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ashmack · 08-18-2008, 10:11 PM

I have a 3 year old neutered male yorkie named Brownee. He has been walking very strangely lately and his front paws keep folding over. I thought maybe it was just a sprain but it hasn't gone away for a few days. I took him to our vet and he is now on an anti-inflammatory. 3 days later he still hasn't gotten any better, now it seems like one of his back legs is having trouble now. I am going back to the vet tomorrow morning, hopefully nothing too serious is wrong with him. He is still eating and drinking like normal. He doesn't act like he is in pain, just very clumsy when walking. Any thoughts?

I Miss Shelby · 08-19-2008, 07:56 AM

I'm so sorry that this is happening to your little one. I don't have any answers but I wanted to say that I will say a prayer for Brownee that he gets well soon.

ARCHIE · 08-19-2008, 08:19 AM

Just sending warm thoughts and good wishes to Brownee.
Hope he will be ok. Maybe it just takes time for the meds to work.
Hopefullly so.

PamBellaJagShy · 08-19-2008, 08:25 AM

Hope they get that figured out, That sounds terrible! Poor Baby!

Prayers from Me and my Babies! Pam, Bella, Shy

Ellie May · 08-19-2008, 08:57 AM

If his paws are folding up or knuckling, I would wonder if it is neurological or a bone/deformity issue.

Wylie's Mom · 08-19-2008, 09:21 AM

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Originally Posted by Ellie May

If his paws are folding up or knuckling, I would wonder if it is neurological or a bone/deformity issue.

I wonder the same and I guess my concerns would be growing as the symptoms may be spreading. Can your vet consult with a neurologist or a vet-teaching hospital? Is it possible that he got into something? Does he seem "with it" otherwise (alert etc.)?

ashmack · 08-19-2008, 10:05 AM

He is actually at the vet right now and they are doing the bile acid testing to rule out the liver shunt. I have an appointment with a neurologist tomorrow morning as well. The vet said that his right pupil isn't dialating so it could be neurological. I feel so bad for my little baby he is like my child! I'm so sad!

KathyinCali · 08-19-2008, 10:29 AM

Sending prayers and warm wishes...

Jeri Cunningham · 08-19-2008, 10:58 AM

Oh poor baby let us know as soon as you find out. I sure hope it is not something serious.

JRo · 08-19-2008, 12:21 PM

Poor Brownee! I hope they find what's wrong soon and that he makes a speedy recovery!

Yorkiedaze · 08-19-2008, 12:57 PM

I am so sorry this is happening. Yes, it really does sound like a neurological problem and hopefully can be corrected. Hugs and prayers coming your way.

ashmack · 08-20-2008, 04:46 PM

So my baby has been diagnosed with Hydrocephalus. He had a CT scan today and there is fluid on the left side of his brain. It breaks my heart to see him like this. I should find out what can me done by tomorrow after the radiologist looks at the ct scan. The neurologist I went to today said he doesn't think it is enough to justify surgery and we will most likely have to try a steroid medication. But, he doesn't know if his symptoms will clear up. His left side of the body is effected, his legs and eye, which cause him to walk in circles and stumble. I am a mess, I've been crying all day. I don't care about the money I just want my baby to be better. The worst part about it all is when people are so insensitive about it. It's just a dog... no actually it's not just a dog. Ugh! The vet also said that this is a congenital disease. Which means that other dogs from this breeder are going to have the same problem. It makes me so upset that some breeders are that selfish and/or ignorant. Sorry to vent... I'll keep you guys updated.

JRo · 08-20-2008, 04:58 PM

Aww, I'm so sorry to hear this! I really hope the meds help. I will keep you and Brownee in my thoughts!

MyPeanutAbbyGra · 08-22-2008, 07:04 AM

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Originally Posted by ashmack

So my baby has been diagnosed with Hydrocephalus. He had a CT scan today and there is fluid on the left side of his brain. It breaks my heart to see him like this. I should find out what can me done by tomorrow after the radiologist looks at the ct scan. The neurologist I went to today said he doesn't think it is enough to justify surgery and we will most likely have to try a steroid medication. But, he doesn't know if his symptoms will clear up. His left side of the body is effected, his legs and eye, which cause him to walk in circles and stumble. I am a mess, I've been crying all day. I don't care about the money I just want my baby to be better. The worst part about it all is when people are so insensitive about it. It's just a dog... no actually it's not just a dog. Ugh! The vet also said that this is a congenital disease. Which means that other dogs from this breeder are going to have the same problem. It makes me so upset that some breeders are that selfish and/or ignorant. Sorry to vent... I'll keep you guys updated.

Oh Sweetie, I'm so sorry

Have you contacted Brownee's breeder to let her know? I would and have her contact the rest of his littermate's owners.

You and Brownee are in our prayers.

jp4m2 · 08-22-2008, 07:16 AM

I'm so sorry your precious Brownee is so ill......I hope the medication works for Brownee's sake.....you could also try a homeopathy vet to see if there are other options, I hope things improve for Brownee, I will be wishing you the best......

08-18-2008, 10:11 PM	#1
ashmack Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Draper, UT, USA Posts: 32	My poor baby I have a 3 year old neutered male yorkie named Brownee. He has been walking very strangely lately and his front paws keep folding over. I thought maybe it was just a sprain but it hasn't gone away for a few days. I took him to our vet and he is now on an anti-inflammatory. 3 days later he still hasn't gotten any better, now it seems like one of his back legs is having trouble now. I am going back to the vet tomorrow morning, hopefully nothing too serious is wrong with him. He is still eating and drinking like normal. He doesn't act like he is in pain, just very clumsy when walking. Any thoughts?

08-19-2008, 07:56 AM	#2
I Miss Shelby YT Addict Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Auburn, GA Posts: 352	I'm so sorry that this is happening to your little one. I don't have any answers but I wanted to say that I will say a prayer for Brownee that he gets well soon. __________________ Kasey 7/14/92-8/9/05 Shelby 10/21/93-10/1/07 SCOOTER~~Proud Member of The Little Gentleman's Club

08-19-2008, 08:19 AM	#3
ARCHIE Owned by "Buddy" Donating Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: NEW YORK Posts: 11,103	Just sending warm thoughts and good wishes to Brownee. Hope he will be ok. Maybe it just takes time for the meds to work. Hopefullly so. __________________ Carol Buddy ~MEMBER OF THE S.R.C. AND TEAPOT CLUB~

08-19-2008, 08:57 AM	#5
Ellie May YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Michigan Posts: 6,472	If his paws are folding up or knuckling, I would wonder if it is neurological or a bone/deformity issue. __________________ Crystal and Ellie May

08-19-2008, 10:05 AM	#7
ashmack Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Draper, UT, USA Posts: 32	update... He is actually at the vet right now and they are doing the bile acid testing to rule out the liver shunt. I have an appointment with a neurologist tomorrow morning as well. The vet said that his right pupil isn't dialating so it could be neurological. I feel so bad for my little baby he is like my child! I'm so sad!

08-19-2008, 08:25 AM	#4
PamBellaJagShy Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Katy Posts: 65	Hope they get that figured out, That sounds terrible! Poor Baby! Prayers from Me and my Babies! Pam, Bella, Shy

08-19-2008, 10:29 AM	#8
KathyinCali Love My Li'l Lucy Donating Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Southern California Posts: 6,695	Sending prayers and warm wishes... __________________ Kathy and Lil' Lucy Buster and Jammies Member of the Spoiled Rotten Club

08-19-2008, 10:58 AM	#9
Jeri Cunningham Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Hercules,CA Posts: 1,817 Blog Entries: 1	Oh poor baby let us know as soon as you find out. I sure hope it is not something serious. __________________ Mandy & Krissy & Teddy & Chelsey & Kayla Non-Yorkies: Rusty & Spicy & Biewers: Darla & Spanky The Little Rascals

08-19-2008, 12:21 PM	#10
JRo Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Massachusetts Posts: 617	Poor Brownee! I hope they find what's wrong soon and that he makes a speedy recovery! __________________ ~ Tucker's Mommy ~ Proud Member of The Little Gentlemens Club Tucker loves Holly

08-19-2008, 12:57 PM	#11
Yorkiedaze My hairy-legged girls Donating Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: lompoc, ca. Posts: 7,118	I am so sorry this is happening. Yes, it really does sound like a neurological problem and hopefully can be corrected. Hugs and prayers coming your way. __________________ Trust no man in who's eye you do not see yourself reflected as an equal! Delsi, Zada Azrael Razael

08-20-2008, 04:46 PM	#12
ashmack Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Draper, UT, USA Posts: 32	Update: Hydrocephalus So my baby has been diagnosed with Hydrocephalus. He had a CT scan today and there is fluid on the left side of his brain. It breaks my heart to see him like this. I should find out what can me done by tomorrow after the radiologist looks at the ct scan. The neurologist I went to today said he doesn't think it is enough to justify surgery and we will most likely have to try a steroid medication. But, he doesn't know if his symptoms will clear up. His left side of the body is effected, his legs and eye, which cause him to walk in circles and stumble. I am a mess, I've been crying all day. I don't care about the money I just want my baby to be better. The worst part about it all is when people are so insensitive about it. It's just a dog... no actually it's not just a dog. Ugh! The vet also said that this is a congenital disease. Which means that other dogs from this breeder are going to have the same problem. It makes me so upset that some breeders are that selfish and/or ignorant. Sorry to vent... I'll keep you guys updated.

08-20-2008, 04:58 PM	#13
JRo Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Massachusetts Posts: 617	Aww, I'm so sorry to hear this! I really hope the meds help. I will keep you and Brownee in my thoughts! __________________ ~ Tucker's Mommy ~ Proud Member of The Little Gentlemens Club Tucker loves Holly

08-22-2008, 07:16 AM	#15
jp4m2 Love my Boys Donating Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Ohio Posts: 3,328	I'm so sorry your precious Brownee is so ill......I hope the medication works for Brownee's sake.....you could also try a homeopathy vet to see if there are other options, I hope things improve for Brownee, I will be wishing you the best...... __________________ B.J.mom to : Jack Jake J.J. ..R.I.P Joey, momma misses you!..... When life pushes you....push back ... If you don't have anything nice to say...come sit by me...