I hope this is the last health-related post I have to do for Abbye for a long time. Today’s blood test revealed that her liver enzymes have dropped to 45; a normal reading is under 100, and the initial test two weeks ago had her pegged at a scary 668.<\/p>\n
It seems obvious now that the Rimadyl was indeed the culprit; if your dog is on a steady regimen of Rimadyl for arthritis pain, make sure that the animal is getting regular blood tests to monitor its liver enzyme level. If your vet doesn’t agree…consider finding another vet. Seriously.<\/p>\n
Her white blood count is still a little elevated, but not to the point of concern. It’s always been on the high side…one of her many peculiarities. We’re going to keep her on antibiotics for another ten days, and she can go back on her thyroid medicine, which we hope will get her appetite and coat back in shape. But she seems to be feeling good — practically frisky — so that’s one less thing we have to worry about.<\/p>\n
And I do appreciate all the expressions of concern and good wishes left here for our little dog. You guys are great!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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