Kia had a seizure

[ramanth]

Roughly 10 minutes away Sara.

[lynnestankard]

Oh Kim - please don't blame yourself sweetheart - remember things happen. I'm keeping you and precious Kia in my thoughts and a bit like our 'famous prayer pups' have lit a candle - all thoughts and love across the miles.

Lynne

[gini]

Please don't blame yourself. In fact, I am really wondering why this medication is still on the market and available, if it is known there are serious side effects.

For me, I think I would want to know that Kia is 100% out of the woods before I brought her home.

But that is just my opinion and you will know exactly what to do when you see her.

[mugsy]

Kim,

The letter is written to the concerned vet and a rather pointed letter has been written and sent to ProHeart6. I wasn't very nice (imagine that).

Molly

Kim is bringing her home. She isn't very far from the vet. I think that is the best for Kia. I am wondering if some of the diahhrea isn't being caused by the stress of being in an unfamiliar place and not feeling well and not having Mommy around.

Best of luck Kim...call us when you know something.

[Cincy'sMom]

I can't believe I am just finding out about this...I didn't get on PT last night, and my mom called me a little bit ago at work to tell me.

You and Kia will be in our prayers. I'm sure Kia will recover wuickly, she is a strong healthy girl. And as everyone else has said, don't blame yourself. Medicines/vacations can be such a life saving thing that is hard to remember that there can be side effects or a downside. You had no way of knowing this would happne and you were doing what was best for your baby...making sure she didn't get heartworm.

Try to stay positive...you were there when it happened, you got her treatment quickly and you are close to MSU. Their vet programs is one of the best. I'm sure Kia is getting the best care possible.

[lizbud]

Kim,

I'm so sorry to hear the news about Kia. I've just read your
last update & sounds like the Vets are getting this under control.
As to bringing her home today, I would leave that up to the Dr.
If they feel she would benefit from another 24 hrs of monitoring,
I'd leave her where she is. Hard to do, I know, but if they think
it best, I'd do it. Did they say anything about possible after
effects with Kia ? Prayers & hugs going out to you both. Liz.

[wolflady]

Originally posted by lizbud
Kim,

I'm so sorry to hear the news about Kia. I've just read your
last update & sounds like the Vets are getting this under control.
As to bringing her home today, I would leave that up to the Dr.
If they feel she would benefit from another 24 hrs of monitoring,
I'd leave her where she is. Hard to do, I know, but if they think
it best, I'd do it. Did they say anything about possible after
effects with Kia ? Prayers & hugs going out to you both. Liz.

OMG! I just found this and I wanted to add that you and Kia are in my prayers too!! I agree with lizbud. I think if the Dr. feels that it would be better to monitor Kia for another 24 hours, then I would do it. I know this is going to be a huge financial burden to you, but sometimes we just have to take that as it comes, because our pets are our kids to most of us here. Everything has a way of working out, and I'm positive you'll manage, especially with the help of all your wonderful friends, both PT and non.

Please, please please don't blame yourself!! I found myself doing the same thing when my Marius had an adverse reaction to routine shots, and started vomiting blood. I have actually been so scared to take him back, but since he's an indoor cat, it's easier for me to do that. With dogs, it's a bit more difficult because they do get more outside time. You were being a good dog mommy and making sure Kia was vaccinated and guarded against the dreaded heartworm. I would have never imagined something like this happening either. Don't blame yourself. Kia knows you love her very much, and I'm sure she'll pull through ok. She's a strong girl, and a fighter. Many prayers are coming to you and Kia during this difficult time.

**hugs**
Karen

[Fett]

Mugsy, I wonder if Kim can get ProHeart6 to help pay for the mega-huge sized bill they caused with their product, having to take Kia to a specialty place to get worked on and all.

Since they DID admit to the vet the problems the meds could have are the exact same problems Kia is having right after getting a clean bill of health from her normal vet. She gets the preventitive shot and BAM.....she's down for the count. That vets testimony would hold up against ProHeart6 I'd say.

[MaxandSpike'sMom]

I am so sorry to hear about your news!
I haven't been on much lately!

You are Kia are in our thoughts and prayers. Please don't blame yourself, from what I read you were great in the way you handled the situation. I'm not sure I could have done what you did.

Please keep us updated and we will keep you and Kia in our thoughts and prayers.

[ParNone]

Hi ramanth,

Boy, this sure hasn't been a good week for pettalk puppers,
but you reacted way better than me in a crisis.
Glad to hear that it looks like Kia will be okay and I'll send
some positive vibes her way.

Par...

[Logan]

Originally posted by gini
Please don't blame yourself. In fact, I am really wondering why this medication is still on the market and available, if it is known there are serious side effects.

For me, I think I would want to know that Kia is 100% out of the woods before I brought her home.

But that is just my opinion and you will know exactly what to do when you see her.

I agree 100%, Gini. I think it is time for it to be pulled, even if there are dogs who handle it fine. Who is to know when it might affect theirs?? And now I'm wondering if there are any cases where a dog went for a second, third, etc shot and had the ill effects, after tolerating it the first time. There is no telling. I'm just glad that it seems that Kia is going to be ok. Praise God for that!!!

Here are a couple of articles that were shared on another community regarding Pro Heart 6:

http://concernedvet.netfirms.com/index.html

http://www.srdogs.com/Pages/news.sept.2.html#Proheart6

[primabella]

I hope that Kia makes it through alright. Some prayers are being sent her way. Just remember to be positive and don't blame yourself!!!

[momoffuzzyfaces]

Lots of prayers are on the way for you both!

[bnormal]

So sorry to hear...Unfortunately I am not in a position to help you financially. My prayers are with you and Kia.

[Fett]

*KIA UPDATE!!!*

Kim just called and said she's with Kia right now at MSU. They said the reason it's so expensive is they have her on constant IV drip to get fluids into her system, and that has to be monitored by the nurses continuously. They said if she took her home, to cook her boiled rice and cottage cheese with a little water to continue to give fluids into her system.

They said if she took her out right now, it'll be $900. If Kia stays another night, it'll be another $300-500.