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Title: Long shot but does anyone have experience of brain damage in dogs? Post by: zelda on February 05, 2009, 12:33:52 AM My 6 yr old collie has brain damage. When I rescued him I knew he had the condition and he was happy in his own little world for 5 years. Then he started having fits and the vet said that his condition would worsen with the years and he was prescribed valium to
relax him during fits. Over the last 6 months he has got worse - he can no longer go on walks as he is so frightened. Over the last week he wont even go outside because he is so frightened. Even the rattle of keys, which sent him in a frenzy before does nothing now. Please tell me there is something I can do! I dont want to lose him if there is any chance he can have a better quality of life. Please help! I must stress that this is a last resort as I know what I have to do if he doesnt improve. He was honestly very happy until the last week or so... Title: Re: Long shot but does anyone have experience of brain damage in dogs? Post by: turny on February 05, 2009, 12:57:31 AM hi zelda im so sorry to hear about your dog.
ive not had a dog in this condition before but a friend of mine a good 20 years ago did. the fits increased more and more as the dog grew older and eventually it was in the dogs best interest to put him to sleep. i imagine medicine has moved on since then but all you can do is listen to the advice from your vet. sometimes we make selfish decisions when the welfare of our beloved pets are concern but you really must listen to the advice the vet gives in the best interest of the animal. i wish you well zelda and hope something can be done so that your dog can enjoy some more time healthily and happily, good luck Title: Re: Long shot but does anyone have experience of brain damage in dogs? Post by: The_nun on February 05, 2009, 01:28:56 AM We had a Chihuahua pup once whome had brain damage. Her outlook was so bad but we kept on feeding her ,well ,, boiled heart we were told would be the best nutrient. It didnt work and she passed. Dont let the dog suffer. x
Title: Re: Long shot but does anyone have experience of brain damage in dogs? Post by: relaedgc on February 05, 2009, 03:11:17 AM It's a hard decision to make but having read the reactions you've made mention of, it seems that it would be the only kind thing to do for him is to put him to sleep. Do not let him suffer if his condition has become that bad that he has fits over the sound of keys or the door outside being opened.
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