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    sharronhurlbut
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    I would hold back on shots/flea treatments until she has a week or so to settle, re the ton of shots she had at the shelter.
    Many basenjis have awful reactions to heavy shot combos…and I don't even give my b's shots now..except for rabies have to by law, but have the blood titered so it shows me the antibodies are still good.
    brescue@wavecable.com is my e-mail address if you want to send a photo.
    I would love to see her.

    Sharron Hurlbut

    BRAT, basenji rescue

    Evergreen basenji club

    Seattle Purebred Dog Rescue

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      nomrbddgs
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      I agree with Sharon. Too many chemicals with B's don't mix well-she's been given a lot. Shots at SPCA, shots at the vet, intercept and frontline as well as antibiotics and Fortiflora? Seems an awful lot to me within a couple of weeks. Especially as she is thin as well.

      Arlene, the Basenji Brats with the Boxenji![](images/smilies/biggrin.png "Big Grin")

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        Yes that is me (liberty township)… I was told by the vet that she had to have the booster for the one shot today. ( I think it was a combo too):( She didn't like that. I am holding off on the rabies for a few weeks. She would not eat her food with the Fortiflora, so there's $24.00 gone. hahaha... and the Frontline as well as the Intercept I already bought today. Can I return them, you think? They were so expensive. Either way, I'm worried about giving them to her now. She seems very sick right now. She had a fever today. My sister in law has a Canine Unit here in OH and I know she uses the 2 products on him. I just give them to her.

        Another question... How long does this Kennel Cough last?

        Sally Jo's Mommy!![](images/smilies/smile.png "Smile")

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          sharronhurlbut
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          frontline is the flea treatments Yes?
          Can't you keep them and use them later on??
          I would do a very high quality mild food…chicken and rice and I would buy organic..Paul Newmans is what I feed my b's.
          This poor girl...
          Seems to me kennel coughs can last for a few weeks...but I could be wrong there.
          Lucky she has you to tend her.

          Sharron Hurlbut

          BRAT, basenji rescue

          Evergreen basenji club

          Seattle Purebred Dog Rescue

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            I just wanted to add one more thing. Why wouldn't the vet tell me how bad my Sally would feel? I feel kinda like I was there to just buy more stuff. (Meds) But when I asked about her diet she looked at me like I had a third eye. I was asked …well what is she eating right now. Did she not read the chart before she came in?! I listed that I had nutrition concerns primarily do too her low weight. Ugh! The more I read about her breed, the more I wish she knew as much as I found out in one day.( the vet) Chemicals Don't mix well with a B, much less a sick one.

            O-well, moving on and I'm glad I found this site. Now I need to find a vet that cares to help her not just sell me products. Which I don't mind buying if she needs them.

            Sally Jo's Mommy!![](images/smilies/smile.png "Smile")

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              massagemom3
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              Read your post after I posted… I will do that. I going to hit the sack early with Sally, what a snuggle bunny. We just took a shower while she laid there . The steam really made her cough up some good stuff afterward ,and now she is sleeping. Time for some puppy luv. LOL

              Thanks for ALL of your help!

              Sally Jo's Mommy!![](images/smilies/smile.png "Smile")

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                @massagemom3:

                I just wanted to add one more thing. Why wouldn't the vet tell me how bad my Sally would feel? I feel kinda like I was there to just buy more stuff. (Meds) But when I asked about her diet she looked at me like I had a third eye. .

                The following I am telling you with the disclaimer I have not worked in a vet practice for several years. But this is what I remember.

                The vet probably had no idea how your dog would react. My guess is she may not have experience with basenji's anyway. Other sight hounds react similar but who knows.

                Kennel Cough will last about 3 weeks. There is no cure. Only preventative and maintainance. The constant coughing can be making her vomit and her stomach upset. I think some chicken and rice would be good in small amounts.

                Vets are rarely trained in diets. They have no clue. And I see how you could feel steamrolled into buying all those products. If it is an issue financially, you can take them back and buy them later. You also don't have to buy them there. I really like the Merrick brand. We mix it with Iams so we are not forking out a fortune. the dogs love it!

                Sounds like your little girl is very lucky to have found you!!

                Jennifer

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                  dash
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                  @sharronhurlbut:

                  I would hold back on shots/flea treatments until she has a week or so to settle, re the ton of shots she had at the shelter.
                  Many basenjis have awful reactions to heavy shot combos…and I don't even give my b's shots now..except for rabies have to by law, but have the blood titered so it shows me the antibodies are still good.
                  brescue@wavecable.com is my e-mail address if you want to send a photo.
                  I would love to see her.

                  Its funny, I remember reading how we over vaccinate our animals. This titer is an excellent idea. I do not vaccinate my cats since they are indoor except the occasional stroll in the fenced in yard. I think I will run the titer for the dogs. I hate giving meds that are not neccesary.

                  Jennifer

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                    MaxBooBooBear
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                    I've never heard of having the blood titered. How does that work?

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                      Sally is feeling better today, so I do feel it was a combo of the shot and the kennel cough. She is still coughing but not as much, and ate this morning. Still hasn't had a BM for over a day now. Which is funny becasue she had loose ones before the visit. Gave her an "abdo" massage to try and help her have one, but no go. She enjoyed it though. Made a lot of grunting noice and sighs. She also fell asleep. She is urinating. The rain was a problem at first but now has stopped, so maybe later we will try again.(BM) She did take in the 3v omega oil on a treat. Still no FF though. I will be returning that. Gave her yogurt instead. 1/2 teaspoon on food.

                      She is now starting to liven up personality wise. She wanted to play this morning. Nothing big but she got down low and ran in cirlces, then waited for me to do the same.

                      She has learned 2 commands too. Place and sit & wait. We taught her leave it and take it when it comes to food on Sunday. Such a smarty! Thanks for your replies!

                      Sally Jo's Mommy!![](images/smilies/smile.png "Smile")

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                        I would try to find a vet that is interested in learning about B's or know's about B's. It took me a while to find a vet that would listen to ME and not the average shoot em up/shove it down mentality.

                        Try a warm bath for the BM. As for the frontline and intercept they should be able to be held off. I don't use flea med-my B's don't tend to get fleas. If it's for the heart worm only wait a few days til she feels better and then give it to her if you need to use it where you are. I know here we only use it til November.

                        If you want a basic food, as Sharon said-chicken and rice is the easiest on the tummy. You may want to make your own for the moment-boiled chicken and rice.

                        Arlene

                        Arlene, the Basenji Brats with the Boxenji![](images/smilies/biggrin.png "Big Grin")

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