FrodofromAus Posted April 22, 2014 Share Posted April 22, 2014 Warning!!! The plant known by the name of VINCA is toxic to dogs. It has claimed the life of cancer survivor FRODO http://on.fb.me/1tnyw6d Please join our page, share the information and not let another dog be taken like this. Frodos legacy with canine cancer will continue sadly without him being there. Every dog owner can gain something from the website and by joining the fb page you will know where to go for info if you are unlucky enough to need it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kayla1 Posted April 22, 2014 Share Posted April 22, 2014 Smiley4444, I'm so sorry to hear about Frodo. You obviously loved him very much and shared a wonderful bond together. Run free Frodo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FrodofromAus Posted April 22, 2014 Author Share Posted April 22, 2014 Smiley4444, I'm so sorry to hear about Frodo. You obviously loved him very much and shared a wonderful bond together. Run free Frodo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FrodofromAus Posted April 22, 2014 Author Share Posted April 22, 2014 Ty Kayla I am totally gutted by this. To survive cancer for 4.5 yrs then be taken out by a plant. We have a big event here in Perth for canine cancer in June and he was suppose to be by my side and now I have to do it without him. The sadness I feel is overwhelming as it was such a shock. You will be pleased to know Dr Ken even though on holidays was consulting on Frodos case and with us all the way. He took time out from his break to do this for Frodo and has since called me. The emergency team at PVS were unbelievable and threw everythig in to save my boy. No stone was left unturned and Frodo rallied over and over but it nailed him in the end. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kayla1 Posted April 22, 2014 Share Posted April 22, 2014 Yes, you must be devastated. Such a shock. It's great that you had Dr Ken on your side. It may not ease the pain, but at least you know you did everything you could for Frodo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FrodofromAus Posted April 22, 2014 Author Share Posted April 22, 2014 It just wasnt enough and I am glad Dr Ken consulted as he is the best and I just wanted him helping us. He saved Frodo from cancer with his knowledge but this time the poor boy just couldnt beat it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
*Avanti* Posted April 22, 2014 Share Posted April 22, 2014 (edited) I'm sorry for your loss, it's very sad. Thanks for sharing the info about Vinca. Take care. RIP Frodo Edited April 22, 2014 by LabTested Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OSoSwift Posted April 22, 2014 Share Posted April 22, 2014 So very sad to hear that and just not fair. Out of interest there is a book called poisonous 2 pets. It is a very easy to use, well written and researched book regarding plants and their potential issues in relation to pets. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cavNrott Posted April 22, 2014 Share Posted April 22, 2014 I'm so sorry you lost Frodo Thank you for the warning about Vinca. It is a fairly common garden border plant around here. Rest In Peace Frodo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sandgrubber Posted April 25, 2014 Share Posted April 25, 2014 Very sorry to hear about Frodo. RIP little guy. I've lived in places in California where vinca (aka Periwinkle) went wild and grew everywhere. (We called it vinka stinka as kids). I've never heard of a dog being poisoned. Local poison control rates it as 'mildly toxic'. I hate to question you in a time of pain, but are you sure of the diagnosis? http://www.petpoisonhelpline.com/poison/periwinkle/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FrodofromAus Posted April 25, 2014 Author Share Posted April 25, 2014 Absolutely sure. He threw up bundles and bundles of it. There is very little known about its toxicity and little known on treatment. The Perth Vet Specialists are one of the best in Australia (not a gp vet) and every possible diagnostic test was given as well as every possible treatment to reverse what had happened. There was no sign of cancer in him and no blockage either. I took in a bag of his sick which was mostly of vinca and lots of it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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