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Mary first posted this request on Novermber 8, 2005:
I have a 7 year old Boston Terrier, for the past two months her spine has been sticking up and so are her hip bones. Today she looked a little bloated. She is somewhat active and eats her meals fine. Does anyone have any idea on what her problem could be? My vet said that it is normal but I don't think it is, he also said you have to remember that she's a senior now. Please help. Thanks
Mary from Michigan
She has offered this sad update to her request:
I wrote a while ago about my dog's spine sticking up, I want to thank everyone that responded. The result was she had a tumor and she passed away on Tuesday. Please, if anything doesn't look or seem right with you pet, request further tests to be done. If she would of had more tests done when I first took her to the vet I'm sure she would still be with us today. Don't hesitate to ask for further testing to be done.
Mary from MI
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Post By Tedebear (Guest Post)
(12/23/2005)
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Hi Mary, I am so sad for you. Treasure the great memories and the fun times you had together.
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Post By Me (Guest Post)
(12/23/2005)
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I'm so sorry for your loss. I know how it feels. Your advice is good. Go with your guts. We know our dogs better than anyone else. That vet should, at the least, be reported to the american vet association so he can't kill another dog. They should do something against him. I would be tempted to sue him too. That's inexscusable.
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Post By Carol (Guest Post)
(12/23/2005)
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I remember your original posting. Im so sorry to hear the result. Please take care of yourself this holiday season. I know it will be hard without your pet. Hugs,
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Post By Kathy in colorado (Guest Post)
(12/23/2005)
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I'm so sorry to hear about your dog's death.
Happy memories never wear out,...
Relive them as often as you want
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Post By Starlight (Guest Post)
(12/23/2005)
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My heart goes out to you and your family at this time of loss. I know I will have to face this one day as our 2 adopted dogs are 6 and 8 years old. We have found a woman vet who is wonderful with them and when they are sick it feels like I am taking a child to the pediatrician. I guess in light of your situation, if the vet you have doesn't meet your expectations, one should find another one. I can't believe he would not have known what was happening to your dog. Merry Christmas.
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I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My heart goes out to you and your family. It is very hard to loose a pet, especially one that you have had for a long time, as they are another family member also.
Jessie
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Post By BARB (Guest Post)
(12/23/2005)
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SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR PRECIOUS DOG U ARE IN MY PRAYERS BARB
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Post By Betts (Guest Post)
(12/23/2005)
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I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I too have a Boston Terrier who is two yrs old. I agree, please take your pet to the vet before it is too late if you suspect any problems. Pets are just like any other family member and deserve to be treated as such.
I had a Collie that died due to neglect by my ex-husband after I left the marital home and it was a very sad time in my life when I found out about her passing. Please know that my heart and prayers are with you.
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My heart goes out to you and your family. It is very hard to loose a dear pet. I'll remember your advice.
Love & Prayers,
Linda
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I was very sad to hear about your loss. We'll keep you in our prayers. I know how hard it is to lose a precious pet and member of the family. I lost one of my own a year ago. Merry Christmas to you and your family.
Stacey
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Post By Annie (Guest Post)
(12/22/2005)
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I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I know it is hard this time of year. I have 3 pups myself and know how hard it is to loose a member of your family. My thoughts are with you and your family.
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Post By Donna (Guest Post)
(12/22/2005)
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Mary,
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your precious dog. It is very hard to loose your wonderful companion and friend.
Donna
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Hi Mary,
So sorry for your loss. I know it is so hard to lose your companion.
Best Wishes,
Susan from ThriftyFun
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I AGREE WITH THE OTHERS, MABY WORMS OR OTHER INTERNAL PARASITES,IM SORRY ITS ALL CAPS BUT I DONT SEE WELL. TAKE HER HEALTH SERIOUS SHE IS A SENIOR AND IT TAKES A LITTLE LONGER TO BOUNCE BACK.
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Post By Carol (Guest Post)
(11/09/2005)
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I think your dog has arthritis. You may want to try the dog food that has glucosamine and chondroitin in it, but as you know there is no cure for arthritis. If you think it is not osteoarthritis, you can get a 2nd opinion from another veternarian. Best wishes!
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I also have a Boston terrier, but she is 10-years-old and has just started to "slow down" like a senior dog within the last two years. I agree with all three of the previous posts on Nov 8th. Yes, it could be a food quantity issue or possibly just an issue of how an older dog's appearance changes over time. However, I agree with the guest post about the possibility of your dog having an intestinal parasite, and the guest poster suggested a second opinion just to be on the safe side. Like he or she said, "Trust your instincts," and I agree 100 percent! You are the best judge if your dog's behavior, physical appearance, or energy level have changed.
truerblue in PA
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Post By Robin (Guest Post)
(11/08/2005)
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I would recommend getting a second opinion on your dog's problem. Another vet may have more light to shed on the situation.
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Post By dog owner (Guest Post)
(11/08/2005)
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Is your dog getting enough to eat sounds like she could be too thin and not getting enough from her food. The dogfood today has very little fat and some dogs need a bit more to stay healthy. Might ask a vet if something to help he add a little weight. Too little not any better than too much food.
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As dogs get older their muscles lose their tone and their spine and sometimes hips protrude to some extent. I take my older dogs for a walk, starting with about 10 minutes and at their speed, increasing over time and after about 3 months, we are walking 1 mile. It improves the tone of their muscles and is great exercise for us both. JoanDogs
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Post By (Guest Post)
(11/08/2005)
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It's not out of the question that she has some intestinal parasite or something else. I'd take her in to actually see the vet, and if that one does nothing I'd get a 2nd opinion to make double sure she's ok. We see our dogs everyday, and most owners who are crazy abt their dogs are very attuned to changes in appearance or habit. Trust your instincts!
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