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Why don't you just take this dog to the vet and ask him to check her for worms and do some bloodwork? It doesn't sound like lack of feeding is causing this extreme weight loss. You need to take care of this ASAP. She may have a bad health problem and the longer that you wait the more difficult and expensive it may be to fix it.
Why don't you just take this dog to the vet and ask him to check her for worms and do some bloodwork? It doesn't sound like lack of feeding is causing this extreme weight loss. You need to take care of this ASAP. She may have a bad health problem and the longer that you wait the more difficult and expensive it may be to fix it.
agreed. I didn't realize I missed Lbs for cups. Something is way wrong and should not be guessed at. VET TIME.
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Georgio,
The avocado mistake is an easy one to make. There is a kibble (probably sitting on the shelf at Petsmart) called Avoderm. They have a nice picture of an avocado right on the front of the bag! Sheesh!
Why don't you just take this dog to the vet and ask him to check her for worms and do some bloodwork? It doesn't sound like lack of feeding is causing this extreme weight loss. You need to take care of this ASAP. She may have a bad health problem and the longer that you wait the more difficult and expensive it may be to fix it.
agreed. I didn't realize I missed Lbs for cups. Something is way wrong and should not be guessed at. VET TIME.
Connie Sutherland Moderator Reg: 07-13-2005
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Quote: CatherineRichter
she lost about 15lbs in 3-4 months. Is that too fast
I didn't read the whole thread (sorry) but this jumped out at me. The answer is YES.
This dog needs a vet visit.
Your question about vaccinating is a good one. NO. No matter what your decisions are about vaccinating, no vaccinations on a dog who is at the vet's for this kind of weight loss and getting a workup to diagnose the problem.
I talked to the ex today and he said she is up to about 81lbs, she was 89 when she left. But yes like I said she has a vet appointment next week. My ex is coming so he can be my strong man and not let me get suckered into going home with a fully vaccinated dog, $200 worth of useless drugs and a bag of hills. I have a hard time saying no, so what tests should be done? And if they want me to put her on some kind of drug which btw I am very uncomfortable with is it ok to say I'd like time to think about it ie: ask you guys and get back to him? Thanks for all the good advice, even if Im freaked out now that somethings wrong with my baby. She put weight back on though so Im hoping its just something simple and non life threatening. I'll keep you posted.
The avocado mistake is an easy one to make. There is a kibble (probably sitting on the shelf at Petsmart) called Avoderm. They have a nice picture of an avocado right on the front of the bag! Sheesh!
MMM Now I'm not so sure its an actual mistake.. Must read before opening my mouth further, but its amazing to me that their is avocado based food where the main player is actually toxic.
Thanks for this
Connie Sutherland Moderator Reg: 07-13-2005
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Amazing, isn't it? Nevertheless, it's true. This came up last year, and members of this forum asked the manufacturer, who said that the amount was very small and therefore safe, but I found it incredible that they would feature a potentially toxic ingredient on the label (even adding a picture!) and lead the casual observer to conclude that it must be a great thing to give dogs.
I have a feeling that the manufacturer was actually ignorant of the fact and back-pedaled when they started getting calls and emails.
The culprit is persin, a fatty acid derivative. The leaves, pits, and bark are especially dangerous, but the fruit is still not a good idea, since "large amount" is very subjective. Some breeds are especially susceptible (some terriers, I believe I recall, such as Yorkies).
All in all, I think that it was and is a very irresponsible thing to feature in a dog food.
Here is the ASPCA's alert on the subject, but you can find info all over the internet:
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I would recommend to check for worms and do bloodwork to see if she has anything showing up there (such as kidney issues, liver issues, diabetes). They also should do a urine test. You should rely on the vet's opinion regarding the diagnostic testing. They need to find out why she is losing so much weight so that they can get her treated.
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