Originally Posted by gemy (Post 3561504)

Got the good news back that Razz's Thyroid panel came back great; just a tad on the low side for T4's which seems to be how he is tracking. I also await the OFA results which should confirm Dr Jack's verbal report. So onwards to other testing for Razz; CERF's, hip/elbow Xrays etal.

PLUS given this repetitive number Dr Jack is not so worried that somehow the lab screwed up Magic's and Razz's results, on the first full blood panel. He is not so worried now about Magic's really wonky first blood panel, as the specific full liver panel came back clean as a whistle. What a relief, I just knew he was really concerned about Magic, (without saying so in so many words), and now I can rest a bit easier. We still have and per his recommendation another draw for Magic in 2/3 months plus repeat urinalysis ( protein in urine, very high PH,), but at least we can give some diet changes a chance to work. Diet changes for Magic, no raw veggies, and add 1500 Vit c's per day in his diet.

Zoey gets her second wkly treatment of Heartguard tomorrow and seems to be doing just fine; she is still in heat, and driving our boys crazy but that's normal.lol We have only been taking her out very briefly for a pee n poo, and try to make sure it is at non mosquitoe times. Ie mid day here. If Dave is home early enough he will walk her, as I will not walk a female in heat; too risky for me; even though it is likely most male dogs are neutered around here, I don't want to take the chance of not being able to discourage a big dog who is intent on becoming her swain.

I am waiting for the exterminator to come for the "raccoons" allegedly in the attic, and oh yes I'm still without a car. Apparently something broke in my heater block and it will be at least another $1K to fix it. So I may get the car tomorrow. Sigh

Originally Posted by gemy (Post 3561504)

Got the good news back that Razz's Thyroid panel came back great; just a tad on the low side for T4's which seems to be how he is tracking. I also await the OFA results which should confirm Dr Jack's verbal report. So onwards to other testing for Razz; CERF's, hip/elbow Xrays etal.

PLUS given this repetitive number Dr Jack is not so worried that somehow the lab screwed up Magic's and Razz's results, on the first full blood panel. He is not so worried now about Magic's really wonky first blood panel, as the specific full liver panel came back clean as a whistle. What a relief, I just knew he was really concerned about Magic, (without saying so in so many words), and now I can rest a bit easier. We still have and per his recommendation another draw for Magic in 2/3 months plus repeat urinalysis ( protein in urine, very high PH,), but at least we can give some diet changes a chance to work. Diet changes for Magic, no raw veggies, and add 1500 Vit c's per day in his diet.

Zoey gets her second wkly treatment of Heartguard tomorrow and seems to be doing just fine; she is still in heat, and driving our boys crazy but that's normal.lol We have only been taking her out very briefly for a pee n poo, and try to make sure it is at non mosquitoe times. Ie mid day here. If Dave is home early enough he will walk her, as I will not walk a female in heat; too risky for me; even though it is likely most male dogs are neutered around here, I don't want to take the chance of not being able to discourage a big dog who is intent on becoming her swain.

I am waiting for the exterminator to come for the "raccoons" allegedly in the attic, and oh yes I'm still without a car. Apparently something broke in my heater block and it will be at least another $1K to fix it. So I may get the car tomorrow. Sigh

Originally Posted by MaddiesMommie (Post 3562603)

:) Great news about the furrbutts-Good luck with the raccoons:eek:

Originally Posted by gemy (Post 3561504)

Got the good news back that Razz's Thyroid panel came back great; just a tad on the low side for T4's which seems to be how he is tracking. I also await the OFA results which should confirm Dr Jack's verbal report. So onwards to other testing for Razz; CERF's, hip/elbow Xrays etal.

PLUS given this repetitive number Dr Jack is not so worried that somehow the lab screwed up Magic's and Razz's results, on the first full blood panel. He is not so worried now about Magic's really wonky first blood panel, as the specific full liver panel came back clean as a whistle. What a relief, I just knew he was really concerned about Magic, (without saying so in so many words), and now I can rest a bit easier. We still have and per his recommendation another draw for Magic in 2/3 months plus repeat urinalysis ( protein in urine, very high PH,), but at least we can give some diet changes a chance to work. Diet changes for Magic, no raw veggies, and add 1500 Vit c's per day in his diet.

Zoey gets her second wkly treatment of Heartguard tomorrow and seems to be doing just fine; she is still in heat, and driving our boys crazy but that's normal.lol We have only been taking her out very briefly for a pee n poo, and try to make sure it is at non mosquitoe times. Ie mid day here. If Dave is home early enough he will walk her, as I will not walk a female in heat; too risky for me; even though it is likely most male dogs are neutered around here, I don't want to take the chance of not being able to discourage a big dog who is intent on becoming her swain.

I am waiting for the exterminator to come for the "raccoons" allegedly in the attic, and oh yes I'm still without a car. Apparently something broke in my heater block and it will be at least another $1K to fix it. So I may get the car tomorrow. Sigh

Originally Posted by Ellie May (Post 3566007)

How are the kids doing?

Originally Posted by kjc (Post 3567661)

Glad all are doing well. Would love to see some pics (hint, hint) of the Big Dog in the water!:D

And not to go off topic but: I had Tinkerbell HW tested last week... she was negative... my vet does recommend year round Tx for here in Maryland, and I asked him what he thought about alternating HW preventatives... he said it wouldn't hurt (I am paranoid about HW becoming resistant to one preventative: don't know if that can actually happen or not) I do worry about Tink with her LS and the threat of HW, as her liver may not process medications and preventatives as effectively good livers do, and I have the same problems/concerns with vaccines too.

Keeping you and your family and furkids in my prayers...:D

Originally Posted by gemy (Post 3567585)

Pretty good Crystal. Zoey seems to be doing well on her meds. The boys continue to be active and happy. Today I hope to do some training with Magic in the water for his CDX. Will see how he does on his sits and downs first though. If not so well then we shall just do some swimming. And psst don't tell him but he's getting a bath and some grooming afterwards;)

Originally Posted by Wylie's Mom (Post 3569471)

Happy to read this update. Sending yummy, healing thoughts to you and yours. I won't tell about the covert bath and grooming mission! Thinking of you each day, Gail, and hoping for the best outcome. :love:

Originally Posted by Ellie May (Post 3572120)

How crazy that now you have four sick. :(

A common complication of heart disease is cats is a thromboembolism. I don't want to scare you, but do want to encourage you to get your kitty to a cardiologist very quickly. You do not want this to happen. It's incredibly hard to watch.

Originally Posted by BonBon (Post 3572123)

I'm sorry, Gail. What made you take Karma in last week? Was he having any symptoms or was it time for his regular checkup? I'm sending prayers for Karma, and for this to be the last of this craziness for a long time.

Big hugs,
Bonny

Originally Posted by jadabug (Post 3572380)

Oh My I am so sorry that you are dealing with yet another stress. I will pray that Karma is ok and it is nothing serious. You have got to catch a break soon, this just is not fair. No one should have to go through so much all at one time. ((hugs))

Originally Posted by kjc (Post 3572417)

Cardiomyopathy can be congenital in somes lines of Maine Coons. Or it can occur from Hyperthyroidism, or a lack of Taurine in the diet from feeding non-commercial foods. Not sure if this is what he has, but bc of the breed, I felt it was important to mention.

Does he sprint through the house alot and then flop down somewhere to lay for a while? This can be a symptom of saddle thrombosis, and may cause weakness in one or both of the hind legs. Sometimes interpreted as lameness.

I believe the heart is more easily accessible when doing an ultrasound than is the liver, hence the need for an experienced U/S tech when checking for a shunt.
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Originally Posted by marcie (Post 3572898)

My heart goes out to you and you are in my prayers. Soon this madness has to end. Hugs.