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05-08-2017, 02:05 PM | #1 |
Yorkie Talker Join Date: May 2012 Location: Kenner, Louisiana
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| Yorkies with so much problems I have two Yorkies both males, one is 8 yrs and the other is 7yrs. I loved both to death...before Ive had dachshunds. My 7 year old is the one with the problems which I had no idea that Yorkies are prone to get them. He loves to run, play, jump, swim etc. About a year and half ago his trachea collapses severely that we had to drive an hour to get a stent to be put in... that cost 3,000 which to me it was well worth it and he has to be on medicine for the rest of his life for coughs from the trachea. Then about 6 months ago he get a Ruptured Cruciate Ligament (ACL) and my vet says to have him not to walk, play, jump etc for 4-6 weeks to see if it heals on its own. While he was put on rest I noticed he was not walking normal...walking gaitly like, couldn't stand, his paws would fold inward. So I brought him to the vet thinking he had Wobblers Syndrome and she recommended to do a MRI, my vet diagnosed him as Herniated Disc in the Neck and fearing has something to do with brain disorder too. Had the MRI done and was told everything showed normal, then did the brain and also told was normal and lastly they wanted to do a spinal tap to see if he have meningitis and he did not so all of those were done by MRI and all came back normal. They diagnosed him with COMS. Never heard of that till I googled it and exactly the symptoms he has. So now he's on 3 different medications for the COMS and he is due back in 4 weeks to see in improvement or not. The very next day, no LIE he dramatically improved which I couldn't believe it and I was so happy for him, but however I still think he has the (ACL) issues but not as bad as before. So this week which is his four week we see the vet on Thursday and I cant wait to tell her the good news and I'm guessing he probably will be on meds for that for life. I forgot to say this before he went to get the MRI, his vet also recommend acupuncture before the MRI because it did help lots of dogs with the Herniated Disc in the Neck and (ACL) too. Did the acupuncture for 4 weeks. So right now not sure if the acupuncture did the works or the meds. Again, I totally love Yorkies but when its time for them to leave to go to Heaven...not sure if I want to have a Yorkies again or go back with the Dachshunds. It has nothing to do with the money within a reasonable price....it more so my heart hurts for him not being able to be like he used to be....loves to play with other dogs, run, jumps, swims, etc. Just like to know if anyone had Yorkies without any problems til the end? |
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05-08-2017, 07:13 PM | #2 | |
Yorkie mom of 4 Donating YT Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: LaPlata, Md
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__________________ Taylor My babies Joey, Penny ,Ollie & Dixie Callie Mae, you will forever be in my heart! | |
05-08-2017, 08:00 PM | #3 |
YT Addict Join Date: May 2014 Location: Fishkill, ny, USA
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| I think with any breed, some are prone to more issues than others. Depends on the quality of the breeder. Sounds like you have been dealt a tough one. Glad to hear that he was able to be saved with the stent. I lost my 3 yr old to severe collapsed trachea and I would have done anything to save him. But the stent wasn't an option for us. The collapse was down too far by the bronchi. I've read lots of articles on the torn acl and some say surgery and more say strict restriction and crate rest works just as good. Good luck!! Don't be deterred from the breed! I have a 16 year old that has had no issues his whole life and still going strong! |
05-08-2017, 08:37 PM | #4 |
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| My little girl will be 9 years ol in September and is as healthy as can be - runs agility every week and no squirrel is safe
__________________ . Cali , and Cali's keeper and staff, Jay No, not a "mini" Yorkie - She loves to motor in her Mini Cooper car |
05-09-2017, 03:07 PM | #5 |
Yorkie Talker Join Date: May 2012 Location: Kenner, Louisiana
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| To Yorkiemini..I'm glad to hear urs is still going strong and To Kerryn915 so sorry to hear about ur loss. Well, I guess when its time for mine to go, I'll decide at that time. Thanks for y'all post. |
03-19-2018, 09:18 PM | #6 |
Yorkie Talker Join Date: May 2012 Location: Kenner, Louisiana
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| Caudal Occipital Malformation Syndrome (COMS) My lil yorkie was diagnosed with Caudal Occipital Malformation Syndrome and I am not happy with this ! I do not want to put my lil guy down...that are must be something that can be done....he eats once a day cuz of his med he's taking gotten him all blown up in the back of his hind legs that he hardly can walk. Is there a surgery? I want him happy and back like he was two years ago! I've everything I can do for him...pls help me...I'm begging you...I can't bear to put him down. I need a experience doctor that knows about Caudal Occipital Malformation Syndrome |
03-20-2018, 04:50 AM | #7 | |
Resident Yorkie Nut Donating YT 20K Club Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Texas
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Veterinary Specialists Of Greater New Orleans | Metairie, LA 70005 > Home You also could to to LSU, but that is about an hour from you: How do I make an appointment? Sometimes these pups have other neuro issues besides the chiari ... a thorough work up and testing should be done .. there are treatments and, in some cases, surgical options. Please keep us posted if you do go....good luck!
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03-20-2018, 05:24 AM | #8 |
Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: USA
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| Yes, I agree I would talk to the vet Schools!
__________________ . Cali , and Cali's keeper and staff, Jay No, not a "mini" Yorkie - She loves to motor in her Mini Cooper car |
03-20-2018, 06:24 AM | #9 | |
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04-10-2018, 11:07 AM | #10 |
Yorkie Talker Join Date: May 2012 Location: Kenner, Louisiana
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| Thats how i got my dog diagnosed is thru LSU |
04-10-2018, 12:16 PM | #11 | |
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