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As for the denamarin, I am not 100% sure. The doctor will be calling me this afternoon/evening and I will ask her specifics... anyone have any specific questions that I should add to my list? I will find out the exact meds so that I can read more about them. As for her food, she is only eating a mixture of the canned Hill's LD mixed with a bit of baby food by a syringe. They had hoped that she would be at least eating some on her own but they feel as though if its something that I can do (syringe feed and work with her), we can possibly get her off of the syringe soon. I was concerned about her possibly just being on the soft food for a whole month (b/c what if she doesn't even touch the dry?) and the student that I talk to said that she didn't think it would be a problem but to ask the doctor to make sure. I just joined the group. :) I can't wait to just be able to read, read, read. There is no such thing as too much information. As for the acid bile tests on the mommy and daddy, I will be talking to the doctor about that later today. I am sure that is something I could probably get done here in KY (its not TOP priority right now - Ginger is). The whole genetics thing, I am not so sure because I keep reading conflicting information. I know that Dr. Tobias has a new study. She recently took 2 dogs with liver shunts, repaired them, bred them and they had 2 healthy, shunt free puppies! That's wonderful. They are now working on creating a whole colony of dogs and doing this several times to get a better idea on how genetics will play a role in this. I do not want to stress out the other parents (of the littermates) until I speak to the doctor today. I will ask her if its something she feels the rest of the litter should be tested for, just in case. I agree with you, I don't understand why someone would be wanting to put down a puppy so quickly as well. I let my parents know that they can be expensive and there are several health risks! Granted, I would never pay 5k for a puppy, dog, whatever but once I have that dog in my care, its MY responsibility to do the best I can to preserve its life and honestly, its MORE than that. Its companionship, THAT pup cannot be replaced. Its consciousness. If I put the pup down w/o giving it a chance, I would always wonder "what if...." *sigh* But yes, I agree with you! Quote:
I will find out what the antibiotic is later today and let you know. Thank you for posting this link! I just joined and am waiting for approval. Wow, I am so overwhelmed by all of this knowledge and generosity. You are all so wonderful! Quote:
So are you all saying to bake the canned food? How long would I bake it and how much at a time? How long would it keep? So these are the treats, I could use for pottying, etc? At this point, she is still on syringe but this could be VERY tempting for her. I am game for anything at this point! And to everyone, thank you so much for your prayers and support! This entire situation has been so overwhelming and I have had to literally put my life on a hold the past few days (and it looks like for at least the next 4 weeks!). Which is fine and I am kind of glad I didn't get that teaching job this year (a blessing in disguise?). You all are so wonderful and I just feel like she is getting the best care possible at UT and you all are so informative, I just don't want to be the one to screw anything up! Thank you so much and I will keep you all updated as I am informed. |
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Experiment with baking the L/D and you can use it as her meals and/or treats, what ever it takes to get her to like to eat it. The RC kibble can be soaked in water for about 3 hours, she may like it that way too, and she'll get more water intake. Or you can mush or blend it with some water too. Again, what ever method you need to do to get her to eat and actually like to eat it ;) |
You have gone a great many more miles for this baby than a lot of folks would, and I can't hellp but think your are one of Gods angels here on earth. Prayers and more prayers are going out to your baby, and to you and your husband. Big warm hugs to all. |
Robin...I'm so sorry you're going through this.:( You & your family & little Ginger will be in my thoughts & prayers. |
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Ok - doctor update. At 10:30am they decided to try taking her off of her dextrose again (last night they tried this and her glucose bottomed out so they put her back on it). It has been consistent all day, staying above 100 w/o it. She is still not eating on her own and having to be syringe fed. They are going to try a few different brands of foods to see if she will favor one over the other. What they are doing now for her food is taking canned soft food, water, and a bit of baby food and blending it together. One thing she said is that she will need 1/2 can a day spread out (I am assuming I will get the full recipe tomorrow). I am not sure where all I can get the food, so I am debating just buying a whole case while I am down there. She does get up every now and then to use her potty pad (what a smartie!) and is very responsive to the students and staff. They did notice a little bit of fresh blood in her stool but they think its from giving her enemas to flush out the toxins. The medicines she will be on are: Lactulose, Neomycin, and Denamarin. I asked about the alternative to Denamarin and she had never heard of it, so she said that she would look it up tonight. They are going to begin all of these meds tonight. I asked her a few other questions and from those I learned: I need to weigh her everyday to at least make sure she is maintaining. Do not expect much weight gain. I can check glucose with a human machine and to use her ears for that. She should be healthy enough for her 2nd booster shot next week. She should not be left alone for long amounts of time (especially no longer than 2 hours which is feeding time). Depending on how she does w/o the Dextrose tonight will determine tomorrow and coming home. We are hoping her glucose is consistent. I will get a phone call in the morning for an update. If she is good to go, I can pick her up between 5-7 and I will keep her at my in laws (about an hour and a half away) for the night and then travel the rest of the way home the day after. I am very nervous about bringing her home but very excited at the same time. I will keep you all updated with pictures, videos, etc. |
I'm so sorry your going through all this pain :( My prayers are with you and your family - Thank You for fighting for Ginger!!! I was in tears with the videos |
Dear robin, I am so very sorry to hear about ginger, it breaks our hearts just reading what shes going through, it must be so rough for you and nick. I was just thinking about it and shes the one chelsey and i originally wanted. We are nervous for payslee grace were praying that she is going to be okay. Were praying for ginger to make a full recovery |
I am sending up prayers for you and your family. This is all so hard to go through and there is so much info to take in. :justahug: The Hepato support and Vetri DMG can be ordered online if you decide to go that route instead of the denamarin i think that TLC gave a link in prev post. This is what I use too and it is really easy to give. I also had a really hard time getting Copper to eat at first, I did find that if I sprinkled just a tiny bit parmesean cheese on top of the LD that it helped perk his appetite. I still try and have him eat frequent small meals, this makes a big difference in how he feels thoughout the day. I am so sorry that she is sick with LS. Praying that she does well tonight so that tomarrow you can bring her home. |
Oh Robin, sending tons of prayers for Ginger, you, and your husband. What great care you are taking of Ginger. Bless you. Your care of Ginger brings tears... |
Your are an angel from God. Ginger and your family are in my prayers.:angel2: |
Robin, Thank you for all of the updates on your little Ginger, and thank you for all you are doing for her. I will keep all of you in my prayers. |
I am just reading your sad story. My family of five dawgiiiess and I send you many prayers and well wishes for your puppy. Keep up your determination and strength in these difficult times! Best of Luck. |
praying for continued healing for your baby :) are you on the group and getting emails? |
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