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lisaDaddy · 06-25-2007, 08:26 PM

Well, she felt a bit better tonight, and i was able to look at her feet closely. It looks like one of her toe nail is really loose, i'm guessing she might have broke it which cause the bleeding. I will drop her off the vet on my way to work and hoping it's nothing worse. I'll also let them do the grooming for her if everthing works out.
I had my german shepherd for 8 years, never visit the vet and he's strong as a horse. Just got Lisa for 8 months and this is my 2nd visit. I'm just so frustrated

MyFairLacy · 06-25-2007, 08:42 PM

Wow 8 years and never gone to the vet? Do you not take your dogs in for yearly check-ups and vaccinations? Vaccinations aren't needed every year but a yearly check-up is so so so important. If something is wrong you can catch it early by regular check-ups (just like with people). Yorkies and other toy breeds are definitely more high maintenance than larger breeds. I notice every single teeny thing that changes about Lacy. I get a little worried if she even coughs or her eyes or tearing too much, etc. I don't run her to the vet for every little thing, but I have had to take her in for a couple things before - like an eye infection and swollen paws (like your's). And I make sure she gets checked out at least once a year.

Gracie2006 · 06-26-2007, 05:35 AM

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Originally Posted by MyFairLacy

Wow 8 years and never gone to the vet? Do you not take your dogs in for yearly check-ups and vaccinations? Vaccinations aren't needed every year but a yearly check-up is so so so important. If something is wrong you can catch it early by regular check-ups (just like with people). Yorkies and other toy breeds are definitely more high maintenance than larger breeds. I notice every single teeny thing that changes about Lacy. I get a little worried if she even coughs or her eyes or tearing too much, etc. I don't run her to the vet for every little thing, but I have had to take her in for a couple things before - like an eye infection and swollen paws (like your's). And I make sure she gets checked out at least once a year.

I am the same way. Here's how I see it. I got Gracie so I would have a companion and a friend. She has turned out to be so much more! When I brought that little pup home, I took on one huge responsibility for a creature that is dependent upon me in every way. I would never consider not taking my skin kid to the doctor. Why would I not treat my fur kid with the same respect?

lisaDaddy · 06-26-2007, 01:15 PM

Everything is A ok. Lisa just fracture her toe nail. The vet gave her some pain medication (Tramadol) and told me to keep her inside the house for a week. There was no infection whatsoever.

06-25-2007, 08:42 PM	#32
MyFairLacy Donating YT 10K Club Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: DFW, Texas Posts: 11,003	Wow 8 years and never gone to the vet? Do you not take your dogs in for yearly check-ups and vaccinations? Vaccinations aren't needed every year but a yearly check-up is so so so important. If something is wrong you can catch it early by regular check-ups (just like with people). Yorkies and other toy breeds are definitely more high maintenance than larger breeds. I notice every single teeny thing that changes about Lacy. I get a little worried if she even coughs or her eyes or tearing too much, etc. I don't run her to the vet for every little thing, but I have had to take her in for a couple things before - like an eye infection and swollen paws (like your's). And I make sure she gets checked out at least once a year. __________________ ~Magnifique Yorkies~ Purchasing from backyard breeders, pet shops, and puppymills perpetuates the suffering of other dogs. Educate yourself and buy from reputable breeders or rescue.

06-25-2007, 08:26 PM	#31
lisaDaddy Yorkie Talker Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Anaheim Posts: 19	Well, she felt a bit better tonight, and i was able to look at her feet closely. It looks like one of her toe nail is really loose, i'm guessing she might have broke it which cause the bleeding. I will drop her off the vet on my way to work and hoping it's nothing worse. I'll also let them do the grooming for her if everthing works out. I had my german shepherd for 8 years, never visit the vet and he's strong as a horse. Just got Lisa for 8 months and this is my 2nd visit. I'm just so frustrated

06-26-2007, 01:15 PM	#34
lisaDaddy Yorkie Talker Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Anaheim Posts: 19	Everything is A ok. Lisa just fracture her toe nail. The vet gave her some pain medication (Tramadol) and told me to keep her inside the house for a week. There was no infection whatsoever.