[Mikey T]

Hi mly,

I'm new to the forum and haven't read all of the posts on Bella. I do hope she will be fine soon.

From what I read from your posts, it seems your regular vet is not really open to other possible diagnosis. And you mentioned that you hope the vet would give you the referral to neurologist when the vet suspected liver shunt. If you have any doubt as to what the vet would do (which should be whatever is best for Bella), I think it's time for a new vet.

I also have issues with the neurologist place that would not give you appointment until receipt of referral from your vet. That was outrageous. With you describing Bella's conditions and that she was progressing to having difficulty walking, it was possible that she could have intervertebral disc disease resulting in pinched spinal cord possibly causing paralysis if not treated in a timely manner. The neurologist office should know that in such cases, time is of the essence and should have given you appointment asap.

I do hope that you give up updates on Bella's condition soon and waiting anxiously for good news that the meds improved her condition. Thoughts and prayers with you and Bella.

Mia