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107barney · 03-21-2011, 04:07 PM

I'm sorry to hear the news. I believe (not sure on this 100% though) that BUN can change significantly with diet though so you may see some improvement with the K/D. LadyJane kept her little Cody alive for many years despite Renal failure. Many dogs can live with it and have a good quality of life. Some need fluid therapy and it sounds like your little guy just needs a diet change right now. Also, my Barney had an elevated creatinine and two weeks later it was normal and we linked it back to him eating spinach!

ladyjane · 03-21-2011, 04:13 PM

Definitely, as 107barney said, diet is extremely important in pups with renal failure. I have actually had two with it who both lived for a long time with good dietary management. My Cody was diagnosed when I got him at the age of 8 and he lived to be almost 13. Sassy lived much longer with it but I don't recall exactly how many years she had it.

If your vet has not changed the diet yet, I strongly advise asking him/her about it.

Micah my love · 03-21-2011, 04:16 PM

I am so sorry i hope Sammy gets better soon

Sammy Mommy · 03-21-2011, 04:17 PM

ladyjane, the vet switched him to k/d dog food which he is eating!! He is also on vitamin too. So I'm keeping my fingers crossed!

ladyjane · 03-21-2011, 04:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Sammy Mommy

ladyjane, the vet switched him to k/d dog food which he is eating!! He is also on vitamin too. So I'm keeping my fingers crossed!

If he gets tired of that food, ask about Purina NF. My two hated K/D, but I heard they changed it some time back so maybe dogs like it better now!

I will say a prayer for him...I think that you will most likely see his numbers drop if you stick with that diet! Keep us posted.

chattiesmom · 03-21-2011, 04:36 PM

Prayers for you and Sammy. I know the ups and downs of dealing with an elder dog - our Boxer turns 15 in early May and she surprises us every day with her stamina, appetite and overall good health (considering she has a heart condition and has outlived boxer's general life expectancy by several years).

I would almost bet that with the change in diet you will see significant changes with his next bloodwork. And something else to think about -- sometimes bloodwork is not done right and ##'s are wrong.

111lily222 · 03-21-2011, 06:16 PM

Sending prayers for Sammy and you. I know what you are going through. My Brody had advanced renal failure, had him on kd food and sub-q fluids twice a day. Sammy not vomiting everyday is a very good sign, and the levels can change for the better. Stay strong, and keep us posted!

yorkieusa · 03-21-2011, 06:22 PM

I hope there was something wrong with the test and it was a mistake. I hope you have precious Sammy for a very long time. He might surprise you and outlive the vet's expectations!

Lil Sis · 03-21-2011, 06:23 PM

oh sending prayers... i hope all turns out ok

Sammy Mommy · 03-21-2011, 06:35 PM

Thank you everybody again. I feel so much better after talking with all of you. You guys are the absolute best!!!!! Just tucked my Sammy in for the night and I'm going to bed too.

Charlies Mamma · 03-21-2011, 07:04 PM

Im so sorry for your news, is it possible that it could be something else since he is so healthy in every other aspect. I would think that you would notice significant changes in him if he were that sick with renal failure (but Im not a vet) Sending prayers

Maximo · 03-21-2011, 07:08 PM

Sending good thoughts and prayers for Sammy.

BonBon · 03-22-2011, 04:59 AM

Sending prayers and good thoughts for you and Sammy.

Hugs,
Bonny

cally930 · 03-22-2011, 05:55 AM

Sending my prayers

Lovetodream88 · 03-22-2011, 06:56 AM

Im so sorry I am praying for you and Sammy

03-21-2011, 04:07 PM	#16
107barney T. Bumpkins & Co. Donating YT Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: New England Posts: 9,816	I'm sorry to hear the news. I believe (not sure on this 100% though) that BUN can change significantly with diet though so you may see some improvement with the K/D. LadyJane kept her little Cody alive for many years despite Renal failure. Many dogs can live with it and have a good quality of life. Some need fluid therapy and it sounds like your little guy just needs a diet change right now. Also, my Barney had an elevated creatinine and two weeks later it was normal and we linked it back to him eating spinach! __________________ T. Bumpkins & Co. Washable Doggie Pee Pads (Save 10% Enter YTSAVE10 at checkout) Cathy, Teddy, Winston and Baby Clyde...RIP angels Barney and Daisy

03-21-2011, 04:13 PM	#17
ladyjane Resident Yorkie Nut Donating YT 20K Club Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Texas Posts: 27,490	Definitely, as 107barney said, diet is extremely important in pups with renal failure. I have actually had two with it who both lived for a long time with good dietary management. My Cody was diagnosed when I got him at the age of 8 and he lived to be almost 13. Sassy lived much longer with it but I don't recall exactly how many years she had it. If your vet has not changed the diet yet, I strongly advise asking him/her about it. __________________ CLOUD NINE BEDS--YORKIE HAVEN RESCUE MY ETSY SHOP

03-21-2011, 04:16 PM	#18
Micah my love Donating YT 100K Club Member & Top YorkieTalk Poster! Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: western KY Posts: 108,935	I am so sorry i hope Sammy gets better soon __________________ Betty & Micah my love + Yogi

03-21-2011, 04:36 PM	#21
chattiesmom Donating YT 10K Club Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Alabama Posts: 17,674	Prayers for you and Sammy. I know the ups and downs of dealing with an elder dog - our Boxer turns 15 in early May and she surprises us every day with her stamina, appetite and overall good health (considering she has a heart condition and has outlived boxer's general life expectancy by several years). I would almost bet that with the change in diet you will see significant changes with his next bloodwork. And something else to think about -- sometimes bloodwork is not done right and ##'s are wrong. __________________ Silk Step-In Harnesses www.foxypups.etsy.com

03-21-2011, 06:16 PM	#22
111lily222 Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Macomb, MI Posts: 2,112	Sending prayers for Sammy and you. I know what you are going through. My Brody had advanced renal failure, had him on kd food and sub-q fluids twice a day. Sammy not vomiting everyday is a very good sign, and the levels can change for the better. Stay strong, and keep us posted! __________________ Dee and Lil' Louie RIP Lil' Brody boy 6.7.99 - 1.3.10

03-21-2011, 04:17 PM	#19
Sammy Mommy Donating YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: New York Posts: 3,896	ladyjane, the vet switched him to k/d dog food which he is eating!! He is also on vitamin too. So I'm keeping my fingers crossed!

03-21-2011, 06:22 PM	#23
yorkieusa Crazy about Kacee! Donating Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Kansas Posts: 21,173	I hope there was something wrong with the test and it was a mistake. I hope you have precious Sammy for a very long time. He might surprise you and outlive the vet's expectations! __________________ Karen Kacee Muffin 1991-2005 Rest in Peace My Little Angel

03-21-2011, 06:23 PM	#24
Lil Sis Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: South Florida Posts: 8,008	oh sending prayers... i hope all turns out ok __________________ Shinja mom to Remy lil Sis to Bailey and Sammy

03-21-2011, 06:35 PM	#25
Sammy Mommy Donating YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: New York Posts: 3,896	Thank you everybody again. I feel so much better after talking with all of you. You guys are the absolute best!!!!! Just tucked my Sammy in for the night and I'm going to bed too.

03-21-2011, 07:04 PM	#26
Charlies Mamma Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: With CharlieBrown of course! Posts: 1,404	Im so sorry for your news, is it possible that it could be something else since he is so healthy in every other aspect. I would think that you would notice significant changes in him if he were that sick with renal failure (but Im not a vet) Sending prayers __________________ Mom to Bug and Charlie-R.I.P my sweet Charlie 2021

03-21-2011, 07:08 PM	#27
Maximo ♥ Maximo and Teddy Donating Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Northern Virginia Posts: 25,047	Sending good thoughts and prayers for Sammy. __________________ Kristin, Max and Teddy

03-22-2011, 04:59 AM	#28
BonBon Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: With my yorkies Posts: 10,350	Sending prayers and good thoughts for you and Sammy. Hugs, 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

03-22-2011, 05:55 AM	#29
cally930 Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Mt. Sinai, New York Posts: 910	Sending my prayers __________________ Cally Coco & Beckham

03-22-2011, 06:56 AM	#30
Lovetodream88 Yorkie mom of 4 Donating YT Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: LaPlata, Md Posts: 23,249	Im so sorry I am praying for you and Sammy __________________ Taylor My babies Joey, Penny ,Ollie & Dixie Callie Mae, you will forever be in my heart!