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Apollo's Vet Visit
Just under three years ago my grandparent's decided to bring another dog into their hearts after the tragic loss of their older rescue Rocky. This dog, who we all decided to name Apollo, is a gorgeous mastiff/black lab cross, is another rescue brought into the family because my grandparent's decided they needed to help another dog as they did with our beloved and passed Rocky.
On Sunday, January 3rd, we all noticed Apollo acting different. Unlike the normal Apollo, he was not wrestling with our three year old, Wicket, He was vomiting foam and kept sitting down. When he walked, his hind end was tucked underneath him. My grandparents brought him to the vet immediately once Apollo started to pant and drool, he was very obviously distressed.
Once at the vet, Apollo was assessed for an intestinal blockage. The vet thought that was what was causing the problems and after looking the x-rays they decided to go ahead with surgery to remove the blockage. Unfortunately exploratory surgery showed that there was no blockage. The surgery was for nothing. Upon waking up from surgery Apollo could not put his back legs underneath him. He lost all function in his back end and his esophagus was irritated which caused the vomiting.
The vet that has now taken over Apollo's case is suspecting the case to be canine mysathenia gravis. This is a rare condition where there is a breakdown of impulses between the nerves and the muscles and the muscles become weak and stop functioning properly. The test to diagnosis this alone is over $400. My grandfather just lost his job in the Kellogs Company shut down where he was a senior member and recent health issues has prevented my nanny from continuing her job at a local plant. They both give so much to their dog, he is their best friend and new child. They want the best for him, once completely diagnosed Apollo can have treatment that will allow a healthy life for such a young dog.
We need this funds to help pay for the diagnostic testing and the vet treatment of Apollo for his surgery, blood work and the cost of his veterinary care. After the last update Apollo now needs a catheter because he is struggling to get outside for the bathroom. This young gentle giant needs help to return to the life of chasing squirrels and wrestling with his other canine friends.
Thank you everyone, our family and especially Apollo appreciates the help and support to get him back on his feet.
Just under three years ago my grandparent's decided to bring another dog into their hearts after the tragic loss of their older rescue Rocky. This dog, who we all decided to name Apollo, is a gorgeous mastiff/black lab cross, is another rescue brought into the family because my grandparent's decided they needed to help another dog as they did with our beloved and passed Rocky.
On Sunday, January 3rd, we all noticed Apollo acting different. Unlike the normal Apollo, he was not wrestling with our three year old, Wicket, He was vomiting foam and kept sitting down. When he walked, his hind end was tucked underneath him. My grandparents brought him to the vet immediately once Apollo started to pant and drool, he was very obviously distressed.
Once at the vet, Apollo was assessed for an intestinal blockage. The vet thought that was what was causing the problems and after looking the x-rays they decided to go ahead with surgery to remove the blockage. Unfortunately exploratory surgery showed that there was no blockage. The surgery was for nothing. Upon waking up from surgery Apollo could not put his back legs underneath him. He lost all function in his back end and his esophagus was irritated which caused the vomiting.
The vet that has now taken over Apollo's case is suspecting the case to be canine mysathenia gravis. This is a rare condition where there is a breakdown of impulses between the nerves and the muscles and the muscles become weak and stop functioning properly. The test to diagnosis this alone is over $400. My grandfather just lost his job in the Kellogs Company shut down where he was a senior member and recent health issues has prevented my nanny from continuing her job at a local plant. They both give so much to their dog, he is their best friend and new child. They want the best for him, once completely diagnosed Apollo can have treatment that will allow a healthy life for such a young dog.
We need this funds to help pay for the diagnostic testing and the vet treatment of Apollo for his surgery, blood work and the cost of his veterinary care. After the last update Apollo now needs a catheter because he is struggling to get outside for the bathroom. This young gentle giant needs help to return to the life of chasing squirrels and wrestling with his other canine friends.
Thank you everyone, our family and especially Apollo appreciates the help and support to get him back on his feet.