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Anal problems I am new member so please forgive this message if it isn't correct. I have a 14 week old Yorkie who has had a problem pooing since I got him, increasing in severity. He has paid a few visits to vets and today had an internal to see if a cause could be found. On inspection it was found that a ring of fibrous tissue in anus which would normally stretch to allow faecal matter to exit was not elastic in my little Teddy, therefore, he was unable to push anything passed this ring. The vet has tried to stretch it a little with his finger and has said that he will have to refer him to see if anything can be done with him being so small otherwise I will have to lose him. I am now waiting for a reply from the vet to see if he can get a referral from one of the large hospitals. Teddy is a real character weighing just 2lbs 5os and loved by all. Has any other member come across this problem and can possibly give me some hope for Teddy. Thank you for reading this. |
Hi i'm so sorry to hear your little puppy is having this problem. I wish I had some good advice to offer, but I have not encountered this problem with any of my dogs. It is really good that you took him to the vet, and hopefully, they can figure out what to do. Good luck with your new puppy Janice |
Oh boy. I know nothing about this, but I know I have heard of it. He really NEEDS to get to a Specialist so they can fix this problem, please do not wait too long :( |
Omg Im Heart Broken Saying Prayers For Him Now! I Can Not Believe This.. These Yorkies Go Through So Much ... Im Sorry You Have The Best Support Out There Right Here Keep Us Posted Please Hugs Vicki |
Anal Problem For the good people who have replied. Please be assured that he is being looked after as he has been since I got him. Uncle Bob (his vet) is contacting the University Hospital tomorrow so we should know when he can go to see a specialist. The internal examination must have done a little stretching because he has managed to go 3 times this evening. Fingers crossed it continues and then he won't be uncomfortable while waiting for the specialist. Thank you so much for your good wishes and I will, of course, keep you posted. Do I sign my own name or my user name? |
So glad to hear the news. I will be looking forward to your follow up posts. :) As far as signing, you can use whatever name you want :cool: Welcome to YT - My name is Nicole - user name TLC :p |
So sorry to hear this!! I know you are heart broken. Hope for the best! We are here!:xfingers: |
I hope everything turns out well for your baby. Sending warm wishes your way. |
Sayin prayers for your little angle... God Bless and stay hopeful. |
praying for your little guy. It sounds like your vet is wise and willing to do a referral right away. Welcome to YT!! Please keep us updated. |
I'm sorry to hear this.:( Welcome to YT. You are taking such good care of your pup. |
Poorly Teddy Hi There To all you lovely people who took the time to reply to my letter about Teddy's anal problem. I have, this afternoon, received a telephone call from the Liverpool University Small Animal Hospital with an appointment for Teddy on Wednesday 23rd January. This is the best Small Animal Hospital in the whole of the UK so he will be in the best hands. I have to leave him there which I am not looking forward to but if it will get him well it will be worth it. As I have lost 2 of my dogs in recent months, the two left (Great Dane & Chihuahua/Corgi cross) are upset every time I take teddy out of the house so its rough on them too. Until I've been to the hospital I won't know anymore but will update you as soon as I have any information. Thank you all for your prayers and good wishes. Regards Margaret |
You will be in my prayers. :hands: :hands: :hands: :hands: :hands: |
Oh, poor Teddy! I do hope this can be fixed - there may be some options, as it doesn't sound too terribly complicated (hopefully). I don't know if this sounds too *icky* for you - but it may help him if you sort of..."massage"...his anal area a bit, just to keep it more relaxed and to loosen the area. Just a thought. You could wear a rubber glove or use a tissue or something. Keep us posted. All the best to little Teddy, he sounds wonderful! |
I am so sorry poor Teddy is going through all this. Did the vet have any suggestions as to what to do until then? Maybe a little canned pumpkin can help soften his stools so he won't have to strain so hard or maybe the vet can recommend something else. |
Poor baby! He'll be in my prayers |
Anal problem Hi bjh of Texas Thank you for your message. The vet has recommended that I puree his food using oily food were possible like oily fish. Also to give cows milk which would normally give puppies a runny motion and a teaspoon of liquid paraffin. You can rest assured that we are doing everything possible for the little chap and I think he knows this. Thanks again. |
I actually add Canaola Oil to their food. It helps slip the poop out :eek: |
Anal problem Hi Nicole Thanks for the remedy, I will have to google it for I haven't heard of it in the UK but thats not to say we don't have it. Thanks very much for the advice. Regards Margaret |
If love could make Teddy better.....This little guy, will grow big (ish) and strong.... he could NOT have a better Mom if she had four legs. With you all the way Marg, Love and Hugs xxx:angel: |
Hi there headbanger, I hope your baby improves, and that the vet can help him. Just curious, do you call yourself headbanger because you like heavy metal music? My son plays in a heavy metal band, even though I'm old(ish) I know about these things:D Welcome to YT. Sheilagh. |
Anal Problem Hi Sheilagh Thanks for your message. Little Teddy is not doing too badly, we go to the best small animal hospital in the uk on Wednesday lunchtime so if they can't help him, no one can. I have to leave him there - that's the hard part - but I have to remind myself that its for his own good. Re my name - I chose another name but was refused as someone else had it and as I was in a hurry I didn't have time to think so chose a nickname my late husband used to call me. Unfortunately I can't remember why he called me that but it certainly isn't for the love of heavy metal. Sorry to your son but my taste is more classical and Frank Sinatra type music. I am not averse to disco type music if in the mood. I am a pensioner but I'm afraid I can't get my head (scuse the pun) round the heavy metal variety ot music. Thanks for writing and as promised I will do an update on Teddy when I get back from the hospital. Regards Margaret |
so sorry hun i havent been on but glad he is going some and sending prayers and love and kisses his way hope everything turns out ok for him!!!! |
Anal Problems Hi Everyone, well today is Teddy's big day. I know that you are all rooting for him and i will carry that thought as we travel to the hospital. I will let you all know as soon as I know something. I big, big thanks from me. Margaret:aimeeyork |
Holding thumbs for little Teddy, hope he receives a quick and painless cure to his problem. Best wishes from rainy SA:thumbup: |
Anal Problem Hi Folks, Well Teddy is safely in his hospital bed now. This afternoon he has had blood tests and tomorrow morning he will be sedated and then internal investigation will be carried out. The doctor has said that she will ring me at lunchtime or just after so hopefully I will have some positive news for you all tomorrow. Thank you for all you thoughts and prayers, not forgetting the crossed fingers, please keep it up for another 24 hours, I'm sure that if enough of us are rooting for him, he will come through this 100%. Many thanks. Margaret :aimeeyork |
All my best to Teddy - and to you as well. I hope for great news tomorrow! :) |
Prayers for Teddy. May they find a definitive way to help him. Hugs to you, too, |
Prayers for Teddy. May they find a definitive way to help him. Hugs to you, too, |
Anal Problem Yippee, good news, Teddy is going to be ok. The hospital rang to say he is fine but they want to keep him in the hospital over the weekend just to make sure his diet and medication are ok and don't need to be changed. I must admit I broke down and cried from sheer relief. I shall miss the little fella greatly but I know that its better this way and he is being spoiled by all the nurses. The vet said that everyone wanted him - can't have, he's mine. Thank you so much to all you wonderful people who have prayed, crossed fingers and kept him in your thoughts. When he is home, hopefully on Monday I will let you all know. My Bestest Wishes to you all Margaret:thumbup: :) |
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