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Originally Posted by MauiGirl  When I first mentioned Protein C to the vet, she seem not to know a lot about it, so I took her printed material (from LadyMom on p. 1 of this thread), including how careful to be with test, and how to send to Cornell. Vet still pushed for ultrasound, and said IF LS is found, then we wouldn't have to go further. She seemed to indicate that Protein C wouldn't detect LS, unless I am confused.
I'll feel much better when the more experienced vet/surgeon is back in their office next week and can talk to me.
Stressful and frustrating.... YES. But, just for today I'll do what I can and get supplements, and work on her diet, and mostly just hug her to pieces. She is such a sweet angel, and senses my concern, she acts like she wants to comfort me. |
Actually, a Protein C test will tell you whether you are dealing with a shunt or MVD. It really is the next step, not an ultrasound. Even if you get an ultrasound done, you may still not know what you are dealing with since they can be as low as 60% reliable in diagnosing shunts.
Why don't you ask your vet to consult Dr. Center? Her email address is underneath her picture.
Faculty of the College of Veterinary Medicine - Sharon A. Center
Here are a couple of good links to diets for liver compromised dogs. The second lnk you have to scroll down to the bottom and look in what almost looks like the footnotes:
Liver | B-Naturals.Com Newsletter Nutritional Support for Dogs and Cats with Hepatobiliary Disease -- Center 128 (12): 2733S -- Journal of Nutrition
Marin is great. You don't need a prescription, though. I get it here:
Marin for Small to Medium Dogs (30 Tablets)