Phoebe has gone blind

[Dina_Nichole]

I'm so sorry about her sight. She's such a pretty girl. I hope they can help her. Snoot's a little over 13 yrs. and its so hard watching them age. Big hugs to you.

[zoeybear]

Originally Posted by Jeri Cunningham

Is this how Phoebe's eyes look?

Actually Phoebe's dont look that cloudy. That is why I was suprised at how she went blind almost overnight.

[zoeybear]

Tomorrow I will find out when Phoebe can be seen by a surgeon. My vet believes cataract surgery will help her. They don't do the surgery where I live so we will have to travel to Atascadero CA. My vet estimates the cost at $1500.00-$2000.00. My Dad has generously offered to pay for Phoebe's surgery. Phoebe was originally a gift from my Dad to my daughter. Unfortunately for my daughter, Phoebe decided she was MY dog not hers. Thank you everyone for your kind thoughts. The stories of blind dog living fulfilling years has really lifted my spirits.

[sondra2004]

Phoebe is a beautiful lady . Good Luck with the surgery. Sending ((HUGS and Kisses)) from Virginia.

[Jeri Cunningham]

Originally Posted by zoeybear

Tomorrow I will find out when Phoebe can be seen by a surgeon. My vet believes cataract surgery will help her. They don't do the surgery where I live so we will have to travel to Atascadero CA. My vet estimates the cost at $1500.00-$2000.00. My Dad has generously offered to pay for Phoebe's surgery. Phoebe was originally a gift from my Dad to my daughter. Unfortunately for my daughter, Phoebe decided she was MY dog not hers. Thank you everyone for your kind thoughts. The stories of blind dog living fulfilling years has really lifted my spirits.

Good luck we will keep Phoebe in our prayers.

[Wrenee4]

It is true that blind dogs adjust very well. Years ago (when I still lived at home) my stepmothers dog went blind. She followed my Jesse (she was a schnauzer too) and she was her seeing eye dog! It was amazing to watch and Jesse would wait for her and make sure she was doing well. Sadly that was years ago and both are gone now...but it was a wonderful bond they had and Lady (the blind girl) lived three years after she went blind and was 18 years old!!

[KatiesMommy]

Sending lots of hugs to you both !!!

[cgennawey]

I'm sure your babies will adjust just fine. I really do believe it much more difficult for us humans to adjust to our babies losing their sight. Last Jan. our chocolate yorkie, Chunk was diagnosed with retinal degeneration at the age of nine months. He is almost now completely blind now. When the specialist gave us the diagnoses I felt like the world just collapsed on me. I'll never forget her words of He's almost completely blind and it is not treatable, nothing can be done for him. I quickly snapped out of my depression and conformed our home to best suit Chunk. The dr said our other dogs were basically Chunk's eye seeing dogs so we put bells on their collars, gated our pool, because before of his diagnoses Chunk kept falling into the pool. We do not move our furniture around and try not to leave things out of place. He has adjusted very well and we expect him to have a very fulfilling life with a bunch of love.

a righteous man regards the life of his animal.... proverbs 12:10

[Jeri Cunningham]

Any news on Phoebe today?


Hey whay a great idea!

From cgennawey's post:

The dr said our other dogs were basically Chunk's eye seeing dogs so we put bells on their collars, gated our pool, because before of his diagnoses Chunk kept falling into the pool. We do not move our furniture around and try not to leave things out of place. He has adjusted very well and we expect him to have a very fulfilling life with a bunch of love.

Maybe I won't need to buy Spicy an eye seeing person after all.

[Mom2BabyNatalie]

Your Phoebe is a beautiful girl.....

I'm so sorry that I have no wise instruction or suggestions for you as I've not been confronted with a baby with loss of sight... but please know that we will keep you and Phoebe in our prayers that she will adjust to her new way of life and settle back in to some sense of contentment.... and that you, will be able to stay strong through her transition and continue to encourage her to be well.

Someone said it perfectly in a different thread re: another blind pup.... "thankfully, love is FELT and not SEEN..."

She'll be just fine 'neath the shelter of your love...

Warm hugs to you And extra special snuggles to your precious Phoebe.

[SophieRose]

Sweet Phoebe. I know it is a natural progression for our beloved pets, but it is difficult to watch them as they grow older. Charlie is 11 and beginning to be afraid of the dark when we go outside to potty. I think he see shadows and the movement of the trees. Sophie (full coat Yorkie in my avatar), who died at 13, was the same way.

Look forward to good news for Phoebe and they are the most wonderful breed of pup. Warmly, Deborah

[Sandysbabies]

Hugs to you and your baby. I love our yorkie but my heart has always been with schnauzers. I still have my yorkie baby (l yr.) and 2 schnauzers babies. (11yrs. & 13yr.) Mandy's birthday is today as a matter of fact. We lost Max at 13 1/2yrs. old because of diabetes. I know what you are going through. He lost his hearing but it is more common for them to lose their sight. I will be praying for Phoebe and she will adjust even if worse comes to worse. They say as long as furniture is not moved around and they get use to everything they do really well. I think Mandy is also getting hard of hearing. Max was also on 2 shots a day. I hate diabetes with a purple passion. Just take lots of pictures and enjoy her everyday that you have her. They are truely a blessing. God bless you and little Phoebe.

[ladyj]

Originally Posted by zoeybear

Phoebe is not a Yorkie, but my beautiful mini schnauzer. She is almost 12 yrs old. She has diabetes and takes insulin 2X a day. She has gone almost completely blind in a matter of a few days. She has cloudy eyes (cataracts) but her eyesight has just gone in the last few days. She walked right off into the pool yesterday with us watching her. She has an appointment with the vet today at 1:45. I am so sad that she is deteriorating. She has survived cancer and now diabetes. I guess I don't really need any help, just some hugs! Here is her pic back in her glory days!

I'm so sorry you are facing this with Phoebe. I hope she can have surgery and her sight will be restored. There is something called an Angel Vest for blind dogs that keeps them from running into things. This is the site angelvest. I will definitely get one of these vests if I ever have to deal with a blind dog.

Jeanette

[leipshen]

Hi

I read your post and my heart goes out to you. I too have a precious mini Schnauzer. Her name is Leipshen. She is 12 yrs old and I have had her since she was 12 wks. She also went blind last December. It seemed as if one day she could see fine and then the next day she was bumping into the wall. I was devistated . It was only one week before, that I had her to the vet for a complete check-up. She had x-rays because I was worried about her heart. She is a bit overweight, even though I watch her diet closely. I love her so much. She has been a faithful and loving companion. I cried for her when all of a sudden she doesn't have her sight.

Well...I may have have cried, however Leipshen has never let her handicap bother her. She navigates around the house and out to the back patio very well. She is still happy and although she cannot chase her toys anymore, as she always loved to do, she still finds them and plays with them like before. She still loves to ride in the car. she is a trooper.

My Yorkies adore her and she is very sweet and tolerant of their antics. They just fuss and jump up with Yorkie kisses and she stands and lets them.

the other day I walked into the living room, Leipshen was laying next to the couch and my 5 month old Yorkie (Biscuit) was standing on her, it was adorable.

I know that this is hard for you. As the days go by, Phoebe will adjust and so will you. I believe we both have more quality time ahead of us with our wonderful Schnauzers.

I just wanted to let you know...I completely understand what you are feeling.

Patti

[Gizmo's Mom]

Reading this and wondered how Phoebe is doing. Is she going to have surgery? What a beautiful girl. Schnauzers are very dear to my heart and she has been on my mind. Here is a picture of my Bubba. Please keep us updated on her condition.