Not himself

Stacia

Stacia

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Malvern Worcestershire
I do so understand how you feel, like standing on a cliff edge waiting to fall off. Maybe he is quite because of the warmer weather, Rourke is definitely quite and is lying around. I hope the vet will be able to reassure you, these sudden deaths do happen in young dogs, but it is extremely rare, I don't even remember one when I worked for the vet. Also they do pick up on anxiety
 
kateincornwall

kateincornwall

Location
Cornwall , UK
I do so feel for you @Kelsey&Axel , it is a tough time , but I wanted to share something with you . When Sam was diagnosed with an incurable cancer , it sent me into total panic and at times , paranoia too . I found myself over thinking everything , was he too quiet ? too slow ? sleeping a lot ?
I then thought , you know what ? He is the very same dog that he was the day before we got the test results , he hadnt changed but I had done .
Your concerns are perfectly understandable , my thoughts are with you, sending you lots of virtual hugs and best wishes xxxxx
 
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Shaz82

Shaz82

Location
Essex, U.K.
Anxiety and overthinking are buggers, but like the others said the doubting voices are liars, not real.
My first thought was that the heat might be affecting Axel but it is only natural to worry because our furry friends are just so important to us.
I hope things go ok at the vets for you :shaun:.
 
MellowYellow

MellowYellow

I completely get where you are coming from Kelsey, I was a nervous wreck when we first found out how bad Merlin’s hips are. Very time he limped, very little odd movement, I was convinced it came from his hips. It took a long time for me to relax, and even now I watch him like a hawk. I hope the vet can give you some reassurance.
 
Kelsey

Kelsey

Emily_Babbelhund said:
Could you have a heart ultrasound, MRI, EKG or whatever the appropriate test on Axel? It may be costly, but if you can swing it the relief to your anxiety would be well worth it
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He did have an ECHO done which showed Mitral Valve Disease but early signs of it and no other signs of other heart issues. So besides that I’m not sure what else can be done for now. I think we just have to wait a year for his follow up ECHO ☹
 
Kelsey

Kelsey

Thanks everyone, you all are the only ones I feel I can talk about this with. I tried talking to my ex last night after I initially typed this out, he asked why I was crying so I told him. He didn’t say a word, just sat and played on his phone. Eventually got up and went downstairs to bed without a word. Sigh.....

I am feeling a bit better today, I think I was exhausted and my emotions were very high. I haven’t been sleeping well lately as I’m adjusting to shift work and Gizmos favourite thing is to wake me up at 330/4 AM now. But I did sleep well last night. I think Axel was very tired himself as he was having the most exciting dreams last night. Lots of tail wagging, and running in his sleep ❤

So far this morning he does seem more himself, so that’s good. His appointment isn’t for another 6 hours so that gives me time to take note of how he is today.

I was finally adjusting to our new life and was finally not thinking much about his diagnosis, then Pattington passed and now I’m 100 times worse because it made it very real.

I really don’t know how much I’ll be able to talk to this vet as it is an Emergency visit as they were fully booked so I’ll probably have to book a regular visit for another day. But I’ll try!
 
Naya

Naya

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Location
Bristol, UK
I really hope the vet is able to give you some reassurance.
You’ve had a lot go on recently and I find they do pick up on their surroundings, and humans emotions especially. I’m constantly checking Harley every time she limps (which is so often at the minute) and I think she picked up on my fears and became subdued for a few days.
I’m glad Axel is a bit more himself today x
 
Kelsey

Kelsey

Well we had our vet appointment. He does have a eye infection in both eyes, so we got drops for that.

Then I was able to chat a bit about Axel’s heart condition. This was the emergency vet, not our regular vet so I figured it was good to get a second opinion on his heart murmur... His usual vet claims he couldn’t hear the murmur, and I do trust him, but wanted to know if someone else could hear it. Anyways, this vet listened really good and couldn’t hear it at all. She said if we hadn’t had the ECHO we may never have even known he had this, which is exactly what our vet said as well. She said there isn’t really anything to do in the mean time, just have to do our yearly ECHOs and if at any time he develops a cough, or heavy pant that is new to him, then to bring him in straight away.

So I guess what I am taking away from that is, Pattington did develop a cough several days before he passed so that was a sign that something wasn’t right. So I will just try my best to move forward and if I notice a cough, or unusual pant I will bring him in right away.

Side note, I have never had to give Axel eye drops before so I get home and was like ... Whelp... might as well give this a whirl. So I start shaking the drops and instantly he sat down in front of me. I think he thought it was for his ears. Anyways, one drop in, good as gold, ok off to a great start, second eye, good as gold again! No flinching, no needing to hold him what so ever. Ah, this boy ❤❤❤❤ I’ve never had a dog/cat that has let me do what I need to do, so I feel so spoilt with Axel and so great full for his patience. But the real test will be when I have to give him his next dose in the morning 🤪
 
kateincornwall

kateincornwall

Location
Cornwall , UK
What a good lad for the eye drops , hoping the goodness lasts xxx So pleased that your Vet has been able to give some comfort , moving forward is the best way, not easy I know but the only path to take , just sending hugs and love xxxxxx
 
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HAH

HAH

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Location
Devon, UK
Good boy Axel! What a star :star:

And well done Kelsey, it sounds like a big step forward. Don’t hold back on making another appointment with your vets if you have more questions, but it seems you might feel more in control now?
 
Lab_adore

Lab_adore

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Staff member
Location
Sydney, Australia
Awwww....good boy Axel. Maxx runs like a demon every time we get the ear drops out and it is a total drama. A couple of days ago I had a big handful of leftover sirloin steak ($36 per kilo note) and only then did he sit still and let me put them in. I dread to think about eye drops 😲
 
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