1 yr old sick little girl, Luvee...I'm at a loss. - YorkieTalk.com Forums

sassyav8r · 02-19-2013, 11:53 AM

First of all I want to thank all that contribute to this great forum. There is so much great information here and I stalk faithfully. Now it seems that I am in need myself.

A bit of history...
I have a 1 yr. old little girl, only 3 lbs and just had her first heat. Spaying is next but we must get through this first. She has typically been a little spitfire and cheerful nonstop. Loves everyone, which is why her name is Luvee.

I came home from work this Saturday afternoon. She was limping a little and a little less playful. So I decided to skip work on Sunday and stay home. She was a little playful but not herself. Nothing seemed that out of the ordinary. Her limp wasn't bad and she wasn't in pain. So when I woke up Monday morning she had gotten progressively worse. I decided to take her to the emergency hospital. They ran tests and took an x-ray of her legs. Nothing showed up. Her blood work was within the range of normal for a 1 yr. old little girl. (according to the dr) Dr. said her liver was a bit elevated but nothing to be concerned about and to have her tested at my vet clinic next week. Well, after coming home with some meticam and tramadol she has been on it 24 hrs and still not better. She sounds like she is crying. I couldn't stand it so we are headed to my vet in 30 minutes.

Does anyone have any advise for me? My heart is breaking seeing her like this.

Thanks

sassyav8r · 02-19-2013, 03:11 PM

I just got home with my little girl. Still not feeling well. Dr did not know what was wrong. She hasn't vomited or had diarrhea. I'm trying to keep her hydrated with water and pedialite. He sent me home with an antibiotic. She did have an enema while we were there and she went a bit. I am open to suggestions and advice. This has myself and 3 vets stumped.

Yorkiemom1 · 02-19-2013, 03:18 PM

You are in Dallas Texas....I would take her to Texas A&M vet school....they can diagnose her and give you a treatment plan. You cant help her until you know what is wrong with her, and you cant afford to wait for the pup to get worse or for the problem to clearly manefest itself...these babies, especially ones this small, go down hill quickly. Personally I do not like spending money at vets and not having something to hang my hat on.... Take her to A&M....they are a super facility and they have all the specialists and cutting edge equipment needed to help you little girl. God bless you and Luvee and keep us posted on what happens!

sassyav8r · 02-19-2013, 03:29 PM

Thank you for that suggestion. Do you have a contact there? I have taken off from work and can leave tomorrow.

Yorkiemom1 · 02-19-2013, 03:39 PM

You do not need to call ahead for an appointment nor do you need a referral to take an emergency to the small animal hospital....you can just arrive at the campus and tell them you need direction to the small animal hospital....you will get answers there...they are super! I would take any labs you have gotten from your vet....if you can swing by your vet and get her medical records, that will be great....

Yorkiemom1 · 02-19-2013, 03:53 PM

Google Texas A&M university Small Animal Hospital....that may give you directions to exactly where you need to go there...it has been years since I was there and I was there with horses, not small animals....

Yorkiemom1 · 02-19-2013, 03:58 PM

From the A&M site:

If you believe your animal is having a neurologic emergency or an emergency of any kind please contact the Small Animal Clinic at 979-845-2351. We have critical care clinicians on staff 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Dogs and cats with emergencies may come in at any hour and do not require veterinarian referral.

You can get directions by calling 979-845-2351 or on the Maps & Directions page.

GeorgiesMomma · 02-19-2013, 03:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Yorkiemom1

Google Texas A&M university Small Animal Hospital....that may give you directions to exactly where you need to go there...it has been years since I was there and I was there with horses, not small animals....

I agree vet school have them check her spine as well. I will pray for both of you feel free to PM me. I can relate to how you are feeling.

GeorgiesMomma · 02-19-2013, 04:00 PM

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Originally Posted by Yorkiemom1

From the A&M site:

If you believe your animal is having a neurologic emergency or an emergency of any kind please contact the Small Animal Clinic at 979-845-2351. We have critical care clinicians on staff 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Dogs and cats with emergencies may come in at any hour and do not require veterinarian referral.

You can get directions by calling 979-845-2351 or on the Maps & Directions page.

Judy you are awesome! OP please keep us posted on your sweet girl.

chestermama · 02-19-2013, 04:02 PM

hope you find answers soon

Lil Sis · 02-19-2013, 05:07 PM

oh I know you must be so very scared and worried about your little girl. I am sending a prayer that is something simple and after your visit to the small animal clinic like yorkiemom said you will have your answers!

Lil Sis · 02-19-2013, 05:09 PM

sorry ..double post

Good luck!! Please keep us posted

Yorkiemom1 · 02-19-2013, 05:10 PM

I hope anyone within driving distance of A&M, will write those numbers down in case, God forbid, you ever need them...put those where you can lay your hands on them immediately!

GeorgiesMomma · 02-19-2013, 05:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Yorkiemom1

I hope anyone within driving distance of A&M, will write those numbers down in case, God forbid, you ever need them...put those where you can lay your hands on them immediately!

Agreed! What a great place to go in case of an emergency!

Perrella · 02-19-2013, 05:39 PM

Sending prayers for your girl. You both are in mt thoughts.

02-19-2013, 11:53 AM	#1
sassyav8r Donating Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Dallas, Tx Posts: 30	1 yr old sick little girl, Luvee...I'm at a loss. First of all I want to thank all that contribute to this great forum. There is so much great information here and I stalk faithfully. Now it seems that I am in need myself. A bit of history... I have a 1 yr. old little girl, only 3 lbs and just had her first heat. Spaying is next but we must get through this first. She has typically been a little spitfire and cheerful nonstop. Loves everyone, which is why her name is Luvee. I came home from work this Saturday afternoon. She was limping a little and a little less playful. So I decided to skip work on Sunday and stay home. She was a little playful but not herself. Nothing seemed that out of the ordinary. Her limp wasn't bad and she wasn't in pain. So when I woke up Monday morning she had gotten progressively worse. I decided to take her to the emergency hospital. They ran tests and took an x-ray of her legs. Nothing showed up. Her blood work was within the range of normal for a 1 yr. old little girl. (according to the dr) Dr. said her liver was a bit elevated but nothing to be concerned about and to have her tested at my vet clinic next week. Well, after coming home with some meticam and tramadol she has been on it 24 hrs and still not better. She sounds like she is crying. I couldn't stand it so we are headed to my vet in 30 minutes. Does anyone have any advise for me? My heart is breaking seeing her like this. Thanks

02-19-2013, 03:18 PM	#3
Yorkiemom1 Rosehill Yorkies Donating YT Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Houston Texas Posts: 9,462	You are in Dallas Texas....I would take her to Texas A&M vet school....they can diagnose her and give you a treatment plan. You cant help her until you know what is wrong with her, and you cant afford to wait for the pup to get worse or for the problem to clearly manefest itself...these babies, especially ones this small, go down hill quickly. Personally I do not like spending money at vets and not having something to hang my hat on.... Take her to A&M....they are a super facility and they have all the specialists and cutting edge equipment needed to help you little girl. God bless you and Luvee and keep us posted on what happens! Last edited by Yorkiemom1; 02-19-2013 at 03:19 PM.

02-19-2013, 05:07 PM	#11
Lil Sis Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: South Florida Posts: 8,008	oh I know you must be so very scared and worried about your little girl. I am sending a prayer that is something simple and after your visit to the small animal clinic like yorkiemom said you will have your answers! __________________ Shinja mom to Remy lil Sis to Bailey and Sammy

02-19-2013, 05:09 PM	#12
Lil Sis Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: South Florida Posts: 8,008	sorry ..double post Good luck!! Please keep us posted __________________ Shinja mom to Remy lil Sis to Bailey and Sammy

02-19-2013, 05:39 PM	#15
Perrella Donating YT 5000 Club Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: VA Posts: 8,040	Sending prayers for your girl. You both are in mt thoughts. __________________ Tena & Zhoie Sweet Little Miracle

02-19-2013, 03:11 PM	#2
sassyav8r Donating Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Dallas, Tx Posts: 30	I just got home with my little girl. Still not feeling well. Dr did not know what was wrong. She hasn't vomited or had diarrhea. I'm trying to keep her hydrated with water and pedialite. He sent me home with an antibiotic. She did have an enema while we were there and she went a bit. I am open to suggestions and advice. This has myself and 3 vets stumped.

02-19-2013, 03:29 PM	#4
sassyav8r Donating Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Dallas, Tx Posts: 30	Thank you for that suggestion. Do you have a contact there? I have taken off from work and can leave tomorrow.

02-19-2013, 03:39 PM	#5
Yorkiemom1 Rosehill Yorkies Donating YT Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Houston Texas Posts: 9,462	You do not need to call ahead for an appointment nor do you need a referral to take an emergency to the small animal hospital....you can just arrive at the campus and tell them you need direction to the small animal hospital....you will get answers there...they are super! I would take any labs you have gotten from your vet....if you can swing by your vet and get her medical records, that will be great....

02-19-2013, 03:53 PM	#6
Yorkiemom1 Rosehill Yorkies Donating YT Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Houston Texas Posts: 9,462	Google Texas A&M university Small Animal Hospital....that may give you directions to exactly where you need to go there...it has been years since I was there and I was there with horses, not small animals....

02-19-2013, 03:58 PM	#7
Yorkiemom1 Rosehill Yorkies Donating YT Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Houston Texas Posts: 9,462	From the A&M site: If you believe your animal is having a neurologic emergency or an emergency of any kind please contact the Small Animal Clinic at 979-845-2351. We have critical care clinicians on staff 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Dogs and cats with emergencies may come in at any hour and do not require veterinarian referral. You can get directions by calling 979-845-2351 or on the Maps & Directions page.

02-19-2013, 04:02 PM	#10
chestermama YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: washington Posts: 3,383 Blog Entries: 1	hope you find answers soon

02-19-2013, 05:10 PM	#13
Yorkiemom1 Rosehill Yorkies Donating YT Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Houston Texas Posts: 9,462	I hope anyone within driving distance of A&M, will write those numbers down in case, God forbid, you ever need them...put those where you can lay your hands on them immediately!