I cut back on his pred to 1/2 pill per day. As soon as I give it to him within an hour or so he can move around a bit. He even wanted to play a bit yesterday suddenly loosing his balance and realizing he couldn't. By about 5pm he started stumbling and as the night progressed not walking much at all. So it seems that the medication helps but if I give him 1/2 two times a day he pants and loses his water. I feel that I should go back to the two halves twice a day possibly 10 hrs apart.
This morning he is lifeless. He managed to empty his bladder only to fall into the puddle. I know he needs to move his bowels but can't manage to hold himself up and won't do it with my help. I made him his egg with cheese this morning and he doesn't want to eat it. I am sure once the medication kicks in he will want to eat. I may have to call the vet again today to see if there is another medication we can give him without all the side effects. It is clear that he needs more dosage to help him.
I am not sure if I am doing the right thing keeping him hanging on like this. It is tearing me up inside.
I appreciate your thoughts and comments. I wished I was able to get him to a specialist but not sure if I want to put him through all of that too.
I did not get my pets all from the same breeder. Both my first and tea cup came from reputable breeders. Dakota was a pet store dog but he stole my heart as after I lost my first male in a snap I did not think I could love another. I saw him and he reminded me so much of my Corkie that I melted and had to have him. All of my Yorkies have been great dogs. Funny each one teaching the new puppy the ropes! I guess like having many children. Each one helps to teach the other. |