Posts made by Dave

Our 6 Yr old female basenji has started biting at the air as if there are flies around her, although this is not the case. She can exhibit this behavior several times a day, lasting from a few seconds to several minutes. has anybody out there had this happen? This seems to be getting progressively more frequent.

Does anybody have any info on an eye condition known as Y-Suture? The puppy we are considering has this condition at 6 weeks but does not have PPM.

Yes thank you, We have heard from a friend about the meds. Seeing the vet again monday. Have managed to hold her in my lap and keep her calm for the past ten minutes. that might be a record.

Our Basenji is 15 years old and our vet has diagnosed her with pancreatitus. She has started to wander around the house continually and stand in the corner for a minute or two before continuing to wander again. She is eating and drinking fairly well. Has anybody seen this wandering before? Dave

Thank you for the reply, Were off to see the vet this Mon. just as a precaution and to gain more info. Doesn't seem to stop our B' from chasing squirrels in the back yard but we've got to take care of our baby, you know? I've read alot of the health care posts and some sounded similar regarding bronchitis. I'll mention this info to the doc. Dave

Our basenji, occassionally starts "hacking" or almost a cough, like she is trying to clear her throat. Obviously she has been to the vet who suggested it might be Laryngeal Paralysis, a condition were her larnex muscles can restrict her breathing. She is almost 13 years and otherwise in excellent health. has anybody else experienced this in basenjis? Its not common in our breed according to the vet.