Yes, you read that right...nightly seizures for two months. Most nights she would have two. Some nights, like last night, she would have 4-5.
She is always resting when she seizes. She breathes in, her head arches back, her legs stiffen, and her vocal cords let out a scream followed by twitching...then it's over. She doesn't even act like she knows it has happened and goes back to sleep thinking we woke her up petting her.
We had given it a good try medicating with herbal/homeopathic meds first. We tried supplements and watching her diet to see if there were any triggers.
Here she is at the vet's office. She was either disgusted or scared and wouldn't look at me.
She is old and has a heart issue. Much of her 'fat' is really retained water. She has water around her heart and in her belly. We were afraid of putting her through pokes and testing but the vet said most of the time they never find the cause of seizures so they would just medicate in her case. It will take two weeks for it to kick in. (crossing fingers)
I really hope we all get some quality of life back. It's wearing all of us out.
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That is terrible. My Millie had a couple of seizures a few years ago and it was horrible. And we never found out why. I hope the medication helps
Poor little girl. I hope the meds help!
Prayers for Ms. Snuffy...poor sweet thing!
Poor Snuffy! That sounds so scary. I hope that the vet can help so you all get back to some restful sleep.
Poor little thing. She looks miserable!
Oh, poor girl! Our Sheila has had seizures, but it's only been a few times - same thing, she's been resting and doesn't seem to be aware when it's over... I hope the medication help - and everyone can be at ease and get their rest!
Oh my goodness, poor baby. We have our paws crossed for you
Benny & Lily
Get all better soonest Snuffy!!!
Poor Snuffy! Sending Eskie mojo, hugs and prayers!
Poor thing....I hope the meds work!
oh she feels better soon! poor little girl
Poor Miss Snuffy. I hope the meds help her. It's no fun getting old :(
Poor Snuffy -I remember that being at the Vet look... and I can feel what You are going through - a few months back Miss Peach was having some bad breathing issues and at 3am she got off the bed and just fell over - we rushed her to the 24 Hour emergency Vet.... and two days later left with.... Miss Peach in better condition and breathing 100% better, three pills to take twice a day and a giant Vet Bill. Since then she has lost a lot of the water weight she had been carrying around and is running & barking with the who-hound-herd, everyday we have her with us is a blessing
Awww poor Snuffy. I know, I had to go through setting an alarm in the middle of the night to keep Mabel medicated for her back issues at the top of summer. It is wearing after weeks. Hang in there.
I'm sorry to hear about Snuffy. Fingers crossed the meds work.
Linda
Hugs for your fur baby.
I feel that the meds will help her; I do hope so.
Love,
Jackie
Oh sweet Snuffy, sending lots of hugs and many prayers your way Parse :) I can't imagine how frightening that must be, not to mention heart breaking to go through each nite...hugs
Ma
Awwwa poor gal! I hope the medication works.
Aww, poor Snuffy. My little Snickers had some heart and fluid retention issues and was put on lasix. It did help make her more comfortable. Enjoy every day you can with Snuffy.
Get well soon sweet one
Praying for Snuffy.
Poor you. How terrible. You must be exhausted. We have our fingers crossed the meds work. We hope it makes Snuffy more comfortable at night.
Have a wonderful Wednesday.
Best wishes Molly
Poor wee thing. At least she doesn't seem to remember the seizures happening. I hope the medication works so all of you can have some rest. Take care.
Sending well wishes to Snuffy :)
She is such a sweet looking little ole girl, we sure hopes she starts to feel much better! POTP coming your way.
stella rose
Poor Snuffy. She speaks with her whole body from what I've seen... her joy and her sadness. And her eyes! Her eyes are so soulful. I hope the medicine helps!
Parsley,
So sorry you are all dealing with this. I hope the medication works and things are soon back to normal in your household. Poor Snuffy looks so pathetic at the vets. Just want to pick her up and cuddle her.
Your Friend,
Deborah
All the best for you...I love dogs...
Aww poor little sweetie. Xxx
hoooo poor little girl =(
I cross fingers the medicines will act and that soon she will feel better
let us know
xxx
poor baby girl...I hope things improve soon x
OH -my sweet lovely favourite Chihuahua in the world-arent You feeling well-poor baby-girl ?!
I am sure Your Mommy do everything she can to help You !
I will remember You in my prayers !
Misty the Chow Chow Puppy sends her best Greetings as well as her little Kitty Sisters-Meow !! :) :)
Awww. So sorry to hear about your darling Snuffy and her seizures. I hope that the new meds will help with that and she can have better days. Sending you hugs and prayers!
Poor Snuffy. The story and the sad little picture of her brought tears to my eyes. Praying that the meds will work - both for her sake and yours.
Remembering this:
"You care for people and animals alike, O LORD."
(Psalm 36:6)
GOD BLESS!
Poor thing - it must be exhausting for you...
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