LYMES DIAGNOSIS

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uneekstuf

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I would really appreciate some input on my situation.
My 5 year old sheltie was diagnosed with lymes today. Last night he hurt his leg tearing off after a bird like a wild man so I made an appointment to have him checked. The x-ray was fine but while the doctor was examining him he detected pain in the joints and recommended lymes testing. The test was positive and he was prescribed doxycycline. The doctor warned it can upset the stomach. I voiced the sensitivity issues with my sheltie and he said to make sure I gave the pill with food. When we arrived home he ate his meal and I administered the pill. Half an hour later all his food was vomited and there was the pill. I tried again tonight with his meal and the same thing occurred. I am worried sick. I knew this would happen due to his sensitivity. I will call the vet tomorrow morning but was hoping I could get some feedback from the forum. Thank you.
 
uneekstuf said:
I would really appreciate some input on my situation.
My 5 year old sheltie was diagnosed with lymes today. Last night he hurt his leg tearing off after a bird like a wild man so I made an appointment to have him checked. The x-ray was fine but while the doctor was examining him he detected pain in the joints and recommended lymes testing. The test was positive and he was prescribed doxycycline. The doctor warned it can upset the stomach. I voiced the sensitivity issues with my sheltie and he said to make sure I gave the pill with food. When we arrived home he ate his meal and I administered the pill. Half an hour later all his food was vomited and there was the pill. I tried again tonight with his meal and the same thing occurred. I am worried sick. I knew this would happen due to his sensitivity. I will call the vet tomorrow morning but was hoping I could get some feedback from the forum. Thank you.
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I am sorry your sheltie boy was dx'd with Lyme. Last month 2 of mine also tested positive for Lyme and were put on Doxy. One of them had an awful time with stomach reaction even with the Doxy being given with a full meal. Try giving Cerenia along with the Doxy, hopefully that will help him keep his food and med down. If nothing works, there is fairly new info that Convenia can be used for Lyme and is effective, although not all vets agree with this and are willing to go that route. Convenia is an antibiotic that is administered via a shot so it bypasses the digestive system totally. A shot is good for 12 days, so a repeat shot would be needed after the first 12 days. But hopefully using the Cerenia will settle his stomach enough that you can continue to use the Doxy.
Best wishes for your little guy to feel better soon.
Trini
 
I agree with the others, cerenia is designed to stop the vomiting reflex. Are you giving it with kibble? If so I would soak the kibble as well so he also has more fluid on board. You might also want to try something for reflux like Losec/Prilosec or even gaviscon for outside meal times.
 
I am just shocked at how many recent posts are reporting Lyme disease! I am so sorry you too are experiencing it with your Sheltie.

Everyone has given such great advice. I certainly hope one of the suggested solutions work for you and relief will come to you both soon.

Do you use flea and tick meds?

Please keep us posted on your progress! Virtual hugs!
 
ghggp said:
I am just shocked at how many recent posts are reporting Lyme disease! I am so sorry you too are experiencing it with your Sheltie.

Everyone has given such great advice. I certainly hope one of the suggested solutions work for you and relief will come to you both soon.

Do you use flea and tick meds?

Please keep us posted on your progress! Virtual hugs!
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Last summer my sister’s neighbours at the lake had both their Bichon’s test positive for Lyme. At the vet, the tech told me over a year ago that they’re seeing more and more cases of limping/sore legs turn out to be Lyme. It gets worse every year!
 
Speaking of doxycycline, I had some rosacea and the dermatologist told me "I'm writing you a prescription for doxycycline- 100 mg twice a day for a month." I replied ," Thanks, but don't really need one, I have a pharmacy. I know its slightly sketchy, but I'll just take mine." She said sure.
So a bit later I mentioned to my tech "Have you ever been put on doxycycline? It really tastes just awful."
And she replied, "Well, I imagine it does, but you do know you have been taking the chicken flavored chewy tabs, right?"
 
The Quahog said:
Speaking of doxycycline, I had some rosacea and the dermatologist told me "I'm writing you a prescription for doxycycline- 100 mg twice a day for a month." I replied ," Thanks, but don't really need one, I have a pharmacy. I know its slightly sketchy, but I'll just take mine." She said sure.
So a bit later I mentioned to my tech "Have you ever been put on doxycycline? It really tastes just awful."
And she replied, "Well, I imagine it does, but you do know you have been taking the chicken flavored chewy tabs, right?"
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:ROFLMAO: Next time take the pills, not the chews. A lot of the meds we think our dogs should love taste either awful or are super bitter...it is no wonder that some dogs hate meds and spit them out.
Trini
 
trini said:
:ROFLMAO: Next time take the pills, not the chews. A lot of the meds we think our dogs should love taste either awful or are super bitter...it is no wonder that some dogs hate meds and spit them out.
Trini
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And you know this how exactly?
And please, I am not making light of the OP's post and am very sorry that her dog has contracted Lyme. I practice in Rhode Island, about 40 miles from Old Lyme Connecticut, the birthplace of Lyme Disease, and we see LOT of it. While people are always very upset to hear that diagnosis the fact is that in dogs if it is correctly diagnosed and treated over 95% of patients simply respond and have no further issues. We could discuss this at length but it is a complex situation. As all here we wish you and the patient well.
 
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