I just found out that my beloved male puppy is missing a rib, has one kidney, a small liver. He had episodes of "screaming" in pain, he would not eat or drink, had aggressive behavior towards me, and would not let me put him down. At first for hours, and then for a whole day, about once a week. The vet thought it was gas pain. Then we took Xrays and found all of the other issues. He needs to be on amoxycillan, Sam-e, pepcid (only 1.5mg daily), special foods, for the rest of his life. He has IBS and GI problems. It could also be Portal Systemic shunt (micro). A Bial acid test will be given on Monday to determine further treatment. Does anyone have any similar issues at all, any suggestions for treatment, any suggestions where to get the above meds for the least amount of money, or a puppy with any of the same kind of defects? Please help with any information. Thank you.
2007-03-01 12:10:10 · 5 answers · asked by Charlie 1 in Pets ➔ Dogs
Unfortunately, I can't give you any information on treatment, but I have to ask -- did you go back to this dog's breeder with this information?
Any responsible breeder would be willing to support you, whether that be with information on the genetic problems (in which they should be well versed), and/or a full refund to help defray the costs of the treatment.
Is it this person?
http://www.hillbrooks.homestead.com/
If so, they claim to adhere to the Chihuahua Club of America's Code of ethics, which includes the following statement:
"--To keep ourselves informed in the areas of dog health and genetics and to carefully screen all breeding stock for hereditary faults or disqualifying defects, removing any questionable animals from my breeding program."
It would appear that they didn't follow through on this, although bad things can happen despite your best intentions. They do include this guarantee:
"Our Guarantee and Refund/Replacement Policy
We guarantee our puppies for one year against any genetic defect. Our puppies are vet checked and receive their health certificates before they come home to you. However, in the event that something escapes our watchful eye or that of our vet's, we will replace your puppy (if you choose) with another from a subsequent breeding. We require notification from your vet detailing the genetic defect he discovered. If needed, our vet will consult with your vet to determine if it is indeed a genetic flaw. After that, arrangements will be made to replace the puppy. "
http://www.hillbrooks.homestead.com/PricesandPolicies.html
I certainly hope your breeder is working with you on this. Best of luck with your poor little guy!
2007-03-01 12:34:27 · answer #1 · answered by Loki Wolfchild 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I dont have a dog with this kind of defect issue but If you are truly committed to this then your Vet should be able to tell you where you can get the needed meds. Unless they have a perscription there...you can also call around for prices on things. Honestly you should notify the breeder. There are a few reasons for this. One is if this is genetics then the original parents should NOT have been bred. Also, this should be recorded in their records for future breedings and book keeping. Your breeder should also offer to either take this puppy back and refund your money ( genetics reasons standing) but if you choose to keep the puppy then this its up to you to deal with this problem. There are some great groups in the yahoo groups for pets even breed specific groups and they woyuld be more likey to be able to help you with suggestions and " home remedies" of sorts. They have helped me greatly with my dogs. If you think the breeder you got your puppy from was a Back yard breeder, or a puppy mill of sorts then you should call your local authorities or ASPCA for the proper way to handle it. This will help others like you, future buyers as well as the poor animals that are subjected to awful things. I hope I helped or gave a place to start from...good luck and Bless your heart for helping and sticking with your little one!!!
2007-03-01 12:29:22 · answer #2 · answered by the1mom1997 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Honestly, I was thinking the same thing.. I don't know, but I guess just think about being in the poor things place. I don't think there's a lot you can do, other than pain meds that might help. But he's very young, and he'll have to go through his life with these defects. As hard as it may be, maybe putting him to sleep would be best for him; not only will he not be in pain anymore, but if you think about it financially, keeping an injured pet like that is expensive.
I'm sorry, I hope there might be something else you can do for him.
2007-03-01 12:23:19 · answer #3 · answered by Laura M 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
take it to the vet it's the poor dog's only hope
2007-03-01 15:03:38 · answer #4 · answered by mickeymousedude 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
mabe it it best to put him out of his pain... my dog has a defect but it's not very serious
2007-03-01 12:17:44 · answer #5 · answered by Sui, Steve Irwin's dog 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋