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Originally Posted by Ladymom  I agree. She needs a bile acid test. Did you know that Yorkies are 36 times more likely to have a liver shunt than all other breeds combined? If she didn't come from a reputable breeder who screens for liver disease, there is a good chance that this is what your puppy has. Portosystemic Shunts FAQ
How old is she? Bile acids tests can't be done until she is 20 weeks old.
I pray you got a health guarantee with this puppy. |
This I don't really understand.
I understand why they shouldn't be done before 20 weeks but what about a pup with extreme symptoms? There are times when it looks exactly like a shunt but is something else and low protein isn't good for healthy pups, so it kind of puts owners in a spot.
Then the pup is being diagnosed with no testing...