My heart nearly stopped

[SWHouston]

yorkietalkjilly.
Thank you for your kind words.

Shicks,
At the onset of Becca's seizures, a mis-diagnosis was made, that being Epileptic in nature. That was incorrect, and the delay in proper treatment, cost my darling her life. In fact, when Becca was just a pup, about four years ago, she had an accident which disabled her sight in one eye. Though we didn't have a Necropsy done, we determined that the eye/tissue remaining in her eye socket became necrotic, and caused the seizures.

Needless to say, I have and will not ever let that Vet see any of my animals ever again. EVER!

ps Edit:
in my previous post I referred to "years".
actually it's been just over one.

[yorkietalkjilly]

Originally Posted by swhouston

yorkietalkjilly.
Thank you for your kind words.

Shicks,
at the onset of becca's seizures, a mis-diagnosis was made, that being epileptic in nature. That was incorrect, and the delay in proper treatment, cost my darling her life. In fact, when becca was just a pup, about four years ago, she had an accident which disabled her sight in one eye. Though we didn't have a necropsy done, we determined that the eye/tissue remaining in her eye socket became necrotic, and caused the seizures.

Needless to say, i have and will not ever let that vet see any of my animals ever again. Ever!

Ps edit:
In my previous post i referred to "years".
Actually it's been just over one.

Oh, no - heartbreaking!!!

[Buster Brown]

Originally Posted by SWHouston

It has been so long since I have posted here. Since our darling little Becca crossed over the RB, every time I think of this forum, I think of her, and our continuing feeling of loss. Even now, tears are welling in my eyes, as those unforgettable moments of joy and sorrow return, thinking of her, and what a unique little Lady she was. She will live on in my heart.

In the years that have past, we have gotten our sweet Mistique (pics to follow) who is about one year old now. What a unique personality, laid back and easy going as she can be. She just loves my Adult Male Sneakers, and pesters him by licking his ears and beard every time she's around him. A practice which produced unintended results at her age. We only blinked, and Sneakers took advantage of that moment.

Now, we have 6 puppies from that encounter, totaling 12 dogs in the house !

She had two males, and four females, and I am totally impressed with how she (at her young age) stepped up to the plate, and probably disserves a Mother of the Year award. I had to bring her food and water to the Crib for the first week. She wouldn't leave them but for a very brief potty brake, and then right back. Now, at the just over the three week period, we have six little Whoppers roaming around the Crib, and Misty is taking much more time for herself. (well disserved)

I had NOT intended for this to happen. But, it was my intent at some point, to have a pup from Snickers linage, then Spay. So, though earlier than expected, I have selected a chubby little female, which I have named Ishka (pics to follow). We already have two friends which have put in their wants for one of the other puppies, and I expect that the remaining three will be placed as we put the word out. I am not a Breeder, and fully intend to get control of this situation as soon as possible.

Anyway, I just thought I'd touch base with you guys, and let you know how much I missed visiting here.

I am sorry for the loss of your sweet Becca but I am happy to learn that you found a loving Mistique to help ease the pain. Congratulations on the new six pack we look forward to seeing pictures. Best wishes to you all.

[Shicks]

Originally Posted by SWHouston

yorkietalkjilly.
Thank you for your kind words.

Shicks,
At the onset of Becca's seizures, a mis-diagnosis was made, that being Epileptic in nature. That was incorrect, and the delay in proper treatment, cost my darling her life. In fact, when Becca was just a pup, about four years ago, she had an accident which disabled her sight in one eye. Though we didn't have a Necropsy done, we determined that the eye/tissue remaining in her eye socket became necrotic, and caused the seizures.

Needless to say, I have and will not ever let that Vet see any of my animals ever again. EVER!

ps Edit:
in my previous post I referred to "years".
actually it's been just over one.

I am so sorry about Becca. I too lost my precious little boy to GME just after his 7th birthday. These little guys do not deserve this. Vets need to be more I tune to Yorkie issues. Our babies are in a whole different league.
Happy you have more in your life now 😍

[SWHouston]

Thank all of you for your very kind words.

My new Mom Misty is very different from Becca. Not that I expected their personalities to be similar, nor am I trying to replace Becca. Becca was such a sweet girl that no Dog could ever replace her. Misty is very laid back, quite clingy and as stated, has demonstrated some spectacular nurturing toward the litter.

Ha, I may be overcompensating some though, since I am keeping one of Misty's female pups, and have named her "Ishka" (BD 8-5-15). I think she's going to be "Head of House" given how she is already pushing her weight around the crib. She was first born, and given my complete respect and love for her Sire, Snickers, I just had to have one from his lineage.

I realize now, that I should have come back to this Forum much sooner. Communicating with those who really understand the loss we feel is so helpful in one's recovery.

I have truly missed you all.

[Shicks]

Originally Posted by SWHouston

Thank all of you for your very kind words.

My new Mom Misty is very different from Becca. Not that I expected their personalities to be similar, nor am I trying to replace Becca. Becca was such a sweet girl that no Dog could ever replace her. Misty is very laid back, quite clingy and as stated, has demonstrated some spectacular nurturing toward the litter.

Ha, I may be overcompensating some though, since I am keeping one of Misty's female pups, and have named her "Ishka" (BD 8-5-15). I think she's going to be "Head of House" given how she is already pushing her weight around the crib. She was first born, and given my complete respect and love for her Sire, Snickers, I just had to have one from his lineage.

I realize now, that I should have come back to this Forum much sooner. Communicating with those who really understand the loss we feel is so helpful in one's recovery.

I have truly missed you all.

Yes talk about personalities. My 2nd Yorkie is nothing like my first. My 1st little boy was so laid back, it was like sometimes he was in slow motion.
No jumping, always using his steps, and not going up the inside house steps. He would sit and just look up @ the steps till someone took him up.
Now, Ruger goes a 100 miles an hour. Won't use his steps, jumps like a Dang kangaroo. I have 2 baby gates on our steps.
He is soooo funny.
They keep us on our toes.
Welcome back
More stories please.

[Susan Marie]

Omg, I am having the same problems with my yorkie since she had her teeth cleaned in June 2015. One of her top tiny canines was removed and no stitch was put in. However, the hole was so small at the time and now I have Looked at it and it has doubled in width. I was a little upset when they took Roxie's tooth out as I could not see a cavity. But the vet reassured me there was one there the size of a pin. I will take that course.i was not aware of such a course. I just lost my mom at Christmas. She died in my arms and my father died the next day of a heart attack. My sister died on Easter Monday in a car accident it's been all too much too soon. I am also in healthcare. I suspect that they may have damaged Roxie's tracheal esphouphageal cords at the top when she was intubated. She is only four pounds.

When you blew the air into your dog did you breath into her mouth or nose or both gently? I am going to go to a different vet and have them do a similar test to my baby. She is my everything and if anything happened to her, I would die. Yes, you are a hero,,what amazes me is how they just bounce back so quickly!! God bless you! Thank you! Susan Marie and Roxie Rose

[scrapindee]

Lots can happen in a year. Sorry for the loss of Becca--it is always hard to loose one of our family. Would love to see photos from you.

[SWHouston]

Susan Marie,
Pulmonary Recessutation on one of our little ones, is just a small puff of air on their nose. Given their (usually diminutive) size, I hesitate in any kind of approach, and highly recommend you take a course in CPR for K9's.

scrapindee,
Still in morning, pics are hard to take at this point, soon though.

Thank all of you for your kind words.

[Yorkiemom1]

I had wondered what in the world had happened to you....I missed seeing your avitar first of all, then put the pic with your "name/handle", and wondered what had happened to you. You have clearly had a very rough time.....so very sorry for your unfortunate, heart breaking misadventures over the last year. Praying for peace for your shattered soul and broken heart....

[Wylie's Mom]

Originally Posted by Susan Marie

Omg, I am having the same problems with my yorkie since she had her teeth cleaned in June 2015. One of her top tiny canines was removed and no stitch was put in. However, the hole was so small at the time and now I have Looked at it and it has doubled in width. I was a little upset when they took Roxie's tooth out as I could not see a cavity. But the vet reassured me there was one there the size of a pin. I will take that course.i was not aware of such a course. I just lost my mom at Christmas. She died in my arms and my father died the next day of a heart attack. My sister died on Easter Monday in a car accident it's been all too much too soon. I am also in healthcare. I suspect that they may have damaged Roxie's tracheal esphouphageal cords at the top when she was intubated. She is only four pounds.

When you blew the air into your dog did you breath into her mouth or nose or both gently? I am going to go to a different vet and have them do a similar test to my baby. She is my everything and if anything happened to her, I would die. Yes, you are a hero,,what amazes me is how they just bounce back so quickly!! God bless you! Thank you! Susan Marie and Roxie Rose

I'm so sorry for your losses ...gosh, so much in such a short time.

I took the Pet CPR / First Aid through my local Red Cross Chapter, and it was excellent - so def check them for classes. Also though, see this:

http://www.yorkietalk.com/forums/sic...uture-use.html

[SWHouston]

Thank all of you, for your very kind words.

Ishka is about 9 weeks old now, and loves to chase after my Lab and Chihuahua, as they race across the yard. I think I mentioned she is one of six puppies that Misty had. We have decided to keep one more, and have named her "Frizzy". So now, we have five Yorkies, two Chi's, and one very big rambunctious Labrador. I have bruses on my chins to prove it.

In early 2016, we plan to move out to our property (in the boonies) and that's where my Lab Kira will be most useful. I intend to have two fences around the house, where Kira can occupy the "outer" perimeter, which will let a nice large "inner" space for my little guys.

Many of the residents let their dogs run loose, and, I've seen some rather large Opossum, and Raccoons, so, I'll let Kira deal with them.

[ladyjane]

Didn't realize it was an old thread.

[ladyjane]

So glad your girl is ok. I had a similar experience today and in my post about it I stole your line about Doggy CPR.

It is SO important...it is by the grace of God I was able to function and resuscitate my girl....I want to be better prepared if I, Heaven forbid, need it again. I relied on my knowledge of people cpr but she is only 5 pounds...scary stuff.