Special Thanks to the Dog Lovers

[clunker]

Following up on my posts in the linked thread, I wanted to offer a "Thank You" to all those who offered financial and emotional support.

http://forum.accurateshooter.com/threads/national-doggie-day.3986871/

A brief recap:
Approximately 11 months ago, Peyton started having loose stools and began rapidly losing weight. After several trips to the vet and lots of treatments, we still did not have a diagnosis, and her condition continued to decline. I was preparing for the inevitable loss of my little girl. After revealing Peyton's condition in the aforementioned thread, I received a flood of support from other members, and I wanted to express my sincere thanks.

Update:
I decided to visit a different vet, and her prognosis was equally grim. I could not afford the endless medical tests or any of the procedures to correct whatever might be wrong. However, the vet recommended a dietary supplement as a last ditch effort, and we gave it a try. Four weeks later, I am happy to announce that Peyton has fully recovered. She is back to normal weight and energy level. We still do not know what was/is wrong with her, but I have my dog back, and that is worth celebrating. I'll post some Frisbee videos of what your thoughts and prayers have saved when weather permits.

 

[TAJ45]

Absolutely Wonderful to have the Special Family member back. I am glad she turned the corner and is well on the road of recovery.

 

[tsyarnall]

Following up on my posts in the linked thread, I wanted to offer a "Thank You" to all those who offered financial and emotional support.

http://forum.accurateshooter.com/threads/national-doggie-day.3986871/

A brief recap:
Approximately 11 months ago, Peyton started having loose stools and began rapidly losing weight. After several trips to the vet and lots of treatments, we still did not have a diagnosis, and her condition continued to decline. I was preparing for the inevitable loss of my little girl. After revealing Peyton's condition in the aforementioned thread, I received a flood of support from other members, and I wanted to express my sincere thanks.

Update:
I decided to visit a different vet, and her prognosis was equally grim. I could not afford the endless medical tests or any of the procedures to correct whatever might be wrong. However, the vet recommended a dietary supplement as a last ditch effort, and we gave it a try. Four weeks later, I am happy to announce that Peyton has fully recovered. She is back to normal weight and energy level. We still do not know what was/is wrong with her, but I have my dog back, and that is worth celebrating. I'll post some Frisbee videos of what your thoughts and prayers have saved when weather permits.

I’m so happy for you and Peyton. Some people don’t see dogs as we do. I rescue whenever I can. It’s amazing just how much they thrive in a kind and loving home. You, as many of us, would do whatever we could to save them from pain and short lived lives. Good for you for going the extra mile! Give Peyton a hug from me....

 

[Sieg]

That is SPECTACULAR!

December of 2018 after surgery I was offered an option of chemotherapy for my 9 year old Lab who came down with small cell melanoma. I had him on THC and CBD oil treatments since the day I spotted the external tumor. My vet of 27 years is exceptional, but as professional protocol he presented the option and $2,700 expense. I sarcastically asked him if that price came with a guarantee.... we knew the answer. My Lab has been taking THC/CBD daily ever since.

Vets cannot recommend THC/CBD without risk of losing their license to practice. However they're actively researching the benefits of THC, CBD, and other natural cures.

Fact is there are non-pharma options that can make a world of difference in many cases. Since they can't be easily patented for profit they tend to get swept under the rug.

Every day of unconditional love with our best friends is truly a gift..... especially when you've come close to losing them.

 

[Murray Brook]

Really glad to hear that your "best friend" is doing good.

 

[338 dude]

Following up on my posts in the linked thread, I wanted to offer a "Thank You" to all those who offered financial and emotional support.

http://forum.accurateshooter.com/threads/national-doggie-day.3986871/

A brief recap:
Approximately 11 months ago, Peyton started having loose stools and began rapidly losing weight. After several trips to the vet and lots of treatments, we still did not have a diagnosis, and her condition continued to decline. I was preparing for the inevitable loss of my little girl. After revealing Peyton's condition in the aforementioned thread, I received a flood of support from other members, and I wanted to express my sincere thanks.

Update:
I decided to visit a different vet, and her prognosis was equally grim. I could not afford the endless medical tests or any of the procedures to correct whatever might be wrong. However, the vet recommended a dietary supplement as a last ditch effort, and we gave it a try. Four weeks later, I am happy to announce that Peyton has fully recovered. She is back to normal weight and energy level. We still do not know what was/is wrong with her, but I have my dog back, and that is worth celebrating. I'll post some Frisbee videos of what your thoughts and prayers have saved when weather permits.

If a dietary supplement made a big turn around in her condition I would definitely change food I hear so many bad things about dog food these days

 

[Papa Charlie]

Our little Maltese dog, "Sadie" went through a period similar to what the OP described. Her stools were runny, wasn't eating and no energy at all. You could tell her stomach was upset as she showed signs of discomfort when you picked her up. We tried everything. Eventually with a great deal of research, we started giving her CBD oil. That helped with the discomfort. But what really turned her around was giving her plain Greek Yogurt to build back up the bacteria in her stomach so she could process food and changing her food.

We were purchasing food from the pet store, most of it is crap and a lot of it contains things that dogs like but are harmful to them. What I think really did it was we tried to give her a treat and purchased that natural food for dogs that comes in a roll and has to be refrigerated. She loved it but it was very shortly after that she experienced the symptoms. Could have been bad or she could have been fighting something else and that pushed her over the edge. Don't know.

Now Sadie gets cooked ground turkey or tilapia mixed with peas, carrots and beans. She loves it and she is back to being her vibrant self. I ran the numbers too, it is actually cheaper than buying the store dog food. Who would have guest it.

I have never been a real lover of small dogs before Sadie. I have always had Golden Retrievers. Lost Tasha my last Golden a week after I lost my father. She was the greatest dog I have ever had. Saw her face out of the corner of my eye down the hall way for almost a year afterwards. But Sadie is so animated and an amazing friend. Wouldn't trade her for anything.

To the OP, glad that you got your friend back. They are part of our family.

 

[Dgd6mm]

That is outstanding!

 

[terrace]

Happy To hear she's doing well. which supplements do you give her

 

[blairf]

Wonderful news !

 

[jonbearman]

Great news. I just sent away for cbd oil for my dog as he is losing his appetite. We will see if it works on him. Losing a Dog is like losing a child. It is very hard on me and my girlfreind. We lost 3 Dogs in 18 months around 2010, it really got me down for a while.

 

[JFrank]

@clunker
So very happy to hear your story of Peyton’s recovery, how relieved you must be for the time you’ve been granted.
I still miss my little guy every day.
Best wishes
Jim

 

[338 dude]

Great news. I just sent away for cbd oil for my dog as he is losing his appetite. We will see if it works on him. Losing a Dog is like losing a child. It is very hard on me and my girlfreind. We lost 3 Dogs in 18 months around 2010, it really got me down for a while.

I know it did the three danes I had previous to the two I have now we’re all gone within a year it’s definitely rough but read what JDS holler said in a post earlier it literally broke me down it is so well said he must be a poet on the side I have saved it in my pictures

 

[clunker]

If a dietary supplement made a big turn around in her condition I would definitely change food I hear so many bad things about dog food these days

I changed food more times than I care to count. Diet was never part of her problem, even though it was the first thing I suspected.

Happy To hear she's doing well. which supplements do you give her

After ruling out any intestinal blockage, the vet recommended a pancreatic enzyme formula (PancrePlus). It contains three enzymes that break down proteins, fats, and carbohydrates into smaller soluble molecules that her body can absorb. No idea if her pancreas has failed, or if she was so sick for so long that it could not do its job. I also added two probiotics (FortiFlora and Probiotic Miracle). Now that she is healthy and stable again, I plan to take her off the enzymes to see if her pancreas has normal function again. If not, I will probably have to give her the supplement for the rest of her life. Still worth it if it comes to that.

 

[critter_bill]

So glad your pup has recovered. Our precious yellow Lab, Ellie Mae, had a stroke at age 10, couldn't walk for a week but with many prayers, love, and support, she fought her way back and lived to age 15. Although we have two "little dogs" now after 30 years of Labs, I love them dearly but still mourn my Ellie Mae. I almost feel guilty sometimes, like I am being disloyal to Gibby Lee and Hattie Sue, but as the post above stated so eloquently, Ellie Mae took a big chunk of my heart and soul with her. Enjoy your sweet girl.

 

[Daddymac]

So glad Peyton is getting better, they become such a deep rooted part of our lives, where would we be without dogs?

 

[338 dude]

So glad Peyton is getting better, they become such a deep rooted part of our lives, where would we be without dogs?

Lonely