| Hi Michael, yes we've been there..done that. Not much fun for anybody. Do you feed BARF? This problem started before we began feeding Barf and obviously it's not working 100% because she's had symptoms twice in the last 3 yrs.The swelling occurs now on only one side. The vet managed to get the other side cleaned out well enough that it hasn't given her any trouble. If you could get him to clean them out regularly when they're not swollen it will be far less painful for the both of you and maybe the cycle will stop. The old " a stitch in time saves nine" theory. You can do it your self if you have the stomach for it. Just don't try it while she's tender. I wish I could do more to help you. We decided to talk to more than one vet before we made any major decisions..like surgery. We live in a rural area and I would have chosen someone other than the local vet for any treatment other than the digital cleaning you described.
Maybe someone else on the forum will have some information. You might even check the holistic sites. If I can find anything else I'll let you go. Again..good luck.
Bennie Sue  |