That's great, Kathy. I have maintained pups for years with renal failure on prescription foods. I used K/D in the past but most of the pups who had to be on the RX foods liked Purina N/F better. If he gets finicky with the K/D ask for the N/F. Yes, their lab values DO improve on those foods!

Great news Kathy !!


"A bite a day keeps the doctor Away" LOL

My poodle had CHF and took lasix and enapril. I think she was started on 2.5mg of enapril but I'm really not sure, she was 12lbs.
The meds made her tired and she lost control of her bladder, she had to start wearing diapers. She also got pickier with food, but I'm not sure what caused it.

I hope he starts acting more like himself soon, it would be amazing if he makes it to 20!

With my poodle the cough sounded like any other cough but she'd gag at the end.

It's such a relief to hear Peek is beginning to come around, also happy the blood test came back good. He's such a little love muffin...I just want him to continue to improve and hold his own.

Peek Needs Prayers
 

I've been on Death Watch with Peek for a few days now. On Wednesday (Christmas evening) he couldn't hold down anything. He would try to drink water and it would come right back out. He also has diarrhea. He has had no interest in food at all. I started to force feed him through a syringe Friday and Saturday, Saturday the vomiting stopped and he started to show interest in water and a tiny bit of baby food. No BMs or pee for 3 days, and can't get up on his own. Today he's drinking more (I offer him food and water every 1-2 hours).

He has started to try to get up when he has to pee, but he still can't stand or walk. I don't know if the vomiting was from the meds or if he caught a bug at the vet's that has made him so ill. I'm giving him supportive care at home, bc he is drinking well at this point and as long as the vomiting doesn't start up and I can get him to eat, I feel there's a chance he may regain his strength. I'll be calling his vet in the morning. I didn't think he would make it through today, but he does seem slightly improved.

Poor Peek, I hope he'll be ok. This must be so stressful for you Kat!
Momo's cough is more like if he's trying to cough out something that's stuck on his throat...maybe it's got nothing to do w/his heart & I'm getting paranoid for nothing! I'll try to get it on vid, good thing to show the vet too, Thanks.

Sorry I couldn't get him on video, he hasn't coughed since his vet visit. It was a dry cough with a hack at the end. I'll try to find a similar video for you.

I'm very sorry. My Kiwi had CHF, and we didn't think she'd survive it. With a great deal of care from us and our wonderful vet, we were able to save her. Unfortunately, she was too weakened by medications that were bad for her kidneys and after going so long without eating. Although she got much better, she went back into heart failure a few weeks later. I know how much you love your baby and how difficult this must be for you. I am praying for both of you.

Thinking of you both x

I'm so sorry Peek A Boo is sick. Prayers being said for your precious baby.

praying for Peek A Boo

Prayers for Peek A Boo...so sorry to hear he has had a setback.

I'm so sorry to hear about Peek's current problems. Oh, Sweetie, you have friends worldwide praying for the best for you. Take care Peek. We love you.

Just read this thread. Sorry to read about the roller coaster of health probs with Peek a Boo. I sure hope that he will turn around again and start recovering. So glad that you got him the to the vets, which can be difficult during the holidays. Sending positive thoughts to you and yours... and of course Peek a Boo! Rooting for you all to have a healthy and happy 2014.

Update...
 

We were up very late last night, and today I fell asleep at the computer for maybe 20-30 minutes. The first thing I checked when I awoke was Peek... he was gone! Not gone gone... gone out of his bed (at my side)... he was up and about... trying to find a place to pee! He's still a bit wobbly, but he can now get up on his own and walk around... about 4-5 feet before he gets tired and sits down. He's drinking better and eating a little bit more each time. So well in fact, I let him have too much and he did vomit some up, but not all of it. I'm so excited and hopeful that maybe this will turn around... I know he's not out of the woods yet.

I didn't take him to the ER bc he was just so weak I didn't think he could handle the stress of the ride and new people handling him, also, if these are his final days, no more poking and prodding. He gave me a 'look' during his last appointment as the tech was carrying him out of the room that I can still see in my mind, bc he's never done that. Like he's had enough, IDK. We're taking it day by day, hour by hour. As long as he's trying, I'll (hopefully awake) be by his side to help him.

Thanks for thinking of him and me during these busy Holidays. We truly appreciate all your thoughts and prayers.

During illness it is amazing what we normally take for granted. Thanks for bringing this point home to me, especially during this busy time of year. Glad to hear that yours is doing better. A lot of love goes a long way.:)

I am so sorry Kathy that you Peek is not doing well once again. These babies are so precious and you have been such a wonderful mommy to him. Your little Peek is such a lucky little fella to have such a wonderful, caring mamma like you by his side. I know that when his time is near that you will be there for him just as you have been all these years. I will keeping you both in my prayers.

Praying for your baby!!

Peek has my prayers, you have my thoughts...sorry he's been feeling bad. This breaks my heart...I know you'll continue to be there for him...just show him all the love you possibly can. Hugs!!!

Peek A Boo went to Rainbow Bridge at 6:10 tonight. Thanks for all your prayers and support.

I am so sorry Kathy. Run free little man....

RIP Peek A Boo :rbyorkie:

Oh Kathy! I am so sorry to see this! Bless your heart, my thoughts and prayers are with you. RIP sweet Peek A Boo.

Kathy, I am very sorry for your loss of your precious Peek a Boo. Such a special boy.

{{{hugs}}} Praying for your peace and comfort.

RIP Peek!

My heart is breaking for you, Kathy. There is nothing in the world that can prepare you for losing one loved so dearly. I am deeply sorry for your loss. Peek a Boo will live forever in your huge, loving heart.

ETA: I don't know how the car icon got there. Peek A Boo now has angel wings.

Sending prayers to your sweet Peek. Thinking of you Kathy, I know how very hard this is for you, Hugs,

He is at peace now and knows how very much he was loved...thank you for sharing your life with him...my heart breaks for you, this is so sad, know that my thoughts are with you.

I am so very sorry for your loss of your precious Peek A Boo. You gave him the most loving, wonderful life, and he gave you all of his love and companionship. You will be in my prayers tonight. Rest in peace, Peek A Boo.

Kat, so sorry about Peek. Sending comforting hugs.