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05-31-2012, 06:57 PM | #1 |
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| 4 wks old--equilibrium problem!! INSIGHT? Hi, it's been a while since i stopped in. Ive been SUPER busy with work and the four puppies. I noticed one of the males ( the largest one) Is having a really big problem. I just noticed it on my lunch break today when i came home to check on them. He is having trouble keeping his head balanced and its always tilting to the side. On top of that, he keeps going in circles and just overall seems really uncomfortable. He is still very active and plays with the littermates and still eats, but there is DEFINITELY a problem. I did all the research i could on the internet and so far, after everything ive read, it points to an ear infection. But i just dont know.. I am calling the vet tomorrow and am going to try to get him in. Im just really worried and was wondering if anyone has ever had a problem like this. It;s got me in such a fret!! Any insight??
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05-31-2012, 08:26 PM | #2 |
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| Four things come to my mind with these symptoms LS, Chiari, Hypoglycemia & Hydrocephalus. I will be praying for this baby. Please keep us posted. With the head tilt I would lean towards Chiari but possibly AAI or simply a disc out in the neck. Last edited by lillymae; 05-31-2012 at 08:28 PM. |
05-31-2012, 08:31 PM | #3 |
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| I would call the vet and tell them I am on my way in with a 4 week old baby that is having possible neurological issues..... |
06-01-2012, 06:08 AM | #4 |
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| Head tilt and Circling I have a five year old who had the same symptoms at the same age but she couldnt not stand. We really had to work with her to get her on her feet and standing on her own. Her head would fall from one side to the other and once she was walking, she also circled. Hydrocephalus affects them this way. I know there are also other things that cause the head tilt but the circling is a good indicator.
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06-01-2012, 07:41 AM | #5 |
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| Aw...poor baby. Sending many prayers for this tiny baby.
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06-02-2012, 07:54 AM | #6 |
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| UPDATE!!! I took him to the vet Friday. I was not messing around, told them i HAD to get in. Im surprised they didnt charge me for emergency visit. I just told them i would be there on my lunch from work. The vet hadnt seen it much in such a young pup. The pup had full strength, and was still eating. I am so protective of these pups. i make sure i see mamma feeding them and even check her milk production in each nipple. With four pups Im very cautious, because i dont want them to be eating..but not enough. I was never worried about hypoglycemia. He was still just as playful and had full strength in his legs. The vet checked his eyes, nothing wrong, still had good responses and full vision. His conclusion came to inner ear infection, somehow. or trauma causing brain swelling. Ill admit, i was in tears when he explained the unfortunate circumstances of brain swelling in such a young puppy. they gave him a shot of steroids, which brought more tears at his yelping. I was such a wreck. They also prescribed small doses of antibiotic. So, they were covering both possibilities. I was told that by the time i got home from work he should show slight improvement and definite progression through the weekend. If it were to be a successful treatment, he should be completely better by end of the weekend. Well, by last night, he WAS showing improvement. I gave him his second dose of antibiotic and this morning.. HES IMPROVED so much! only a slight head tilt, but not even all the time, and no more spinning. When i woke up i was so surprised to see him awake, sitting up, head straight and just adorable as ever. I cant even express my emotions at that point. Im so relieved!! I have to call the vet on monday with an update and he wants to see him early next week just for a good once over that he is, in fact , in good health. I am praying that after all this is done, he has no permanent damage. I just love him to death. poor little stinker.
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06-02-2012, 08:06 AM | #7 | |
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06-02-2012, 09:28 AM | #8 |
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| Excellent! I know you are relieved! Watch the baby closely AFTER the antibiotics and the steroid wears off to be sure these symptoms do not return. |
06-03-2012, 06:47 PM | #9 |
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| That is great to hear! Glad that he is making improvements and hopefully back to 100%. Very scary for sure.
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06-04-2012, 03:28 PM | #10 |
Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Wisconsin
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| Thanks guys, he's still doing great. I AM relived that he could be helped. Thank goodness. It would have tore me apart to see him defected for life, or worse. I've been so busy.. but im going to do a photo thread soon! these lil guys are growing like weeds!
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06-04-2012, 05:12 PM | #11 |
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| I'm so glad to hear the little guy is responding to treatment and is doing well.
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