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Meet My New Puppy - Name Decided - Meet Earl
Kelly_Louise replied to MsKatie's topic in General Dog Discussion
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Where To Start? Confirmed Cushings
Kelly_Louise replied to j's topic in Health / Nutrition / Grooming
Chloe's test results have come back as way too low again (borderline Addisonian) - which means, stopping all medication again. She will need to be retested early next week for them to determine what condition her adrenals are in (whether they have stopped responding all together, or if the medication dosage was just too high). Sigh... did I mention this disease is NOT fun Everytime I feel that things are going well, we get surprised (not always good)... Poor Chloe - but at least it was caught early before an Addisonian crisis. Which is why regular testing is imperative guys (even though it's financially draining ) *strapping myself in for the latest roller coaster ride* -
Daisy has such a nice, friendly smile - how can anyone be afraid of her !!!
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Still think you should say something to the lady - or make some indication her behaviour is not called for and not acceptable. It's not just up to YOU to do the responsible thing - you're doing your part already. You do have the right to walk your 'in control' dog without having to go through this grief. I feel sorry for people who are afraid, but we each have our own responsibilities - and they have to face theirs too (if the dog was pulling at the lead trying to get to them, I would say something different - but huski is already going out of her way to show that the dog is harmless and now this lady must also try to curb her own behaviour). YOu just can't walk down the street waving metal poles at innocent people, regardless of what your problem is, and she needs to take responsibility for her own actions. If someone was afraid of a certain nationality for instance (perhaps had a bad experience etc) it wouldn't be acceptable to wave metal poles at everyone suspected of being that nationality would it? Or if a certain gender had traumatised them, waving a metal pole at everyone of that gender is unacceptable. It would probably get you a kick in the teeth much quicker than NOT waving a metal pole would.
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I would jumped into action as soon as he swung the first punch, or stomped the first stomp... or in fact, just for having 30kgs of chain around it's neck. I am assuming that the neighbour (quite rightly) may have been terrified (if he does that to a dog, what would he do to ME?) - however, ringing the police or RSPCA and asking to stay anonymous as you are afraid of consequences is what I'd have done. I'd never be able to sleep after seeing what that man must have seen... Dogmad, couldn't have said it better myself. These people are NOT fit to walk amongst us in society - plain simple oxygen thieves. There is NO excuse for this type of behaviour. Even if the dog had attacked him etc, still no excuse. It's pure torture at it's lowest - and it is NOT accepted in Australia. Sadly, people like this (who don't see anything wrong with what they are doing), usually only respond if they are subjected to the same treatment. If it ends in yet another wrist slap, I've lost my faith in the justice system...
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SHE had to get inside because she was hot... so, what did she think the dog was (and would continue to be in a closed car on a hot day)? It's freaking common sense. I'D be embarassed if I was her too... dumb a$$. It's all over the news constantly these days... and yet people STILL continue to do it. Ummmm... idiots much?
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There is just nothing a dog could do that would incite such treatment towards them. So why? There are just no words - it's too sickening. What the hell is wrong with people... really... is this guy even human? Let's hope that he does get jail time, and perhaps there are a few inside with a few metal bars of their own. This cruelty will never even get close to stopping as long as they are getting their wrists slapped - and allowed to live amongst normal society. They are simply NOT normal. I couldn't allow it to go on for 2 days though... but I guess at least someone DID do something to save Boof's life. God bless you Boof. I pray you find a home where you'll never feel pain again, only loving cuddles and gentle hands.
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Where To Start? Confirmed Cushings
Kelly_Louise replied to j's topic in Health / Nutrition / Grooming
Yep - try not to think about it J. I gave up the tally after about a month. It was too depressing Chloe's Cushings journey would be close to, if not more than about $10k (including meds). Add that onto the $10k for leg operations - and she's the most expensive Australian Cattle Dog in history If you're lucky and have a good run with it, the costs aren't too bad. It's just when dosage needs to be changed (or initial diagnosis) that costs the most, as testing is needed pretty close to each other. Thank you J, I'm fairly sure her results will be pretty standard this time as she's really well at the moment - but it wouldn't be the first time I've been shocked with this disease -
$35 an hour??? That is excellent money for relatively unskilled work. The basic wage is well below that, around $20 isn't it?? Isn't that way more than what most skilled people earn? I'm off to put my resignation in so I can earn more on poo patrol
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How To Exercise A Fat Lazy Dog.
Kelly_Louise replied to whitka's topic in Health / Nutrition / Grooming
My girl has pretty bad arthritis, and is slightly over what we'd like her to be (difficult to shift her weight as she has Cushings disease), but we find that a slow ambling ON LEAD walk is fine for her, and she even looks forward to it (will race to the gate and wait to go). She may walk 500m to the park, then have a 5 minute rest lying down - then trot along again for another 500m or so and have another rest. But we don't overdo it and it's gentle and at her own pace. Whens he wants to stop and rest, we do that. If she wants to have a run, we do that - if she just wants to wander and sniff, we do that. But it gives her the physical exercise she needs And it doesn't have to be long walks. 10 minutes of slow ambling, building up over time will help. Also, we walk her at the park on the grass and off hard surfaces (easy for us as my parents live directly across the road from the park) - but try to keep them off hard surfaces as much as possible - even if it means allowing them to walk on the grassy bits that run next to footpaths. If you are still having problems shifting weight, I'd get him checked out by a vet. We thought we just weren't being vigilent enough with Chloe's diet (no matter HOW hard we tried) but found out we were fighting a losing battle due to her untreated and undiagnosed Cushings disease. Since then, it's been easier - but still a challenge. -
Where To Start? Confirmed Cushings
Kelly_Louise replied to j's topic in Health / Nutrition / Grooming
We live and learn through this disease Juice - so don't fret too much. Totally agree J, sometimes you feel you're at their disposal - and of course, to get the answers you have to have them tested... but you feel anxious as hundreds at a time float out of your bank account... THAT'S probably the most scary part of it all Chloe is going in for her ACTH stim test today, just to make sure that this new dosage is working out okay (which I think it is) - but better to be safe than have her become ill. We should get those results tomorrow afternoon. -
Now that's what I could use! Must ask Sasha's trainer how we can get her doing this!!! :p Priceless!!
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Yep, of course people expect to be paid for doing a job ? I wouldn't... what about good will and helping out a fellow human when they're in need? I WOULD expect payment if someone just didn't like doing it, or just couldn't be bothered to do it themselves... but if someone (ie neighbour, friend, family) asked me because they were ill or physically unable to, I'd be more than happy to help them (for the dogs sake too).
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Where To Start? Confirmed Cushings
Kelly_Louise replied to j's topic in Health / Nutrition / Grooming
Yeah it's a very frustrating disease... we went through the same thing with Chloe's normal vet... as soon as I was sure it was something fairly serious I pulled her out and took her straight to the specialist. They moved really quickly to get the diagnosis and start treatment. No messing around, thank goodness. Understand the waiting game... it's so frustrating. Hang in there cause you're right, you've come this far. Knowledge is your best bet, that way you can ask for things particularly or discuss different avenues if you are concerned, so that you don't waste money. You should hopefully get your results from the suppression test though... although it's tougher on the dogs. 8 hours is a long day for them... -
And welcome! Pffft, I'd still do it now if I could find enough people who needed poop scooping services to sustain me full time!!!
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EXACKERY! but...there are plenty of people on DOL who walk with big stick and poles to protect their dogs if they get attacked. Is that not okay? But are they lifting and flailing that stick at every single thing that they walk past 'just in case'? I'd think not - and that they use it to protect their dogs and themselves in an ACTUAL dog attack. And if they are waving it around at everything, then no that's not okay. This lady has every right to carry a stick or pole, no issues there... however, there is no need to wave it, lift it or use it to threaten when there is no apparent danger (other than those she is imagining).
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Where To Start? Confirmed Cushings
Kelly_Louise replied to j's topic in Health / Nutrition / Grooming
To be honest, they should have done the suppression test originally. It is what is commonly used to 'diagnose' Cushings as it is much more accurate. In my experience they use the Stim test more regularly for the regular checkups to make sure dosage is on track. A false negative does happen. After Chloe came out of remission, she had a false negative on a ACTH Stim test. We started to worry thinking it must be something else as well (ie diabetes)... however, she had a Suppression test and it returned positive for Cushings (within a week of each other). I believe that Loraine also experienced false negatives on her Cushings journey with her boy too. So don't worry too much at the moment and trying to think of what else it might be, false negatives happen frequently. And considering the symptoms you listed, I'd say that a false negative is highly likely in this case. The only problem is... now the waiting game again... -
EXACKERY!
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Aww Fran, I wish I was closer - I'd happily do it for you. Would people actually expect money to do that? I don't actually mind poo patrol (except in times of intestinal disturbances - not so pleasant then). Sash loves nothing more than hiding them all over the place to surprise me... or leave a trail. Hope things with your back improves soon.
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Good on you for being so caring and responsible, even in the face of extreme irrationality. I try to do the same, but I can't honestly say it doesn't make me want to scream at them for being ridiculous. I wouldn't, but I want to. Apart from the risk of her hitting your dog, people like this are very prone to exaggeration (through their fear) - and you just never know where that can bite you in the proverbial. You never know when they become so irrational that they start making a fuss and complaints that can have you defending your totally innocent dog and responsible ways. Can you maybe say hi to her and explain that your dog is harmless and does not hurt people, and also mention that her lifting the pole is scaring your dog and also yourself. Explain that you are trying to keep your dog away from her, even though you know there is no danger to her - so there is no need to go waving poles around and threatening anyone. Or... maybe just take your own pole and wave it back at her when she starts
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When Looking For A Puppy....
Kelly_Louise replied to jess live die's topic in General Dog Discussion
We wasted our time looking through the yellow pages for hours - and generally never found what we were looking for anyway... -
I'm very sorry for your loss - and hope that some day soon Kahlua finds her way back to you. There are some great tips here - I especially think that perhaps getting her some coverage with pictures in some local area papers would be helpful - as well as asking service stations/shops/vets etc if you can put up some posters in their windows (so people won't be inclined to take them down - we have the same problem in our area with people ripping down signs in public places where they have access). Perhaps, if you have no luck but would still like to have a furry friend, and when you are feeling better and stronger - you might like to think about adopting a rescue dog? It might help with your feelings of guilt over 'replacing' Kahlua if you believe you are doing a good deed to give something back and helping to save a life? A good rescue organisation can work with you to help match you with a dog that will suit your needs too. Just a thought - but let's just hope that Kahlua is found or returned to you soon. Don't give up hope. Some dogs have been missing for weeks or months before coming home. It is okay to move on though when you feel ready. There is no shame or guilt in it, you have tried your best to find Kahlua, and I'm sure will keep doing so. Is Kahlua microchipped with your current details?
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Aloveen for us!
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Where To Start? Confirmed Cushings
Kelly_Louise replied to j's topic in Health / Nutrition / Grooming
$42 for the MONTH!! Oh goodness - stick with Lysodren!!! The liquid Trilostane is approx $160 (including delivery) for about 1.5 - 2 months. The tablets were $250 for approx 1.5 - 2 months But that's why they only give you a certain supply of tablets - they generally wait until re-testing and then decide if the dosage needs to be adjusted before ordering more tablets. Otherwise, very expensive tablets with no use We'd love to see some pics of Occy anyway Mase is just LUBBERLY! If he is diagnosed with Cushings - once on treatment you will find that any additional weight is a little easier to shift (although is still an uphill battle for us with Chloe ). He looks just like my sisters old bully who was pts many years ago - he was such a sweet thing. -
Where To Start? Confirmed Cushings
Kelly_Louise replied to j's topic in Health / Nutrition / Grooming
The first pic is me and Chloe during her first very bad allergic reaction - which led us to the Cushings diagnosis. What you can't see behind her smile is a very uncomfortable girl, her head and neck were swollen and she had little lumps all over her skull But still, her smile, God bless her. The next two are just after her diagnosis and ultrasound which 'confirmed' it was pituitary related. This was pre-meds, so as you can see she still has a very bloated belly - and as usual had her head stuck in a water bowl guzzling. And the last two were of her recuperating and wearing her ARH specialist bandanna that she had been given for being a good patient