[ruthie14]

Originally Posted by lusciouskiwi

So sorry you're having problems with your baby. I adopted mine almost 5 years ago. She's approximately 12 but hard to tell because her teeth are in good condition (yeah, that's strange that it's difficult to tell because her teeth are in GOOD condition) - anyhooo - she suffers dreadfully with her skin here in Malaysia. The vet said NO beef, pork, chicken (can't remember if that includes duck). Those are the most allergenic. Have you tried your baby on lamb or salmon? My darling has cataracts as well and I can't walk her off the leash anymore.

My Mom took Bella to the vet today. Gave her medicine for arthritis...says her knee cap keeps slipping in and out..may need surgery in the future. Said it's hard to tell her age because her teeth are in such good shape (sound familiar) but that she is definately older than 5, but also said younger dogs can get cataracts.. Who knew? So we are guessing she is about 9. She also had an ear infection that was giving her a tiny fever... so medicine for that as well. Poor girl, she won't go out in the dark in the backyard to do her business by herself anymore. Dr. said that was bc of her cataracts as well. Poor baby, hoping her ears clear up soon!

Me, I'm taking my meds and my stomach is still hurting.. urggg. Can't wait to see the dr to find out what exactly is going on. OH well, down 15lbs since the end of August... that's my silver lining!!! lolol.

ttyl,

Ruthie