Silky's very bad vet/health report
I am very sorry to hear this - I know how it feels.
I agree with Mum. My pig with renal failure, Poppy, has been on Fortekor for some time now, and it seems to help; at least she doesn't drink as excessively as before. Since Fortekor is a heartmed I would think that it could help Silky's kidneys AND heart at the same time, at least for some time. Perhaps worth discussing with your vet?
Thinking of you and Silky.
I agree with Mum. My pig with renal failure, Poppy, has been on Fortekor for some time now, and it seems to help; at least she doesn't drink as excessively as before. Since Fortekor is a heartmed I would think that it could help Silky's kidneys AND heart at the same time, at least for some time. Perhaps worth discussing with your vet?
Thinking of you and Silky.
- dgarriques
- Got Pigs?
I am so sorry to hear the news. I wish there was something that could be done. Hugs to you both.
- RavenShade
- Thanks for the Memories
I'm really sorry. It is devistating to be given such a dire diagnosis. Enjoy what time you have left, however long or short it may be. And take pictures and/or video.
Thanks so much, everyone. Your kind words mean a lot. Sometimes I think that the diagnoses must have been mistakes, because she looks so perky, and then other times when her little eyes look tired, I know they were not. I know they weren't wrong anyway, but you know how you do.
I will look into that medication, Fortekor, I believe you spelled it, because it sounds like it might be a good thing.
The thing that is good right now is that she loves all of the medications she takes. She adores benebac, and metacam, and even the baby's gas medication. It is Walmart's brand, equate, and she loves the taste, for any of you that might need a tasty gas medication for piggies. She also loves to chew on the syringes.
She has been pulling her leg under her and using it more, which I am proud to see.
Once again, Silky and I both thank you for everything!
I will look into that medication, Fortekor, I believe you spelled it, because it sounds like it might be a good thing.
The thing that is good right now is that she loves all of the medications she takes. She adores benebac, and metacam, and even the baby's gas medication. It is Walmart's brand, equate, and she loves the taste, for any of you that might need a tasty gas medication for piggies. She also loves to chew on the syringes.
She has been pulling her leg under her and using it more, which I am proud to see.
Once again, Silky and I both thank you for everything!