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kjc · 03-08-2011, 07:10 PM

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Originally Posted by yorkietalkjilly

Oh, no. Oh, no. I am so sorry. Oh, what horrible news. Please accept my heartfelt sympathy for this awful news and I pray that she will not suffer. This is the worst news. I am so sorry for Tinkerbell. Poor little girl. I know you are just numb.

Thanks...Hoping the vet may have something good to say tomorrow...

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Originally Posted by Lolasmom1211

I am so sorry. I was under the impression that you meant MVD - I didn't realize that you meant something different. I have learned a lot about shunts and MVD and how to manage them in the last 2 years, but I know nothing about what you are talking about since we have not encountered it. Hopefully it will be able to be managed medically and with diet and the outcome will be positive. I will continue to pray and send positive thoughts your way.

Thank you... Tink is maybe the 2nd or 3rd dog I'm aware of with multiple shunting...

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Originally Posted by AllDogBoots

Kathy, I don't know a whole lot about MVD but my heart goes out to you. I pray that Tinkerbell can overcome whatever she may be diagnosed with. You have helped me countless times with my dogs' health and I am so very hopeful that you and Tinkerbell can get through this together.

Thanks... I'll find out more when I talk to the vet tomorrow morning...

kjc · 03-08-2011, 07:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Lizzie07

I know you are heartbroken at this news. I am so sorry, my heart goes out to you. I really don't know what to say except to love and enjoy Tink for every moment you can.

Thanks... Hopefully we'll have some time for fun...

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Originally Posted by dispatcher

Oh i am so very sorry to hear that

I will keep her in my prayers

Thank you...

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Originally Posted by megansmomma

I am so sorry.

Me too.

MauiGirl · 03-08-2011, 07:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Patti

I am so sorry. I thought she had MVD not multiple shunts. I also didn't know they couldn't repair multiple shunts. I will keep her in my prayers.

I thought the same thing. So sorry, and I am at a loss for words other than to say I'm praying for Tink still.

teacup0819 · 03-08-2011, 08:02 PM

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Originally Posted by kjc

Tinkerbell may have MVD, this will be determined when the biopsy results come in.

She does have multiple extrahepatic shunts, they only fix dogs that have one extrahepatic shunt (usually). This is not good news. This means that what we have been doing is the only thing that can be done for her. This is a death sentence.

My heart goes out to you and Tink. I am so sorry that this is the outcome and am praying for a miracle for her.

kjc · 03-08-2011, 08:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Maximo

I am deeply sorry. Did the vet give you any indication how long?

Thanks.... It really varies in each dog, but he did say no longer than 6-7 years. Tink is 4 1/2 years now, so maybe 1.5 - 2 years longer, optimum.

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Originally Posted by babbsiam44

Oh my God! For once I am at a loss for words because my heart is in my throat. Please forgive me of my ignorance to this situation, I just wish I could do something for you.

I thought this was a learning forum...where I could come and be so educated. I have been educated on heartbreaks for sure. What I want to learn is how to make you and Tink feel better. If I only had the power to, I would. You and Tink have a piece of my

.

When I first joined this forum your post was one of the first I read. I have always looked up to your advice. You have given so much of yourself here...I just want to know what can I give you back?

Even for the fact that I do not know you I want to tell you that I love you and Tink. I do not care how big or small your needs are... please, just ask. I am here, right along with the other members.

May God Bless and keep you and may He make his Face shine upon you.......Barbara

Thank you... your post made me smile which was kind of hard to do today. Thanks too for the love, and caring for us, and your kind offer to help. Right now, all I can think of is that Tink is going to need a miracle...

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Originally Posted by Patti

I am so sorry. I thought she had MVD not multiple shunts. I also didn't know they couldn't repair multiple shunts. I will keep her in my prayers.

Thanks... Multiple shunts occurs when the blood pressure in the liver is too high, so if any shunts are closed off (increasing the pressure even more), more shunts will pop out to relieve the pressure. I haven't heard of it happening to often on here, more frequently it is either MVD or a single shunt. Figures Tink would have to be different...

kjc · 03-08-2011, 08:38 PM

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Originally Posted by MauiGirl

I thought the same thing. So sorry, and I am at a loss for words other than to say I'm praying for Tink still.

Thanks... prayers are much appreciated.

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Originally Posted by teacup0819

My heart goes out to you and Tink. I am so sorry that this is the outcome and am praying for a miracle for her.

Thank you.

Maximo · 03-08-2011, 08:45 PM

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Originally Posted by kjc

Thanks.... It really varies in each dog, but he did say no longer than 6-7 years. Tink is 4 1/2 years now, so maybe 1.5 - 2 years longer, optimum.

I pray that Tink will beat the odds and have more time.

LaviniaHyacynth · 03-08-2011, 08:59 PM

Hi Kathy, My beloved dog, Vivi, also had liver shunt,kidney stones, and congestive heart failure. It was discovered a few months before she turned 2. Dr. Tobias reviewed her records and told my vet that she was surprised that she had survived to that point. It was inoperable and I was told to enjoy the little time I had left with her. I kept the details away from Vivi

That was over 4 years ago and Vivi lived to see her 6th birthday. She passed away over Thanksgiving but she long outlived her medical diagnosis. It can and does happen so love and cherish your precious Tink and she will surprise you. Many hugs, kathryn

lisaly · 03-08-2011, 09:21 PM

I am praying for a miracle for Tink and believe it can happen. With your huge heart and capacity to love, Tink is in great hands. My little one, Gracie, defied the odds with her collapsed trachea. She lived five years longer than her doctor expected her to, and she had a great, active, extremely happy life. You need to keep loving, enjoying, and caring for your sweet Tinkerbell like you have been. Every day is so precious with our little ones. I am so sorry that you received such bad news. I will keep believing in the power of love and prayer, and I hope that you and Tink have a great many happy and healthy days together.

kjc · 03-09-2011, 03:51 AM

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Originally Posted by Maximo

I pray that Tink will beat the odds and have more time.

Thank you.

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Originally Posted by LaviniaHyacynth

Hi Kathy, My beloved dog, Vivi, also had liver shunt,kidney stones, and congestive heart failure. It was discovered a few months before she turned 2. Dr. Tobias reviewed her records and told my vet that she was surprised that she had survived to that point. It was inoperable and I was told to enjoy the little time I had left with her. I kept the details away from Vivi

That was over 4 years ago and Vivi lived to see her 6th birthday. She passed away over Thanksgiving but she long outlived her medical diagnosis. It can and does happen so love and cherish your precious Tink and she will surprise you. Many hugs, kathryn

Thanks for sharing Vivi's story...

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Originally Posted by lisaly

I am praying for a miracle for Tink and believe it can happen. With your huge heart and capacity to love, Tink is in great hands. My little one, Gracie, defied the odds with her collapsed trachea. She lived five years longer than her doctor expected her to, and she had a great, active, extremely happy life. You need to keep loving, enjoying, and caring for your sweet Tinkerbell like you have been. Every day is so precious with our little ones. I am so sorry that you received such bad news. I will keep believing in the power of love and prayer, and I hope that you and Tink have a great many happy and healthy days together.

Thank you for keeping my Tinky in your prayers, my friend. Tink has been full of surprises so far, I can only hope and pray for just a few more...

kjc · 03-09-2011, 04:17 AM

I intended to post this last night...

I spoke to her care tech, he said she was a bit vocal prior to having the surgery... and that she's doing as expected. They are keeping her quiet and she likes her pain meds. They were going to offer her some food a bit later last night... I'll find out this morning how she's doing and what can be done to help her...

When I dropped her off yesterday morning, she tried to entice strangers to take her home with them.... she even resorted to performing tricks of her own free will in the lobby...

BonBon · 03-09-2011, 05:07 AM

Oh Kathy, I'm so sorry! I misunderstood also - I don't know much about shunts or MVD. Please know that you and Tink are with me in my prayers always.

She sounds like a little warrior, doing tricks and plotting ways to get people to take her home. What a character! When you can, give her gentle get-well YT kisses for us.

Hugs to you both,
Bonny

yorkietalkjilly · 03-09-2011, 06:21 AM

Thank you so much for the update. I had to smile in spite of myself at that mental picture of Tinkerbell trying to charm people into taking her home with her tricks. I pray that she recovers very quickly from her surgery and that her medical management for her shunts will keep her with you far, far longer than anticipated. Love can work wonders and maybe there is another Yorkie miracle out there for this precious girl. With advances in veterinary medicine coming at such speed, maybe a treatment is on the horizon. Tinkerbell sounds like one in a million. I will be praying that the she beats all the odds and you two have a bright future together.

kjc · 03-09-2011, 06:44 AM

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Originally Posted by BonBon

Oh Kathy, I'm so sorry! I misunderstood also - I don't know much about shunts or MVD. Please know that you and Tink are with me in my prayers always.

She sounds like a little warrior, doing tricks and plotting ways to get people to take her home. What a character! When you can, give her gentle get-well YT kisses for us.

Hugs to you both,
Bonny

Thanks... That's my Tinkymoose!

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Originally Posted by yorkietalkjilly

Thank you so much for the update. I had to smile in spite of myself at that mental picture of Tinkerbell trying to charm people into taking her home with her tricks. I pray that she recovers very quickly from her surgery and that her medical management for her shunts will keep her with you far, far longer than anticipated. Love can work wonders and maybe there is another Yorkie miracle out there for this precious girl. With advances in veterinary medicine coming at such speed, maybe a treatment is on the horizon. Tinkerbell sounds like one in a million. I will be praying that the she beats all the odds and you two have a bright future together.

Thanks.... I still have hope that something can be done... and if not, we will have a fun time this summer... for starters....

kjc · 03-09-2011, 07:39 AM

I just got off the phone with Tink's surgeon, he said she did well last night, but is still a bit pinful so he's keeping her on IV fluids and IV pain meds for today. Taking it one day at a time.... Going to try to feed her later.

I asked some difficult questions, the first one I'm sure has been on some minds here too. And that question was: If this surgery had been done 2 years ago, would there have been any difference in the outcome of what we're facing today? And he said, 'No'. Absolutely not. She has Acquired Multiple Shunting, which occurs with Liver Disease, and is usually seen in much older dogs. He doesn't know what has caused this, he may know more when the biopsy results come back, either Friday or Monday. And until those results are known, he can't say exactly how to treat her, so one day at a time....

He said I could visit, but I don't think I should, because she gets so excited. She hates to be left, and thinks no one will be coming back for her. So if she sees me and I don't take her home when I leave, I think this would be more hurtful to her. Hopefully, she's been pretty much in Lalaland and has lost track of time, so maybe not missing me too much.

It's funny and sad, but even when they took her away to get blood the day before she was admitted, the look on her face when she sees me waiting for her is too much, she's always surprised to see I have waited for her. And then she gets so happy. And, yes, I'm talking about being separated for all of 5 minutes!

My other 3 pups are either scared to death that I got rid of Tinky and that they are next, or that Tink really is the bad actor, ring leader, master manipulator... they are on their best behavior, ever. They keep looking for her, and like me, when we hear a squeaky toy we think she is here! All the toys (all 5 million of them, lol!) she thought were hers, hers alone. Even though she's away right now, we don't want to play with them, because she's not here to police them and steal them back from us when we are lucky enough to get hold of one or two.

We kind of hold our own little mini G.E.s here. The other day, a box mysteriously arrived (haha) from PPE, and they all gathered around to check it out. First we got the bunnies in the hat toy, and that was great, except Finny's head got stuck in the hat and she was running around with it stuck on her face for a few minutes.... too funny. Tink is a Squeaky Toy Abuser, and needs rehab.

Well then I pulled out the wild cat cat hut, and I put it on the floor, and they all went over to it and at the same time all stuck their heads in it looking for more toys, like the hat toy (similar to Hide-a-Squirrel). I laughed so hard... then Finny was trying to drag it away with everybody's heads still in it... so I put a bunch of toys in it so they could pick them out. Then, Peek a Boo climbed in it for a nap.

Gosh, I do miss her so much...

.

03-08-2011, 08:59 PM	#128
LaviniaHyacynth Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: montclair,nj Posts: 925	Hi Kathy, My beloved dog, Vivi, also had liver shunt,kidney stones, and congestive heart failure. It was discovered a few months before she turned 2. Dr. Tobias reviewed her records and told my vet that she was surprised that she had survived to that point. It was inoperable and I was told to enjoy the little time I had left with her. I kept the details away from Vivi That was over 4 years ago and Vivi lived to see her 6th birthday. She passed away over Thanksgiving but she long outlived her medical diagnosis. It can and does happen so love and cherish your precious Tink and she will surprise you. Many hugs, kathryn __________________ Rest in peace my sweet angel dog, Lavinia Hyacynth, Vivi. I love you forever. Bear healed my broken heart!

03-09-2011, 04:17 AM	#131
kjc I♥PeekTinkySaph&Finny Donating Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Baltimore, Maryland Posts: 18,872	Update from last night... I intended to post this last night... I spoke to her care tech, he said she was a bit vocal prior to having the surgery... and that she's doing as expected. They are keeping her quiet and she likes her pain meds. They were going to offer her some food a bit later last night... I'll find out this morning how she's doing and what can be done to help her... When I dropped her off yesterday morning, she tried to entice strangers to take her home with them.... she even resorted to performing tricks of her own free will in the lobby... __________________ Kat Chloe Lizzy PeekABooTinkerbell SapphireInfinity

03-09-2011, 05:07 AM	#132
BonBon Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: With my yorkies Posts: 10,350	Oh Kathy, I'm so sorry! I misunderstood also - I don't know much about shunts or MVD. Please know that you and Tink are with me in my prayers always. She sounds like a little warrior, doing tricks and plotting ways to get people to take her home. What a character! When you can, give her gentle get-well YT kisses for us. Hugs to you both, Bonny __________________ He is your friend, your partner, your defender, your dog. You are his life, his love, his leader. He will be yours, faithful and true, to the last beat of his heart. You owe it to him to be worthy of such devotion. -- Author Unknown

03-09-2011, 07:39 AM	#135
kjc I♥PeekTinkySaph&Finny Donating Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Baltimore, Maryland Posts: 18,872	Update from 3/9/11 9:00AM (Day 1 after Surgery) I just got off the phone with Tink's surgeon, he said she did well last night, but is still a bit pinful so he's keeping her on IV fluids and IV pain meds for today. Taking it one day at a time.... Going to try to feed her later. I asked some difficult questions, the first one I'm sure has been on some minds here too. And that question was: If this surgery had been done 2 years ago, would there have been any difference in the outcome of what we're facing today? And he said, 'No'. Absolutely not. She has Acquired Multiple Shunting, which occurs with Liver Disease, and is usually seen in much older dogs. He doesn't know what has caused this, he may know more when the biopsy results come back, either Friday or Monday. And until those results are known, he can't say exactly how to treat her, so one day at a time.... He said I could visit, but I don't think I should, because she gets so excited. She hates to be left, and thinks no one will be coming back for her. So if she sees me and I don't take her home when I leave, I think this would be more hurtful to her. Hopefully, she's been pretty much in Lalaland and has lost track of time, so maybe not missing me too much. It's funny and sad, but even when they took her away to get blood the day before she was admitted, the look on her face when she sees me waiting for her is too much, she's always surprised to see I have waited for her. And then she gets so happy. And, yes, I'm talking about being separated for all of 5 minutes! My other 3 pups are either scared to death that I got rid of Tinky and that they are next, or that Tink really is the bad actor, ring leader, master manipulator... they are on their best behavior, ever. They keep looking for her, and like me, when we hear a squeaky toy we think she is here! All the toys (all 5 million of them, lol!) she thought were hers, hers alone. Even though she's away right now, we don't want to play with them, because she's not here to police them and steal them back from us when we are lucky enough to get hold of one or two. We kind of hold our own little mini G.E.s here. The other day, a box mysteriously arrived (haha) from PPE, and they all gathered around to check it out. First we got the bunnies in the hat toy, and that was great, except Finny's head got stuck in the hat and she was running around with it stuck on her face for a few minutes.... too funny. Tink is a Squeaky Toy Abuser, and needs rehab. Well then I pulled out the wild cat cat hut, and I put it on the floor, and they all went over to it and at the same time all stuck their heads in it looking for more toys, like the hat toy (similar to Hide-a-Squirrel). I laughed so hard... then Finny was trying to drag it away with everybody's heads still in it... so I put a bunch of toys in it so they could pick them out. Then, Peek a Boo climbed in it for a nap. Gosh, I do miss her so much.... __________________ Kat Chloe Lizzy PeekABooTinkerbell SapphireInfinity

03-08-2011, 09:21 PM	#129
lisaly Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Long Island, New York Posts: 5,892	I am praying for a miracle for Tink and believe it can happen. With your huge heart and capacity to love, Tink is in great hands. My little one, Gracie, defied the odds with her collapsed trachea. She lived five years longer than her doctor expected her to, and she had a great, active, extremely happy life. You need to keep loving, enjoying, and caring for your sweet Tinkerbell like you have been. Every day is so precious with our little ones. I am so sorry that you received such bad news. I will keep believing in the power of love and prayer, and I hope that you and Tink have a great many happy and healthy days together.

03-09-2011, 06:21 AM	#133
yorkietalkjilly ♥ Love My Tibbe! ♥ Donating Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: D/FW, Texas Posts: 22,140	Thank you so much for the update. I had to smile in spite of myself at that mental picture of Tinkerbell trying to charm people into taking her home with her tricks. I pray that she recovers very quickly from her surgery and that her medical management for her shunts will keep her with you far, far longer than anticipated. Love can work wonders and maybe there is another Yorkie miracle out there for this precious girl. With advances in veterinary medicine coming at such speed, maybe a treatment is on the horizon. Tinkerbell sounds like one in a million. I will be praying that the she beats all the odds and you two have a bright future together.