Mari has a step in harness. She hasn't had it on for nearly 6 mos.
I understand about the thunderstorms, Mari is scared to death of them too. We have recently had some and I know that is part of her problem. Seems like I just get her a little controlled then she gets excited about something and there we go again.
This episode has been since Friday. It is going on way too long. I am glad that the 'bronchodilator was brought up by Patti. I was reading, and that was brought up several times on sites and I was thinking of telling the vet I wanted to try it. Mari doesn't need to get more wound up. Maybe just using what I am is best.
I know that it's really stressing the heart so I know she will probably get a heart problem within too long.
This is so sad and hard to deal with when I just feel helpless. It is also very anoying... the constant gasping and coughing. I feel bad for saying that but it is true. Then I feel guilty for feeling that!! Of course I don't let it show, but hey, we haven't had a good nights sleep for nearly a week!!
I have been giving her the tourbolegic every 3 hours. It's the only thing that calms her somewhat but her breathing is still VERY labored.
They say this is inherited. It makes me a little angry. I paid $2500. for her!!!
