[Dailydrool] Update on Barney Boy

[Esther Strom]

Renee,

Waldo does this every few months. It started a couple of years ago, and since the vet has never seen it happen, he can't really diagnose it. However, he says it sounds like a sudden blood pressure crash. Waldo will sometimes lose control of his urine and bowels when it happens. But he's always back up and around in less than 24 hours. Given his age (14) and otherwise generally stable health, we're reluctant to subject him to tons of testing.

Good luck with Barney; I hope this is a one-time deal for him. Even though I'm now familiar with the symptoms, it's still scary every time it happens.
 
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Esther Strom
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WEll here we are about4 hours later and the boy ate his food, drank water and even impressed up by getting himself up and staggering out the doggie door to potty.  He came back in on his own but is still a bit wobbly on his back legs.  He is now on his bed sleeping soundly.  We are not sure what is going on here but hope he continues to improve.  The vet will be called first thing in the morning. Thanks for all drool being sent our way.
Renee