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A rudimentary fluid analysis was done in house and nothing concerning was found in it. I understand they were looking to rule out cancer from the analysis. albumin is still on the low side, but it had nearly doubled since last month (17 vs. 9).
the heart doesn't seem to be a concern
We did not...
Hi @Dr. Jeff ,
I went to the emergency vet Tuesday morning and they drained 2L of clear liquid from him belly after an initial ultrasound
(Finnik had gained 5kg since last month, although he is certainly losing muscle mass so I assume all of that weight, plus more, is the excess fluid.)
We also...
Hi @Dr. Jeff
Thank you for the calls I've had with you.
I was researching some of the blood lab results, trying to understand all the markers and it led me to a condition that seems to resonate with Finnik's symptoms - Ascites.
Finnik was already born with congenital heart disease (diagnosed...
There is a previous thread where more can be seen. She could have read it if she wanted to so expertly give her opinion rather then simply cast judgement.
All the best.
Wow Ginny.
I said I’m feeding sweet potato in the morning.
After he has time to digest that alone, to clean the bowels out, he gets straight, high quality meat. In the evening, he gets more meat, plus marrow bones. I spend more money to feed my dog than I do myself.
I’m sorry you feel the...
jus following up with more information that I believe could be helpful.
There were several days before, during and after the kennel stay where Finnik was throwing up his food (I have since stopped feeding him the raw, dehydrated Acana kibble and the vomiting has stopped, at least for now)...
Thank you @Dr. Jeff and @Dr. Christina.
Can I follow up and ask a question about bloating?
Finnik had mild bloating after coming back to me from a kennel stay for 3 days. I asked the women in charge if Finnik ate anything he shouldn’t have and she said no. Now, after 2 weeks the bloating is...
Anthony has mentioned several times
Anthony William has a podcast on the oxalate theory. And that’s what he highlights - it’s a theory, a theory that prevents people from accessing the healing tools needed to beat chronic illness.
If you have a chance to listen -...
Thank you @Dr. Christina and @Dr. Jeff for your thorough responses!
I will dig into all the materials posted! :)
As an update, the quick seems to be healing rapidly and well. Thank you for your advice!
@Dr. Christina - Changing to all fresh food and bone broth liquid is a good approach I will...
My 2.5 yr old male (neutered) akbash named Finnik. Finnik is 77lbs and generally very regal, watchful, serious and an extremely nervous dog, however, since getting a golden retriever puppy he has been more carefree and playful when outside.
He eats one 1/2-1lb raw beef meal plus 3 cups of Acana...