My 2 year old Lab has epilepsy he is and will be on medication for the rest of his life. Despite being on 1000mg of bromide and mysolyn he is still having fits once a week. I took him to the vets today after making an appointment to have him put to sleep. I left the vets in tears with Harvey, I could not do it. Is there anyone who could give him the home he deserves? Maybe someone who could nurse him through the fits.
2006-11-08 02:05:03 · 26 answers · asked by Nippo 2 in Pets ➔ Dogs
Why did your vet suggest bromide and mysoline? Phenobarbital is usually the first choice when starting any seizure medication.
Either way, give the medication time to work. It did not take long to notice it was helping my dog, but for it to start working to its fullest, it took nearly a year and a half. He is eight and has a seizure about 3-4 times a year (nothing that is major). If you want to keep your dog, try switching his food. Dog food with any preservatives or artificial colors can cause seizures. Nutro Natural Choice Rice and Lamb Meal is a great food, as well as Purina One Lamb and Rice. Do more research before you make your final decision to get rid of your dog. With the proper medication and food, your dog may do considerable better, with less fits.
If you still want to find your dog a new home, check with your local animal shelter, they may have someone that would be willing to take your dog in.
Check out this site I found. There are many things that can trigger a seizure and sometimes it is very simple to control.
http://www.canine-epilepsy.com/overview.html
2006-11-08 02:38:27 · answer #1 · answered by ...... 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Getting rid of him because he has faults. Well! Imagine what this world would be like if we all did that!
Look, I know it's tough. I know it's heartbreaking to see your dog go through seizures. I know there will be a lot to learn for you. You will have to have patience with your dog. You will have to deal with possible accidents in the house, along with many other challenges, but isn't he worth it?
Dogs can be dangerous during a seizure, you'll have to keep your kids, if you have them, away, you'll have to keep the dog away from stairs, and keep a close eye on him at all times.
This is a lifetime commitment. The dog loves you. You gave him a home. He's already got enough problems with his epilepsy. And now you're going to send him to some strange place with strange people where he will sit all day wondering when mom is coming back. (ok, I personified the dog a little there)
I know it will be difficult, but unless you're in a wheel chair with no one else in the house, I'm very saddened that you want to give up this poor dog. Maybe your vet needs to try other meds. Please don't give him up! Have a heart!
And if you do give him up, know, that you never deserve to own another animal for as long as you live.
2006-11-08 02:22:55 · answer #2 · answered by KJ 5 · 4⤊ 0⤋
Why on earth are you incapable of looking after him??? Also, vets can only give a general prognosis; we had a spastic labrador puppy that we were told would only live for a year or two and would never be able to walk more than 5-6 feet at a time. He got stronger and ended up going for mile long walks, living to the age of 14. Maybe your dog will get better as he gets older, maybe he won't. What is certain is that he deserves the chance to do so.
2006-11-08 02:10:21 · answer #3 · answered by rosbif 7 · 4⤊ 0⤋
I'm sure he wouldn't put you to sleep if you had epilespsy. He relies on you. My friends dog has epliepsy and he is fine apart from 1 or to fits a month. They give you so much and you just want to get rid. Look after him, he will bring you so much joy. I have a 2 year old lab and I love him to death, he is hard work at times but I could never give him away. It's something you have to get used to. At least try, don't give up at the first hurdle. The meds will ease the fits after a while so they won't be as frequent
2006-11-08 03:56:35 · answer #4 · answered by fel t 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
How could you be so cruel!
I strongly suggest you stop thinking and feeling sorry for YOURSELF and start thinking how YOU can best take care of your faithful dog! Go to another vet and ask to try a different medication, I worked with young adults with epilepsy for 5 years and a lot of them had to be tried on all kinds of different meds to control their seizures, for goodness sake if you were to have a child with epilepsy would you put that up for adoption also??? GET A GRIP and stop being so bloody selfish!
2006-11-09 04:23:51 · answer #5 · answered by Pawstimes16 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Why don't you want him?Is it because you feel you can't cope or is it the cost of the medication?He will probably always have epilepsy but if it settles down to a regular occurance of say once a wk could you not cope with the reassurance that the dog needs?Think this is more about your inability to cope with what to you(not so much the dog)seems a very upsetting condition.If you feel you cannot cope try a Lab rescue centre,but please don't put down what is otherwise a healthy dog.
2006-11-08 02:32:52 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 1⤋
Well, this must be a terrable predicament to be in. But dont do it to the dog. Keep the dog with you where he wants to be, he has already endured the horror of fits and having to cope with epilepsy, think about how awful and stressful it would be for him to be abandoned by you as well. I know this must be very hard for you but all the dog will need of you is your love and care and he will always reward you with your unconditional love. Dont rehome him, look after him and certaintly dont put him to sleep.
2006-11-12 02:00:28 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
what a horrible owner you are. Go to a different vet and discuss what medication he can have to control the fits. Ask about phenobarbitone. I would not have DREAMED of getting rid of my wonderful collie just because he was epileptic.If you are unwilling to make some kind of effort for your dog then have him put to sleep. You seem to be thinking only about yourself and not the dog.
2006-11-08 11:28:06 · answer #8 · answered by fenlandfowl 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Where do you live? There might be a Labrador rescue in your area that might be able to take him and find him a good home. Ask your vet if he knows of such a rescue operation.
Have you check specialists to see if there isn't anything else that can be done for him?
Good luck, I'm sure you'll find him a home. There are those out there that take animals with special needs.
2006-11-08 02:10:27 · answer #9 · answered by BVC_asst 5 · 4⤊ 0⤋
Fair enough if you want to give him to someone. I don't your situation nor do I know much about epilipsy. But shame on you for wanting to put the poor dog down. Please don't do it. Think about whether you could keep him and if you can't and have to give him away make sure you are very careful about who you give him to as they may be cruel people or use the dog for scientifc expierments. I have heard of this stuff happening before. Be very careful.
2006-11-08 04:19:11 · answer #10 · answered by jane 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋