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06-08-2008, 09:30 PM | #1 |
Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Houston
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| My Little Nugget, RIP Mia My 2 year old little girl, Mia passed away yesterday due to complications of Atlantoaxial Instability (AAI). I have been through a lot in my young life, but this is one of the HARDEST things ever. Mia was the only thing that made sense in my life and I depended on her very much. It's amazing the bond you can have with a dog. I miss her so much. Misty Mia's mom
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06-08-2008, 09:38 PM | #2 |
Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Bay Area, California
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| I am sooooo sorry you lost your little baby Mia...my heart aches for you. I'm sending you peace and strength....Hugs RIP Little Mia
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06-08-2008, 09:41 PM | #3 |
Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Houston
Posts: 25
| Thank you so much. I feel like I have to retrain myself on how to live...I'm so use to looking down and having her at my feet. I'm so thankful she let me be her mom for 2 wonderful years.
__________________ ::..Misty..:: mom to MIA "Mamma MIA, here I go again. My my, how can I resist you?" |
06-08-2008, 10:13 PM | #4 |
Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Miami, FL
Posts: 249
| Sorry for your loss, Mia was blessed to have you as her Mommy... May god give you strength to continue your journey... I know how hard this situation is on you, and now may not be the appropriate time, but when you are able,(or someone else in YT) can please explain to me what (AAI) is? Mia's a I Love My Furbabies Nygee, Gizmo & Gypsy! |
06-08-2008, 10:14 PM | #5 |
Donating YT 4000 Club Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Iowa
Posts: 9,493
| I am so sorry for your loss. Please educate others in Mia's memory about AAI. Hugs to you
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06-09-2008, 05:08 AM | #6 |
Yorkie Kisses are the Best! Donating Member | Oh no !! I'm so sorry !! What is AAI ??? I've never heard of it. Don't answer if it's too hard to talk about but it may help another yorkie - My heart goes out to you. Rest in Peace little Mia - you were far too young she was ADORABLE ....I just looked at your avatar....I'm so sorry
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06-09-2008, 05:44 AM | #7 |
Mommy Loves Koda & Kacy! Donating Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Home of the NY Yankees
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| My Prayers are with you, So deeply sorry! Rest in Peace little Mia
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06-09-2008, 05:50 AM | #9 |
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| So very sorry for what you have been through with your little one. Hopefully, the pain will ease soon and you can be left with just your happy memories of her. God Bless! RIP little Mia
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06-09-2008, 05:51 AM | #10 |
Mommy Loves Koda & Kacy! Donating Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Home of the NY Yankees
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| Atlantoaxial instability is an uncommon condition of dogs in which there is abnormal movement or instability in the cervical spine or neck, between the atlas (first cervical vertebra) and axis (2nd vertebra). This instability allows abnormal bending between the two bones, which causes pressure or compression of the spinal cord. The severity of the injury to the spinal cord depends both on the amount of pressure, and the duration of the condition. The atlantoaxial joint is normally stabilized by a projection off the axis called the dens, which fits into the atlas, as well as several fibrous attachments (ligaments) between the two bones. There are two causes for the instability – trauma and birth abnormalities. Traumatic instability occurs after forceful flexion of the head, causing either fracture of the dens or other part of the axis, and/or tearing of the fibrous attachments. This form of the instability can occur in any breed, at any age. (1-4)
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06-09-2008, 05:53 AM | #11 |
Mommy Loves Koda & Kacy! Donating Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Home of the NY Yankees
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| Certain birth defects can predispose this instability to occur with a very small amount of trauma (i.e. jumping off the couch, being jumped on by another dog). These abnormalities include a missing or malformed dens, or lack of normal attachments between the two vertebrae. An absent or smaller dens is the most common predisposing cause. This condition is seen mainly in small breed dogs, with Yorkshire terriers, Chihuahuas, Miniature or Toy Poodles, Pomeranians and Pekingese being the most frequently reported breeds. Dogs with congenital abnormalities usually show clinical signs at less than one year of age. (2,5,6) Signs and symptoms Symptoms of atlantoaxial instability can vary in severity. Onset of symptoms can be gradual, or can be very sudden. The most common sign seen with atlantoaxial instability is neck pain. This may be the only symptom, however the degree of pain can be severe. More severe spinal trauma results in varying degrees of incoordination and weakness or paralysis from the neck down. With complete paralysis of all four limbs, paralysis of the diaphragm also occurs, and the animal is unable to breathe. Usually these dogs die very suddenly before they can receive medical attention. Some dogs may demonstrate intermittent collapse. Clinical signs may be more severe with an intact dens, as a normal but dorsally deviated dens causes a greater degree of spinal compression. Diagnosis Diagnosis is based on signalment (breed and age), history, symptoms and radiographs (x-rays). Dorsal deviation or tipping of the axis can be seen on radiographs, with increase space between atlas and axis. The dens may be small or absent, or visible fractures may be present. Certain views may be used to highlight these changes, such as gently flexing the neck, or taking radiographs from an angle (lateral oblique) or with an open mouth view. Extreme care must be taken to avoid excessive flexion forces, especially if the dens is intact. A CT-scan (computed tomography can also be valuable to evaluate the vertebrae for a dens and other possible deformities.
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06-09-2008, 06:06 AM | #12 |
Gina, (Lexi's Mommy) Donating Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: LONG ISLAND,NY
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| oh sweetie, im so so sorry for your loss.. my heart go out to you at this time.. we are here for you always..hugs
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06-09-2008, 06:22 AM | #13 |
Donating Senior Yorkie Talker | Goodbye sweet young angel My thought go out to you and yours. Mia may you always have fond memories of you wonderful, but very short life on this earth. Always think of her and the joy you both braught each other. Time will heal. Hugs and kisses. I'm very sorry for your loss.
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06-09-2008, 06:46 AM | #14 |
Donating YT Addict Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Georgia
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| I'm so sorry. RIP, sweet Mia.
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06-09-2008, 06:48 AM | #15 |
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| I'm so sorry for you. My heart goes out to you. May little Mia RIP.
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