Just need a hug or something

[Laurelin]

Mia is having one of her worst days so far. It was 68F outside and she could not make a 20 minute walk. Her breathing has gotten so loud and I just don't know what to do. I'm so worried about her and how am I going to keep her happy and how much longer we may have.

I am going to call my vet monday and ask about trying medication. I think he had the idea that she just couldn't run agility in hot weather but she's unable to even take a stroll around the block comfortably right now.

A year ago she was just fine unless it was 90+ and then it was only after walking a long time that she had trouble.

68 outside and she can't do anything. My poor girl.

I am wondering if there is more going on than just a collapsed trachea though. Everything I read is saying that should cause coughing but she is not coughing. Her breathing is just very rough when she pants.

 

[~Dixie's_Mom~]

(((Hug))) I really hope everything is okay!

 

[xpaeanx]

I don't know what to say to you.

But HUGS!!!!!

 

[Xandra]

ugh I'm so sorry That is so scary and sad. Hopefully there are some meds out there that give her a reprieve.

Do you any pools in the forest or lakes or whatever nearby that you could take her swimming in? Might help keep her cool...

 

[houlahoops]

I am so heartbroken for you and Mia, and I'm sorry that she is struggling especially. Keep us updated on what the vet says. Hugs

 

[Laurelin]

Wetting her down does seem to help. I am just dreading this weather, which sucks because it should be nice. She wants to GO but then when we do go she cannot.

Last year she was out in this weather for hours running and playing and sprinting all over the place. Summer is running laps around her now.

 

[JacksonsMom]

Oh no, ugh, I'm so sorry ((hugs)) My heart goes out to you and Mia, I'm sorry she's having to go through this.

I too would definitely look at medication. I found out my friends Yorkie that has CT takes a half a hydrocodone twice a day. It has helped him a lot.

I was going to mention swimming too - do you have anywhere you could do that? I know it's not her favorite activity ever, but at least it would give her that physical energy outlet. We have a facility near our house that has indoor swimming for dogs.

 

[BostonBanker]

Crap, I'm sorry. I wonder if a wet cool coat of some sort might help her? I know nothing about the condition, but if being wet helps, it might?

 

[teacuptiger]

*hugs* I'm so sorry. I hope your vet can help you get this sorted, so that Mia can enjoy this nice weather.

 

[Red.Apricot]

I'm so sorry--this must be scary and upsetting. I hope things turn around.

 

[JazzyTheSibe]

((((((HUGS)))))) I am so sorry. I hope it will get better for you,& Mia.

I'm not sure if this would work,but here's a harness that will help keep her cooler.

Guardian Gear® Cool Pup™ Dog Harness

 

[Oko]

I'm so sorry, I hope she improves with meds.

 

[sassafras]

I'm sorry you're going through this.

 

[Brattina88]

((((((((((hugs)))))))) I'm so sorry. I wish I had some advice for you (((((more hugs)))))

 

[*blackrose]

(((hugs)))

We took the dogs on a 4 mile hike today. Halfway through, Cynder regurged all of her breakfast. And she didn't keep anything down yesterday, either. I understand the feeling of having a bad day and wondering when the scale is going to tip. It sucks.

 

[Toller_08]

I am so sorry for you and for Mia. :-(

 

[Shai]

I'm really sorry, and hope the vet is able to give you some tools to help combat this and let Mia be her crazy self

 

[Julee]

Thinking of you guys. <3

 

[GoingNowhere]

I'm so sorry you and Mia are in my thoughts - I hope you can figure something out

 

[straw]

I'm so sorry to hear about what you and Mia are going through. Sending vibes.