Kat's Dogs Posted May 26, 2006 Report Share Posted May 26, 2006 Poor Boy! Just hang in there. We will be waiting for more updates...... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lunar Posted May 26, 2006 Report Share Posted May 26, 2006 Indeed, we'll be waiting for updates. I really hope he feels better soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rebecca, Irena Farm Posted May 26, 2006 Report Share Posted May 26, 2006 I can't believe the emergency vets wouldn't admit him. Water under the bridge now (I missed this earlier). I'm glad you are probably at the vet now. He may need stronger antibiotics if he has a resistant bug or back-to-back infections. But they'll know. He sounds like every dog I've had with acute Ehrlichia. The head to one side thing is called ataxia (though I'm sure you know that). It's a neurological problem and can be accompanied in this disease in particular by seizure activity, nausea (from vertigo), and muscle wasting (noticable on the top of the head - ears don't stand right and skulls looks "sunken" above the eyes). The good news is that if you find the right antibiotic to treat it, he WILL recover with the right supportive care. Consider having your vet show you how to administer subq fluids since the emergency vets are so uncooperative. He definitely could have benefited from that, as well as being ready to support him in case of seizure activity and making him more comfortable with pain meds. But the fluids at least are often 50% of the battle in acute care situations. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beth G Posted May 26, 2006 Report Share Posted May 26, 2006 Poor Boy he has been through so much! You are all in my thoughts. I hope you find answers soon! ~Hugs to Boy, You and your family~! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laura (Cady and Koda's mom) Posted May 26, 2006 Report Share Posted May 26, 2006 Poor baby! Hang in there Michelle. I hope the neurologist can shed some light. How long ago was the tap again? Wondering if dogs get spinal headaches after spinal taps like people do.... Cuddles for him, and good vibes too.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prosperia Posted May 26, 2006 Report Share Posted May 26, 2006 I hope you get answers soon. And some rest too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
emmetteabrakai Posted May 26, 2006 Report Share Posted May 26, 2006 Miz, I hope you get some answers soon, my prayers are with you and Boy. Andrea D. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tammy525 Posted May 26, 2006 Report Share Posted May 26, 2006 Tears, prayers, and hugs Michelle. Poor Boy. He is so lucky to have you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deafbat Posted May 26, 2006 Report Share Posted May 26, 2006 Poor Boy! I hope everything turns out ok (and that the vet will get back to you sooner, rather than later). In the meantime, e-hugs your way! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kat's Dogs Posted May 26, 2006 Report Share Posted May 26, 2006 It has been awhile..... Is everything still OK? Still praying for you (and dear Boy.) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fooshuman Posted May 26, 2006 Report Share Posted May 26, 2006 Poor boy, Miz you both are in my prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miztiki Posted May 26, 2006 Author Report Share Posted May 26, 2006 I've been sleeping all this time. I didn't get any sleep last night. Boy has been sleeping all this time too. It's time to give him his meds and feed him, so hopefully he's able to eat ok. Thanks for all of the support. We were supposed to go camping this weekend and celebrate hubby's birthday. Maybe we'll camp out in the yard instead. Maybe even have a little campfire! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Powder Puff Posted May 27, 2006 Report Share Posted May 27, 2006 Hi Miztiki, How is Boyden going?? I havnt been here for a while, and have just read this thread, very sad. I'm not really sure what your vet has had him checked for, but everything you are describing is exactly what I went through with my pup, the high tempertures, not eating, the holding the head funny, yelping, when he does walk he walks with a hunch back, but he didnt want to walk, he prefered to lay down and not move, he had the sadest look in his eyes. Rebel got a spinal tap and scan done as a breeder/friend/vet of mine suggested that it could be AutoImmune Meningitis and that is what it was. There are all different kinds of meningitis that dogs can get, when we knew what we were dealing with we put him on steriods which help stablize the problem, which could explain why Boyden feels a little better after a dose of it. If I were you I would talk to your vet, and get them to test for meningitis as soon as possible, as it can be life threating, I know someone who had an 8 year old dog pass away from it as their vet didnt know what was wrong. Please feel free to pm me if you need to talk or find out any further information or just post here. Im am not saying this is what Boyden has, I hope it isnt, but I just felt i should share my experience with you. Hope all goes well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beth G Posted May 27, 2006 Report Share Posted May 27, 2006 Meningitis. I didn't even think of that.Poor boy. I hope he doesn't have that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
donna frankland (uk) Posted May 27, 2006 Report Share Posted May 27, 2006 aw miz, sorry to chime in so late, but sending all the healing vibes i can to you and boy right now! hang in there! if you need to chat, you know where i am xx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nancy in AZ Posted May 27, 2006 Report Share Posted May 27, 2006 The spinal tap is the diagnostic tool for the meningitis. I think Miz said it was clean. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beth G Posted May 27, 2006 Report Share Posted May 27, 2006 Oh it is? I'm ignorent. Sorry. Somedays I'm just stupid- for real. Bad brain...lol. Between the fibro and the possible ms I must drive you guys nuts. I read the posts but it doesn't sink in I swear... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Claire Owen Posted May 27, 2006 Report Share Posted May 27, 2006 Still thinking of you guys! Any difference today? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nancy in AZ Posted May 27, 2006 Report Share Posted May 27, 2006 Beth, really, it's not a big deal, so don't sweat the small stuff. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meg's mum Posted May 27, 2006 Report Share Posted May 27, 2006 Happy Birthday Mr Tiki! May you and your family find a sweet restful moment to forget troubles and reflect on what is wonderous and magical past and present. What better basis for a renewed faith that such spirit will still escort our tomorrow and the next? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deneen Posted May 27, 2006 Report Share Posted May 27, 2006 I just read this, Miz. I am thinking of you and Boy. I feel like I know him, and I really hope he is feeling better. You have been through so much recently with him, and it just breaks my heart. Please give him a gentle hug from me. ~Kelly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beth G Posted May 27, 2006 Report Share Posted May 27, 2006 Sorry habit-I get alot of crap from my family about it...lo.l Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beth G Posted May 27, 2006 Report Share Posted May 27, 2006 Sorry habit-I get alot of crap from my family about it...lol. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maralynn Posted May 27, 2006 Report Share Posted May 27, 2006 I'm just catching up here. Miz, I hope Boy is feeling better today. You all have been through so much lately. Please keep us posted. You are in my thoughts and prayers! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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