Originally Posted by Carol Banta (Post 3794471)

I just wanted to send a word of encouragement for your Cookie. In Feb of 2008 my little Yorkie Brodie became very ill, trouble breathing and was accumulating fluid in his lungs. It seemed like his whole body was swelling and he would just lay stretched out flat to be able to breathe. Our regular vet couldn"t figure out the problem, put him on lasix which didn"t help and told us this may just be something he would have to live with, with out really knowing what the problem was. This was not acceptable so I searched for a new vet 2 hours away. After some testing I was told he thought Brody had Lymphangectasia, and if he did the prognosis was grim, most dogs dont live past a year after being diagnosed, I was devistated. This vet was familiar with the disease and was willing to do what ever he could to help Brody. Brody went thru 2 thoracocentisis to drain the fluid from his abdomen and chest and received 2 plasma infusions to replace the lost proteins, as well as being put on prednisone, metronidazole and baytril at different times. We were sent to a specialty hospital for a biopsy to confirm the diagnosis of Lymphangectasia which was positive, at least now we knew for sure what we were dealing with. Brody was then put on a special diet which we strictly adhere to and after 4-5 monthes he was off all medication. Today 4 years later Brody is healthy and happy and we have had only 1 mild flare up. This disease can be manageable, you just have to have a vet that is willing to really monitor your dog closley. I am sending a prayer for Cookie and hope she does as well as my Brody has.

Carol

Originally Posted by BabyGirl Rosie (Post 3794578)

Linda I don't know how I missed this! I am so glad that Cookie is doing so much better! :) Wonderful news!! I am home cooking for Rosie now. And yes it is very important to get help from an expert. I had to buy a specific scale to get very accurate measurements. But that is ok, we do what we have too. Hugs to Cookie!

Originally Posted by ladyjane (Post 3794910)

Does Rosie love her new diet as much as Cookie? She is so funny...she watches every move while I am making it. The best part is that she is doing so well now!

Originally Posted by Taryn0405 (Post 3795189)

Gah where have I been!?!

Yay go Cookie!! Linda, I'm so happy she's back to her normal adorable self (shaved chicken leg and all!:p). Such good news, and to hear that she's loving her food? Can't ask for a better Valentines Day gift! So excited for little miss Cookie!

*Hugs*

Originally Posted by teacup0819 (Post 3795794)

I'm really happy to hear that Cookie is doing so much better now. I had followed your first thread and thought about her often. I just saw your update now and am so relieved to hear she will feeling good and eating. I'm sure your home-cooked meals are more to her liking anyway ;) Hugs to Cookie and all your pups!!

Originally Posted by ladyjane (Post 3795837)

Thank you...I am so happy that she is doing well. :) I hope it continues and I will have her for as long as I had always hoped. I figured she would be one that lived to a ripe old age! :)

Originally Posted by Perrella (Post 3795853)

You bet-cha, Cookie will be the one that lives to a ripe old age:thumbup: So glad to see she is doing well and loving her food. You are such a great mommy Linda!:) Cookie is one lucky little girlie :D

Originally Posted by diannenet (Post 3795860)

I am so glad to hear the good news Linda. Cookie is so photogenic!

Originally Posted by LuvMySissy (Post 3795884)

Glad to hear Cookie is doing so well. I have a success story with my Sissy, only her diagnosis was Protein Losing Enteropathy. Nutrition consult, special diet (she is on a combo of dehydrated raw and steamed talapia) and supplements (that continue today) and 3 years later she is happy and healthy!!!!

Originally Posted by Ringo1 (Post 3795975)

My hat's off to you, Linda, for taking such good care of Cookie. Cookie is a very lucky girl to have landed where she did.

Originally Posted by ladyjane (Post 3795977)

Awww thank you...but honestly she gives me so much more than I do her. She is a joy! :)