out. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
45MPHK9 Posted May 24, 2011 Share Posted May 24, 2011 I am so sorry. Tricia with Kyle, our senior mutt dog Always missing Murray Maldives, Bee Wiseman, River, Hopper, Kaia, and Holly Oaks Holly“You don't need a weatherman to know which way the wind blows.“ -Bob Dylan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Batmom Posted May 24, 2011 Share Posted May 24, 2011 I'm sorry to hear this. Star aka Starz Ovation (Ronco x Oneco Maggie*, litter #48538), Coco aka Low Key (Kiowa Mon Manny x Party Hardy, litter # 59881), and mom in IllinoisWe miss Reko Batman (Trouper Zeke x Marque Louisiana), 11/15/95-6/29/06, Rocco the thistledown whippet, 04/29/93-10/14/08, Reko Zema (Mo Kick x Reko Princess), 8/16/98-4/18/10, the most beautiful girl in the whole USA, my good egg Joseph aka Won by a Nose (Oneco Cufflink x Buy Back), 09/22/2003-03/01/2013, and our gentle sweet Gidget (Digitizer, Dodgem by Design x Sobe Mulberry), 1/29/2006-11/22/2014, gone much too soon. Never forgetting CJC's Buckshot, 1/2/07-10/25/10. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest greytbookert Posted May 24, 2011 Share Posted May 24, 2011 I'm so sorry! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest BrianRke Posted May 24, 2011 Share Posted May 24, 2011 Im so sorry, I know you are heartbroken. My thoughts are with you today. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charlies_Dad Posted May 24, 2011 Share Posted May 24, 2011 I am very sorry to read of Mickey's diagnosis. This horrid disease takes so many of our beautiful pups. Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time and please give a hug to Mickey from me. 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...
MP_the4pack Posted May 24, 2011 Share Posted May 24, 2011 I lost two to cancer of the spleen. It sucks. I'm so sorry you're going thru this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest MyCody Posted May 24, 2011 Share Posted May 24, 2011 I am so sorry. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest BleuDog Posted May 24, 2011 Share Posted May 24, 2011 I'm so very sorry....... Hugs to you all......... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Houndtime Posted May 24, 2011 Share Posted May 24, 2011 I am so sad and sorry to read this. It is exactly the way we lost Brandy. I do hate cancer. It is the thief who robs us, everyday, of those we love. Irene Ullmann w/Flying Odin and Mama Mia in Lower Delaware Angels Brandy, John E, American Idol, Paul, Fuzzy and Shine Handcrafted Greyhound and Custom Clocks http://www.houndtime.com Zoom Doggies-Racing Coats for Racing Greyhounds Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheFullHouse Posted May 24, 2011 Share Posted May 24, 2011 I'm so very sorry. Judy, mom to Darth Vader, Bandita, And Angel Forever in our hearts, DeeYoGee, Dani, Emmy, Andy, Heart, Saint, Valentino, Arrow, Gee, Bebe, Jilly Bean, Bullitt, Pistol, Junior, Sammie, Joey, Gizmo, Do Bee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Figmama Posted May 24, 2011 Share Posted May 24, 2011 So much sad news lately. I'm so sorry. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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carronstar Posted May 24, 2011 Share Posted May 24, 2011 I'm so very sorry. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest mbfilby Posted May 24, 2011 Share Posted May 24, 2011 We helped Mickey to the bridge this afternoon. She went peacefully with DW and I holding her, and knew she was loved. When I can manage to find words to do her justice, I will post in remembrance. Thanks for the kind words. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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