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11-06-2013, 10:33 AM | #1 |
YorkieTalk Newbie! Join Date: May 2011 Location: Martinsville, Va
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| 3 bladder stone surgeries, chronic colitis and separation anxiety My Winston is 6 years old. He has had 3 bladder stone surgeries and chronic colitis. I feel that the colitis is coming from separation anxiety. I have spoiled him....... Probably a little too much, due to his health. My Vet and I talked in length about getting another Yorkie to keep him company. I love my baby and would love another one, but I wonder at his age if he would adapt to another dog. He likes other dogs as long as they aren't too aggressive. I wish I had gotten 2 from the start, but hind sight is 20/20. I need some help! Has anyone had a similar situation? :/ |
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11-06-2013, 04:47 PM | #2 |
Don't Litter Spay&Neuter Donating Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: So Cal
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| What kind of stones was it? Were hookworms ruled out? I have 1 w/colitis & it's triggered by beef. She also has to be on a strict low fat diet. I think his diet needs to be addressed, to control his colitis & to prevent any future stones...what food does he eat? I've read that home cooking is the best for this condition. There's many vet nutritionist to choose from, it's best to have a diet specially formulated for the pet's needs. Many YT'ers recommend Dr. Remillard from PetDiets - VNC putting your pet's health first .. for more than 20 yrs!.
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11-06-2013, 05:29 PM | #3 |
Resident Yorkie Nut Donating YT 20K Club Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Texas
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| Has your vet suggested any of the prescription foods? Usually if a pup stays on them, they don't have repeat stones. I have a pup who had a surgery prior to coming to me...then he had stones right after I got him a few years ago. He has been on RC SO canned since then and has had no further issues. It does depend on the type of stones what a vet will recommend in terms of food, but diet is very important! Welcome to YT.
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