I never thought I would write on this post . My Sophie was diagnosed last June with renal kidney failure. She acts like her normal self but has lost so much weight. She does shiver from time to time thought. I have been giving her a herbal medicine called kidney support gold. She is also on meds from the vet. She is 10 and still plays and runs but she is fur with bones only . I know her time is coming when she must leave me but I am having such a difficult time with this knowledge. I wish I knew what her time was but no one will say anything. I read where one dog had 3 years. I pray I will have more time. No one understands the relationship we have. She is my everything. I love her with my whole being. I have had many dogs but Sophie is just every thing !! This pain is so hard to live with and I'm not sure my heart can take her passing! She is my best friend she there for me no matter what. Oh some one please help my heart !!! Thanx for listening to me
I'm so sorry...I didn't read all of the comments before my last post. I'm so sorry that Prince's time came back in July....my baby girl is 15, and I've had her since she was a puppy. The vet has given me the treatment options, and also talked about the possibility of putting her down. I understand how you feel....my grandfather passed away last year, and I live alone with my girl. She's everything to me. I'm so sorry that this was a decision you had to make, and I don't know how I'll be able to do it if/when the time comes. But I'll tell my Zoe when it is her time to go romp around with Prince so he is not lonely.
Best regards,
Meredith
Hi,
My dog was diagnosed with kidney failure as well as regenerative anemia only yesterday. My vet recommended that I give her pedialite; she is drinking water (excessively), but he said that it will help to keep her hydrated longer. I hope that my post isn't coming too late, and that Prince is doing well. Based on what my vet said, pedialite is a good option; and they sell in in various flavors so you can choose whatever Prince likes most :-)
Best,
Meredith
My dog was diagnosed three years with chronic renal failure. After starting him on SQ fluids for a couple of weeks, I took him off the subq fluids and began giving him pedialye instead. I feed it to him with a bottle, to make sure he gets the amount he needs each day.
He has been doing great ever since, with just the pedialyte and no commercial or vet food products. He runs around, plays, is very active.
He also gained weight in a healthy way from his good diet. He is doing great.
To my knowledge and from three years of experience, Pedialyte is absolutely safe for your puppy dog.
Hi everyone,
I am doing better. I haven't really cried the past few days, but I am not really thinking about missing him, so that helps. The only time I get really sad is when I go to bed at night. I hate getting in that bed without him.
I had a bunch of collage photos made of him and have set them around the house, and post a new one everyday on facebook. I a finding that it helps to talk about and share my memories of him with others.
I have volunteered at the shelter I got him from, I will go one day next week. I would like to hold off on getting another dog, so I can take a vacation of some kind, but I definately think I will end up adopting sooner rather than later. My Mom is really depressed again, and I think having a dog in the house helped her grieve over losing my Dad.
Just wanted to let you know how I am doing. I very much enjoy sharing with you guys, so I will absolutely stay in touch!
Paula
Hi Paula...
It really sounds like you have a wonderful Vet. I don't think there are many Vets out there, who would have taken the time to write you a note. You better hang on to that Vet....! It sounds like you will be needing him in the very near future... ;-)
I just wanted to touch base with you, and see how you are holding up.
I know how difficult the days can be, when you are missing Prince so very much. If you need to "chat" please don't hesitate to express yourself here, or feel free to message me. I will reply when I can.
Take Care....
Connie