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My son's five yr old Black Lab had a violent seizure in the middle of the night last Thursday - followed by a second seizure (not as violent) the next night.

Vet checked him thoroughly and sent fluids for testing. He seemed healthy physically so we've been in a "wait and see". No more seizures so we were relieved.

Yesterday - in a matter of minutes, Rocky lost his sight. I was walking into the house with the three dogs when I noticed he was acting strange.

My son has decided against further testing - with the vet's agreement. If it's a brain tumor - which is what the vet thinks - tests won't solve anything and we don't want to stress Rocky for no reason.

My son takes him out on a leash now - the trust is there so Rocky stays right with his owner. He's in my son's office on the lower level right now - that's where he spends much of his day as a rule so we're keeping his schedule the same. No more major seizures but we think he's had a series of smaller seizures as sometimes he seemed a bit 'dazed'.

About two weeks ago I noticed my dog (who adores Rocky) was spending most of her time with him - stying very close to him - was nervous around him at times and licking his face and mouth which was unusual. Now I wonder if she sensed or smelled something wrong before any symptoms began to show.

We're hoping for the best but I don't feel very upbeat about it. If it were "only" the blindness we could handle that - but Rocky clearly feels bad. He is sleeping a lot but when awake you can tell he's uncomfortable if not in pain. We won't allow that to go on for long but it's a hard decision because he's so young.
  • Profile picture of the author Dennis Gaskill
    Sending loads of good thoughts and well wishes your way.

    I assume the vet checked him for epilepsy? Other than the blindness, he's acting the way our collie did before epilepsy was discovered. With her, I think her vision was diminished, though it wasn't officially diagnosed.
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    • Profile picture of the author AnniePot
      So sorry Kay. Strangely, when I was a kid, my beloved black Lab had almost identical issues, except his seizures grew steadily more frequent.

      Letting a beloved pet go, is, I know the hardest decision, but I use 'quality of life' as a guiding factor. I know I crossed the line once with one of my girls when I should have made the right decision, but kept putting it off.

      Fingers crossed for you, your son, and, of course, Rocky.
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  • Profile picture of the author PaulSch
    Fingers are crossed here too.

    The first thing I thought of, like Dennis, was epilepsy. My dog had it and showed the same symptoms as Rocky. Anyway, whatever the cause I wish you all well.
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  • Profile picture of the author Dan Riffle
    Well wishes, Kay.
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    Sorry to hear that Kay. I hope for a test result showing something fixable.
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  • Profile picture of the author Tom Addams
    Sending positive vibes from Limey Land, Kay. All the best, Rocky.

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    • Profile picture of the author ThomM
      Positive thoughts and prayers for Rocky Kay. The up side is he's with a good family and has good canine friends around him.
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    • Profile picture of the author Kay King
      I assume the vet checked him for epilepsy?
      That was the tentative diagnosis by the vet although she said some things just didn't quite fit. We expected vision problems for an hour or more after a major seizure - but this is almost total blindness (though there's some sensitivity to bright sunlight) that came on quickly.

      Back to vet this afternoon and we'll go from there.
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    Prayers and well wishes for Rocky and family.

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  • Profile picture of the author bizgrower
    Best wishes for Rocky and his family.

    I'm sure you know that there are service (or is it support?) dogs for seizures.
    Your girl seems like she has that potential.

    Perhaps Rocky had a stroke?
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  • Profile picture of the author marketingva
    Sending good wishes for Rocky. We had something very similar happen to Spunky a few years ago and the vet believed it was a brain tumor. We lost him within a week of the initial symptoms.

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    • Profile picture of the author Kay King
      Two more hours at the vet this afternoon - and things got strange.

      Rocky seemed on his last legs this morning - no sight - very little response. My son said the dog started to liven up slightly on the drive to the vet - and by the time they were back home his vision was almost normal. His eyes LOOKED normal again.

      He's been walking around - enjoyed some outdoor time on this gorgeous evening - and the vets are stumped.

      So - we have two vets researching and contacting specialists trying to come up with a potential diagnosis. Meanwhile, Rocky isn't really back to "normal" but is so much better tonight. He can see - seems to be comfortable and not in pain and is responsive. Every test has come back negative.

      Here's hoping for a quiet night here at the zoo.... Thanks for the kind thoughts.

      kay


      Bonnie: I think the tumor might be the end diagnosis but hope I'm wrong. Not unusual for symptoms to come and go at first with a brain tumor and the vet did say if there's a tumor it may be putting pressure on his eyes. As long as he's comfortable, we'll keep trying to solve it.
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  • Profile picture of the author HeySal
    I am sooooo sorry to hear this, Kay.

    You might all get lucky - he might have eaten something that poisoned him, but not enough to kill and he'll recover, too. That sounds to me like what happened to a few dogs my niece worked with (she was a vet tech before she had her baby) - both were xylitol poisoning. It's a fake sugar and is in gum and candies.......and is deadly for dogs. Kids need to be aware of that because they'll slip dogs a piece of their candy etc now and again and it can be fatal to do that now. Also - I've heard of some mushrooms doing the same.

    Rocky might have just lucked out with a near miss experience.......and I sure hope that is the case.
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  • Profile picture of the author bizgrower
    Please keep us updated. I sure hope he is out of the woods.


    In the MedHelp thread, Ghilly and TwoBitsMom give some very good answers - lots of things to consider
    and alter or eliminate - and the second helpful link is in one of TwoBitsMom's posts:

    http://www.medhelp.org/posts/Dogs/Pu...s/show/1661482

    http://www.dogsymptomscure.com/dog-s...s-symptoms.php
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    • Profile picture of the author Kay King
      No seizures last night - he can still see this morning so that's good. He doesnt' have much energy but he's eating and drinking and that's a good sign.

      Sal - I thought of poisons, too, but we couldn't find anything he might have ingested. The other dogs share the yard and they are fine. Rocky gets into the kitchen trash can once in a while but no poisons put in there. That would be an ideal scenario if it were something he could get "over"....

      Hopefully the vets will come up with some ideas or, best case, Rocky will continue to improve.
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  • Profile picture of the author bizgrower
    Recent Vaccinations?

    Flea or tick collars?

    Ticks?

    Stroke?
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    • Profile picture of the author AprilCT
      Kay, hugs, sorry to hear, but it does seem that unless you know it is a brain tumor for certain, there is still hope.

      Perhaps you and your family should go outside and try to identify every plant or flower there to see if any can cause severe reactions or worse. There are loads that are very poisonous to dogs who might have taken a liking to a nip of them here or there. Oh, that goes for indoor plants as well.
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    Originally Posted by Kay King View Post


    About two weeks ago I noticed my dog (who adores Rocky) was spending most of her time with him - stying very close to him - was nervous around him at times and licking his face and mouth which was unusual. Now I wonder if she sensed or smelled something wrong before any symptoms began to show.

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    Hope he gets better and I don't want to say this but dogs have been known to sniff out tumours in patients before.
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    • Profile picture of the author discrat
      Originally Posted by butters View Post

      Hope he gets better and I don't want to say this but dogs have been known to sniff out tumours in patients before.
      Really ? Thats Interesting as I really have not heard of that. Could that be intuitive /sixth sense? Or an actual physical 'sense' the dog is picking up on when he gets close to the other dog who may have the tumor. i.e rubbing up against the area, visually seeing lumps, or seeing possible inflamed area ?

      I know my mom raised liters in our backyard and remember the Mother dog picked up on some of the pups that been diagnosed with different ailments ( that were not visually obvious). Not tumors or anything like that. So it was more an intuitive feeling from mother
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        Originally Posted by discrat View Post

        Really ? Thats Interesting as I really have not heard of that. Could that be intuitive /sixth sense? Or an actual physical 'sense' the dog is picking up on when he gets close to the other dog who may have the tumor. i.e rubbing up against the area, visually seeing lumps, or seeing possible inflamed area ?

        I know my mom raised liters in our backyard and remember the Mother dog picked up on some of the pups that been diagnosed with different ailments ( that were not visually obvious). Not tumors or anything like that. So it was more an intuitive feeling from mother
        I think it's a physical thing like smell. Perhaps hearing and vibrations for the ones who detect
        seizures/epilepsy in humans. I think they perceive a change via their physical senses. We all know bloodhounds have a very superior sense of smell. It's enhanced by their big floppy ears trapping
        matter to sort of create a cloud of the scent they are tracking.
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        Originally Posted by discrat View Post

        Really ? Thats Interesting as I really have not heard of that. Could that be intuitive /sixth sense? Or an actual physical 'sense' the dog is picking up on when he gets close to the other dog who may have the tumor. i.e rubbing up against the area, visually seeing lumps, or seeing possible inflamed area ?

        I know my mom raised liters in our backyard and remember the Mother dog picked up on some of the pups that been diagnosed with different ailments ( that were not visually obvious). Not tumors or anything like that. So it was more an intuitive feeling from mother
        Don't get me wrong I don't know the full science behind it but I remember on the news that there was a dog who would go sit next to a patient if he smelt a specific type of cancer. Kind of like the drug dogs do, I didn't believe it until it had and astounding success rate in determining who actually had a tumour and who didn't. I don't think every dog has this ability but who knows, it could be an innate ability we don't know about.
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        • Profile picture of the author Kay King
          I think it's sense of smell - and my own guess on the "detection" is the affected animal (or person) has a scent (don't they call it 'pheromones'?) on his breath or skin that humans can't detect.

          It's said a dog's sense of smell is 10k - 100k as strong as that of a human. Bet it's a stinky world for them!
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        Originally Posted by discrat View Post

        Really ? Thats Interesting as I really have not heard of that. Could that be intuitive /sixth sense? Or an actual physical 'sense' the dog is picking up on when he gets close to the other dog who may have the tumor. i.e rubbing up against the area, visually seeing lumps, or seeing possible inflamed area ?

        I know my mom raised liters in our backyard and remember the Mother dog picked up on some of the pups that been diagnosed with different ailments ( that were not visually obvious). Not tumors or anything like that. So it was more an intuitive feeling from mother
        Sense of smell. Dogs can smell any physical, emotional, or mental change or imbalance. Anything that goes on in you causes chemical reactions and these animals can smell any of them. We're talking about animals who can sniff out one drop of urine in a gallon of water, remember.

        Kay - hope you can find out what's going on. You know my empathy is with you - and Rocky.
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        • Profile picture of the author ExRat
          Hi Kay,

          Best wishes to you, your son and Rocky.

          Originally Posted by discrat View Post

          Really ? Thats Interesting as I really have not heard of that. Could that be intuitive /sixth sense? Or an actual physical 'sense' the dog is picking up on when he gets close to the other dog who may have the tumor. i.e rubbing up against the area, visually seeing lumps, or seeing possible inflamed area ?
          Regarding dogs detecting illness in humans -

          Canine Cancer Detection | Saving lives one sniff at a time

          http://well.blogs.nytimes.com/2014/0...t-cancer/?_r=0

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          • Profile picture of the author AprilCT
            Kay, I'm sure your friends are also all wondering how Rocky is doing and hope you stop by soon with an update.
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            • Profile picture of the author Kay King
              Hi All -

              Didn't have much new until today.

              No more seizures - his sight comes and goes - no worsening but he's not back to normal, either.

              Conference with two of the vets this morning and the diagnosis vets arrived at is one of two things: stroke or brain tumor.

              If the seizures were from a stroke or two - he may remain stable as he is now and even improve in time.

              If a brain tumor is the cause, he will decline rather quickly.

              For now, he's still responsive - still house trained - doesn't seem to be in pain though a bit confused sometimes.

              He's not ready to quit now - so we won't quit on him, either. Thanks for all your concern - I'll keep you updated!
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              • Profile picture of the author Kay King
                This is truly amazing - to me, at least.

                After I posted the update about, Rocky started to decline rapidly. He fell a couple times, seemed disoriented, often moved like he was in pain.

                By Thursday, (24th) my son felt he had to do something to ease the dog's apparent suffering. He called the vet early Thursday morning and made an appt for the afternoon. He fully expected to have to put Rocky to sleep that day.

                At the vet the dog perked up quite a bit - this happened before at the vet and it seemed adrenaline/excitement was enough to bring Rocky "back" for a while.

                End result -vet put the dog on steroid treatment in the theory that many of his symptoms might be his body's RESPONSE to some illness he was suffering.

                Two days later - the dog is acting NORMAL. Fetched a ball this morning - responding to his name - interacting with the other dogs. Rocky is back! Scary that we could have given up on him.

                This may be temporary or not - we don't know. Occurred to me that people have diseases that make them quite ill - and then they recover. Maybe that's what happened - don't know. Sure glad to have the big boy back, though.

                Thanks for the well wishes - something sure helped!
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                • Profile picture of the author MissTerraK
                  Oh Kay!

                  What a heart wrenching thing to have to go through!

                  I'm glad to hear Rocky is doing much better and will pray that he stays well with no more episodes!


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                    Originally Posted by MissTerraK View Post

                    Oh Kay!

                    What a heart wrenching thing to have to go through!

                    I'm glad to hear Rocky is doing much better and will pray that he stays well with no more episodes!


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                    Unless they are like episodes of Rocky and Bullwinkle. LOL
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    People underestimate the emotional attachment that can form with animals.

    Having to let my cat of 7 years go a while back I was in tears.

    It is NOT easy, and it is very hard.
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    • Profile picture of the author Kay King
      Good suggestion - and we've checked most of them

      Rocky was tested immediately for lyme disease - has the same flea/tick and heartworm meds he's had for years....up to date on all vaccinations but none recently.

      We walked the yard completely to look for any unknown plants or weeds - or for a carcass perhaps of a wild animal that got into the fence. Found nothing - and the other two dogs are fine.

      These dogs have a protected life. Almost an acre of fenced yard that is kept clean and well maintained. The dogs never run loose - are never left outside when we are away from the house.

      A real doggie mystery - and all we can do is wait and see right now.
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        Originally Posted by Kay King View Post

        Good suggestion - and we've checked most of them

        Rocky was tested immediately for lyme disease - has the same flea/tick and heartworm meds he's had for years....up to date on all vaccinations but none recently.

        We walked the yard completely to look for any unknown plants or weeds - or for a carcass perhaps of a wild animal that got into the fence. Found nothing - and the other two dogs are fine.

        These dogs have a protected life. Almost an acre of fenced yard that is kept clean and well maintained. The dogs never run loose - are never left outside when we are away from the house.

        A real doggie mystery - and all we can do is wait and see right now.
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    I'm so sorry to hear this Kay, you have all my positive thoughts and prayers for comfort for everyone. I lost my cat, "Lilly" a year ago this past August. I had her from a kitten, she was 17, I miss her everyday. Animals have a way of keeping a part of our heart with them always. I pray for a positive outcome for Rocky.
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    • Profile picture of the author Kay King
      We're still hanging in with Rocky. He's lost vision completely two more times but after a few hours seems to get it back. It's becoming clear this is neurological.

      He's not getting better and he's holding his head in a tilted way today that is likely a sign he's in pain. We'll get through the weekend but unless we can fix this, I think my son is facing a hard decision next week.

      Family will be gone most of the day Saturday for MU football game (my son is on 'chain gang'??) and Sunday for Bengals game. I passed on the games and volunteered to be on "Rocky watch" at home. Not a hardship as I don't much like football...
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      • Profile picture of the author AprilCT
        That really makes me sad to hear, Kay. I still hold out hope the vet can do something for him. Will keep you all in my prayers, I know only too well how awful it is to put a pet down. I never just leave them alone with the vet to do it.
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      • Profile picture of the author discrat
        Originally Posted by Kay King View Post

        We're still hanging in with Rocky. He's lost vision completely two more times but after a few hours seems to get it back. It's becoming clear this is neurological.

        He's not getting better and he's holding his head in a tilted way today that is likely a sign he's in pain. We'll get through the weekend but unless we can fix this, I think my son is facing a hard decision next week.

        Family will be gone most of the day Saturday for MU football game (my son is on 'chain gang'??) and Sunday for Bengals game. I passed on the games and volunteered to be on "Rocky watch" at home. Not a hardship as I don't much like football...
        Sounds like he is getting to the point where there is not a whole lot of options left . From my own experience, sometimes its best let a pet go and NOT suffer over an extended period of time. Make it as comfortable as possible
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  • Profile picture of the author Jack Gordon
    Oh Kay, I am so sorry to hear this. And I'm sorry I wasn't around earlier to chime in with my well wishes (I have been traveling the last week).

    It has been a tough season for us dog people around here, hasn't it?

    Hang in there. I'll keep your little granddog in my thoughts, and hope for the very best.
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    • Profile picture of the author Frank Donovan
      Kay, really sorry to hear about Rocky. At times like this, it's just so frustrating we can't speak better dog.

      Wishing and hoping that this turns out to be less serious than it sounds.


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      • Profile picture of the author Kay King
        We definitely won't let him suffer - but still hoping we can find a solution and the vet is advising waiting a bit longer.

        What stops us from making a final decision right now is he has bad days - like yesterday - but then has a really good day like today. Today he can see - enjoyed time outside - went for a walk with me - did not seem in pain.

        If we need to give up - we will - but not until it's clear there's no other option.
        For pets - and people - quality of life counts!
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    Very sorry to hear about Rocky, Kay. I hope the vets can get him figured out and get him on the road to recovery. Thanks for the updates.
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  • Profile picture of the author seasoned
    KAY,

    I certainly can't be sure, but has the dog come in contact with antifreeze? Supposedly, it tastes GREAT to pets, and they LOVE it! They will lap it up faster than water!

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  • Profile picture of the author seasoned
    BTW if it IS ethelyne glycol, it is likely a gradual poisoning. If that is the case, and he hasn't progressed, keep him inside a clean area, give him water and normal dog food only, and HOPE! MAYBE he will recover. ALSO, talk to the vet about this. If I am right, he COULD be finding a source outside and one more lap could push him over the edge. It often happens QUICKLY, from what I understand, but DOES depend on the size of the dog and the amount. It might take like 1/2 a cup for a large lab. A good puddle from a car radiator leak could be deadly.

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    • Profile picture of the author Karen Blundell
      Hi Kay,

      I haven't been in the forum for quite some time - so I'm sorry to chime in late. But I do want to add my positive thoughts and good wishes for Rocky's full recovery.
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  • Profile picture of the author sbucciarel
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    That's really great news to hear. Hope it lasts or they find the ailment that caused this and are able to treat that also.
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    Sorry this thread went right by me Kay, but in a way, I'm kinda glad I didn't see it until the news got much better. Not sure I could have handled this thread, otherwise.

    I'm elated that things are improving and I hope they continue to do so.

    Cheers. - Frank
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    • Profile picture of the author Kay King
      Frank - I hesitated posting it because I thought of your recent scare.

      Today is another good day. Son and d-in-law headed for the Ohio State game early this morning (they shortened a long weekend with friends due to worry about Rocky) so I'm on pooch patrol till late tomorrow.

      Seems like all three dogs are super relaxed today - life as it should be.
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        Hi Kay,

        Yay!!!
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        • Profile picture of the author Kay King
          We've had a good week with the big guy but it came crashing down tonight. He'd had a good visit at the vet today but the vet had warned us the symptoms could return and worsen at any time. Prophetic.

          Rocky was hanging out in the kitchen with me begging for a second dog biscuit when he began seizing - and the seizures have come one after another. Bless his heart - we hoped the meds would buy him more time.

          He's been seizing with very little rest in between for over 2 hrs now and the vet and my son have made the decision to let him go. An occasional seizure he could deal with but seeing him so frightened and sick tonight drove it home to us - we can't keep him comfortable any more. I think he would have seized tonight until he died - that's how bad it was.

          We gave him Valium we had for such an emergency - and were able to get him on a blanket and into the SUV. Vet is meeting my son at the clinic. Rocky had been so much like his old self we were hoping the decline would be gradual - but it wasn't.

          Damn - he'll be missed around here!
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  • Profile picture of the author Dan Riffle
    Damn. Just damn.

    Following this thread from the beginning, I feel like I lost one of my own.
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    • Profile picture of the author Cali16
      Kay, I'm so sorry to hear this. My heart goes out to you, your son, and Rocky. This is what happened to my cat a few months ago. Occasional seizures at first then back to back, one right after the other.

      There are tears as I type this. Beloved pets are family, and letting them go is so very painful.
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    • Profile picture of the author Frank Donovan
      Just so sorry to hear the news, Kay. My best to you and your son.
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      • Profile picture of the author TimPhelan
        Sorry to hear this Kay. This is exactly what happened to my favorite dog, Marley, a Vizsla. Seizures from a brain tumor. I had to put him down also.
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      Thats tough Kay.

      Sorry to hear that. Whether it a human or pet, death just plain sucks.

      I mean it really does.

      I think as human beings we are conditioned since we were little kids to accept death as just a part of Life and that we should relegate to it and bow down to the inevitable.

      But sometimes you just want to say Eff death. Seriously!

      I guess this hit a chord in my own life with experiences I have had in the past and yet to come !.

      Condolences to you and your family, Kay
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    • Profile picture of the author ExRat
      Hi Kay,

      Sorry to hear that, best wishes to you and your family.

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      • Profile picture of the author AprilCT
        Hugs, Kay, I am so sorry to hear this. Every time I've lost one, it leaves another hole in your heart.
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    Condolences Kay. Wishing you and yoiur family all the best for the future.
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  • Profile picture of the author bizgrower
    I'm sorry to hear this too, but it's the best relief for the dog.

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  • Profile picture of the author Mark Singletary
    Kay, I'm so sorry to hear this.

    Every time I read one of these threads I have to face again my own fears for when my 2 girls have to go. I absolutely dread the day but that day comes to all of us man and animal.

    Hang in there and know that you and your family are in our thoughts.

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    So sorry to hear this Kay. The family made the right decision, but it sure is a tough one.
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      Hi Kay,

      So very sorry to hear of this. I don't know what to say, as I know there isn't anything I can say that will ease your pain.

      Just remember the good times.

      Sincerely. - Frank
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      • Profile picture of the author Kay King
        Wasn't it Will Rogers who said "the only thing wrong with dogs is they don't live long enough..."?

        Thank you all so much! It matters that people care.

        My dog, Gracie, was a tagalong for Rocky and she's been looking for him. She was with Rocky when the seizures started last night and I put the two girls outside to keep them out of the way. Sandy doesn't seem to be affected but Gracie is not eating and staying in her bed. Guess I need to get her out for a walk and try to cheer her up. Probably be good for me too.
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        • Profile picture of the author ThomM
          Very sad news Kay. It brought to mind when I had to put my girl Peaches down and my boy Elmo. I really do feel for your loss.
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  • You know Kay...Animals are our companions for part of our lives...dieing for them is not like dieing for us...He will be back soon...So go find a little puppy with no one to protect, feed, or love him...That is your final gift to Rocky...As well the big dog spirit will be pleased with you...Your friend for many years
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  • You know Kay...Animals are our companions for part of our lives...dieing for them is not like dieing for us...He will be back soon...So go find a little puppy with no one to protect, feed, or love him...That is your final gift to Rocky...As well the big dog spirit will be pleased with you...Your friend for many years
    ...Robert...Ask Sally in a private mail -0)
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  • In sterio...I cannot change it...Robert
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  • Profile picture of the author HeySal
    I was reading your post in Frank's thread and had the worst feeling that was what I was hearing, so I came here to find out.

    I am at such a loss for what to say. I so well know that pain. If there were anything I could say to make it better, it would be said.

    RIP Rocky.
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    • Profile picture of the author Kay King
      He had about three weeks from the onset of symptoms - and we made those three weeks good. He was praised and petted and treated and coddled and he loved it.

      We had anticipated an "ending" soon but the violence of the seizures left us shell shocked. The vet assured us from the start that Rockey was unconscious during the seizures - I hope he was right!

      We hate to lose him but comforted in knowing he had a good life - was never hungry or mistreated or anything but loved. All dogs should have such a life!
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