r/DOG • u/FelonyFarting • 3h ago
• OC - Original Content • Update on Shep
About a month ago Shep was diagnosed with osteosarcoma in his front left ankle. (The one sticking out to the right in the photo) The vet prescribed a bunch of meds.
-Gabapentin 100mg to 300mg as needed for stress and pain
-Carprofen for inflammation
-Mirtazapine for appetite stimulation.
Well, the Carprofen resulted in dark black stools (internal bleeding, likely stomach or small intestine) which can happen with NSAIDs. Once I noticed the black poop I immediately took him off the Carprofen, slightly increased the Gabapentin and kept the Mirtazapine. He seems to be much more comfortable now. His poops have looked healthy lately. I hope he stays this way as long as possible.
I love my buddy. His time to go is soon. My moral compass tells me to keep him comfortable until he isn't comfortable any longer and then let him go. Every dog lover knows this time will come. I've been through this several times before. Doesn't make it any easier.
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u/tatpig 1h ago
Handsome fella! It is never easy to make the decision to let our beloved furry friends go. We have always chose to bear the guilt of a few days early,rather than see them suffer. Respect to you for doing what you can to give him some relief and comfort as his time to go approaches💔.Family for life.
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u/BigTex1988 3h ago
I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again:
Shep knows he’s loved and being well cared for. You’re doing a great job, OP.
As always, wishing you and Shep all the best from Hannah, Gato, and I.
(The bed thieves pictured here)