Pavane
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Barkleigh has PSOM and had a very successful surgery (from sudden stone deafness) at the U. of Florida vet school--an amazing place! He was 6 then and just turned 10. His hearing declined steadily over the next 4 years, even though he gets medication (allergy meds) daily. He also has a B2 murmur, which has not changed in 2 years. Now he is hardly hearing at all, not even our clapping. He's pretty good with hand signals but is acting quite differently, moping, has to be coaxed to go outside, avoiding walks, and might be in pain. Of course the vet will be evaluating him thoroughly next month. We DO have good vet insurance and I am considering another PSOM surgery if it would improve his quality of life. I know that more than one is often needed. (He could also use some dental work, although until now his teeth have been excellent, but he has some problems. I am a big teeth brusher!)
Just wondering if anyone has done 2 surgeries or has a comment on doing it with the MVD. I hate to see this usually chipper, adorable little guy lose his zest for life.
Just wondering if anyone has done 2 surgeries or has a comment on doing it with the MVD. I hate to see this usually chipper, adorable little guy lose his zest for life.