JulesP Posted October 28, 2012 Share Posted October 28, 2012 How is the puppy today? Has his eyesight come back? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jednkirrasmummy Posted October 28, 2012 Author Share Posted October 28, 2012 Just went to visit our little man. His vision came back quite quickly they said , and he hasn't had any more seizures since the initial one. They said he is doing really well. We are keeping him there another night so they can monitor him, and we will speak to the specialists again tomorrow. We feel like we should go ahead with surgery since he is doing this well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JulesP Posted October 28, 2012 Share Posted October 28, 2012 (edited) Good that he is stabilizing. What has the breeder said? I wish I could help you with what to do. I hadn't decided whether I would get the op done with my dog but then that wasn't an option in the end. I was a bit worried about the odds at the time. My girl was one when she was diagnosed. Edited October 28, 2012 by JulesP Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
persephone Posted October 28, 2012 Share Posted October 28, 2012 Is the breeder being supportive ? I hope so. because Jed is so tiny and unwell, it is such a tough choice . Surgery is a big shock to any dog's system . Good news that he's feeling better :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dancinbcs Posted October 28, 2012 Share Posted October 28, 2012 Good news that he has stabilised a bit to give you some more time to seek the opinion of a specialist. Get all the info you can before making a decision. I too hope the breeder is supportive but am a little concerned as they sold you two siblings in a very demanding breed and that is not something most good breeders would ever do. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jednkirrasmummy Posted October 28, 2012 Author Share Posted October 28, 2012 Apparently being younger is a positive thing? Breeder is asking for details of our vet to call them at the moment.. Unfortunately we weren't very knowledgable about reputable breeders and I wouldn't think they are.. But the fact that they haven't just said no way is a positive I guess? If this doesn't go as planned, is there someone I should report them to, to ensure that they don't breed their dogs again and let other buyers of puppies in the same litter know too? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WoofnHoof Posted October 28, 2012 Share Posted October 28, 2012 Yes there is a better chance of success for the op in dogs under 1 y/o, mine was about 10 months when he had his op. it's great to hear he has picked up considerably :) I'd still be ringing Werribee as suggested just to double check that it's all good to go. I can't really comment on the breeder I couldn't get hold of mine by the time I'd learned about the shunt, unless they are registered with the state canine council there is no one to report to and the test isn't mandatory in the breed so I'm not sure there's much avenue to stop them rebreeding the dogs I'd just explain that it would be better if they didn't given there is thought to be a generic component to the condition. Yes I thought you were brave taking on two huskies at once they are a full on breed for sure :laugh: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dancinbcs Posted October 28, 2012 Share Posted October 28, 2012 Apparently being younger is a positive thing? Breeder is asking for details of our vet to call them at the moment.. Unfortunately we weren't very knowledgable about reputable breeders and I wouldn't think they are.. But the fact that they haven't just said no way is a positive I guess? If this doesn't go as planned, is there someone I should report them to, to ensure that they don't breed their dogs again and let other buyers of puppies in the same litter know too? As liver shunt is not a recognised breed problem there is little you or the breeder can do to avoid it happening again. It may be a random congenital problem or it may be hereditary but the mode of inheritance is not known. It would however be wise for the breeder to not breed the parents together again. If either parent produces it again to another partner then they would know it is hereditary and should cease breeding with that line. I am glad the breeder asked for the vet's details. It is better that they hear the diagnosis direct from the vet and at least they are interested. Hopefully they will also offer to refund the purchase price of the puppy regardless of the outcome. A link to some more interesting reading about liver shunts. Liver Shunts Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jednkirrasmummy Posted October 29, 2012 Author Share Posted October 29, 2012 Just went to see our little man. He is doing really well at the moment which is so good to see! He was so excited to see us. He seemed like he was back to normal ! ( I wish!) Hoping that the surgeon is still happy to go ahead with the surgery on Wednesday. We speak to him again tomorrow. Meanwhile Jed will be in the emergency vet as he is doing so well there we don't want to do anything to make him go downhill again. Would love nothing more than to take him home but he's in the best place he could be. The nurses all love him and are happy to keep him there :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WoofnHoof Posted October 29, 2012 Share Posted October 29, 2012 It's great to hear he is doing well. I guess my only concern with your current vets is whether they have done much of this type of surgery, the intrahepatic is not an easy surgery and if I were you I'd try and find out who has the most experience doing this type of surgery and go with them. The current vets shouldn't be offended it makes sense to give your dog the best chance, the specialist I went to gave me that same advice, he said his clinics surgeon would be happy to do the surgery but if it was his dog it would be going to the surgeon who had the most experience with intrahepatic shunts. It's up to you of course but that's what I would do (and have done). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
*kirty* Posted October 30, 2012 Share Posted October 30, 2012 I agree with WnH - I'd get an appointment to see the vet that missymoo recommends at Werribee. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coogie Posted October 30, 2012 Share Posted October 30, 2012 I don't have anything useful to add, just wanted to say I hope it goes really well tomorrow and in the coming days, thinking of your and your pup and sending good wishes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
megan_ Posted October 30, 2012 Share Posted October 30, 2012 Good luck for tomorrow. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SchnauzerMax Posted October 30, 2012 Share Posted October 30, 2012 for tomorrow Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jednkirrasmummy Posted October 30, 2012 Author Share Posted October 30, 2012 Thanks guys. I have asked around and got some advice and everyone has told me he is in the best place he can be. It's in fates hands now. Definitely got everything crossed that it goes well tomorrow. Hoping I have good news to share tomorrow. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WoofnHoof Posted October 30, 2012 Share Posted October 30, 2012 Everything crossed here for you and Jed :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
❤LovesPoodles❤ Posted October 30, 2012 Share Posted October 30, 2012 Everything crossed here for you and Jed :) Here too :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JulesP Posted October 30, 2012 Share Posted October 30, 2012 Good luck and will be thinking of you today. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jednkirrasmummy Posted October 31, 2012 Author Share Posted October 31, 2012 Looks like it has been pushed back to tomorrow They had a few emergencies and couldn't do Jed. First surgery tomorrow morning... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WoofnHoof Posted October 31, 2012 Share Posted October 31, 2012 Oh bugger I will keep everything crossed for tomorrow then :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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