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Pumper_Sue

Pumper_Sue

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Type 1
Both my dog and I have Addison's disease!
Took Charlie to the vets as he was showing distinct signs of being unwell :( I did suspect he had symptoms of Addison's disease and the vets very kindly listened to my views on what was going on (that's a first) After countless blood tests and vets having to restock the treat dept he was given the diagnoses on the 1st of may.
Doing very well on steroids and is now known as the the bouncing doodlebug (Labradoodle) If you can imagine what a 37kg puppy would be like that is what I have
Almost £800 in vets bills and rising, just as well I love him.
 
Oh goodness well that's a literal take on 'dogs are like their owners' 😱 I'm glad your pup is doing well now though! It's always a stress when they come down with something and you're trying to figure out what's wrong, and thankfully the vets listened to you! My partner always laughs when I contemplate that something's too expensive to get for us, but when it comes to our dogs - we spoil them rotten :D Wouldn't have it any other way! Hope your pup continues to be the bouncing ball that he is <3
 
Really sorry to hear this but WOW, what a coincidence! At least you have the knowledge and experience to treat both of you and really good to hear that Charlie is now happily bouncing around again.
 
rebrascora said:
Really sorry to hear this but WOW, what a coincidence! At least you have the knowledge and experience to treat both of you and really good to hear that Charlie is now happily bouncing around again.
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I have threatened to reduce his steroids on the odd occasion when he goes a bit to far with his bounce!

The amazing thing is that if he's asked to do any training he's far to tired to even consider that idea.
Master Charlie has turned out to be a very clever boy at Kennel club rally so would like to improve his scores and move up the levels with him whilst I am still able to do so. Next competition is in 2 weeks time eek.
 
It could only happen to you, Sue! and sorry - I know what you mean about him being clever enough but not displaying too much too quickly for his easy life. Let's face it - unfortunately there are people who do that too - Hyacinth Bucket's sister and brother in law were (fictional) such folk. But - there are real folk who do that too, who defraud the benefits system.
 
trophywench said:
It could only happen to you, Sue! and sorry - I know what you mean about him being clever enough but not displaying too much too quickly for his easy life. Let's face it - unfortunately there are people who do that too - Hyacinth Bucket's sister and brother in law were (fictional) such folk. But - there are real folk who do that too, who defraud the benefits system.
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With Charlie it's a case of trying to sort out his steroid dose so we have a happy medium with him. In all fairness to him I think it's a novelty feeling well and having energy. So he tends to bomb then crash as hasn't worked out moderation is the key.
Vets seem to think it's genetic with him as he's never been an energetic dog even as a puppy.
Hot weather is a complete no no for him as well and I can fully relate to that. So we go out 7am and he enjoys his walk and plays with his friends without the crash and burn from the heat.
He obedience lessons go very well as long as we are inside away from the heat and he is nr the top of the class so can't complain.
Unfortunately the competition we are hopefully going to is outside so I need to pray it's not going to be to hot .We are only in the ring for about 3 minutes at most it's just all the hanging around waiting for our turn which is the problem.
Heel work on a lead at competition level is quite a strain mentally and physically for both of us , so again it's going to be trial and error sorting out the right dose for him and me on the day.
 
You know in advance about how you react to not enough or too much, and your own brain informs you as well as your body. You can have a certain amount of ESP with a dog, but ....
 
Sorry to hear about Charlie @Pumper_Sue - but so pleased you spotted it, and the steroids have given him his bounce back!

Good luck with the forthcoming competitions 🙂
 
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