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09-30-2008, 09:12 PM | #1 |
Yorkie Talker Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Spring, Tx, USA
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| kidney stones My 4 year old male yorkie was diagnosed with multiple kidney stones yesterday. He had surgery this afternoon to remove them. Unfortunately, the doctor said he had to cut into the bottom of his penis to retrieve a stone that was lodged in his urethra. I visited "Diego" this evening to get a "visual" of how he was really doing and I was pleased to see him as his usual hyper self! I am wondering if anyone has experienced this same diagnosis. I'm curious to know the outcomes, whether I need to expect more health issues. He was also diagnosed in March with epilepsy and placed on phenobarbitrol. I'm happy to say that he has NOT suffered any seizures since! Please, I welcome ANY and ALL advice regarding both issues. |
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10-01-2008, 10:54 AM | #2 |
And Rylee Finnegan Donating Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Metro Detroit, MI
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| Welcome to YorkieTalk but I'm sorry it is under these circumstances. I have never had to deal with kidney stones. Has your pup been bile acid tested?
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10-01-2008, 06:47 PM | #3 |
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10-01-2008, 06:51 PM | #4 |
Yorkie Talker Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Spring, Tx, USA
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| No, I've never heard of such a test. What does it reveal? I'm planning on switching from his current doctor to a private doctor. I feel that with his "conditions", Diego needs a closer relationship with his doctor. Thank you. I appreciate you reply! |
10-02-2008, 05:06 AM | #5 |
And Rylee Finnegan Donating Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Metro Detroit, MI
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| Yorkies are very prone it liver shunts and microvascular dysplasia (small shunting throughout the liver). The bile acid test (two blood draws) shows liver function. Dogs with either of those two things can easily get bladder stones (not sure about kidney stones) and seizures. Since this started later in life though, it may not be related at all. Since all Yorkies really should have a bile acid test anyway, it might be worth it for Diego.
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10-02-2008, 05:45 AM | #6 |
Yorkie Talker Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Spring, Tx, USA
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| Yes, with the phenobarb, I 'm aware that Diego increases his chances for liver disease. He has to have his blood drawn yearly, anyway to check the levels of his phenobarb. He did that in March (I sure wish I would've known about this test then!). His food was switched to Science Diet's Lamb and Rice because of the low protein content. Now he will be switching AGAIN, to Science Diet's ID (?) for kidney/bladder function. If you have ANY suggestions on food, please tell me! I keep saying "kidney" stones but they are bladder stones. He's supposed to come home today (I pray). Again, I appreciate your advice! |
10-02-2008, 05:57 AM | #7 |
And Rylee Finnegan Donating Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Metro Detroit, MI
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| What kind of stones are they (ammonium urate, calcium oxalate, struvite)? The vet should've sent them for analysis. I just wonder if a liver problem is causing the seizures to begin with. I'd do a bile acid test just to check on things but the meds are probably going to skew the results anyway. Does he ever get shaky, walk in circles for no reason, press his head against solid objects, have loss of appetite, get depressed or have vomiting/diarrhea issues? There are supplements that he can go on to help repair the liver and prevent further damage, especially while taking the meds he is on. Is he on any supplements?
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10-02-2008, 06:27 AM | #8 |
Yorkie Talker Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Spring, Tx, USA
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| The stones are calcium stones. He is a rather hyper baby, especially when other people are around. He's always been that way! I did ask the doc about his liver function during his blood test and he said "everything looked good". He gets anxious when you don't allow him to do something like, get in the bed with you or sit in your lap. I attribute that to being spoiled and wanting his way! However, I could very well be wrong! He's only had 3 seizures, and has never lost control of his bodily functions during any of them. I've witnessed them all. He just seems to "phase out" and get this look like he doesn't recognize you. During the last attack, he cried which made me bawl! I was home alone with my 3 month old! I just grabbed them both and raced to the hospital. It was very scary for me. The doc suspects they were very mild attacks. He's never pressed his head, lost his appetite, or had issues with vomiting or diarrhea. I do want to begin him on milk thistle. I've been researching this herb and it seems to work very well in helping with the seizures, liver, and urinary function. |
10-03-2008, 11:17 AM | #9 | |
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Seizures and urinary/bladder/stone issues can be symptoms of liver problems. As Ellie May mentioned, a bile acid test (b/w $45-$100 depending on your area) could help rule that out. It's much more sensitive to liver function than a regular blood panel which may not show any problems until the liver is quite damaged. It's important to find out the cause of the seizures (if there is one) and stones so that you can prevent them from happening again. Were they calcium oxalate stones? If so, then it's important to make sure that the ingredients of whatever food you are feeding are low oxalate. Also, since your dog is prone to bladder stones, it's important to add equal parts water to each meal to help get more moisture in him. If you feed 1/4 cup at each meal, add at least 1/4 cup of water to the food. Just drinking water on the side is not enough, not even if it seems like your baby drinks a lot. Adding water to the food should help, BUT it would be better if you could feed a canned food since it's much higher in moisture than dry food. Making sure that your baby is taking in a lot of moisture is important because it will help dilute the urine and prevent stone formation. Watermelon (no seeds, of course) is high in moisture and low in oxalate so it's a good treat to give.
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10-03-2008, 04:46 PM | #10 |
Yorkie Talker Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Spring, Tx, USA
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| They performed a liver screening when he was diagnosed with epilepsy and said his liver was healthy. Then, I didn't know the exact term for the screening, but it was done. The doctor suspects that the stones were a cause of his food. He was changed from Pedigree small bites to Science Diet Lamb and Rice. They also suspect that the water may be a cause for concern. My mom also suggested that I put Diego on a canned food diet (and she knows lilttle about dogs)! I do know his food will be changed again when the report from his stones comes back. His culture screening came back negative from bacteria (yea for that)! Ya'll don't know how much your suggestions mean to me! I REALLY, REALLY appreciate ya'lls advice. I will keep you updated on his prognosis. Thank you, ladies! |
10-09-2008, 06:35 PM | #11 |
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| Kidney Stones My 10 year old female yorkie, Rocky, was just diagnosed today with two large kidney (not bladder) stones after an xray. She has had multiple urinary tract infections and a lot of urinating in the house so the vet finally decided to perform xrays today. He said that stones in the Kidney are inoperable but they are operable f they were in the bladder. He has put her on a heavy duty dosage of antibiotics and performed a kidney function blood test...which I will get the results tomorrow. He says if her kidney functions are down, we start a special diet. Does anyone know of any other treatments available? I am confused because after surfing the net, it appears that there is a surgery for kidney stones...is this true? do I need to be looking for a specialist? I am so worried and upset by all of this. I appreciate any advice you can give. |
10-10-2008, 08:08 AM | #12 |
Yorkie Talker Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Spring, Tx, USA
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| My boy had bladder stones so I'm not sure about kidney stones. I went online and did a little reading myself. I went to petcare.com and found this for you. I hope this helps some! I understand how you feel. I was a nervous wreck when my boy was diagnosed and hospitalized. Treatment Depending on the patient, recommended treatment options may vary. Inactive nephroliths may only require periodic monitoring. If the stones are an incidental finding or the pet is not having severe clinical signs, medical and/or dietary dissolution may be attempted. It is important for both you and your veterinarian to monitor your pet very closely during this period, as it is possible that not all stones can or will dissolve. If the patient is in kidney failure or is having severe clinical signs associated with the presence of the stones, their removal, either surgical or by lithotripsy, would be recommended. Antibiotic therapy is indicated in those patients with concurrent urinary tract infections. Fluid therapy is indicated in those patients who are dehydrated, have severe infections, or have concurrent kidney failure. Home Care If your pet is on a stone dissolving diet, complete compliance is necessary. NO snacks or other diets are permitted, as these may negate the beneficial effects of the special diet. Administer all medication and return for follow-up as directed by your veterinarian. If your pet is being treated for nephrolithiasis and suddenly seems ill, contact your veterinarian at once." |
07-31-2010, 08:31 PM | #13 |
YorkieTalk Newbie! Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Lower Coverdale NB Canada
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| So how is how is he how. Has he had any reoccurance? How long was the recoup? |
12-26-2015, 08:26 PM | #14 |
Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Kansas City, KS USA
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| Buying 2yr old recovering from Kidney Stone Surgery Hi! I met a darling Yorkie today & the people selling her. She had kidney stone surgery a week ago. Her scar seems long but healed. She had 2 puppies 5 mos ago & spends alot of time in a kennel. That will change when I get her, as will a healthy preventative diet, etc. I wondered thio, she was still on pain pills when we met her today, surgery was over a week ago. She didn't fuss when held BUT do you think the pain meds made her a mellow quite sweet dog? I hope her great personality remans after meds gone & we buy her next week? What do you think? I am a first time owner & want to give her the healthiest life ever. Any other comments to prevent these stones from ever occurring are grately appreciated. I was suprised she was still on pain pills! Thank you for any advice you can provide :-) |
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