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kara · 02-09-2006, 06:11 AM

I am hoping the best for you and your little one. I have recently been through the liver shunt ordeal. My little Matise is 3 1/2 months post op from the Ameroid Constrictor surgery for his extrahepatic(outside the liver) shunt. If you have any questions at all, any at all don't hesitate to pm me and I will be happy to help you or talk with you to help anyway I can. My thoughts are with you and your little one and I am hoping the best for you both.

JCarlson2004 · 02-09-2006, 06:13 AM

Oh Judy, I'm just devestated after reading this.

Please know that your precious Cricket is in my prayers. I'm sending lots of love and well wishes her way. Good luck and please keep us updated on her progress.

Codie and Tia send Cricket kisses. Get well soon little princess.

Jaspermom · 02-09-2006, 06:14 AM

And puppy kisses from Dreama and Wosie for your little Cricket! I am sending powerful healing energy her way today.

Let us know what you find out today. We are all thinking about you.

Yorkieluv · 02-09-2006, 06:39 AM

I am so sorry to hear about your little Cricket. We also have just been through the whole liver shunt thing with Miko...Unlike Kara's Matise, Miko's liver shunt is more than likely intrahepatic(inside the liver), and he is on medications and a special diet in order to keep him healthy. They did go in for surgery, but unfortunately, they couldn't find it...The dr. didn't want to put him through anymore tests such as a liver biopsy because Miko had been through so much already, so they put him on medications and special food. Our vet said that with this, Miko should live a normal life!! And it's true...It's been Almost a yr since his surgery, and he's as healthy and energetic as can be! You would never know he even has a liver shunt! Just wanted to let you know that even if it's an intrahepatic shunt, there is still a possibility for Cricket to live a normal life with special food and medications.

JWebb · 02-09-2006, 11:12 AM

Just a quick update on Cricket. It's not liver shunt. The acid bile test was well within the normal range. It's within her brain and nervous system. I can't remember the medical term because I am so upset. I ask if there was anything that we could do or if he felt euthanisa was the only option and he said no. That there is a medication that he wants to try first to see if she can be medically treated for first. He also said we could go to another hospital and see a neurologist for a MRI but he suggested we try this medication first. At this point she isn't having seizures or hasn't lost her eyesight and he feels this option is worth a try. She is not in any pain and isn't suffering at this point so I am on my way to pick her up. I promise you that I will not let her suffer and will do whatever I can to get her over this. Pray really hard that this medication works. I will keep in touch on her progress.

I owned a yorkie about 5 years ago and he died of old age. It has taken me this long to get another one and this heartbreak is just killing me once again. I have too much love to give not to be able to give my all to Cricket.

Judy

carolina yorkie · 02-09-2006, 11:17 AM

Cricket is so lucky to have such a special mom as you. I know this is trying for you now, but I pray that the medication will help her. Yorkie hugs and kisses to her from Jolene. I will keep you both in my prayers.

JCarlson2004 · 02-09-2006, 11:21 AM

Thanks for the update on sweet little Cricket. Sending more prayers and positive thoughts your way.

Lexi Rae · 02-09-2006, 11:24 AM

sending prayers right now , hope everything turns out ok... hugs and kisses from me and lexi.

Yorkieluv · 02-09-2006, 11:26 AM

We'll be praying for Cricket and you!!! I hope the medication works and that she is able to live a happy, healthy life

Please keep us updated...

LuvMyYorkies · 02-09-2006, 11:32 AM

Please know that you and Cricket are in my thoughts and prayers. I have had experience with one of my Yorkies who had a neurological problem. Here in the DC area we have an outstanding emergency hospital, "South Paws." I took Button over to South Paws to see a neurologist. She ran all kinds of tests and put Button on a steroid. We never did find out what the problem was, but Button is doing just great. Her symptoms were similar to Crickets, only she had no strength in her back legs and could not stand. Whatever the problem was, the medication worked. These little furbabies are fighters, and we all pray that Cricket will soon be her old self.

Helen, Biscuit, Sissy, Bella and Kylie

Patti · 02-09-2006, 11:36 AM

I am praying for Cricket and you. Medicine can do a lot for these babies now a days.

Princessyorkies · 02-09-2006, 11:42 AM

Cricket is so lucky to have a mommy that cares so much for her. I will keep praying for her and I sure hope that this medicine works and that she will be fine.....Lots of prayers are going your way.
Keep us posted on her progress.

cindy0721 · 02-09-2006, 11:42 AM

Aww little cricket, we hope you get better.... I am so sorry this is happening to you. Ipray this passes really soon! God Bless..

LaviniaHyacynth · 02-09-2006, 11:49 AM

You have my prayers that Cricket will get well soon. She is lucky to have you in her life.

Jenn218 · 02-09-2006, 01:29 PM

Soooo very sorry to hear about Cricket! You are in our thoughts and prayers. Please keep us all posted!

Mojo sends hugs and kisses!

02-09-2006, 06:11 AM	#16
kara YT Addict Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Miramar, FL(Origianally a Southern Indiana Girl!) Posts: 302	Thinking good thoughts. I am hoping the best for you and your little one. I have recently been through the liver shunt ordeal. My little Matise is 3 1/2 months post op from the Ameroid Constrictor surgery for his extrahepatic(outside the liver) shunt. If you have any questions at all, any at all don't hesitate to pm me and I will be happy to help you or talk with you to help anyway I can. My thoughts are with you and your little one and I am hoping the best for you both. __________________ Kara & Matise Let's be pup pals! Click here to educate yourself on Liver Shunts.

02-09-2006, 06:13 AM	#17
JCarlson2004 Mommy To 3 Poochies Donating Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: New York Posts: 8,189	Oh Judy, I'm just devestated after reading this. Please know that your precious Cricket is in my prayers. I'm sending lots of love and well wishes her way. Good luck and please keep us updated on her progress. Codie and Tia send Cricket kisses. Get well soon little princess. __________________ Mommy Loves Codie, Tia & Baby Cali RIP My Precious Katie - I Love You

02-09-2006, 06:14 AM	#18
Jaspermom Yorkies Rock My World! Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: North Carolina Posts: 4,719	HUGS to you, Judy And puppy kisses from Dreama and Wosie for your little Cricket! I am sending powerful healing energy her way today. Let us know what you find out today. We are all thinking about you. __________________ Glad SSLS Ladybugs RULE! Love my girlies! Wosie Dreama

02-09-2006, 06:39 AM	#19
Yorkieluv Donating YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Posts: 6,827	I am so sorry to hear about your little Cricket. We also have just been through the whole liver shunt thing with Miko...Unlike Kara's Matise, Miko's liver shunt is more than likely intrahepatic(inside the liver), and he is on medications and a special diet in order to keep him healthy. They did go in for surgery, but unfortunately, they couldn't find it...The dr. didn't want to put him through anymore tests such as a liver biopsy because Miko had been through so much already, so they put him on medications and special food. Our vet said that with this, Miko should live a normal life!! And it's true...It's been Almost a yr since his surgery, and he's as healthy and energetic as can be! You would never know he even has a liver shunt! Just wanted to let you know that even if it's an intrahepatic shunt, there is still a possibility for Cricket to live a normal life with special food and medications. __________________ Miko 's his Mommy

02-09-2006, 11:17 AM	#21
carolina yorkie YT Addict Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Greenville, NC Posts: 445	Cricket is so lucky to have such a special mom as you. I know this is trying for you now, but I pray that the medication will help her. Yorkie hugs and kisses to her from Jolene. I will keep you both in my prayers. __________________ Say no to puppymills!

02-09-2006, 11:12 AM	#20
JWebb Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Texas Posts: 33	Just a quick update on Cricket. It's not liver shunt. The acid bile test was well within the normal range. It's within her brain and nervous system. I can't remember the medical term because I am so upset. I ask if there was anything that we could do or if he felt euthanisa was the only option and he said no. That there is a medication that he wants to try first to see if she can be medically treated for first. He also said we could go to another hospital and see a neurologist for a MRI but he suggested we try this medication first. At this point she isn't having seizures or hasn't lost her eyesight and he feels this option is worth a try. She is not in any pain and isn't suffering at this point so I am on my way to pick her up. I promise you that I will not let her suffer and will do whatever I can to get her over this. Pray really hard that this medication works. I will keep in touch on her progress. I owned a yorkie about 5 years ago and he died of old age. It has taken me this long to get another one and this heartbreak is just killing me once again. I have too much love to give not to be able to give my all to Cricket. Judy

02-09-2006, 11:21 AM	#22
JCarlson2004 Mommy To 3 Poochies Donating Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: New York Posts: 8,189	Thanks for the update on sweet little Cricket. Sending more prayers and positive thoughts your way. __________________ Mommy Loves Codie, Tia & Baby Cali RIP My Precious Katie - I Love You

02-09-2006, 11:24 AM	#23
Lexi Rae Gina, (Lexi's Mommy) Donating Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: LONG ISLAND,NY Posts: 9,499	sending prayers right now , hope everything turns out ok... hugs and kisses from me and lexi. __________________ Gina & Lexi CLICK HERE for our Photo Album ...

02-09-2006, 11:26 AM	#24
Yorkieluv Donating YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Posts: 6,827	We'll be praying for Cricket and you!!! I hope the medication works and that she is able to live a happy, healthy life Please keep us updated... __________________ Miko 's his Mommy

02-09-2006, 11:32 AM	#25
LuvMyYorkies Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Maryland Posts: 63	Please know that you and Cricket are in my thoughts and prayers. I have had experience with one of my Yorkies who had a neurological problem. Here in the DC area we have an outstanding emergency hospital, "South Paws." I took Button over to South Paws to see a neurologist. She ran all kinds of tests and put Button on a steroid. We never did find out what the problem was, but Button is doing just great. Her symptoms were similar to Crickets, only she had no strength in her back legs and could not stand. Whatever the problem was, the medication worked. These little furbabies are fighters, and we all pray that Cricket will soon be her old self. Helen, Biscuit, Sissy, Bella and Kylie __________________ Helen and her Yorkies

02-09-2006, 11:36 AM	#26
Patti Donating YT 10000 Club Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Illinois Posts: 18,352	I am praying for Cricket and you. Medicine can do a lot for these babies now a days. __________________ Cali Pixie Roxie : Maya's Mom RIP my sweet Dixie girl 1/17/08 http://callipuppyscastle.bravehost.com/index.html

02-09-2006, 11:42 AM	#27
Princessyorkies Owned by my Furbabies Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Ohio Posts: 1,481	Cricket is so lucky to have a mommy that cares so much for her. I will keep praying for her and I sure hope that this medicine works and that she will be fine.....Lots of prayers are going your way. Keep us posted on her progress.

02-09-2006, 11:42 AM	#28
cindy0721 Always In My Heart Donating Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: The Lone Star State Posts: 3,392	Aww little cricket, we hope you get better.... I am so sorry this is happening to you. Ipray this passes really soon! God Bless.. __________________ Cindy & Gizmo Gizmo on Dogster *Rest in peace My Madda* *very much*

02-09-2006, 11:49 AM	#29
LaviniaHyacynth Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: montclair,nj Posts: 797	You have my prayers that Cricket will get well soon. She is lucky to have you in her life. __________________ Dog Paintings http://www.dogsonthewall.com http://www.kkeart.com

02-09-2006, 01:29 PM	#30
Jenn218 Mojo, LilyGrace & Me Donating Member Moderator Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: OZ Posts: 16,596	Soooo very sorry to hear about Cricket! You are in our thoughts and prayers. Please keep us all posted! Mojo sends hugs and kisses! __________________ JennMom to Katelyn Mojo LilyGrace Sophie LukeRusty Mojo's Pia