Poorly ear

[Atemas]

I’m sorry Cassie’s ear problem has returned

 

[Selina27]

How is Cassie this morning Helen

She's absolutely fine in herself, the only real sign that it is problematic is shying away from people/dogs who want to physically interact and has a couple of times yelped when folk have touched her neck when doing so, and sometimes shaking her head. On Tuesday when I cleaned it there was real resistance - "I really, really don't want you to do this" whereas previously she's been just fine with the procedure.
I think it's highly likely there is something in there now.

 

[SwampDonkey]

She's absolutely fine in herself, the only real sign that it is problematic is shying away from people/dogs who want to physically interact and has a couple of times yelped when folk have touched her neck when doing so, and sometimes shaking her head. On Tuesday when I cleaned it there was real resistance - "I really, really don't want you to do this" whereas previously she's been just fine with the procedure.
I think it's highly likely there is something in there now.

Poor Cass she's such a nice girl. I hope you can get things better for her soon

 

[Joy]

Sorry poor Cassie has an ear-trouble flare up. I hope they can sort out the problem next Weds. It must be reassuring to have a vet you know so well. x

 

[Woodwoman]

Oh dear poor Cassie, it's so sad when you have to do things to them that they don't like. I hope it clears up again very soon.

 

[Candy]

Poor, poor Cassie! I hope the vet can sort her ear out soon. My yellow Lab, Barley ( Solstice's predogcessor) was prone to ear infections as she got older. The vet told me that Labradors and other breeds with ears that flop over are particularly prone mainly as they get older, and recommended monthly ear cleaning with drops and damp cotton wool. I wonder if, moving forward, this might help Cassie? Quite apart from helping to prevent infection, it's something all my subsequent dogs have loved, as evidenced by the happy grunty noises while I'm doing it.
Sending love and best wishes for a solution soon.xxx

 

[Selina27]

@Candy, she has been having the washes, but it's just not resolving so I do want them to be able to have a proper look.
This week not much gunk came out and that combined with her really not wanting it done are red flags.

 

[kateincornwall]

Poor love , fingers crossed the Vet will be able to remedy it, bless her xxx

 

[Cath]

Bless her

 

[Selina27]

It must be reassuring to have a vet you know so well. x

It is really lovely, mostly because having known her so long I have been privy to the determination and commitment it took to even get into veterinary school. From a very young age she decided this was the path for her, but although she did well at school she was not "super clever" and her initial A level results were not good enough, but she returned to college and improved her grades. It's such a long haul to qualify but she did , but really doubted herself and lacked confidence initially. But she stuck to her guns and to see her now as a highly competent professional is a real joy.

 

[Selina27]

So Cass has had her ear flushed under sedation today and is home, mildly confused and disorientated which is only to be inspected. But hungry!

There was a rather gunky mess in the canal and over the eardrum, which wasn't removed by the washout so tiny forceps had to be used. In the words of the Aussie vet "a whole heap of yeast and wax" - yuk! I have to give her a weeks worth of drops and steroids, and go back for a check up next week and make a plan to manage/prevent any future occurrences.
The young nurse who booked us in was so cheerful and clearly competent in her role, Cass happily went with her which was reassuring because she is often hesitant to leave me. And the vet who did the procedure rang and gave me a complete run through of everything they had done , which was also good. That's what you want I think, to be an equal partner in your pets care.
Cost wise todays procedure was less than I expected! In fact probably about a third of the total cost so far of consultations, drops an washes since the end of May. Does make me think perhaps it could have been done sooner, but hindsight of course is a wonderful thing as we all know.

 

[kateincornwall]

This sounds really positive , well done to your Vet , hoping dear Cassie is back on form really soon xxxx

 

[Selina27]

hoping dear Cassie is back on form really soon

Me too - the post op wailing has just started!

 

[Cath]

Sending love and hugs to you both. Lots if Lambies for Cassie

 

[Jacqui-S]

Bet she will feel all the better for this once she "comes round".
Bless her.

 

[Atemas]

Aah dear Cassie - hope the sedation effects wear off quickly

 

[Selina27]

Bet she will feel all the better for this once she "comes round".

Yes, I'm sure you are right!
The wailing is accompanied by staring at me on an eyeball to eyeball basis it's very disconcerting! Although of course I know it will pass .

 

[Stacia]

Yes, I'm sure you are right!
The wailing is accompanied by staring at me on an eyeball to eyeball basis it's very disconcerting! Although of course I know it will pass .

Very hard for you until it does pass. I prescribe a nice glass of red wine, for you of course, not Joy Everything is better in hindsight, you did your best at the time x

 

[Karen]

It sounds like it was very successful! My mum (!) has similar procedures (albeit not under anaesthetic) on a regular basis and says she feels dizzy and disoriented afterwards. But it does clear up the problem.
@Stacia recommendation for a glass of wine for you combined with a cuddle for Cassie sounds like a plan. Xx

 

[Cath]

How is Cassie this morning Helen? Did you managed to get any sleep