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by Nans gsd on 15 August 2013 - 22:08
Well don't just jump to conclusions just yet. if I remember right I think it is a series of 3 blood draws and tested at different times of the dogs day, definitely a fasting test though. Also don't get too excited that is sort of a catch all when everything else fails. So, that being said don't worry too much right now. Do further testing if you can. My old vet did not think less than 1.0 was cause for medication. You can also support with giving glandular type oral natural support that you buy right off the shelf like at a health food store. Nan
by Ruger1 on 16 August 2013 - 00:08
Moons,,You are just like a dark storm cloud that's looms above,,What is your concern?...:)
1GSD, thanks for the post..I am suspicious too that he does have some symptoms >like the infection< that could suggest an autoimmune issue which I think effects the thyroid or maybe it's the other way around,,,
Nans..I am trying not to jump to conclusions, but I would have felt a lot better had his T4 been a little higher..They sent the sample out today so I will hear back soon hopefully,,,The vet that did the T4 yesterday would probably not had requested that more testing be done, but he knew I would not rest until he sent it,,,lol,,,
1GSD, thanks for the post..I am suspicious too that he does have some symptoms >like the infection< that could suggest an autoimmune issue which I think effects the thyroid or maybe it's the other way around,,,
Nans..I am trying not to jump to conclusions, but I would have felt a lot better had his T4 been a little higher..They sent the sample out today so I will hear back soon hopefully,,,The vet that did the T4 yesterday would probably not had requested that more testing be done, but he knew I would not rest until he sent it,,,lol,,,
by Ruger1 on 16 August 2013 - 00:08
Also..I would love to know who disliked my original post,lol,,,I would like to hear why you disliked it,,I am very open to hearing all points of view. If you have a opinion or feel that something else would be in Princes best interest by all means share.. Don't just hide behind a thumb!!,,Was it you Moons!!??...;) .lol,,,
by 1GSD1 on 16 August 2013 - 07:08
Nans I agree, don't panic, but something to look at further since the T4 is a screening. We had one done on a dog older than Prince and she was 1.6 or 1.4 and Dr. Dodds said to me, "You know that is too low" and the vet said, it's ok. It was not ok. Could be too Prince's test just was not accurate, but glad she is taking that further.
by Blitzen on 16 August 2013 - 09:08
Pay no attention to the dislikes, Deanna. Some would rather put a gun to a dog's head than spend .10 on vet care.
I agree with 1GSD1. A low normal may be too low for Prince. The thyroid results are not a one number fits all. My original breed was an arctic breed where survival in the world's most hostile environment with the minimum amount of food depended on a low metabolism. To this day many of those dogs as adults, test with low T4's. Some within the "normal range" some below.
I agree with 1GSD1. A low normal may be too low for Prince. The thyroid results are not a one number fits all. My original breed was an arctic breed where survival in the world's most hostile environment with the minimum amount of food depended on a low metabolism. To this day many of those dogs as adults, test with low T4's. Some within the "normal range" some below.
by 1GSD1 on 16 August 2013 - 09:08
Found this thread:http://www.germanshepherds.com/forum/aggression-good-bad-ugly/86315-medical-causes-aggressive-behavior.html
by Blitzen on 16 August 2013 - 09:08
by Nans gsd on 16 August 2013 - 12:08
Yes to Blitzen: our samoyeds usually test lower than the range, maybe its time for the range to be re-evaluated. I have known a few bitches (not my bitches) that did not conceive until given thyroid supplementation; then did conceive.?? That to me is worrisome as that COULD mean you are passing that on to your bitches girl puppies possibly. Not a good scenario. Well I think they have more studying to do on this subject. Best to all Nan
by Blitzen on 16 August 2013 - 13:08
Sammies, another breed whose survival depended on a metabolism that could survive on small amounts of food. Dodd always takes the breed into consideration and tailors her diagnoses and treatments, if appropriate, according to the breed, age, and activity level of the individual dog.
by Ruger1 on 16 August 2013 - 13:08
Just returned from seeing our holistic vet to booster Prince's distemper vaccination before he leaves. While we were there I asked him to look at Princes's T4 results. He said I did the right thing by requesting that the other vet send for further testing. He said that MI state is more than capable of running accurate testing. However, he did say that he would have definitely preferred Dr.Jean Dodds to run and interpret the results as she has the breed specific knowledge to interpret them more accurately.. He said I should contact her with the results from MI and she would be happy to advise me from there..
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