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Thyroid testing

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  • nobarkusN

    My 14 year old Nika has been having some issues. When I took her to the vet her blood test showed the T4 thyroid was low. Years ago I had her tested and she was normal. I had forgotten about the thyroid being a problem. There are a number of issues and problems that can come up as a result of hypothyrodism. Please see this link:
    http://www.apubasenjis.com/bhealth.html
    If you suspect your senji to have any of the problems listed get them tested.
    My Red and White had low thyroid as well. He was very aggressive in behavior.

    Buddy, Paolo and Dan

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  • sekoS

    Very good link, thank you for sharing it :cool:

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