I actually do have a serious question-- only I could not find a place that seemed appropriate to post. This- I reiterate is not a joke or abstract humor of any sort -and I really would appreciate some help asap from anyone who has any knowledge or experience. I also need some direction as to where to start the thread. Thx.

This question specifically pertains to an aging dog (su) friend of mine. He's going on 16 and it looks like he's not long for this world. Recently he began showing odd symptoms and behaviours . They seem to indicate something specific . Vets like the specialists variety of creature that tends to the health of humans have proven to be less than useful often harmful and greedy as well as expensive. I have gone online looking to find some consultation with a vet ( the off line ones won't discuss anything on the phone) or any dog lover who might shed some light on this issue .I do not expect much from a 16 year old dog however Id think what is going on now with him can be fixed . It is inevitable that he will pass soon. Id like very much though to extend this period for a little while longer.. I want some time to say goodbye properly.. that's my serious question. I have no idea where to post it. Any help would be much appreciated

Sh1tsu
Not sue. What is this g rated filter garbage

The breed is Shih Tzu. No filter is needed if one spells it correctly.

Since kids as young as 12 post on some of these boards, there is a build-in filter for obscenities.

Ok. In spite of my growing agitation at the popups , filters and confusing navigation of this site. I really would like some help asap concerning my old friend. If you all are so into helping then nows the time put some action in those declarations.. I don't have tolerance for beurocratic bs and rules I just need help. If someone can help me find a solution - no words could describe the gratitude I would feel. What else can I say . Im a new member - I don't see a doggy health section.. so where do I start a thread.. do not let my aggitation interfere with your generosity. Thank u.

Ok. Inspite of my growing agitation at the popups , filters and confusing navigation of this site. I really would like some help asap concerning my old friend. If you all are so into helping then nows the time put some action in those declarations.. I dont have tolerance for beurocratic bs and rules I just need help. If someone can help me find a solution - no words could describe the gratitude i would feel. What else can i say . Im a new member - i dont see a doggy health section.. so where do i start a thread.. do not let my aggitation interfere with ur generosity. thank u.
Home & Garden -> Animals & Pets -> Dogs would be the place to post a question like this. Otherwise, it will get lost and not get much viewing if left in Introductions. Leave it here, though, and I will ask a moderator to move it there to save you any confusion.

I am a cat person, but have read most of the dog questions. It would help to know what the dog's symptoms and behavior have been and what you have done so far. Has the dog been to a vet? If so, was there a diagnosis?

The dog people on this site are very kind and helpful and will give you good suggestions. I'm sorry you are not having a good experience here. This is the best Q&A and community site I have been a member of since I first started Internetting back in 1998.

I take it back. All apologies. First u give me a insensitive and snotty then u come back with lots of useful helpful information and compassion. You are truly a wander girl.Sorry again and thank u again.

i take it back. all apologies. first u give me a insensitive and snotty then u come back with lots of useful helpful information and compassion. you are truely a wander girl.Sorry again and thank u again.
I was NOT insensitive and snotty. You wondered why the dog breed didn't post correctly, and I told you why.

Let's get back to your dog. He's the one we need to concentrate on. It would help to know what the dog's symptoms and behavior have been and what you have done so far. Has the dog been to a vet? If so, was there a diagnosis?

Evolve, I'm not entirely sure what your problem is, perhaps you woke up on the wrong side of your bed or just have emotional distresses in your life. Regardless, no need to tell people you'd kill them. You seem like an angry 14 year old kid that thinks he can take on the world. I'm sure you wouldn't say that to a person right in front of you... mainly because threatening to kill a person is punishable by jail time... and you seem like a whimpy little kid, so yeah, let's just drop that whole thing.

To answer your real question, there's really not much you can do to prolong the life of anything. Modern medicine has helped humans and animals to live longer, healthier lives, but it can only do so much. In the end, everyone dies. The best your friend can do for the dog is to make sure that the dog is eating/drinking water, taking its medication (if any), not overexerting itself, and make sure that it's comfortable as possible.

PS - if you don't like the site, then leave. No one's making you stay.

evolve, I'm not entirely sure what your problem is, perhaps you woke up on the wrong side of your bed or just have emotional distresses in your life. Regardless, no need to tell people you'd kill them. You seem like an angry 14 year old kid that thinks he can take on the world. I'm sure you wouldn't say that to a person right in front of you...mainly because threatening to kill a person is punishable by jail time...and you seem like a whimpy little kid, so yeah, let's just drop that whole thing.

To answer your real question, there's really not much you can do to prolong the life of anything. Modern medicine has helped humans and animals to live longer, healthier lives, but it can only do so much. In the end, everyone dies. The best your friend can do for the dog is to make sure that the dog is eating/drinking water, taking its medication (if any), not overexerting itself, and make sure that it's comfortable as possible.

PS - if you don't like the site, then leave. No one's making you stay.

I have had a strange day with this site. Lots of ups and downs. I apologize profusely and make no excuses for my temper. I will say that I made no threats. I was enraged by wandergirls first answer then blown away by her second-which was the polar opposite of the first and did not see the second when I replied to the first. Its been a confusing and absurd day . I wish to let it all go . I appologized profusely to wander girl. And I apologize to the community. I made threats . Just a declaration in haste that came from a very deep sadness I feel knowing its getting time for my friend to die. I agree with your statement about modern medicine. I know he's not long for the world -- however the specicic new syptoms and behaviours indicate to me something that can be remedied without medicine or surgery.. that's all. Thank you and anyone who answers or answered . Please forgive my ugliness accusations etc.I would very much like to move on and tomorrow I will post the symptoms. Again. NO excuses but it has been a very long and confusing first day here.:confused:

I hope you and your dog both have a peaceful night's rest.

Hi evoLv3,
Do you know if the dog has been to the vets recently?
Had any tests done to determine what is going on or is he just getting on in years and generally looking old?

Your friend could try a few suppliments, you would need to book an appointment with either the regular vet or a hollistic one to tell you which suppliments would be beneficial to him.
Just as an example, my mother in law has a Silky Terrier who has had terrible arthritis for years, she started on a Mussle Extract powder added to her food and it greatly improved her quality of life, she no longer mopes around in pain, she is a happy bouncy 13 year old.

Obviously some dogs are just nearing the end of their life and seem to give up, or are just too ill to carry on so bear that I mind, but it is worth exploring all possibilities first.

agrees: I think it is HIS dog -- "to an aging dog friend of mine. "

Oh, sorry I completely read that wrong.
I read it as "A friend of mine's dog"
Apologies.

and tommorrow i will post the symptoms. Again. NO excuses but it has been a very long and confusing first day here.:confused:

Over a week later and I don't see any symptoms listed.
Did I miss something?

Hmmm hopefully that means the dog is all better...

Or more likely just forgot to come back :(