Wanted to update on my previous threads - of which there were a few all relating to one problem.
To recap, Rosie, 13 years, and is on long term metacam @ 1ml per day as she has long term back leg/s problem.
On Tuesday, I commented how well Rosie was as I felt she was definitely perkier and more agile, seemingly from her daily dose of Metacam. Tuesday she suddenly deteriorated overnight and by Wednesday evening was distressingly pitiful, tipping over onto her back and swaying when she moved. She ate little and very selectively.
My husband and I took her to the vets on Thursday, fully expecting to have to let her go. The Vet did give her a thorough examination but at the end of the consultation, having seen her 'walk' a few steps suggested if we were prepared to let her 'tootle' around for her last few days then ok ... he did say, which I agreed with, that at her great age it was not worth inflicting anything invasive and uncomfortable on her. He made no suggestions as to reviewing pain relief etc. He did look into her ear and could not see any sign of infection.
At this point I was very, very torn as to which way to go. But thinking we would see what another day would bring, we decided to bring her home. We could have easily decided otherwise.
As the consultation wrapped up, I asked about upping the dose of Metacam. He had made no reference to this - had not looked at her current dose even and when I suggested we ramp it up dramatically, he had to refer to a book. He agreed with me, I could give the max dose for a few days (this would be 3ml, quite an increase from 1ml).
I came home with Rosie and instantly regretted not asking for anti-bio, just in case she had an inner ear infection. I kept thinking this was one of the suggestions made here and it seemed foolish not to give her a chance, just in case ........ I rang up, nervously as I thought I am being a nuisance, but the vet agreed to prescribe so I immediately returned to collect it.
The change in Rosie is miraculous and today, she is nearly back to full strength - well, on the 'Rosie aged 13 years with a gammy/arthritic back legs' scale :lol:
These forums gave me a lead to follow i.e Ear Infection, which I am convinced she had. No wonder she was off her food and all over the place balance wise.
My point is, it was my 'consultation' here that has further extended Rosie's wonderful great age. The vet @ £10 plus, failed to do this. How thoroughly disappointing and what a reflection on you lot
I know Rosie at 13 years is somewhat on borrowed time and it all might end sooner than I might hope, but THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU for all your suggestions, whether it was one to add to the mix, or actually the right suggestion of an ear infection. Every bit of advice was helpful and essential in getting Rosie well again :wave: :wave: :wave: :wave:
To recap, Rosie, 13 years, and is on long term metacam @ 1ml per day as she has long term back leg/s problem.
On Tuesday, I commented how well Rosie was as I felt she was definitely perkier and more agile, seemingly from her daily dose of Metacam. Tuesday she suddenly deteriorated overnight and by Wednesday evening was distressingly pitiful, tipping over onto her back and swaying when she moved. She ate little and very selectively.
My husband and I took her to the vets on Thursday, fully expecting to have to let her go. The Vet did give her a thorough examination but at the end of the consultation, having seen her 'walk' a few steps suggested if we were prepared to let her 'tootle' around for her last few days then ok ... he did say, which I agreed with, that at her great age it was not worth inflicting anything invasive and uncomfortable on her. He made no suggestions as to reviewing pain relief etc. He did look into her ear and could not see any sign of infection.
At this point I was very, very torn as to which way to go. But thinking we would see what another day would bring, we decided to bring her home. We could have easily decided otherwise.
As the consultation wrapped up, I asked about upping the dose of Metacam. He had made no reference to this - had not looked at her current dose even and when I suggested we ramp it up dramatically, he had to refer to a book. He agreed with me, I could give the max dose for a few days (this would be 3ml, quite an increase from 1ml).
I came home with Rosie and instantly regretted not asking for anti-bio, just in case she had an inner ear infection. I kept thinking this was one of the suggestions made here and it seemed foolish not to give her a chance, just in case ........ I rang up, nervously as I thought I am being a nuisance, but the vet agreed to prescribe so I immediately returned to collect it.
The change in Rosie is miraculous and today, she is nearly back to full strength - well, on the 'Rosie aged 13 years with a gammy/arthritic back legs' scale :lol:
These forums gave me a lead to follow i.e Ear Infection, which I am convinced she had. No wonder she was off her food and all over the place balance wise.
My point is, it was my 'consultation' here that has further extended Rosie's wonderful great age. The vet @ £10 plus, failed to do this. How thoroughly disappointing and what a reflection on you lot
I know Rosie at 13 years is somewhat on borrowed time and it all might end sooner than I might hope, but THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU for all your suggestions, whether it was one to add to the mix, or actually the right suggestion of an ear infection. Every bit of advice was helpful and essential in getting Rosie well again :wave: :wave: :wave: :wave:
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