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We visited the vet this morning. I left Winkipop in the truck while I walked up to the front door to let them know we were here.
OMG.....Winkipop wasn't having ANY of Daddy leaving her behind....even for just those few minutes...lol! http://forums.pelicanparts.com/uploa...1614302704.JPG On the trip over.......she LOVES going for rides in Daddy's truck! http://forums.pelicanparts.com/uploa...1614302704.JPG http://forums.pelicanparts.com/uploa...1614302704.JPG http://forums.pelicanparts.com/uploa...1614302704.JPG http://forums.pelicanparts.com/uploa...1614302704.JPG |
Gromit as a young boy with his older "sister" Molly. Scanned from a color print.
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Zora, currently 6 years old.
http://forums.pelicanparts.com/uploa...1618275768.jpg Handoff on day one from a friend of the breeder, who recommended the breeder. She wanted to keep her an extra day to give her a bath- I said no. I was anxious to get her. When she handed her over, she said "Bouncy." That's the single best one word descriptor I think. I ask other owners and they have the same experience. A very joyful dog. I wanted one that would be mellow and gentle with my little dogs, and she was picked out. I think what comes with that is a very sensitive dog. I yelled at her once and she was crapped out for an hour, so I never got mad at her again. http://forums.pelicanparts.com/uploa...1618276540.jpg |
Beautiful dog, Steve!
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Winkipop turns 16 in May.
She just had her blood tested and the results came back good, according to the vet. So while I was there I mentioned to one of the vet techs that she had been peeing more often......and letting it go inside, if I didn't let her out often enough. She's never done this before. The vet tech just answered: "It's just old age." I asked her if there was some other explanation. I said "She's never had this issue before and now all of a sudden it's happening - a lot. Almost like some kind of reaction to something." Her reply: "Naw...just old age." OK.....I let it go but the little voice in my head was still thinking it was something else. I've also noticed a very tiny spot of blood in her pee. Very tiny. But noticeable. So tonight I Googled "blood in dog urine" and guess what? Quite a few possibilities but most concern a possible urinary infection - treatable with antibiotics. Get the urine tested by your vet. I have some leftover Cephalaexin, so gave her one of those tonight. Then i googled antibiotics and some products came up on Amazon. I took a look and this one seemed very popular: PetHonesty Cranberry for Dogs - Bladder Support - Dog UTI Treatment Food - Bladder Infection Relief Urinary Tract Health UT Incontinence, Immune System D Mannose So I ordered it, especially based on the "4.6 out of 5 stars" 3,128 ratings. But here's the kicker. Here's one review: Quote:
So my question is...why didn't the vet tech say - "It could be a urinary infection - let's get her urine analyzed. It could just be a matter of administering an antibiotic." Instead she says "It's just old age." I'm a little pissed. I expect better. Even though she's just a tech, I've known her the entire lifetime of Winkipop - 15 years - that she's been at that office. You'd think she'd know a little bit more. Especially after i replied that this just starting happening out of the blue. Versus starting off slow and then becoming more predominate. I've always felt we are our own best advocates when it comes to anything - including health care. But once in a while it helps to have a little outside help. As always - do your homework. Google is your friend. We'll see what happens. That Amazon product gets here on Friday. Until then she'll get these Cephalexins. If that doesn't work I'll contact the vet again. |
Baz did you mention the blood in the urine to the vet or vet tech ? To me that is a clue that may indicate it's more than just getting old . Or maybe not but I would have thought the vet would have at least suggested closer monitoring/tests . If you try the Amazon drugs and you see results provide that info to your vet . Ultimately we all want what's best for our pets , you are being responsible by doing some research on your own .
When I have an interaction like you had I try to give the person another chance , anyone can have an off moment . Maybe the vet tech just was involved with putting down someone's beloved pet . Or maybe just wasn't thinking with the reply . Or maybe they don't care . One interaction is not enough data to make a conclusion . If that conversation continues to bother you have a chat with the vet . Good luck with your dog ......... an extra treat wouldn't hurt 😁 |
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Did not mention the blood at that time because I hadn't noticed it until yesterday. It's OK I was just venting. Will post again with an update when I know more. For now she's doing well. Thanks again. She enjoyed the extra treat! SmileWavy |
Here’s Finny (Lower left hand corner) with his friends at “school”.
He goes every Tuesday and has a ball. Fortunately, they also have boarding. Happiest dog ever. http://forums.pelicanparts.com/uploa...1618592302.jpg |
Bunch of smart ones there, Nutmeg......
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Sherlock is almost 16. He's slowing down a bit, and has a bad back. I think he's mostly blind in his right eye but seems to see OK with his left. I don't think he hears as well as he did. But he can still run and play at times. If it was up to him, the three of us would never be separated by more than a few feet, and there's always be someplace soft to lay, preferrably between my wife and I.
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Sherlock looks like a sweet dog, Steve.
Baz - they are ridiculously smart. My wife has been doing a lot of obedience classes with Finny. He tested out of about three levels in his BW evening. He’s a certified trick dog now. |
Maggie, hanging out with me this afternoon. Nice weather this week in the PNW.
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Speaking of smart...Bosco likes to roll in anything he can find that’s nasty...in this case sloppy poop.
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The dogs name.......Greg Allman.
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Winkipop is doing better - I think mostly because of the Cephalexin I had leftover from 2017 I have been giving her but maybe also the Cranberry supplements over the past 4 days. I haven't noticed any blood in her pee pee for 2 days now. So I drop by the vets to pick up the results of her blood test, which the vet insisted on doing before re-writing her meds for her mobility issue.....and while I was there I told the vet tech - the one that said her leaking was just because she was old - that I did some research and came to the conclusion she had a UTI and was giving her these Cephalexin, and the Cranberry supplements, and it seemed to be working. But I was down to my last Cephalexan, and do you think the vet would extend me the courtesy of providing a few more just to make sure we've got it knocked out?" She said she agreed it made sense and she would ask the vet and call me later. Well I just got home and her message was the vet would need to see her again and get a urinalysis before he could prescribe or offer any anti-biotics. Now, she's had the Cephalexin before - without issue. Heck I've given her 8 capsules just over the past 4 days. And she was taking them back in2017 - without issue. All I wanted is just a handful to make sure we keep the infection knocked out. Then she says (and this is the kicker) they are booked up until sometime in May. In other words......we're on our own. Eff him and eff them........as I said before.....all we need once in a while is a little assistance. Not all vets are like this. Not all offices are like this. Hopefully this last Cephalexin will help along with the supplements. She got a nice bath this morning! :p |
Baz good deal on the pup feeling better that's what really matters . Sounds like it might be time to find another vet . Any chance there is an over the counter equivalent ? I am not kidding maybe talk to your local pharmacist it can't hurt .
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You're right though - important thing is my girl is doing better. My old vet actually lived in town and a couple times he left meds for us in his mailbox that were expired and he couldn't use them at his practice. I realise that all medical professionals have to adhere to certain practices. But like many things - there are always exceptions and in this case this vet obviously didn't give a poop about us. Makes me appreciate my old vet. |
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Putting you off until May is inexcusable. A good vet will squeeze you in somehow. I'd find another. Your old vet will get the message when the new one asks for your dog's file. |
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In the meantime new development. My dentist has been wanting to pull one of my teeth for the past year or so and I've been delaying things a bit because I like my teeth - all of them - and just didn't want to lose any! Situation is it has a crack in it apparently and is un-repairable. It's one of my pre-molars so may not even impact my smile, is the good news. So as of yesterday it started getting tender. I called my dentist this morning to book a date for removal and the tech at the front desk booked a day for me and said in the meantime she would call in an anti-biotic Rx. Hmmmm"Do you ever recommend Cephalexin in 500mg?" "Why yes we do" "OK then - could I please have that for my tooth?" "Why yes....who do you use....I will call it in right away." So........looks like Winkipop and I will BOTH be getting the Cephalexin now....lol. Moral to the story.....a good doggie dad would be willing to loose a tooth if it helps his baby! |
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just recently left my Vet clinic of 15 years.. having at least 3 dogs most of those years.. I've spent $$$$$$$ in that place.. no longer.. one lousy employee with attitude.. and my dog in pain.. poof I'm gone.. new guy and place is awesome... Rika |
Russ says "relax!"
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Here is our Luke he's now 14 months old an quite a character ! He's a shepherd/lab mix and has tons of energy ............... he looks very peaceful in the pic but don't let it fool you :D . We had weiner dogs for the last 18 years so it's quite a transition to Luke . He loves to be with my wife and I . Anyway here's a pic of Luke SmileWavy
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I posted early lastar about losing my boy Jack, and how hard that was. Well, 2021 was determined to top 2020, and we lost my girl Lily too. Both rescues, and both held a solid chunk of my heart. Was very rough saying goodbye, though they both made that hardship more than worthwhile when they were around.
So in late March, my wife and I adopted Chopper from a rescue society in Cochrane. He is about 2, a serious mutt, no idea of providence...and a super dog. Feeling like our luck in adoptions is holding, we picked up Lola a month later, also a rescue from a different society. Lola is around 2 as well, possibly saluki/great dane with a spatter of others thrown in. The two are fast friends, and probably burn tens of thousands of calories a day turning my yard into what looks like a horse track. Could not be happier. Well, actually I could be if they were able to meet Jack and Lily. http://forums.pelicanparts.com/uploa...1621368034.jpg |
Congrats all round! They all look like awesome pups.
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Glad they get along so well. Which is which?
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Thank you, they have been awesome pups indeed!
Chopper up front, male about 65 lbs when we got him, solid 75 now strong as an ox. Lola in the back, she was about 70 lbs and has to he close to 100 now, she's way taller than she looks in that shot, lightning fast. It wasn't roses from day one, chop is missing one little chicklet tooth just in front of his upper canine (and I'm lighter 1k for it), after their one good, and final, disagreement about a week in. Likely broke it on Lola's teeth somehow, in a fight that literally scared the crap out of her. I raced home after a call from the wife telling me "there's blood and **** everywhere!". Spent the whole drive wondering how the **** played into the scenario lol. After that they seemed settled on who is boss, and have been fast friends since. I can't imagine what we would do with either of them without the other, we would never tire them out. |
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Very funny!
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Here's a touching eulogy from a friend of mine who lost his best friend today:
“Pete, my angel, my perimeter guard, my exuberant floppy-eared goofball, my picky picky eater, my head-burying love-on-me little man, my fierce bear dog... I had as a good a day today as I possibly could for you. I rode my bike slowly and enjoyed the smells on the wind and the sun. I rolled on my back in the grass where nobody could see me water them with my tears. I ate good food and took time to appreciate it. At every single moment, you were with me. You still are, and always will be. I will miss you. Terribly. You have a GIANT perimeter to patrol now... keep all those that went before you safe. Goodbye, my beautiful Pete.” https://scontent.ftpa1-2.fna.fbcdn.n...4a&oe=60CFEED2 |
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