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[CrazyCresties]

That's very good news If a course of pred has been administered in high doses, then it is important not to withdraw too quickly, a slow wean off is recommended.

In terms of side effects from pred I can only give you experience from Louis. He weighed 10kg and was on 40mg/day to start with. He lost weight, had muscle wastage all over, but especially on his hind legs and head temporal area, general weakness and a seriously increased thirst and as a result, frequent urination BUT it saved his life while the Atopica kicked in and the very high dose was reduced after about 3 weeks. After that it took 5 months to wean him off the pred.

All visible side effects of the pred have now gone, his muscles wastage reversed and even his 'pred head' is pretty much normal now :)

All the best for Rocky :)

[VizslaMomma]

If you are interested in alternative treatments, it is best to consult with a good holistic vet - they can recommend any supplements and herbs in the correct dose for your dog, with his symptoms. They will often use the test results from your vet or do their own blood work to determine what is going to be the best route to take.

I know there are supplements you can buy on line but in all honesty, I think it is better to go through an holistic vet.

I used All Natural Vet Care in Sydney (I am in Canberra) - they were awesome and my old stafford was treated for mast cell tumours. His prognosis was 12-18 months and he lived 6 years.. He also had chemo for his cancer as it was the best course of treatment to put him into remission. The holistic stuff kept him well the rest of the time..

If your lad is well enough for his play date - personally, I would continue it..

Totally agree with that Clinic.

My feelings are if 'our' fur-kid can take the additional remedies to at least try. (Not going to hijack the thread)

Best wishes to the OP & her 'baby' Rocky

Edited February 14, 2014 by VizslaMomma