Hello everyone,
I havent been here in ages, but am in need of some help. My sweet little yorkie/chi mix, Pixel, is now 7 and Iam extremely concerned about him. For a few weeks he has not been himself (lip smacking, vomited a couple of times, weak, acting like something is in his throat, found a small lump to the left on his neck, threw up a hair ball, off and on lethargy, staying in his own bed at night, when he would normally be on the couch with me, appetite is up and down, and I think that's everything). Poop/pee seem normal. I have taken him to his regular vet (2 weeks ago) and to an emergency vet on Thursday. A total of $700 later and Iam still very concerned with no peace of mind. He had blood tests (CBC/Chem 17/electrolytes) and an xray. The regular vet said gastritis and gave him Cerenia and then 2 weeks later, the emergency vet said it was a gum infection and gave him Cerenia, pain meds, and an antibiotic. All blood test levels were in normal range, so Ifelt better it was just his gums and planned on a teeth cleaning asap. However, I am worrying again, because Iam just not convinced that is what's wrong and the emergency vet did say his liver looked a little small, but did not do a Bile Acide Test, since all blood test levels were in normal range. I'm now concerned of a possible shunt, since he is part Yorkie. Could that be possible, even with clear blood tests?? All of thw signs above are sporadic, but I am so worried about my best friend. I am headed to the pet store to see if switching his food helps anything (hes always eaten solid gold wee bit). I need advice on what kind to help his liver, if that is anbissue. Also going to get milk thistle. Please forgive typis, on cell phone. THANKS FOR ANY HELP! I AM A WORRIED SICK MAMA RIGHT NOW
