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Re. Old threads: Euthanisia , metacam dose etc

cara

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Wanted to update on my previous threads - of which there were a few all relating to one problem.

To recap, Rosie, :love: 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 :love:

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 :D :wave::D :wave::D :wave: :D :wave:
 
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Well what a lovely lovely post :love:

I'm SO glad to hear of the improvement in Rosie!!

I am also stunned that you have a vet that charges £10+ for a consultation - where on earth do you live?! My vet charges £30+ to walk through the doors :lol: I try not to visit too often :lol:
 
What a wonderful age you have got her to,I hope she "tootles" along for more time yet.I no longer have buns because I really can't afford private vet fees.I qualify for PDSA care,however ,good as they are they don't specialise in bunnies.I'm going through something the same with my wee budgie "Jinks" He's eleven and a half.he seems to have a growth on his back,vet states probably a tumour,they would need to knock him out for a sample etc,but at his age etc he probably wouldn't survive the procedure.This was a private vet,their fees for small furries/feathers aren't too bad.So she said take him home and you will know when his quality of life is not good.He's chirping,flying, talking, eating etc,so I will monitor him and see how he goes...my wee old boy.:)
 
Well what a lovely lovely post :love:

I'm SO glad to hear of the improvement in Rosie!!

I am also stunned that you have a vet that charges £10+ for a consultation - where on earth do you live?! My vet charges £30+ to walk through the doors :lol: I try not to visit too often :lol:

Compared to your £30, indeed £10 is cheap but was wasted on that occasion.

They actually booked me a 20 minute appointment to include PTS :(

If I am right, it is £10.20 for one rabbit and a slight discount at £8 (ish) if you take 2 rabbits in for consultation. I live in Southport, Merseyside. £30 in your area is very expensive and for a lot of people I am sure, prohibitive! Thanks for your post MightMax :wave:
 
What a wonderful age you have got her to,I hope she "tootles" along for more time yet.I no longer have buns because I really can't afford private vet fees.I qualify for PDSA care,however ,good as they are they don't specialise in bunnies.I'm going through something the same with my wee budgie "Jinks" He's eleven and a half.he seems to have a growth on his back,vet states probably a tumour,they would need to knock him out for a sample etc,but at his age etc he probably wouldn't survive the procedure.This was a private vet,their fees for small furries/feathers aren't too bad.So she said take him home and you will know when his quality of life is not good.He's chirping,flying, talking, eating etc,so I will monitor him and see how he goes...my wee old boy.:)

Gosh, Jinks at 11 and a half is a great age! I am sure his longevity reflects on the quality of life you give him :) He seems a happy chappy at the moment - long may it last despite any concerns you may have :D
 
That is cheap,I was charged £21.60 for a consultation for a budgie..:shock: It used to be around twenty odd quid for bunny consultation and that's going back 4 or 5 years ago..I'm in Glasgow.
 
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