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<DIV>I first knew that there was something wrong with my Blueberry when I
noticed a change in her breath -- it smelled metallic. I immediately
brought her to the vet. As you all know, she was diagnosed immediately
with renal failure and we fought for two months to save her, and couldn't.</DIV>
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<DIV>But my vet said that it was really good that I was always watching her for
any changes. If it had been something else, early diagnosis might have
saved her.</DIV>
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<DIV>She gave me a list of signs of dog illness that everyone should be
aware of (don't just blame changes on "getting older"):</DIV>
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<DIV>1. Lack of appetite.</DIV>
<DIV>2. Less active. </DIV>
<DIV>3. Weakness. </DIV>
<DIV>4. Lethargy.</DIV>
<DIV>5. Weight loss.</DIV>
<DIV>6. Drinking more water.</DIV>
<DIV>7. Change in coat (dull, lusterless).</DIV>
<DIV>8. Bad breath.</DIV>
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<DIV>Hugs to all the furbabies,</DIV>
<DIV>Beth (Duchess ATB and Blueberry ATB)</DIV>
<DIV><FONT lang=0 face=Arial size=3 FAMILY="SANSSERIF"
PTSIZE="12"><I>---------------------------------------<BR>For Duchess and
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my heart that will always remain." <BR>-- Tibetan Proverb from Prayers on the
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