Lukka and Lukkas family..

[14+kitties]

We are still praying for a miracle! I hope Lukka starts to feel loads better very soon.

[clm]

Originally Posted by Luba

Have you thought about going to Guelph to the veterinary college. They area always interested in difficult cases for study, if you haven't been there:



http://www.ovc.uoguelph.ca/ovcth/ref..._services.shtm




The dog food is garbage (sorry to say I know you love her so) and she could use nourishment now. Everything in the dog food is 'dead' there is nothing living in there to help rebuild cell growth.

The university of guelph is a great idea.


The dog food is garbage comment is uncalled for. If you prefer to feed raw or homecooked fine, don't tell people who feed their dogs or cats from a can or a bag that they're feeding their animals garbage. You can think that if you like, but unless you can prove all dog and cat foods are, then use a little more tact. A lot of us who do feed from a can or a bag or both, read the labels and feed the best we can afford.


Lukka'sMa,
I hope poor Lukka starts to feel better soon. I know you've said it isn't hereditary, but I'd let her breeder know about it anyway.

Cindy

[Frenchy]

Originally Posted by Lukka'sma

I bounce back and forth from hopeful to a feeling of losing all hope.

I can relate don't loose hope , don't give up , it's still too early to see a difference. We're keeping our for you and Lukka.

[Frenchy]

Originally Posted by clm

The dog food is garbage comment is uncalled for.

I totally agree with you Cindy. This is a thread about Lukka and her mom getting throught a rough patch. This is not the food forum.

[phoozles]

My best wishes to you as well - that Lukka is on the road to recovery!

[Lukka'sma]

Originally Posted by clm

I hope poor Lukka starts to feel better soon. I know you've said it isn't hereditary, but I'd let her breeder know about it anyway.

Cindy

Yep, the breeder knows. I have been in constant touch with her ever since I first applied to adopt from her kennel.

[Lukka'sma]

Thanks to everyone for the support that keeps flowing in, appreciated

[SableCollie]

I hope Lukka is feeling better soon!

[rainbow]

Originally Posted by clm

The dog food is garbage comment is uncalled for. If you prefer to feed raw or homecooked fine, don't tell people who feed their dogs or cats from a can or a bag that they're feeding their animals garbage. You can think that if you like, but unless you can prove all dog and cat foods are, then use a little more tact. A lot of us who do feed from a can or a bag or both, read the labels and feed the best we can afford.

Cindy

Well said, Cindy. I agree.

[rainbow]

Hope that Lukka is soon on the road to recovery.

[SnowDancer]

I am very sorry you are suffering this. I did note your post re sending pup to Toronto to see a neurologist - I am thinking Dr. Cochrane? But since you are in Guelph, I guess I am wondering why you would not be sent to see one of the excellent neuros at Guelph's Small Animal Clinic. Our Dachshund had to be rushed to Guelph for middle of night surgery because Toronto specialists will not operate without a 24 hour workup whereas Guelph has on-call neuros - which is how we ended up at Guelph (from Toronto) rather than with Dr. Cochrane. Guelph doctors were just wonderful.

[Lukka'sma]

Originally Posted by SnowDancer

I am very sorry you are suffering this. I did note your post re sending pup to Toronto to see a neurologist - I am thinking Dr. Cochrane? But since you are in Guelph, I guess I am wondering why you would not be sent to see one of the excellent neuros at Guelph's Small Animal Clinic. Our Dachshund had to be rushed to Guelph for middle of night surgery because Toronto specialists will not operate without a 24 hour workup whereas Guelph has on-call neuros - which is how we ended up at Guelph (from Toronto) rather than with Dr. Cochrane. Guelph doctors were just wonderful.

I have no problem going to Guelph if our vet tells us we should. Only an hour and a bit from where I live. Just have to wait and see what happens with this course of drugs first.

[clm]

Originally Posted by Lukka'sma

I have no problem going to Guelph if our vet tells us we should. Only an hour and a bit from where I live. Just have to wait and see what happens with this course of drugs first.

Absolutely, as long as you and your vets are comfortable with what they're doing stay with it.
Lukka is such a beautiful dog. I really hope this gets under control soon for her.

Cindy

[OC_Spirit]

Originally Posted by Lukka'sma

I have no problem going to Guelph if our vet tells us we should. Only an hour and a bit from where I live. Just have to wait and see what happens with this course of drugs first.

If you end up going there and Lukka needs to stay overnight, I'm only about 1/2hr away from there. You are more than welcome

[Lukka'sma]

Today I have noticed that Lukka's mouth opened wider than it has in the previous two weeks. I really believe we are on the right track and making progress. Still a long way to go as the improvement is slight but we'll take it
She must be feeling all the vibes of well wishes everyone here has been sending her, thanks pet.ca members

[Frenchy]

Alright Lukka !

you go girl !

[bendyfoot]

Even the tiniest accomplishment is worth celebrating!!! Yay, Lukka!!!!!

[14+kitties]

K, I was just here snooping and not signed in but when I read the news about Lukka opening her mouth a little more today than before I had to sign on to add my good wishes. WTG LUKKA!!!!!!!!!!!
to continued progress!

[rainbow]

WOO HOO for the slight improvement. Keep it up, Lukka.

[Luba]

The dog food is garbage comment is uncalled for. If you prefer to feed raw or homecooked fine, don't tell people who feed their dogs or cats from a can or a bag that they're feeding their animals garbage. You can think that if you like, but unless you can prove all dog and cat foods are, then use a little more tact. A lot of us who do feed from a can or a bag or both, read the labels and feed the best we can afford.

Rainbow and Cindy

Can you please point me to legislation that states all ingredients and their sources must be labeled on pet food? There is no such thing and if you are relying on labels you are doing a disservice to your pets. Reading a label that leaves out things is more dangerous then knowing what is in them. Labels are made to be deceiving so consumers feel 'better' and 'think' they are giving their pets nutritious foods. Dog food was never made to be a better alternative to fresh foods, it was made simply for convenience of people and because there was market to make a lot of money.

If my lack of 'tact' as you so put it can save heartbreak and help heal a pet then I'll gladly say it over and over again. If you can afford dog food you can afford to home prepare for your dog there is not much difference in cost. And the benefits of knowing what is in the food, and keeping your pet healthy is more important to me then having a convenient can opener or bag waiting. I'd rather spend time preparing food then waiting at the vet and paying enormous bills.

Logically, you know you agree but for some reason you'd rather not see the 'big picture'. There is no argument here, processed versus fresh.

I'm sorry that you don't seem to understand the roll that good nutrition plays in good health.

[Luba]

Lukka's mom. I hope things continue to improve and that things get sorted out sooner rather then later. I know how hard it is when you are waiting for answers and seeing the suffering.

If you want any suggestions regarding the diet let me know, as I may not see your post if I'm not on regularly just give me a pm I'll be glad to offer any help I can in way of advise.

Good luck if you get to Guelph, I have heard so many good things about them.

[breeze]

Originally Posted by Lukka'sma

Today I have noticed that Lukka's mouth opened wider than it has in the previous two weeks. I really believe we are on the right track and making progress. Still a long way to go as the improvement is slight but we'll take it
She must be feeling all the vibes of well wishes everyone here has been sending her, thanks pet.ca members

yes it might be a slight improvment but it is better than no improvement..

for more improvments ,

[gomez]

Gomez and the kangaroos are wishing Lukka well from Oz

[breeze]

how is lukka doing any more slight improvments??

[Lukka'sma]

Yea breeze, today I took a couple of pics of her and look at her mouth. A week ago it only opened an inch or so, she can even yawn now, not a full yawn but it's coming

[breeze]

she is very very beautiful I will send more good for her and mom for even more improvments......

you go girl.... keep the improvments coming....

[clm]

She has such a beautiful face. I'm so happy she's doing so much better.

Cindy

[rainbow]

Awww....there's that beautiful smile again. YAY for Lukka .....I hope she continues to improve.

[hazelrunpack]

Oh, what a great Christmas present for you! Is she still on the full dose of the pred, or are you tapering now?

Keep up the good work, Lukka girl!

[Frenchy]

Is she eating ok now ? She's looking great !