One other note about chest 'dropping' (and why did dog people start using that term - it sort of conjurs up visions of dog parts falling off in the yard) One the the biggest problems in basenjis fronts right now is those that are too narrow and have a concave area between the front legs. I'm NOT advocating a front like a bull terrier but there needs to be some 'fill' there to have a good front but it's not the fill it is the actual structure of the bones in the shoulder and upper arm that - if not correct- actally pull the 'front' too far forward. A quick visual scan from the side - if the deepest part of the brisket is well behind the legs - the front is too far forward. We need to pay attention to the actual shoulder structure to make sure we are not continuing to double up on dogs with a short upper arm. That limits front reach, and creates a not efficient side gait. So go catch your dogs and do a quick check - measure from the top of the wither to the point of shoulder (the most prominant bone in the chest.) then from that point to the point of the elbow. They should be the same. if they are not - stand up your dog and put your hand between the front legs - if you hand is IN FRONT OF THE FRONT LEGS - great - if your hand is between the front legs the front on your dog is too far foward.
More than you ever wanted to know probably - LOL
Update on Booger's "allergies"
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Do let us know what you find.
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Yes, good luck… and keep us posted.
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Robyn - I did LOVE it!! And I wrote your name on the referral section of my paperwork… don't know if they give a discount or anything for referrals, but we put you down either way. The estimate for this ranges from $185 (for just sedation & x-ray) all the way to $450 if the x-ray reveals nothing & they have to start taking samples from his lymph nodes & stuff.
Tanza - 2 years on the forum has taught me that you are much like me. You say what's on your mind & always have the best of intentions on your mind. It sometimes comes off as offensive or blunt to those who don't know better, but I know you better than that. I know you genuinely care about Booger & wouldn't have expressed your concern unless you thought it was important! I greatly value your knowledge, expertise & opinion!
Renault - Funny you should mention that... I was doing research before taking him to the vet, and nasal tumors was something I came across. The first vet didn't mention it, but the second vet did. I appreciate you sharing your experience with me, and don't worry, I'm already scared & alarmed!
We have an appointment for Tuesday, so now we're just making sure we're available for warmth & cuddling at all times, since that's all he really wants. We took everybody to the park a couple of days ago & it seemed to perk him up a bit. Today, however, within 2 minutes of being there, he started growling at a dog that was just sniffing him. He went into full defensive & finally lunged at the dog, snarling. Andrew decided he was too miserable to be at the park so he drove him home.
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Just curious, has either vet run bloodwork to see if there is an elevated WBC that would indicate infection? If he has an infection like a bad tooth he is probably feeling pretty miserable which may be why he is over reacting to other dogs.
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Prayers, good thoughts and well wishes on the way. Hopefully it will be something that is easily treatable.
Can I just say how ironic I find it that a dog named Booger is having nasal issues?!?! Sorry….no disrespect intended...I just found it humorous
Hugs to all of you, try not to stress out too much.
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Here some good thoughts for Booger!
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Prayers, good thoughts and well wishes on the way. Hopefully it will be something that is easily treatable.
Can I just say how ironic I find it that a dog named Booger is having nasal issues?!?! Sorry….no disrespect intended...I just found it humorous
Hugs to all of you, try not to stress out too much.
Thanks for the well wishes, and I appreciate the humor. While typing my original post, I noticed I wrote the following phrase, completely unintentionally: "Unfortunately, Booger became snotty…" which made me laugh. I wondered if anybody would notice.
lvoss, no bloodwork has been suggested actually, and I hadn't thought of that. The vet is open in the morning... maybe I should call up there & ask about it. Thanks for mentioning! Any advice on what I can do to make him a little more comfortable is much appreciated. He's eating normally & is content to cuddle up with us & sleep all day long, wherever we are. -
Does he sleep in your room? If so, maybe a cool mist humidifier would help…
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Thanks for the well wishes, and I appreciate the humor. While typing my original post, I noticed I wrote the following phrase, completely unintentionally: "Unfortunately, Booger became snotty…" which made me laugh. I wondered if anybody would notice.
lvoss, no bloodwork has been suggested actually, and I hadn't thought of that. The vet is open in the morning... maybe I should call up there & ask about it. Thanks for mentioning! Any advice on what I can do to make him a little more comfortable is much appreciated. He's eating normally & is content to cuddle up with us & sleep all day long, wherever we are.Not to put any pressure on you or the Vet.. but to me… blood work is one of the most important tools.... and I am surprised that at least even with an appointment next week ... that they didn't take blood while he was there.... If it was me... and I am a "freak" about doing blood panels.. I would have insisted on at least that.....
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Honestly… and nothing against the Vets... but I have never been to a Vet with a problem that the first thing that was suggested is blood work.....
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Please let us know what the blood work shows.
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Good thoughts and special prayers to you and Booger.
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Not to put any pressure on you or the Vet.. but to me… blood work is one of the most important tools.... and I am surprised that at least even with an appointment next week ... that they didn't take blood while he was there.... If it was me... and I am a "freak" about doing blood panels.. I would have insisted on at least that.....
Thanks for letting me know. As Booger & Lola are my first "grown up" dogs (my parents took care of sick dogs growing up & we never had many issues until 1 got cancer), I really honestly don't know all the things I should be looking for or asking about. I will definitely call & ask about that.
Booger does seem a LOT better today than he did yesterday, which is good. I don't take this as much of a sign of anything, but it at least makes me feel better knowing he isn't so miserable. He's a lot perkier & more playful. He gave us some playful baroos earlier, too, which is a rare treat!
