I have a couple of questions that I need some answers to if possible.
1. Parvo - With regards to Ella, The question that I have relates to long term effects on the dogs behavior. Our trainer (who is highly respected by her peers and us) stated that she has seen several dogs that recover from parvo only to have behavioral issues in the future. She believes that there is a link between the virus and brain damage. She feels that dogs who survive parvo suffer from behavioral issues far into their life. Since we respect her knowledge and opinions we are a bit concerned. But I will say that her and I differ on a few subjects, although she has had more experience and has read more than myself, so her opinions carry a little more weight than mine. Anyhow, we are working with a 10-12wk old puppy that just went through Parvo, Coccidia, and roundworms and now has Megaesophagus issues, and we are looking at how these issues might effect her temperament and long-term placement. Any experience or information would be greatly appreciated.
2. Megaesophagus - This puppy is full of lovely little surprises,
I honestly am surprised she is still alive, but it appears she has a fighting spirit. I am happy to keep fighting for her but am terribly concerned at long-term effects. We recently got an email from a lady who just had to let her female boxer go due to this congenital defect and that causes all kinds of red flags to fly with regards to little Ella. How hard is it to manage this issue? Is there a general prognosis that accompanies this issue? I would hate to adopt this girl out, and find out 4-5 mo's down the line that she died due to complications with this disorder, that is very hard on our adopters not to mention us. Also, if anyone has had experience with this issue, is there something that our vet might need to know? I feed my own dogs on the raw diet, personally, if possible the pre-made raw diet might help this little girl out. Anyone else with information on this as well it would be greatly appreciated.
I hate to say this, cause it sounds so cruel; but with the issues that this little girl has faced in her short life, is it time to just let her go on to the bridge. Basically, is the cost (both monetary and the cost to our hearts) worth the effort when she has had to go through so much.
The one thing that is keeping my hope up is that she appears to be a fighter. How hard is it going to be to find someone that will take the extra time and effort, and chance their hearts on a girl with all these issues. My heart just bleeds thinking of her. Right now she is at one of the vet tech's homes, being cared for with the best possible care available.
Thanks,
Carolyn
1. Parvo - With regards to Ella, The question that I have relates to long term effects on the dogs behavior. Our trainer (who is highly respected by her peers and us) stated that she has seen several dogs that recover from parvo only to have behavioral issues in the future. She believes that there is a link between the virus and brain damage. She feels that dogs who survive parvo suffer from behavioral issues far into their life. Since we respect her knowledge and opinions we are a bit concerned. But I will say that her and I differ on a few subjects, although she has had more experience and has read more than myself, so her opinions carry a little more weight than mine. Anyhow, we are working with a 10-12wk old puppy that just went through Parvo, Coccidia, and roundworms and now has Megaesophagus issues, and we are looking at how these issues might effect her temperament and long-term placement. Any experience or information would be greatly appreciated.
2. Megaesophagus - This puppy is full of lovely little surprises,
I honestly am surprised she is still alive, but it appears she has a fighting spirit. I am happy to keep fighting for her but am terribly concerned at long-term effects. We recently got an email from a lady who just had to let her female boxer go due to this congenital defect and that causes all kinds of red flags to fly with regards to little Ella. How hard is it to manage this issue? Is there a general prognosis that accompanies this issue? I would hate to adopt this girl out, and find out 4-5 mo's down the line that she died due to complications with this disorder, that is very hard on our adopters not to mention us. Also, if anyone has had experience with this issue, is there something that our vet might need to know? I feed my own dogs on the raw diet, personally, if possible the pre-made raw diet might help this little girl out. Anyone else with information on this as well it would be greatly appreciated.
I hate to say this, cause it sounds so cruel; but with the issues that this little girl has faced in her short life, is it time to just let her go on to the bridge. Basically, is the cost (both monetary and the cost to our hearts) worth the effort when she has had to go through so much.
The one thing that is keeping my hope up is that she appears to be a fighter. How hard is it going to be to find someone that will take the extra time and effort, and chance their hearts on a girl with all these issues. My heart just bleeds thinking of her. Right now she is at one of the vet tech's homes, being cared for with the best possible care available.
Thanks,
Carolyn