German Shepherd just diagnosed with Megaesophagus, confused, worried! Help!?

Question

Our 4 year old German Shepherd was just diagnosed with Megaesophagus. If anyone has any advice please contact me.

Answer 1

Here are some helpful webpages. It is serious, but depending on severity can be managed.

http://www.petplace.com/dogs/megaesophagus-in-dogs/page1.aspx

http://www.marvistavet.com/html/body_megaesophagus.html

http://www.geocities.com/bailey_chair/

http://www.vin.com/VINDBPub/SearchPB/Proceedings/PR05000/PR00133.htm

Answer 2

http://www.veterinarypartner.com/Content.plx?P=A&S=0&C=0&A=604

This should answer some of your questions. Please be sure to ask your vet about all of the possible causes and tests that can be run, and see a specialist if necessary. Good luck to you and your doggie!