My 7 Month old Yorkie had a heart attack while being neutered - Page 3 - YorkieTalk.com Forums

Ladymom · 10-25-2010, 07:35 AM

How is Max today?

sunshinnes · 10-25-2010, 07:41 AM

OMG.... I am so sorry you have to go thru this... sending prayers your way and hugs

Ellie May · 10-25-2010, 10:19 AM

I'm very sorry.

Blood work should be recommended for all elective surgeries, but some vets don't think it's necessary (unfortunately, puppies do have organ dysfunction, so I could never go with the idea that it isn't needed). It checks organs, electrolytes, and a CBC is done to check for infection, etc. This is no way guarantees a safe anesthetic experience. There is no way to know whether or not they will react; but it does give a good indication of whether or not their bodies can handle it.

I'm really not sure why it is $5K either. Even with a cardiac echo, that seems like a lot. Have you transferred him to an emergency hospital/vet school?

What anesthesia was used?

celstu1 · 10-25-2010, 12:04 PM

This is HEARTBREAKING! That picture of Max makes me want to cry for real. (((HUGS))) to you. The vet should cover the costs of all this at this point. Why did the vet who did the neuter not do bloodwork first?? The vet should be responsible for the health and well being of your pup BEFORE ever putting him under like that.

Man, my heart is just broken.
I pray Max makes a recovery, I soooo pray for that. My heart is with you, my thoughts and prayers too.

Rhetts_mama · 10-25-2010, 03:07 PM

First of all, I am sorry about Max. I hope he makes a full recovery. I can't imagine how scared you must be right now.

But there are several posts here that are really bothering me. There is an automatic assumption that the vet did something wrong and therefore needs to A) be sued or B) pick up the costs of the care. Without knowing the ENTIRE story, none of us should be going down that path. Bad things happen. Even if the care was impeccable, things can still go wrong in an instant that no one had any control over. The OP says the vet never told her about doing pre-op blood work, but that doesn't mean it wasn't done. Even if it was, it's only a PREDICTOR of how well the body will tolerate anesthesia, not a guarantee. Not every test under the sun is done as part of that pre-op work up. Clotting disorders, embolisms and even a reaction the anesthesia it's self can't be predicted with the routine tests. I understand wanting to place blame, it's a natural reaction. JMO, but right now the focus should be on Max's recovery. Everything else can be dealt with later.

enchilila · 10-25-2010, 05:32 PM

Prayers are going out to your little boy, Max. I'm so sorry this has happened. Please let us know how he is doing.

chloe-mom · 10-26-2010, 05:01 AM

That poor baby, pictures are heartbreaking. How is he this morning?

ladyjane · 10-26-2010, 05:28 AM

The OP has not posted an update since 10/22 but has been online...was here yesterday.
OP, please post an update!

ally173 · 10-26-2010, 05:42 AM

the OP wanted to share this sad news with you

I had to put Max down on Friday evening. He just couldn't fight anymore. Now is part of my mission for life.

Yorkies need extra attention and just can't get neutured like other dogs.

Please pass this story on about Max. I want to help all the little ones ahead of him.

I had to put his bills on care credit. So now I have to start to file a lawsuit against this vet.

I hope you will pass this story on.

ladyjane · 10-26-2010, 05:44 AM

Thank you for posting this.

Poor baby. Just a terribly tragic story.

I will pray for the OP.

RIP Max.

celstu1 · 10-26-2010, 05:51 AM

So sad!

RIP sweet Max! I'm so sorry you never had a chance to live a full life. My heart is broken for the OP and for the pup.

kjc · 10-26-2010, 05:52 AM

I'm so sorry. RIP Little Max.

Patti · 10-26-2010, 06:00 AM

I am so sorry.

lmperez · 10-26-2010, 06:13 AM

I am so sorry for your loss. RIP Max. Prays are with the OP.

SLewis024 · 10-26-2010, 06:35 AM

I am so sorry :'( Prayers and well wishes are being sent your way. RIP little Max

10-25-2010, 07:35 AM	#31
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10-25-2010, 07:41 AM	#32
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10-25-2010, 10:19 AM	#33
Ellie May And Rylee Finnegan Donating Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Metro Detroit, MI Posts: 17,928	I'm very sorry. Blood work should be recommended for all elective surgeries, but some vets don't think it's necessary (unfortunately, puppies do have organ dysfunction, so I could never go with the idea that it isn't needed). It checks organs, electrolytes, and a CBC is done to check for infection, etc. This is no way guarantees a safe anesthetic experience. There is no way to know whether or not they will react; but it does give a good indication of whether or not their bodies can handle it. I'm really not sure why it is $5K either. Even with a cardiac echo, that seems like a lot. Have you transferred him to an emergency hospital/vet school? What anesthesia was used? __________________ Crystal, Ellie May (RIP), Rylee Finnegan, and Gracie Boo🐶

10-25-2010, 12:04 PM	#34
celstu1 Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: New Hampshire Posts: 10,534	This is HEARTBREAKING! That picture of Max makes me want to cry for real. (((HUGS))) to you. The vet should cover the costs of all this at this point. Why did the vet who did the neuter not do bloodwork first?? The vet should be responsible for the health and well being of your pup BEFORE ever putting him under like that. Man, my heart is just broken. I pray Max makes a recovery, I soooo pray for that. My heart is with you, my thoughts and prayers too. __________________ “Petting, scratching, and cuddling a dog could be as soothing to the mind and heart as deep meditation and almost as good for the soul as prayer.” ― Dean Koontz

10-25-2010, 03:07 PM	#35
Rhetts_mama Donating YT 4000 Club Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Georgia Posts: 5,959 Blog Entries: 1	First of all, I am sorry about Max. I hope he makes a full recovery. I can't imagine how scared you must be right now. But there are several posts here that are really bothering me. There is an automatic assumption that the vet did something wrong and therefore needs to A) be sued or B) pick up the costs of the care. Without knowing the ENTIRE story, none of us should be going down that path. Bad things happen. Even if the care was impeccable, things can still go wrong in an instant that no one had any control over. The OP says the vet never told her about doing pre-op blood work, but that doesn't mean it wasn't done. Even if it was, it's only a PREDICTOR of how well the body will tolerate anesthesia, not a guarantee. Not every test under the sun is done as part of that pre-op work up. Clotting disorders, embolisms and even a reaction the anesthesia it's self can't be predicted with the routine tests. I understand wanting to place blame, it's a natural reaction. JMO, but right now the focus should be on Max's recovery. Everything else can be dealt with later. __________________ Don't get your knickers in a knot. Nothing is solved and it just makes you walk funny. Last edited by Rhetts_mama; 10-25-2010 at 03:10 PM.

10-25-2010, 05:32 PM	#36
enchilila Donating YT 5000 Club Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Central Texas Posts: 9,689	Prayers are going out to your little boy, Max. I'm so sorry this has happened. Please let us know how he is doing. __________________ "Betty Boop" The light of my life & the joy of my living!

10-26-2010, 05:01 AM	#37
chloe-mom Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Manchester, Ky Posts: 136	That poor baby, pictures are heartbreaking. How is he this morning?

10-26-2010, 05:28 AM	#38
ladyjane Resident Yorkie Nut Donating YT 20K Club Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Texas Posts: 27,490	The OP has not posted an update since 10/22 but has been online...was here yesterday. OP, please post an update! __________________ CLOUD NINE BEDS--YORKIE HAVEN RESCUE MY ETSY SHOP

10-26-2010, 05:42 AM	#39
ally173 YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: cliffside park, nj, usa Posts: 1,170	the OP wanted to share this sad news with you I had to put Max down on Friday evening. He just couldn't fight anymore. Now is part of my mission for life. Yorkies need extra attention and just can't get neutured like other dogs. Please pass this story on about Max. I want to help all the little ones ahead of him. I had to put his bills on care credit. So now I have to start to file a lawsuit against this vet. I hope you will pass this story on. __________________ Ava's mom

10-26-2010, 05:44 AM	#40
ladyjane Resident Yorkie Nut Donating YT 20K Club Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Texas Posts: 27,490	Thank you for posting this. Poor baby. Just a terribly tragic story. I will pray for the OP. RIP Max. __________________ CLOUD NINE BEDS--YORKIE HAVEN RESCUE MY ETSY SHOP

10-26-2010, 05:51 AM	#41
celstu1 Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: New Hampshire Posts: 10,534	So sad! RIP sweet Max! I'm so sorry you never had a chance to live a full life. My heart is broken for the OP and for the pup. __________________ “Petting, scratching, and cuddling a dog could be as soothing to the mind and heart as deep meditation and almost as good for the soul as prayer.” ― Dean Koontz

10-26-2010, 05:52 AM	#42
kjc I♥PeekTinkySaph&Finny Donating Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Baltimore, Maryland Posts: 18,872	I'm so sorry. RIP Little Max. __________________ Kat Chloe Lizzy PeekABooTinkerbell SapphireInfinity

10-26-2010, 06:00 AM	#43
Patti Donating YT 30K Club Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Illinois Posts: 35,509 Blog Entries: 6	I am so sorry. __________________ Cali Pixie Roxie : RIP Nikki; RIP Maya;RIP my sweet Dixie girl 1/17/08 http://callipuppyscastle.bravehost.com/index.html

10-26-2010, 06:13 AM	#44
lmperez YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: USA Posts: 600	I am so sorry for your loss. RIP Max. Prays are with the OP.

10-26-2010, 06:35 AM	#45
SLewis024 Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Rochester, Ny, USA Posts: 173	I am so sorry :'( Prayers and well wishes are being sent your way. RIP little Max __________________ Shannon&London