June 8, 2010
Pomeranian Health - Caring For Your Pomeranian
One of the major issues that affect owners of Pomeranian's is the Pomeranian health issue because they have a tendency to acquire a few different health problems. Many of these issues can be easily dealt with and with proper nutrition and care the tendency to suffer through health issues are greatly reduced. That being said however, there are a few things that you can look for when raising your dog that can make you aware of Pomeranian health issues and how to spot them at an early stage. With proper care and attention, your Pomeranian can live up to 16 years old, as these dogs are one of the very heartiest breeds available.
Pomeranian Health Watch
One of the most common problems of Pomeranian health is that they tend to lose their teeth early and in the same manner as humans get very sick by having unkempt teeth or rotting teeth, dogs are susceptible to acquiring diseases and other health disorders if the teeth are not properly maintained. In order to maintain Pomeranian health it is essential to brush the dog's teeth at least once a week with a small children's toothbrush. It is also very important to note that when brushing dog's teeth it is not recommended to use human toothpaste because it is very bad for the Pomeranian health.
Most people are also lacking in the knowledge that this particular breed of dog has been down bred from much larger dogs that are typically 15-20 pounds. Whenever this occurs within any breed of animal, it can cause health problems however in the particular Pomeranian health it also plays a significant role especially in birthing a litter because they typically need a C-section due to the fact that they have been bred down from a much larger dog.
Another common Pomeranian health issue is that the teeth often do not line up properly which can be caused by a variety of different reasons. This is sometimes confused with the dogs that have teeth out of line and this is a different issue than that because the Pomeranian's jaw has outgrown the other jaw and this causes a very big over or under bite. This can potentially damage the dog's career in the limelight however, aside from that it doesn't pose any huge threat for the Pomeranian health. This is even attributed to not having the puppy's retaining teeth removed and it forces the jaw to grow at different rates of speed and often ends up with this result.
Dane Stanton
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What to do with my ailing 15 years old Pomeranian?
I have a 15 years old 7 months Pom. He is blind and deaf and I think he has bad arthritis. His back legs are weak and sometimes he'll eat his food lying down.
He has trouble going outside as he is so weak and also deaf and blind. He has accidents inside and sometimes we'll find him covered in his poop as he can't see to avoid it. We have to give him a bath just about every day.
He is losing control of his bowels as he'll have bowel movements during his sleep.
My mom who is 79 years old is his primary care taker. She is in good shape but she has not had a good nights sleep I think in 4-6 months because she has to clean up the mess in the middle of the night.
We were ready last week to take him to the vet and put him to sleep, but we got "cold feet". He'll have some good days when we say "he's not ready to go yet", but most of the time bad days.
It's up to me to make the decision, although it's my mom that takes care of him. My mom does not want to part with him, but I think it's affecting her health.
I dearly love my dog, but my mom is more important to me.
From what I said, do you think it's time?
I'm a people doctor and make decisions like this with my patients and their families, but when it comes to your own, decision is much, much harder!
Thanks for any advise.
put him down.
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Only you and the vet can make that decision.
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Decisions like this are always really hard and very heartbreaking ones to make for anyone who loves their dog. What I would do first, before you go ahead and put the poor little guy down, is take him to the vet and see if there is anything that the vet can do to help him. If there is, then I would try it! If there is not, then the most Humane thing to do would be to end his misery so he doesn't suffer. 15 is old for a tiny dog like a Pomeranian, but a vet may still be able to help him, so it's worth a try! At least if it comes down to having to have him put down, you know you did everything you could for him! Good Luck!
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15 years for a dog is a good, long life..put her out of her misery, put her to sleep…
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It's not the quantity of life that is important, it's the quality. Look in his eyes, he will tell you if you listen. As an older man told me at the vets, years ago, "it's the least I can do for my best friend". He was there to put down his 6 year old dog that had been diagnosed with cancer, before the dog got into any real pain. You're a people doctor….isn't it a shame we can't do this for yourselves?
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Breeder/trainer for 40 years, with lots of heartbreaking decisions along the way
It is a very tough decision. But it appears you dog will go weather you decide when or not. All that will happen is the dog may suffer needlessly. You moms health will be affected if your dog dies of natural causes as your pet will be missed. You certainly love you pet, so do the right thing and stop the needless suffering. Just be comforted in the fact that you had him for 15 years and you made him a happy dog for his entire live.
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I feel very sorry for your mother. She obviously loves her little dog. Sometime we havet to take on the emotional pain of letting our beloved dogs go so we can end their physical pain.
If you are a medical doctor, as you claim to be, you do not need our opinion. You would already know which is the correct and humane action to take.
BTW, is a 'people doctor' the same as a qualified medical practitioner?
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i think its time : /
euthanization is painless. theres no pain. the dog just slips away. its honestly time. picture being your dog.
its really time man. its gonna be hard, but hes had a long life.
http://dogs.lovetoknow.com/wiki/Dog_Euthanasia
i think this will help.
do it friend. it will be hard, but you'll make it through.
best wishes
Andrew
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I just lost my scotty a beloved friend and companion of 14 years.I knew he was ailing but was in the hospital myself due to a motorcycle accident (I'm60) I came home on a Saturday after a 2 1/2 month stay in the hospital. A friend came built ramps where we in the past carried or assisted Toady up steps before my arrival. He was sure the ramps were for him the following sat I rolled out on the back deck to host one of my world famous Mohita parties 6- 8people, my wife and myself. Those were Toadys best times at 8:30 PM without the help of a personal Mohita I gave it up he came to bed with me and past in my arms sometime in the night.He spent the last day of his life doing what he loved most partyiing on the deck with daddys friends and being loved by the one who always loved him the most..YOU TELL ME!
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How sad. Yes, it is so very much harder when it involves your own family and you have been so close to the problems that they have progressed very gradually and almost imperceptibly so that you find yourself confronted with them today. Let me say that when people ask this particular question on-line it usually means that it was time yesterday and that you're just doing the right thing by going that extra mile.
You've already ticked half of the 'Putting to Sleep?' boxes in one of my favorite veterinary books where ticking only one of them means the PTS decision should be recommended. You've got: Severe sensory impariment, incontinence, inability to walk and balance without difficulty, arthritis pain that cannot be controlled (tried Tramadol, Metacam, Previcox etc??), and an intolerable nursing situation where the care-givers although loving and caring just can't handle it.
So your dog needs you to carry out that last act of love that was implicity promised all those years ago, that you would not let it suffer when there was no hope of recovery.
There could be issues with your Mom associated with the greiving process without prospect of another dog at the end. Only you will know how important this may be, so perhaps you could quite soon take on a a mature little rescue dog who has lost his home thru owners' illness or falling on hard times.
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Gosh. How I feel for you and your mother. I am in a similar situation. My 15 year old friend is suffering from all sorts of age related problems. She never complains and still tries to do her job of looking after the house. But after reading your story, she should have a bit of time left yet. It's a heartbreaking decision. The last dog I had to say good bye to was also around 15 years old. I think she loved me just a little bit more the moment the vet gave her the needle. I know it will break your mother's heart and she will fret for some time without him. She will need heaps of support.
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sounds like it is time. It will only get worse, even if you want to spend lots of time and money. I know it sounds heartless, but it really is the best choice in the long run. It won't get easier later, except that you will be more burdened and thus less patient.
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do what you believe is the best for your baby… It is a very scary time for you do what your heart tells not evryone eles…
Puppy Poem
I stood by your bed last night, I came to have a peep.
I could see that you were crying, you found it hard to sleep.
I whined to you softly as you brushed away a tear,
"It's me, I haven't left you, I'm well, I'm fine, I'm here."
I was close to you at breakfast, I watched you pour the tea,
You were thinking of the many times your hands reached down to me.
I was with you at my grave today, you tend it with such care.
I want to re-assure you, that I'm not lying there.
I walked with you towards the house as you fumbled for your key.
I gently put my paw on you, I smiled and said, "It's me."
You looked so very tired, and sank into a chair
I tried so hard to let you know that I was standing there.
It's possible for me to be so near you every day
To say to you with certainty, "I never went away."
You sat there very quietly, then smiled; I think you knew…
In the stillness of that evening, I was very close to you.
The day is over… I smile and watch you yawning
And say "good-night, God bless, I'll see you in the morning."
And when the time is right for you to cross the brief divide,
I'll rush across to greet you and we'll stand, side by side.
I have so many things to show you, there is so much for you to see.
Be patient, live your journey out… then come home to be with me.
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owner of 2 Poms Bubbles and Troubles