Ginge is paralysed

[carolg]

I'm looking for advice re my chihuahuah/toy poodle Ginge. She has become paralysed in all four legs, though she still has feeling in them. She cant stand up, but has control over other functions - eating, tail wagging, licking, though seems to have lost some control over waste removal. She does not appear to be in pain. A few days before the paralysis she lost volume in her bark. The tone of her voice has changed. I have taken her to two local vets who referred me to a diagnostic centre. However they are a long way off and charge an enormous amount of money for MRI's which I have been told would be needed. I would be happy to pay if I thought there was hope for her survival, however I'm concerned that it could result in medical intervention which may not succeed anyway. Has anyone out there come across this type of problem?

[k9mania]

The best way to go about this is to have the MRI. Then the vet can give you all of your options with his/her assessment of how the quality of the dog's life will be under each option. The longer you take to know the options, the more pain and discomfort your dog must endure. I am very sorry that you must go through such an ordeal. Remember to think about what is best for your little buddy.

[natalieandweiley]

hi i really think that your dog needs the mri do you have insurance? they would probably pay for it. it doesnt sound like it is a problem that will go away on its own so i wouldnt waste any time