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Old 01-19-2011, 07:41 PM   #6
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Originally Posted by elle57 View Post
no , he never had this done

Bladder stones can be a symptom of a liver shunt. Since Yorkies are 36 times more likely to be born with a liver shunt than all other breeds combined, all Yorkies should routinely have a bile acids test by the time they are six months old. It is especially important to have one done if your Yorkie has any symptoms of a shunt.

Portosystemic Shunts FAQ
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