X-rays reveal the dog has stones and recently I've noticed some blood in his urine. I don't want to do surgery because of his age. He has additional health issues which I feel would make surgery risky. The cost would be over $1500. My cousin had a dog who had the same surgery. The stones reappeared after one year and the dog subsequently died. Is there anything I can do? By the way, he doesn't seem to be in pain, is eating well, and is eager to play. I feel guilty by not electing to have the surgery done, but I had another Lhasa who lived to be 17 after spending thousands of dollars to keep her going. I can't do this again.
2007-02-12 07:42:34 · 6 answers · asked by Elane M 1 in Pets ➔ Dogs
Can you find a Reiki animal practioner in your area? Reiki will help your dog to come into balance so that your dog's natural ablility to self-heal will manifest. You may also wish to take the dog for acupuncture and change diet, add herbs and supplements. Yes, this will cost money, but well below the cost of surgery. When our dogs age we just have to spend a little more money on them than when they are young. What is your animal companion worth to you?
blessings!
2007-02-12 07:55:20 · answer #1 · answered by lubinmt 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
It depends on what kind of stones they are....the size of them........etc. If there is blood in the urine and considering the size of the stones -- did the vet say they would pass? I have a rescue Coonhound Mix that I just had the bladder stones removed. They then put her on a very expensive dog food from Hill's called c/d prescription dog food. $42 a bag. ouch.......This dog food is made by prescription for the dog that is prone to stones. I take the responsibility for my dog, Sadie, very seriously and even tho I am on Social Security Disability.....I have seen to her health. If you can no longer go through this again.......maybe you shouldn't even own a dog (not being spiteful or ugly towards you......just honest). I don't know where you live, but, the surgery my dog got was not that expensive. Good Luck,,,,,,,but, don't forget your dog depends on you. Maybe talk to your vet about food that helps to dissolve certain stones. p.s if the dog is passing blood it is because the stones have maybe caused an infection and inflammation like in my dog.
2007-02-12 07:54:42 · answer #2 · answered by missellie 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I found the following link about canine bladder stones. It sounds like if the stones are blocking the urinary tract, they will have to be removed, but otherwise you may be able to put your dog on prescription meds and a prescription diet to help dissolve the stones. Keeping the dog on the diet (and maybe on meds) may prevent further stones. I currently have my cats on a similar diet to help prevent her frequent UTIs - so she won't get stones. Stones can be fatal - that is how my sister's cat died too - if the vet says that the stones are causing blockage, you could get a second opinion... but surgery sound like it may be the only option in that case.
2007-02-12 07:59:41 · answer #3 · answered by mmct21 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am not aware of anything that you can do, short of surgery. As long as your dog is not suffering, given his age, let him be.
On the other hand, he might suffer needlessly in the future. If those stones eventually pass, he will suffer tremendously.
I am sorry, but it is a very tough decision. Just keep a close eye on him.
2007-02-12 07:55:39 · answer #4 · answered by Jack Chedeville 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-05-24 01:58:41 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
go to this site. http://www.askja.co.uk/ its run by friend of mine all about Lhasa's, they got loads of them and im sure will be happy to help. Send Email to Lyn.
2007-02-12 07:57:06 · answer #6 · answered by CC 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋