RileysLegacy Posted November 6, 2013 Share Posted November 6, 2013 Many of you know Legs has quite a few issues with his heart including DCM, arrhythmias & premature ventricular contractions. He's on a bunch of meds which have seemed to help. He still has occasional scary episodes but they have decreased a lot since I now know what's wrong & don't allow him to run or exercise at all when the sun is out. Anyway, the last couple of weeks he has only been picking at his breakfast, which is VERY out of character. He's a total chow hound. He's also been coughing a bit here & there, but nothing too alarming - I probably would not have even noticed if it were another dog. But last night, he woke me up coughing for a good 10 mins I know coughing is not a good sign. I emailed my vet to see what she thinks. I'm guessing he'll need yet another ultrasound to see what's going on & if we should change/add to his meds. I'm worried. It's very stressful living w/ the constant fear that his heart will stop working at any moment. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Houndtime Posted November 6, 2013 Share Posted November 6, 2013 Good thoughts for your boy. Quote 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...
4My2Greys Posted November 6, 2013 Share Posted November 6, 2013 The coughing would have me very worried too . I do hope it is not related to his heart, but if so a simple tweak of his medicines will take care of it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
duncan41 Posted November 6, 2013 Share Posted November 6, 2013 Sending hugs and positive thoughts across the miles. Hopefully it's just a change in meds that will set everything right again. 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...
GreyPoopon Posted November 6, 2013 Share Posted November 6, 2013 I too hope that a minor change in meds will make the symptoms disappear. Quote Standard Poodle Daisy (12/13) Missing Cora (RL Nevada 5/99-10/09), Piper (Cee Bar Easy 2/99-1/10), Tally (Thunder La La 9/99-3/10), Edie (Daring Reva 9/99-10/12), Dixie (Kiowa Secret Sue 11/01-1/13), Jessie (P's Real Time 11/98-3/13), token boy Graham (Zydeco Dancer 9/00-5/13), Cal (Back Already 12/99-11/13), Betsy (Back Kick Beth 11/98-12/13), Standard Poodles Minnie (1/99-1/14) + Perry (9/98-2/14), Annie (Do Marcia 9/03-10/14), Pink (Miss Pinky Baker 1/02-6/15), Poppy (Cmon Err Not 8/05-1/16), Kat (Jax Candy 5/05-5/17), Ivy (Jax Isis 10/07-7/21), Hildy (Braska Hildy 7/10-12/22), Opal (Jax Opal 7/08-4/23). Toodles (BL Toodles 7/09-4/24) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rickiesmom Posted November 6, 2013 Share Posted November 6, 2013 What everyone else has said! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lovinggreysslp Posted November 6, 2013 Share Posted November 6, 2013 Sending positive thoughts for legs. Quote Cosmo (Fuzz Face Cosmos), Holmes (He's a Dream), Boomer (USS Baby Boomer), Ella and missing our angels Clay (Red Clay), Train (Nite Train), Trip (Bock's Teddy Bear),Larry (Bohemian Frigid) and Jimmy (Bohemian Raw) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remolacha Posted November 6, 2013 Share Posted November 6, 2013 I am sorry, I hope the coughing is not related to his heart. If it is any consolation, Sugar was on a ton of meds for a variety of heart problems and I lost her her at 12 1/2 to kidney failure. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tbhounds Posted November 6, 2013 Share Posted November 6, 2013 (edited) He needs an x-ray--looking for fluid buildup :-( Edited to add that he may be coughing also because the heart may be so enlarged now that it's putting pressure on his trachea---x-ray needed for that too. Hugs to Legs (and you too). Edited November 6, 2013 by tbhounds Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest grey_dreams Posted November 6, 2013 Share Posted November 6, 2013 Agree with tbhounds. I lost my most beloved Zuki to CHF one year ago. The coughing, the loss of appetite. I would just like to say, please don't live in constant stress and fear, because he is reading you. Please just love every moment you have together, and try to be strong for your beloved boy. I know how difficult it is. Sending both of you a lot of love. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carronstar Posted November 6, 2013 Share Posted November 6, 2013 Holiday Legs in my thoughts and prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest grey_dreams Posted November 6, 2013 Share Posted November 6, 2013 (edited) Just wanted to add, when he has a coughing episode, and not just a cough here and there, it may be best to get him to the vet, or a cardiac specialist if one is available. Edited November 6, 2013 by grey_dreams Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NeylasMom Posted November 6, 2013 Share Posted November 6, 2013 Aw, I'm sorry to read this Lucy. Hoping it is something easily addressed by tweaking his meds. FWIW, a spoonful of honey every few hours may help to alleviate his coughing until you can get it figured out. A friend was finally able to get some sleep when he started using it for his foster dog who had kennel cough. I don't know if it will help in this situation, but I don't *think* it would hurt to try it. Maybe check with your vet first to be safe if you decide to. Quote Jen, CPDT-KA with Zuri, lab in a greyhound suit, Violet, formerly known as Faith, Skye, the permanent puppy, Cisco, resident cat, and my baby girl Neyla, forever in my heart "The great thing about science is that you're free to disagree with it, but you'll be wrong." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
schultzlc Posted November 6, 2013 Share Posted November 6, 2013 Sending good thoughts for Legs and for you! Quote Laura, mom to Luna (Boc's Duchess) and Nova (Atascocita Venus).Forever in my heart, Phantom (Tequila Nights) and Zippy (Iruska Monte). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charlies_Dad Posted November 6, 2013 Share Posted November 6, 2013 Lucy, I'm sorry to read the update on Legs. Our Jack's heart enlarged so much that it put pressure on his trachea and he would cough. I hope meds can alleviate your boys symptoms. 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...
Tracey Posted November 7, 2013 Share Posted November 7, 2013 Lucy, I'm so sorry to hear this. I know how worrisome a cough can be. Sending good thoughts for you and Legs. Quote ...............Chase (FTH Smooth Talker), Morgan (Cata), Reggie (Gable Caney), Rufus (Reward RJ). Fosters check in, but they don't check out. Forever loved -- Cosmo (System Br Mynoel), March 11, 2002 - October 8, 2009.Miss Cosmo was a lady. And a lady always knows when to leave. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3DogNite Posted November 8, 2013 Share Posted November 8, 2013 I'm worried. It's very stressful living w/ the constant fear that his heart will stop working at any moment. This is me, for the last 2 years with Lazer. First it was blood clots IN his heart - Now we are worried about CHF. He is on tons of medications and supplements. When we go for our walks, I let him sniff every bush, pee on every branch, roll in anything stinky (bath afterwards) and then he eats pretty much anything he wants. For our boys, Life is NOW,, at the moment. we live it as best as we can .... fingers and toes crossed for your boy and mine, if you don't mind sharing - and an extra hug for you! Lorinda Quote lorinda, mom to the ever revolving door of Foster greyhounds Always in my heart: Teala (LC Sweet Dream) , Pepton, Darbee-Do (Hey Barb) , Rascal (Abitta Rascal), Power (Beyond the Power), and the miracle boy LAZER (2/21/14), Spirit (Bitter Almonds) 8/14 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest racinmason Posted November 22, 2013 Share Posted November 22, 2013 Good thoughts to you and Legs. Hope everything improves! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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