I understand that generally speaking Dr. Center says puppies should be tested at 20 weeks, but when symptoms are this extreme they need to be able to try to rule out liver problems.
A dog exhibiting symptoms that are so consistent with liver shunt should be tested in my opinion...The quicker this dog can get help, the more likely he is to get better and actually live...
Without the results from the bloodwork, vets are not likely to recommend the proper protocol that a symptomatic liver compromised dog needs.
Many, many puppies with liver shunts have been tested before the age of 20 weeks and they have been able to receive the proper care that they need before the liver shunt causes more damage.
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