macdaddy Posted September 9, 2015 Share Posted September 9, 2015 I just lost Mac in May and now I think Mango's in trouble..she had a cancerous mole removed from her lip a year ago..vet said although he got it all 'something' would likely show up in 6-8 months..well it's been a year and the weight is just melting off her..she was off her feed about two weeks ago with a little 'almost diarrhea'..you know no big deal just typical greyhound stuff..rice and ground turkey for a day or two and she's back to normal but only for a few days..all this week she's really been off food..(same stuff she's had for years)..absolutely refuses to eat her kibble or her canned food..will eat a little rice/turkey/boiled chicken bites ......although it's had to tell when a greyhound is lethargic ..she's got no energy at all...like the old time cowboy movies when they say 'it's quiet out there'..'yeah..too quiet' I can tell something just isn't right...I knew she'd lost some weight but didn't realize how much until last night..we were watching t.v. and she was laying on her pad ..she stretched and I looked and thought Wow! you can see EVERY rib on her not just the last 2-3 as usual...picked her up and weighed her (and me) on bathroom scale..she's down to 55 pounds (scale read considerably more)..she was 64-66 range..that's like 15+% loss...got an appointment on Friday to have her checked but I'm not feeling good about it..she's in the danger zone..11.5...Mac had just turned 13...Damn I HATE it when they get old and start to fail... Quote Dogs and small children are the only people I really get along with....MacDaddy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest MurphysMom Posted September 9, 2015 Share Posted September 9, 2015 It is so heartbreaking when they get older! Please keep us updated, I hope everything is alright. Will be praying for you and Mango don't worry yourself sick, hang in there until that vet appointment! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tbhounds Posted September 9, 2015 Share Posted September 9, 2015 You need to start with full bloodwork, fecal analysis, urinalysis and radiographs. Second step would be ultrasound. <3. Keep us posted. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Houndtime Posted September 10, 2015 Share Posted September 10, 2015 Good thoughts for Mango. 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...
Busderpuddle Posted September 10, 2015 Share Posted September 10, 2015 Hoping Friday brings you and Mango some answers. Will be thinking about you both. Quote Karen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smurfette Posted September 10, 2015 Share Posted September 10, 2015 Our thoughts are with you and Mango. Quote Sorry for butchering the english language. I try to keep the mistakes to a minimum. Nadine with Paddy (Zippy Mullane), Saoirse (Lizzie Be Nice), Abu (Cillowen Abu) and bridge angels Colin (Dessies Hero) and Andy (Riot Officer). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bradymom Posted September 10, 2015 Share Posted September 10, 2015 Thinking of you and mango today, Quote The handsome boy Brady, mid-morning nap. The sun, the sun feels so, so, so good. I can't keep my eyes open ... ... Retirement agrees ... ... and the Diva Ms India, 2001 - 10/16/2009 .... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remolacha Posted September 10, 2015 Share Posted September 10, 2015 that kind of weight loss is very scary Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
schultzlc Posted September 10, 2015 Share Posted September 10, 2015 Sending good thoughts for you and for Mango. Old dogs are the best dogs, but man, is it tough. While we know there may be hard days ahead, I hope there are some good days as well. 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...
carronstar Posted September 10, 2015 Share Posted September 10, 2015 Many good thoughts for you and Mango. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seeh2o Posted September 10, 2015 Share Posted September 10, 2015 Sending good thoughts for Mango. Quote Sunsands Doodles: Doodles aka Claire, Bella Run Softly: Softy aka Bowie (the Diamond Dog) Missing my beautiful boy Sunsands Carl 2.25.2003 - 4.1.2014 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DesiRayMom Posted September 10, 2015 Share Posted September 10, 2015 I know just how worried you must be.......good thoughts for Mango. Quote Blessed is the person who has earned the love of an old dog. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
juliemac Posted September 10, 2015 Share Posted September 10, 2015 prayers ... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
galgrey Posted September 11, 2015 Share Posted September 11, 2015 Quote Cynthia, & Cristiano, galgoAlways in my heart: Frostman Newdawn Frost, Keno Jet Action & Chloe (NGA racing name unknown), Irys (galgo), Hannah (weim), Cruz (galgo), & Carly CW Your Charming Princess http://www.greyhound-data.com/d?i=1018857 "It came to me that every time I lose a dog they take a piece of my heart with them. And every new dog who comes into my life, gifts me with a piece of their heart. If I live long enough, all the components of my heart will be dog, and I will become as generous and loving as they are." -- Unknown Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KingsMom Posted September 11, 2015 Share Posted September 11, 2015 I'm going through similar issues with them getting old... prayers for you and yours. Let us know how the appointment goes. Quote TNT Star Wars X Oshkosh Enigma King's PedigreeKing's sisters: Oshkosh Updraft, Dazie and forever in our hearts Oshkosh Ultra, Lily (3/7/03-2/18/13) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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