My senior dog's health is declining. What can I do to help her?

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Our 15 yr old Choc Lab has been thru 4 rounds of antibiotics (albon, metronidazole, both, & clavamox) for cocciddia & urinary incontinence. In May, she had sudden hind legs weakness & can't use her lower back left leg (w/ knuckling). She also has a hump on that back left leg hip, w/ an inconclusive cancer cytology sample. She has had rounds of uncontrollable diarrhea since May, w/bloody diarrhea. She now won't drink H2O, mostly eats, constantly tired, no interest in toys, & can't get comfy. Pet's info: Dog | Labrador Retriever | Female | spayed | 15 years and 5 months old | 53 lbs

Destini R. Holloway, DVM · Accepted Answer

I am so sorry to hear that your pet has so many major issues that are debilitating and causing her to have a poor quality of life. I do think that if her condition cannot be improved with medications then it is someting you should discuss with your veterinarian. Humane euthansia, although it is probably not something you want to consider, should be considered if Sophie is not able to helped with medical management. However, there are pain medications that can be tried to see if they make a difference. You can discuss with your vet about trying Tramadol and/or Gabapentin to help with pain management. Probiotics can also be tried to help with her diarrhea, as well as a high fiber diet such as Royal Canin Gasrointestinal High Fiber (Rx). It sounds like she may have cancer involving her nervous system, which is why she can't maintain her mobitliy well. Poor girl. I hope that you can come to terms with her condition and maybe there is more you can try with her. Best wishes with Sophie. We are also available for a private consultation if you need to discuss more about Sophie's condition and futher care recommendations. Take care.

My senior dog's health is declining. What can I do to help her?

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