{"product_id":"sushi","title":"hi my name is Sushi","description":"\u003csection id=\"heroSingle\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"heroHeading\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wrap\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"byline\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYorkshire Terrier\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFemale\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4.2 LBS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 4\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e yrs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eadoption fee:\u003c\/strong\u003e $400\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cpicture class=\"rescueMain\" decoding=\"async\"\u003e\u003c\/picture\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"byline\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"post\" class=\"rescue\" role=\"region\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wrap\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"table\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"bio styles\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ea little about me\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e6\/4\/26 - Medical Update\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAfter being take off meds Sushi again experienced an increase in neck pain and several episodes of discomfort. After evaluation, our veterinarian believes her symptoms may be related either to a flare of her Caudal Occipital Malformation (COMS) or to cervical disc disease (IVDD). At this time, it is impossible to determine the exact cause without advanced imaging.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSushi's gabapentin dosage has been increased, and she has started a one-month course of Metacam to help control her pain and inflammation. We will monitor her response closely over the coming weeks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhile a neurological consultation and MRI may be needed in the future, Sushi has a history of complications associated with anesthesia due to her underlying medical conditions. Because of this, our veterinarian feels it is reasonable to pursue medical management first and assess her response before considering more advanced diagnostics.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDespite these recent challenges, Sushi remains her sweet, spirited little self and is surrounded by love and excellent care. We will continue to provide updates as we learn more.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3\/1\/26 - Medical Update\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSushi, our brave little girl with Caudal Occipital Malformation (COMS) and epilepsy, recently experienced a sudden episode of significant neck pain. After evaluation, our veterinarian believes this was likely a flare related to her COMS.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShe received a dexamethasone injection for immediate relief, her gabapentin dosage has been temporarily increased, and she has begun a two-week course of prednisone. We will reassess her condition once the medication course is complete.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt this time, it is unclear whether this episode represents a temporary flare or progression of her condition. For now, Sushi is resting comfortably and responding to treatment. We will continue to monitor her closely and provide updates as we learn more.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs always, she is surrounded by love and receiving the best care possible.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e11-13-25 - Sushi's GI issues thankfully, have resolved. Just a reminder about Sushi\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShe must remain on her medications around the clock.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeppra every 8 hours.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGabapentin every 8 hours\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOmeprazole every 12 hours\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShe is no longer on prescription food.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHer medical diagnosis:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1. presumed microvascular dysplasia\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2. caudal occipital malformation (COMS) and associated congenital issues\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3. epilepsy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4. possible movement disorder\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSushi is a happy, social pup! Due to her medical issues and size, she is not available to a home with young children. Sushi is a happy pup and loves to play with her foster siblings. Her future home should have at least one other young, small pup that loves to play!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSushi would do best with a stay at home caretaker. She also loves her foster siblings and would love to have another companion or two. She sleeps on a pillow next to her foster mom but also cuddled up with another foster pup. Because she has been with us for some time, we do want to do a local, slow adoption so that the adjustment will be easier for her.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShe is located in Kemah, TX.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShe is coming along in the housebreaking department, but does have some accidents.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShe loves to cuddle at night with her human.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is advised that her adoptive home have access to, not only regular veterinary care, but also a neurologists and vet dentist. She has twice had issues with seizures after being anesthetized so special care must be taken.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSushi's medical\/neurological conditions are not \"curable\" but are \"treatable\". She should be fine as long as her meds are continued. She does have occasional yelping episodes which may be related to fluid on her brain, or the fact she is a bit of a drama queen. Difficult to determine but thankfully they are short lived.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1\/20\/25 - Sushi has had some issues with her bowels that we are trying to manage. Nothing alarming....just disturbing for her. She gets very upset when things are even a bit out of kilter. She thankfully has not had any recent neurological issues.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e8\/8\/2024\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e– Sushi has been feeling unwell lately due to some gastrointestinal issues. She’s managing okay but will need her labs repeated in 10 days. We are hopeful for an improvement in her numbers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e11\/18\/2023\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e– Sushi underwent a dental procedure on 11\/9. To our surprise, she lost 11 teeth. We were aware she might lose her incisors, but several molars also had issues. Thankfully, she has been seizure-free since then, and we believe we know how to proceed for any future anesthetic procedures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e11\/9\/2023\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e– Sushi’s dental appointment is set for tomorrow. We appreciate your positive thoughts and prayers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e10\/9\/2023\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e– Sushi’s veterinarian has been consulting with various specialists, including her neurologist and anesthesiologists, regarding anesthesia for her upcoming dental procedure. She has undergone anesthesia four times, and each time she experienced seizures within 48 hours post-procedure, becoming increasingly severe, with an ICU stay in 2022.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe consensus is that the seizures may be due to her hydrocephalus or possibly hepatic microdysplasia, not attributed to COMS. To mitigate the risk, her Gabapentin and Keppra dosages will be increased for two days before and continue for two days after her dental procedure. Adjustments will also be made to her pre-anesthesia medications. Additionally, she will have two extra medications at home for potential issues: Trazodone for anxiety and Chlorazepate for seizures. We’ll provide an update once her dental date is confirmed, and we would greatly appreciate prayers and good thoughts for Miss Sushi. Although we’d like to avoid this procedure, it is necessary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3\/16\/2023\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e– Sushi recently started exhibiting neurological symptoms accompanied by painful yelping. Thankfully, after doubling her Gabapentin dose, she has shown improvement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHer previous post outlines her medical issues and the care she requires.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e12\/8\/2022\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e– Sushi is doing well, but she needs to remain on her medications around the clock:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeppra every 8 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGabapentin every 8 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOmeprazole every 12 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShe is no longer on prescription food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHer medical diagnoses include:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePresumed microvascular dysplasia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCaudal occipital malformation (COMS) with associated congenital issues\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEpilepsy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePossible movement disorder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSushi is a happy, social pup! Due to her medical conditions and size, she is not suitable for a home with young children. She enjoys playing with her foster siblings and loves to cuddle at night with her human.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHer future home should ideally include at least one other young, small dog that loves to play. She is making progress with housebreaking but may have some accidents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is important that her adoptive home has access to regular veterinary care, as well as a neurologist and veterinary dentist. Given her history of seizures following anesthesia, special care must be taken.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSushi’s medical and neurological conditions are not “curable” but are “treatable.” As long as she continues her medication, she should be fine. Occasionally, she experiences yelping episodes that may relate to fluid on her brain or her dramatic personality—it’s tough to tell, though they are usually brief.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e9\/1\/2022\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e– Sushi had an MRI on August 29, and a spinal tap was also performed. She was discharged later that day and is doing well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHer diagnosis includes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuspect paroxysmal dyskinesia (unclassified movement disorder)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuspect idiopathic epilepsy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCaudal occipital malformation with mild ventriculomegaly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHer medications have been adjusted, and she has been placed on a prescription diet—Royal Canin Hydrolyzed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe are incredibly grateful for your donations and the loving messages we have received for Sushi.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e8\/27\/2022\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e– Sushi began showing neurological issues and, despite increased medication, started having heightened seizures. By the evening, it escalated into an emergency, necessitating hospitalization at the Specialty Hospital. She will remain under close monitoring and medication until at least Monday, 8\/29\/22, when she will be transferred to the neurological service within the hospital. She is in good hands at the same facility that initially diagnosed her with epilepsy and COMS.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1\/6\/2022\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e– Sushi is a happy pup who adores playing with her foster siblings. Her future home should have at least one other young, small dog that enjoys playtime. She is progressing with housebreaking but still has occasional accidents. Sushi loves to cuddle at night.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHaving been evaluated by the neurologist in November, her medications remain the same. 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