New with questions

[Jessowens]

Hi All
I am a foster carer for a maltese with cushings.
Can you give me some tips on how I can best help her. She is on 30mg Vetoryl per day and herr last carer gave her half a milk thistle tab per day.
What else can I do to help her? Food etc? I have her on a grain free

[Spencersmom]

Welcome to the forum! There will be plenty of well advised & experienced help joining in. You need to post any test results or info you have regarding the diagnosis.....you will be asked! Lol

No better source for info & support can be found, anywhere! We are one big family!

[Harley PoMMom]

Hi and welcome to you both!

Cushing's is not a death sentence for a dog. Cushing's is a treatable disease but success in treatment does depend on a few things; keen owner observation, a pet parent willing to educate themselves about Cushing's, and a vet/IMS that has experience treating Cushing's and is knowledgeable about the protocols for Cushing's.

Cushing's is one the most difficult diseases to get a confirmed diagnosis for, and unfortunately it is often misdiagnosed. Other non-adrenal illnesses, such as diabetes and any thyroid issue, share some of the same symptoms and should be ruled out.

Getting copies of all test/s and posting the results here along with the reference ranges and units of measurement would be great. We only need the abnormal values, e.g....ALT 150 U/L (5-50)...thanks! We are especially interested in the results of all tests for Cushing's. How much does your girl weigh? Does she have any other health issues? Is she taking any herbs/supplements/medications? When was her most recent ACTH stimulation test? Is her Vetoryl being given with food?

I'm including some links to our Resource Thread where you will find tons of information regarding Cushing's, please feel free to print anything out: Helpful Resources for Owners of Cushing's Dogs (http://www.cushings.com/forum/forumdisplay.php?f=10) If you have any questions please do not hesitate to ask them.

Hugs, Lori