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Originally Posted by FionaMom  As someone pointed out to me, in my original thread it sounded like I was complaining about Fiona. That's not the case at all. I was just trying to describe what she's going through. I'm back again to say that our vet has suggested we try Neutricks. You don't need a prescription for it. It's supposed to help with doggie dementia.
We are also trying a med that is used for seizures sometimes and for pain. It's called Gabapentin. I'm not so sure about using this med because I guess if you take them off the med quickly it might cause withdrawal symptoms... but if it makes her more comfortable, we decided it was worth a try. I don't want her to be scared or in pain. I'll come back when I have a better sense of how these are working for her. I should also point out that she is not comfortable raising her head and she has a bowed back like a little old lady. She has arthritis so a pain med might really help. She still does enjoy her food but she is in her own little world (doesn't get excited when we're driving to the beach and things like that like she used to) and I sometimes worry that her quality of life is not good.
Along with everything that we're going through with our Yorkie Fiona we have a very sweet 12-year-old miniature schnauzer who was just diagnosed with cancer. It's going to be a tough year but we're just taking each day at a time with lots of love, attention, walks, and everything that dogs love. |
Awh you do have a lot on your plate right now! We are here to help, to hear, if you wish to share.
I am so happy you are exploring/trying some options for your gal Fiona. Many of us here as you know have lost a beloved one, and have had to make the decisions you are making.
She sounds like such a trooper, what wonderful grand memories you have built up together.
You sound like such a grand and devoted Mom to your dogs. Just remember you have and continue to provide a great life for your two!
((((Hugs))))