 Need advcie asap!
Hey guys,
I have an 11 yr old male yorkie Hugo, who was diagnosed with CHF about 2 1/2 years ago. He has been doing so great since then with his medications and keeping calm. He would start coughing if he got excited or overexerted. Well over the past couple of weeks things have gotten progressively worse. Last night he had the worst episode ever. He coughed and had labored breathing for about 2 hours. He would hold his head up trying to breath. I know that he probably has alot of fluid onhis lungs. We give him lasics for this. His heart was beating so fast. His tongue and gums did not turn blue from lack of oxygen, thank goodness. He had another episode this morning when we got up because he was excited to see me. I am afraid that my love for this dog is clouding my judgment and I dont know if I should take him to the vet to have him put down if this continues. It is very hard to watch. He has been drinking water, but he did not eat at all this morning and he has always been a hungry boy. He seems to be resting and calm at this moment. Unfortunately, if I had to take him to the vet this weekend, I would have to take him to the emergency vet because mine do not take call on the weekends. These people do not know my dog. I guess I just need some suggestions..... I just love him soooo much, but I am afraid that this may be the end of his life. Thank you! |