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WalnutHill · 03-14-2010, 09:18 AM

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Originally Posted by YorkieKisses4u

I am glad your baby is doing well!

I went and got another opinion on my little girl today. The vet said she sees no reason to put her on medication yet. She did some tests on her and watched her for a while. Her motor skills are excellent for a dog with her condition. It's amazing to see what these little ones will pull through

It is amazing, isn't it?

We are gearing up for our big trip Monday morning. There were a few hiccups on my end this time (our only "good car" is needed to take my sister to the airport - she is visiting from Phoenix), but I rented a car, so we are good to go!

Here is a pic I took yesterday of Rose, who is actually looking better every day! I am excited by very nervous to go to the neurological specialist at the University.

WalnutHill · 03-15-2010, 03:18 PM

Well, it is not good news.

At first the neurologist was cautiously optimistic, though he did note some neurological deficiencies, but after the ultrasound, the news is worse than I could have imagined.

Her brain never formed fully to begin with. She does have hydrocephalus, but that is because she only has 10 % of her brain tissue - 90% of the interior of her skull is fluid.

There is no treatment, there are no options. She will only degenerate. I am more than crushed. We are taking a little time, but have to say our final good byes to Rose.

Mardelin · 03-15-2010, 03:23 PM

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Originally Posted by WalnutHill

Well, it is not good news.

At first the neurologist was cautiously optimistic, though he did note some neurological deficiencies, but after the ultrasound, the news is worse than I could have imagined.

Her brain never formed fully to begin with. She does have hydrocephalus, but that is because she only has 10 % of her brain tissue - 90% of the interior of her skull is fluid.

There is no treatment, there are no options. She will only degenerate. I am more than crushed. We are taking a little time, but have to say our final good byes to Rose.

I know you had high hopes and I'm sitting here with tears welling up.

topknot · 03-15-2010, 03:28 PM

Ohhh.. I am so sorry. It must be so hard. It was so good of you to take her to a Specialist! Regular vets just do not know everything and there comes a time when a specialist is needed. And I use to work as a vet tech. I know. It is just impossible for a regular vet to know all about all things. Each one has special things they are interest in, but when you need the best - a specialist is needed. My prayers go out to you.

Leesha · 03-15-2010, 03:32 PM

I have a yorkie with the same open fontanel. She is super healthy. I keep a pony tail and cover the spot with her hair. It helps a little however I don't worry about it.

WV~Yorkies · 03-15-2010, 04:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by WalnutHill

Well, it is not good news.

At first the neurologist was cautiously optimistic, though he did note some neurological deficiencies, but after the ultrasound, the news is worse than I could have imagined.

Her brain never formed fully to begin with. She does have hydrocephalus, but that is because she only has 10 % of her brain tissue - 90% of the interior of her skull is fluid.

There is no treatment, there are no options. She will only degenerate. I am more than crushed. We are taking a little time, but have to say our final good byes to Rose.

I am so sorry. My thoughts and prayers are with you and Rose.

WalnutHill · 03-15-2010, 04:10 PM

Thank you to everyone for being so kind and sending warm thought our way. I was completely unprepared for this news- I thought the worst-case would be surgery I'd have to take out a loan to pay for.

I don't fault my vet at all. Earlier diagnosis wouldn't have changed the outcome. And, to be fair, the neurologist said it was a very a-typical case with the bubble and her level of functioning. Though he did say this is the worst case he's ever seen, based on the ultrasound.

I am relieved to know that I only have one choice, I just truly wished it was an easier choice.

Leesha · 03-15-2010, 05:30 PM

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Originally Posted by WalnutHill

Thank you to everyone for being so kind and sending warm thought our way. I was completely unprepared for this news- I thought the worst-case would be surgery I'd have to take out a loan to pay for.

I don't fault my vet at all. Earlier diagnosis wouldn't have changed the outcome. And, to be fair, the neurologist said it was a very a-typical case with the bubble and her level of functioning. Though he did say this is the worst case he's ever seen, based on the ultrasound.

I am relieved to know that I only have one choice, I just truly wished it was an easier choice.

OMG no wait...can't you just let her live? Sometimes time makes things better? You never know. Can't you just leave her if she is in no pain?

WalnutHill · 03-15-2010, 05:47 PM

The doctor was very clear in his recommendation. It may be 2 days or 2 weeks, but she will begin to have seizures, lose the ability to walk, lose the ability to eat, and eventually lose the ability to breathe. And, though it appears she is showing affection to me (licking, nuzzling, etc), she is really unaware of her surroundings and acting only as a reaction to stimuli. I am going to wait as long as I can, but it would be very selfish of me to make her suffer.

143julz · 03-15-2010, 05:59 PM

Oh I'm so sorry to read this...tears are flowing with you. I wish there was an option for you.
I wish you strength through this difficult time, my heart breaks for you....sending hugs your way

YorkieRose · 03-15-2010, 06:08 PM

These things rip out the breeders heart..I know and so do many others. Your little one does not have a simple open fontanel ...many are of no importance...this baby was born with a severe defect...resulting in a slow deterioation and I am told the pressure on the brain is painful...a super miagrine headache that does not stop...

You have done all any breeder can do..my thoughts and prayers are with you...and this baby will go to Yorkie heaven and live forever...this I believe.

WalnutHill · 03-15-2010, 06:32 PM

I don't know if anyone has experience reading an ultrasound, but here is the ultrasound print-out of her cranium that they sent home with me. The very small rippled part underneath the dark area is her brain. The dark area is the fluid.

azureblue54 · 03-15-2010, 06:46 PM

My heart bleeds for you and Rose; I will keep you both in my prayers. God Bless

xxmxaxrxyxx · 03-15-2010, 07:01 PM

i am so sorry for the news....

clm56 · 03-15-2010, 09:56 PM

~I am so sorry to hear the sad news about Rose. You and your precious little baby are in my prayers.

03-15-2010, 03:18 PM	#32
WalnutHill ♥ Catherine My Love ♥ Donating Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Missouri Posts: 1,354 Blog Entries: 15	Well, it is not good news. At first the neurologist was cautiously optimistic, though he did note some neurological deficiencies, but after the ultrasound, the news is worse than I could have imagined. Her brain never formed fully to begin with. She does have hydrocephalus, but that is because she only has 10 % of her brain tissue - 90% of the interior of her skull is fluid. There is no treatment, there are no options. She will only degenerate. I am more than crushed. We are taking a little time, but have to say our final good byes to Rose. __________________ Yorkie Splash ~ Yorkie shampoo Use the code ytdiscount at checkout for 10% off your purchase

03-15-2010, 03:32 PM	#35
Leesha YT Addict Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: World Posts: 377	I have a yorkie with the same open fontanel. She is super healthy. I keep a pony tail and cover the spot with her hair. It helps a little however I don't worry about it. __________________ R.I.P. - I love you Lexie & Luxy http://leeshas.com/yorkie/rip.html

03-15-2010, 04:10 PM	#37
WalnutHill ♥ Catherine My Love ♥ Donating Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Missouri Posts: 1,354 Blog Entries: 15	Thank you to everyone for being so kind and sending warm thought our way. I was completely unprepared for this news- I thought the worst-case would be surgery I'd have to take out a loan to pay for. I don't fault my vet at all. Earlier diagnosis wouldn't have changed the outcome. And, to be fair, the neurologist said it was a very a-typical case with the bubble and her level of functioning. Though he did say this is the worst case he's ever seen, based on the ultrasound. I am relieved to know that I only have one choice, I just truly wished it was an easier choice. __________________ Yorkie Splash ~ Yorkie shampoo Use the code ytdiscount at checkout for 10% off your purchase

03-15-2010, 05:47 PM	#39
WalnutHill ♥ Catherine My Love ♥ Donating Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Missouri Posts: 1,354 Blog Entries: 15	The doctor was very clear in his recommendation. It may be 2 days or 2 weeks, but she will begin to have seizures, lose the ability to walk, lose the ability to eat, and eventually lose the ability to breathe. And, though it appears she is showing affection to me (licking, nuzzling, etc), she is really unaware of her surroundings and acting only as a reaction to stimuli. I am going to wait as long as I can, but it would be very selfish of me to make her suffer. __________________ Yorkie Splash ~ Yorkie shampoo Use the code ytdiscount at checkout for 10% off your purchase

03-15-2010, 05:59 PM	#40
143julz Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Largo, FL Posts: 1,294	Oh I'm so sorry to read this...tears are flowing with you. I wish there was an option for you. I wish you strength through this difficult time, my heart breaks for you....sending hugs your way __________________ Dudley Doo and Dexter too!!! RIP (12/93-10/08) MY LIL JULZ!!!

03-15-2010, 03:28 PM	#34
topknot Donating YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: GA Posts: 3,787	Ohhh.. I am so sorry. It must be so hard. It was so good of you to take her to a Specialist! Regular vets just do not know everything and there comes a time when a specialist is needed. And I use to work as a vet tech. I know. It is just impossible for a regular vet to know all about all things. Each one has special things they are interest in, but when you need the best - a specialist is needed. My prayers go out to you.

03-15-2010, 06:08 PM	#41
YorkieRose No Longer a Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: South Florida Posts: 8,577	These things rip out the breeders heart..I know and so do many others. Your little one does not have a simple open fontanel ...many are of no importance...this baby was born with a severe defect...resulting in a slow deterioation and I am told the pressure on the brain is painful...a super miagrine headache that does not stop... You have done all any breeder can do..my thoughts and prayers are with you...and this baby will go to Yorkie heaven and live forever...this I believe.

03-15-2010, 06:46 PM	#43
azureblue54 Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: WI Posts: 137	My heart bleeds for you and Rose; I will keep you both in my prayers. God Bless

03-15-2010, 07:01 PM	#44
xxmxaxrxyxx Missing Yoshi Everyday! Donating Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Wichita, KS Posts: 15,110 Blog Entries: 3	i am so sorry for the news.... __________________ Yoshi Mei Ling Ting Ting Ting Ki Sun Hye Yukio Kioshi

03-15-2010, 09:56 PM	#45
clm56 YT Addict Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: in the beautiful USA Posts: 259	~I am so sorry to hear the sad news about Rose. You and your precious little baby are in my prayers.