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04-30-2007, 05:36 AM | #1 |
Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Connecticut
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| Cause of Mac's Death On Apr. 18, I posted about the death of my precious 9 year old Mac. Final pathology reports have confirmed he died of protein losing enteropathy most likely caused by intestinal lymphangiectasia. If dogs are asymptomatic (as Mac was ) the only way to detect this is through blood tests. My vet said they start these routinely when the dog is seven. Mac always had his teeth cleaning and physical in May. I assume this condidtion started after May of 2006. If I get another Yorkie I will insist he be tested at least twice a year for albumen levels. You can check the site below for further info. I am looking to adopt another Yorkie. I am working with YorkiesInc. Does anyone have any other recommendations for reliable adoption sites? I live in CT. I wish all the best to those who have sick doggies. http://www.marvistavet.com/html/inte...giectasia.html |
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04-30-2007, 01:06 PM | #2 |
Love The Verminator! Donating Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: ny
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| I remember when you lost Mac and I am so sorry. Thank you for sharing that information with us. Hopefully, it will save some lives.
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04-30-2007, 01:58 PM | #3 |
YT Addict Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: wisconsin
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| Thanks for the information and I am so sorry for your loss. I know we can never "replace" the companion we have lost, but I hope you find your new love soon.. Kathy |
04-30-2007, 02:51 PM | #4 |
Donating YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: USA
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| Thanks for the update...Again, I am so sorry for your loss... Good luck in finding a furbaby to adopt!!
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04-30-2007, 03:06 PM | #5 |
Yorkie Kisses are the Best! Donating Member | I just want to wish you luck in your search and say how sorry I am for your loss...your post may help the next person dealing with something similar but I'm sorry you had to find out first hand...I'd never heard of this but thank you for sharing |
04-30-2007, 03:13 PM | #6 |
Donating YT 4000 Club Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Florida
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| So sorry for your loss! Hope you find a new furbaby to love and enjoy!
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04-30-2007, 06:05 PM | #7 |
Wee Winston Wiggles Donating Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Kewanee, Illinois
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| I remember your post too, I am glad you at least found an answer, it is so hard not knowing...I know that I have learned from this and I'm sure many others will also. I mourn the loss of your baby, and it sounds to me that you will eventually find a new baby to love. Good luck in your search!!!
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04-30-2007, 06:19 PM | #9 |
Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: In my house :)
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| Sallyvine...I have been in your shoes. We fought this disease (along wth a couple other health issues) with our first Yorkie for the last 3 or 4 years of his life. I remember way too much about that time and even though he's been gone for almost 3 years I can hardly talk about him without tearing up. We put him to rest when he let us know he had had enough...he was 2 months shy of turning 13 and when he felt good he was still like a puppy. Please accept my heartfelt sympathy and hugs... Teri |
04-30-2007, 08:22 PM | #10 |
Donating YT Addict Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: florida
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| thanks for the info!!! what age should you start getting this tested?? good luck on your puppy search, im sure you will find the perfect pup for you!
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05-01-2007, 10:08 AM | #11 | |
Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Petaluma
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Yes, all geriatric animals should have specialized panels done to test protein levels. Expensive but worth it, however, if I had the opportunity to go back even one year, I would have taken her to an internist as my second opinion vet suggested. Thanks for sharing and again I am so sorry for your loss. Warmly, Deborah
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05-01-2007, 10:16 AM | #12 |
No Longer A Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: NEW YORK
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| I remember reading your original post also. Again I am so sorry for your loss of Mac. You might try www.Petfinder.com and www.Yorkierescueme. Good luck, I hope you find your new baby soon. |
05-01-2007, 10:16 AM | #13 |
Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Cathedral City, CA
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| So sorry for you loss.
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05-01-2007, 02:36 PM | #14 |
Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Petaluma
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| Sallyvine, something that I have been thinking about since reading your thread is that Sophie and Mac are not in pain anymore. I kept her alive too long because I didn't want to not have her in my present life. However, when I remember her beautiful eyes looking at me, so very sick, I am so glad she isn't living with that terrible disease which caused her so much pain. I bet Mac was a little fighter like Sophie. She would rally, then I would have hope but in the end, she was just worn out. All of her energy was exhausted. Bless little Mac and Sophie. Warmly, Deborah PS You think you have moved to a deeper acceptance, and then reading your note returns me to that sad day. It takes time and allow the tears to fall once again for our beloved friends.
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05-01-2007, 06:12 PM | #15 |
Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Connecticut
Posts: 33
| I would say to start no later than 7. Talk to your vet and tell him about Mac. Give my love to Bella. Sallyv |
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