Worried about little Peyton...please pray

[Connie]

I was checking for an update and will be back later. Thinking of you and Peyton and praying he will be okay!

[107barney]

Originally Posted by Bitsy

Thank you all so much. I don't know what I'd do if I didn't have YT for advice and comfort.

I called the vet and he has an appt. for 3:00 today. I am going to ask for the referral to Purdue for his eyes and ears, etc.

I feel like I need him tested for liver shunt as well...based on his lethargy and disinterest in food. How can they test for this? Acid bile test?

I need to get nutrical for him. I have been giving him a little sugar when I worried about his blood sugar level, but I know nutrical is best.

What else do you think I need to ask for? If they don't take this seriously and give me the referral then I have another vet I am going to take him to.

This morning Peyton seemed a little more alert. He piddled and walked a little. Had no interest in food or water. I was just praying he would keep down the little he ate last night. So far so good. He is curled up sleeping again on me.

Thank you all again for the comfort and prayers. You are all the best. I'll update after visit for sure or if there is any change.

God bless you and your little ones too.

A couple of things about specialty vets -
You can call and make an appointment yourself. Do it before your visit, and when you get to your regular vet inform them "I have an appointment for Peyton with Dr. _____ at _______ and it is on (date) at (time). I would like for you to write up a packet and send my records so they have all the information"

You can always cancel, and if your vet objects, you should ask why they want to keep a case that seems like it belongs with a specialist. Do not be afraid to ask questions, including the direct and pointed ones. You are your dog's voice.

As for Bile Acids Testing - I'd probably let the specialist do it, since you are going anyway. I have my own opinions about why I always do BAT testing with my specialists -- the main one being that the techs drawing blood generally are certified, have better technique overall, and I just want consistency of results. I have had BATs drawn by my regular vet also but 99% of the time I do it at the specialty hospital.

Please keep us posted on Peyton and good luck today.

ETA: Just tell the vet that you wish to have a BAT test because yorkies are 36x more likely than all other breeds combined to be afflicted with some form of liver shunt (single portosystemic shunt or microscopic shunting or even acquired shunting). The test for BAT is $80 here, so be prepared that this will tack on to the regular bloodwork. I might start with regular blood work and the consult and add the BAT testing later depending on the results. If you can afford it, do it all at once.

[Bitsy]

Such good advice from everyone. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for caring enough to help.

I called Purdue and talked to the emergency office and asked if I should bring him in or wait till regular hours. She said I should go ahead and bring him in.

So, that is what I am going to do.

I feel so much better knowing I am at least doing all I can do and that I should get answers to my concerns one way or another.

I need to wait for my husband to get home from work, which should be in about 3 hours. Then I will head to Lafayette. Please keep the prayers coming! I'll have my iPhone with me, so I can post updates as I get them.

Thanks again.

[107barney]

Originally Posted by Bitsy

Such good advice from everyone. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for caring enough to help.

I called Purdue and talked to the emergency office and asked if I should bring him in or wait till regular hours. She said I should go ahead and bring him in.

So, that is what I am going to do.

I feel so much better knowing I am at least doing all I can do and that I should get answers to my concerns one way or another.

I need to wait for my husband to get home from work, which should be in about 3 hours. Then I will head to Lafayette. Please keep the prayers coming! I'll have my iPhone with me, so I can post updates as I get them.

Thanks again.

Good for you! You have the YT prayers on Peyton's side and we will all be looking for an update. You will get some answers today at Perdue, and I hope that he will soon be on his way to good treatment for whatever is going on.

ETA: I wanted to say that I would let the specialists guide this process with you. I would talk about BATs but I would see if that is the recommendation or not. It may not be a liver problem, this could be any number of things so don't hold hard and fast with any one set thing in your head.

[boopster]

You are doing the best you can for this little dog and I applaud you. There are a lot more knowledgeable people in this group than me, but I'm going to give you one suggestion anyway. When Tallulah has had an upset tummy and doesn't seem interested in food I gave her some well-cooked whit rice made with chicken broth ( just the product of simmering a skinless chicken breast, no seasonings) that I blended to make creamy. After a coulpe of meals of rice I added a little chicken and blended. She loves the stuff. Once she was feeling better I very slowly added her regular food at each meal.

But ask the vet if you should be following any special dietary restrictions based on the results of the exam.

I will be praying for your little one.

[Perrella]

Sending many prayers for little Peyton.

[Izzysmimi]

I`ve not posted here for awhile.
I read this and it broke my heart..I am praying for your baby Peyton.
Please post a report on him ASAP.
In the mean time know there are many here thinking of both of you and praying hard that everything will be well.

[Yorkiedaze]

Just reading this for the first time and I'm in tears this morning. I'm going to say a prayer that this baby can be helped and that he won't suffer. I'm so very, very sorry this is happening.

[Ashley V]

Wishing the best to you and Peyton. This baby has found a great home and we're praying for positive results!

[Maximo]

Praying for your little Peyton. I'm glad you are getting him in to see the doctor today.

[ladyjane]

Good luck at Purdue today! I will be keeping you and little Peyton in my thoughts and prayers.

[yorkieusa]

Originally Posted by 107barney

A couple of things about specialty vets -
You can call and make an appointment yourself. Do it before your visit, and when you get to your regular vet inform them "I have an appointment for Peyton with Dr. _____ at _______ and it is on (date) at (time). I would like for you to write up a packet and send my records so they have all the information"

You can always cancel, and if your vet objects, you should ask why they want to keep a case that seems like it belongs with a specialist. Do not be afraid to ask questions, including the direct and pointed ones. You are your dog's voice.

As for Bile Acids Testing - I'd probably let the specialist do it, since you are going anyway. I have my own opinions about why I always do BAT testing with my specialists -- the main one being that the techs drawing blood generally are certified, have better technique overall, and I just want consistency of results. I have had BATs drawn by my regular vet also but 99% of the time I do it at the specialty hospital.

Please keep us posted on Peyton and good luck today.

ETA: Just tell the vet that you wish to have a BAT test because yorkies are 36x more likely than all other breeds combined to be afflicted with some form of liver shunt (single portosystemic shunt or microscopic shunting or even acquired shunting). The test for BAT is $80 here, so be prepared that this will tack on to the regular bloodwork. I might start with regular blood work and the consult and add the BAT testing later depending on the results. If you can afford it, do it all at once.

Such wonderful advice!

Originally Posted by Bitsy

Such good advice from everyone. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for caring enough to help.

I called Purdue and talked to the emergency office and asked if I should bring him in or wait till regular hours. She said I should go ahead and bring him in.

So, that is what I am going to do.

I feel so much better knowing I am at least doing all I can do and that I should get answers to my concerns one way or another.

I need to wait for my husband to get home from work, which should be in about 3 hours. Then I will head to Lafayette. Please keep the prayers coming! I'll have my iPhone with me, so I can post updates as I get them.

Thanks again.

I'll be thinking of you both and praying for you and little Peyton.

[abbey46923]

I hope you find the answer's to what is wrong with Peyton, Perdue is a wonderful place.
Hope the weather holds out for you, so far it is just raining here.

Prayers going out to you that you find the answers today and Peyton will be up and playing soon.

[Bitsy]

At Purdue now. Parvo was negative, waiting on blood results. His soft spot is open, so vet is concerned about hydrocephalus. Will know where to go next based on blood work.

Initial exam makes him think Peyton is at least mostly deaf and blind and may have neuro problems as well.

Will update when I know more...

[yorkieusa]

Well, it isn't a happy picture, but at least you are going to have some answers and they can tell you where to go from there. Thank you for updating.