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09-05-2011, 08:02 AM | #1 |
& "The Bunny" Donating Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Mesa, AZ
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| Arizona--I need help.. Many members know my yorkie Ralphie..And I am sick to my stomach at this point.I am in tears writing this.. Ralphie is having major issues my husband.So much so that he has melt downs..which almost look like seizures, when he gets around him. I have gone to several doctors, have even resorted to putting him on medications. His quality of life is not good..he is not happy.. and his behavior has made me ill. I have a serious condition which is affected by stress. It is along story to tell. I would seriously consider Bunny going to a new home..if there was someone who could give him the care that I am failing to give. When he goes in to his tantrums, he runs in to things, and has actually had to go to the vet several times because he has hurt his eyes.They are fine now.. I just do not know what else to say..but anyone who is in my area..please contact me. The situation is becoming dire..90% of the time he is fine. Then he is not. We believe this is due to anxiety, but I just can not tell. The vet is stumped as well. You can contact me at azkaty@gmail.com . Katy
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09-05-2011, 08:10 AM | #2 |
& "The Bunny" Donating Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Mesa, AZ
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| My condition , BTW is called Addison's disease. You can leave a message or speak to me during the week at 480 830 7119 x 8313. Katy
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09-05-2011, 08:21 AM | #3 |
Donating YT 10K Club Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: S. W. Suburbs of Chicago, IL
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| I am so sorry that you are faced with such a hard decision. Has Ralphie always behaved this way or is this something new? Have you tried a Thundershirt? It really has helped a lot of dogs with anxiety and fearfulness. It might be worth a try. He is just adorable.
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09-05-2011, 08:21 AM | #4 |
Donating YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Los Angeles, California, USA
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| I'm so sorry you had to make such a tough decision. Hugs to you!
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09-05-2011, 08:49 AM | #5 |
Donating YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Georgia
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| You need to talk to Linda, LadyJane on Yt she works with a lot of rescue dogs and may be able to help you. Sad to hear your baby is having this problem hopefully you can find some help.
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09-05-2011, 08:59 AM | #6 |
Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Toluca Lake, CA
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| I am so sorry to hear you are going through difficulties with Ralphie. It must be devastating. Have you thought of consulting with an animal behaviorist. Perhaps if one came to the home they might be able to address Ralphies issues and calm the situation down. The suggestion of a Thunder shirt is a great idea too. Wishing you luck in defusing this situation.
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09-05-2011, 11:02 AM | #7 |
& "The Bunny" Donating Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Mesa, AZ
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| Thanks to everyone..I have had him on calming pills when he has an episode., and have spoken with/met a behavior person. He has been this way for about 3 years..Most of the time he is very good..then he goes off..We do not know what sets him off..There is no real trigger. He does not do this with other people..not even at the vet. The danger is to myself because of the stress ful situation..When he gets this way, I literally could have to go to the hospital. Katy
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09-05-2011, 11:10 AM | #8 |
& "The Bunny" Donating Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Mesa, AZ
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| Thanks for the info on thundershirt..I will try that. Katy
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09-05-2011, 11:21 AM | #9 |
Izzy's Momma Too! Donating Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Stuart, Florida
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| I'm so sorry I hope that the thundershirt helps, it has helped many other pups here with anxiety. He's just as cute as a button and I'd take him in a heartbeat if I were closer, but I'm in Florida. Good luck and please do keep us posted
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09-05-2011, 03:19 PM | #10 |
Donating YT 30K Club Member | Sorry you are having problems with him. Pixie developed an anxiety condition and the vet gave me a great liquid medicine called nutricalm. It's holistic and works great with the thundershirt. I hope you can get some help.
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09-05-2011, 03:39 PM | #11 |
YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: ~CA~
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| aww I saw Bunny on UYR site. He is adorable!! I'm sorry that you have to make such a tough decision, I hope the thundershirt can help. Hoping for the best for both you and Bunny!
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09-06-2011, 07:06 AM | #12 |
Furbutts = LOVE Donating Member Moderator | Oh my gosh, Katy . You know how Ralphie has always had a special place in my heart . I am so sorry to hear of what's happening to your little Bunny. Has he seen a neurologist or internist? I think you know about this place - this is where my furs go for specialist vets: Arizona Veterinary Specialists Have you had him stay w/ a good friend or relative for a few weeks to see if he has any reaction while away from home? Does he have these reaction every time he's around your husband? Is this a new marriage....as in, did you get married w/in the last 3-4 years or anything? What happens when hubby tries to play w/ Ralphie? Did anything traumatic happen to him around 3-4 yrs ago? I'm so sorry for you and for Ralphie...I'm willing to help, just not sure what I can do...
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09-07-2011, 06:50 PM | #13 |
& "The Bunny" Donating Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Mesa, AZ
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| I think I have some good news to share with my friends. I am going to look in to some short term meds, and there is a very kind lady that is coming to meet with me,. who has had a yorkie with far greater challenges than my Bunny. She has a yorkie who was physically abused, and was rehomed 3 times. So, she shared her success story with me on her little guy. He is off meds now and doing great. I have been just destroyed these last few days, just thinking of giving him up. Really, I think he has issues with my husband, but I do not know for sure. So that being said, I think I will meet with this gal, and she may take him on vacation with her for a bit to assess the situation. I am also going to try the thundershirt..there just has to be an answer.. So.. I will keep in touch with you all, and we shall see if we can get rid of Ralphies demons.. Katy
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09-07-2011, 07:01 PM | #14 |
& "The Bunny" Donating Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Mesa, AZ
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| Ann.. I just PM'd you. Katy
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09-07-2011, 09:22 PM | #15 |
Furbutts = LOVE Donating Member Moderator | Katy - I just emailed you directly w/ some ideas.
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