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01-17-2005, 10:40 AM | #1 |
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| My Angel is sick My 5 year yorkie Angel got sick right after Thanksgiving. I have taken him to two different vets but they can't find out what is wrong with him. He has had x-ray, ultra-sound and all kinds of blood test. His stomach is bloated with fluid in his abdomin and he is losing his body fat and muslce. The vet said he has very low protein in his blood. We have changed his food to a prescribed dog food and he has taken antibotics and is now taking steroids. If anyone has heard of a yorkie with this problem I would appreciate any advice |
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01-17-2005, 10:48 AM | #2 |
Donating YT 3000 Club Member | these something called bloat here are the sympthom is usally only happen in big breeds but it can be very rare but can happen in small breeds Symptoms Typical symptoms often include some (but not necessarily all) of the following, according to the links below. Unfortunately, from the onset of the first symptoms you have very little time (sometimes minutes, sometimes hours) to get immediate medical attention for your dog. Know your dog and know when it's not acting right. Attempts to vomit (usually unsuccessful); may occur every 5-20 minutes This seems to be one of the most common symptoms & has been referred to as the "hallmark symptom" Doesn't act like usual self Perhaps the earliest warning sign & may be the only sign that almost always occurs Significant anxiety and restlessness One of the earliest warning signs and seems fairly typical "Hunched up" or "roached up" appearance This seems to occur fairly frequently Bloated abdomen that may feel tight (like a drum) Despite the term "bloat," many times this symptom never occurs or is not apparent Pale or off-color gums Dark red in early stages, white or blue in later stages Lack of normal gurgling and digestive sounds in the tummy Many dog owners report this after putting their ear to their dog's tummy Coughing Unproductive gagging Heavy salivating or drooling Foamy mucous around the lips, or vomiting foamy mucous Unproductive attempts to defecate Whining Pacing Licking the air Seeking a hiding place Looking at their side or other evidence of abdominal pain or discomfort May refuse to lie down or even sit down May stand spread-legged May attempt to eat small stones and twigs Drinking excessively Heavy or rapid panting Shallow breathing Cold mouth membranes Apparent weakness; unable to stand or has a spread-legged stance Especially in advanced stage Accelerated heartbeat Heart rate increases as bloating progresses Weak pulse Collapse im not a doctor but im just trying to help |
01-17-2005, 10:49 AM | #3 |
Donating YT 3000 Club Member | Causes According to the links below, it is thought that the following may be the primary contributors to bloat. To calculate a dog's lifetime risk of bloat according to Purdue University's School of Veterinary Medicine, click here. Stress Dog shows, mating, whelping, boarding, change in routine, new dog in household, etc. Although purely anecdotal, we've heard of too many cases where a dog bloated after a 3rd dog was brought into the household (perhaps due to stress regarding pack order). New Activities that result in gulping air Eating habits, especially... Elevated food bowls Rapid eating Eating dry foods that contain citric acid as a preservative (the risk is even worse if the owner moistens the food) New Eating dry foods that contain fat among the first four ingredients New Insufficient Trypsin (a pancreatic enzyme present in meat) Dilution of gastric juices necessary for complete digestion by drinking too much water before or after eating New Eating gas-producing foods (especially soybean products, brewer's yeast, and alfalfa) New Exercise before and especially after eating Heredity (especially having a first-degree relative who has bloated) Build & Physical Characteristics Having a deep and narrow chest compared to other dogs of the same breed Older dogs Males Being underweight Disposition Fearful or anxious temperament Prone to stress History of aggression toward other dogs or people |
01-17-2005, 10:50 AM | #4 |
Donating YT 3000 Club Member | these are the breeds at risk but i have heard of a yorkie having it Breeds At Greatest Risk Breeds most at risk according to the links below: Afghan Hound Airedale Terrier Akita Alaskan Malamute Basset Hound Bernese Mountain Dog Borzoi Bouvier des Flandres Boxer Bullmastiff Chesapeake Bay Retriever Collie Dachshund Doberman Pinscher English Springer Spaniel Fila Brasileiro Golden Retriever Gordon Setter Great Dane German Shepherd German Shorthaired Pointer Great Pyrenees Irish Setter Irish Wolfhound King Shepherd Labrador Retriever Miniature Poodle Newfoundland Old English Sheepdog Pekinese Rottweiler Samoyed Shiloh Shepherd St. Bernard Standard Poodle Weimaraner Wolfhound Sighthouds Bloodhounds |
01-17-2005, 11:14 AM | #5 |
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| I had a great dane a long time ago, and they have horrible bloat problems. This was typical during puppyhood, you just had to watch out that everything eventually "passed." Rice and chicken strictly -- was what I was told to feed her if it got worse. Everytime she ate she would bubble up and get that "drum-feeling" belly, lay on her side only, etc. It was not a severe thing, and it stopped happening once she was about 8 months old. What kind of diet was Angel on around Thanksgiving? Did she get into anything that could be causing a serious stomach virus? Pork chops sometimes cause a reaction like this in humans ... I dunno. Your vet has done fecals and ruled out parasites, worms, etc.. I'm sure? All I can say is good luck! |
01-17-2005, 11:16 AM | #6 |
Donating YT 3000 Club Member | i think she should go to a differnent vet and see what they find a second opinion is always a good thing |
01-19-2005, 09:26 AM | #7 |
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| thanks for the info Thank you for the info on helping Angel. We are desperate on finding an answer to get him back to normal. We have taken him to two different vets and our vet has told us he is going to send him to a specialist in OKC who might help us. We have ruled out bacteria and toxins with test And nothing showed up in the x-rays and ultra sound for a blockage. Right now the vet thinks he is has an irrated-inflamed intestine that is sending his albim(protein) fluid to his abdomin. Except for his stomach he is skin and bones. He is eating normal and getting rid of it normal. He still chases after his ball and plays but can't jump up to sit on my lap in my chair. Angel is like our child to my husband and I and we can't even think about him not having get well. Last edited by shortmom; 01-19-2005 at 09:31 AM. |
01-19-2005, 10:58 AM | #8 |
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| Go to a specialized hospital for another opinion Have you considered taking him to a training hospital or speciality center? - two personal examples - happened to same dog sadly 1) My local vet, who is very trustworthy and competent could not cure my dog of his corneal ulcers. I took him to a board certified opthomolgocial vet and that vet saved his eye sight 2) He developed Addisson's disease. My own vet missed the diagnosis but an emergency hospital caught it. He was then saved my a place (one of the few in New York) that specializes in criticaly ill animals. The observed him arround the clock and gave him IV fluids until he got better. The place is called "The Center for Specialized Vetrinary Medicine" and is located in Westbury Long Island. if there is a vet school or training hospital near you, I'd take your dog there for a third opnion. These hospitals deal with very sick animals and obscure cases that local vets rarely see. They may have a greater depth of experience and will be able to get you a diagnosis (hopefully). |
01-19-2005, 11:14 AM | #9 |
Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Iowa
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| Hi, I am so sorry to hear that your baby is having health problems. We went through this in December with our 4 yr old Golden Retriever, Sunny. The most frustrating part was when the vet had done every test, exam, xray etc. and still couldn't figure out the problem. One thing that we learned through the experience is that vets will consult with veternarian schools when they can't figure out what is wrong. In our case with Sunny, all the vets within the clinic where she was at met with 2 vet teachers of the school and that is how they came up with the diagnosis. So, I would have to say take Yorkipower's advice and take your dog to the nearest vet school. They are all up-to-date on new procedures, latest disease information etc. They also have doctors/teachers who specialize in area's and may hold advanced degree's. Good luck with you Baby...I hope she gets well soon! Annie and Tinkie |
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