Gissi
By Gabs
@gabs8513 (48686)
United Kingdom
September 27, 2008 4:30am CST
I have a bit of bad News on my Gissi
I had to take him to the Vet 2 Days ago as he was very sick with his Anal Glance and Skin Condition he was not eating and all he wanted was sit on my Lap and have his skin rubbed by me
Well the Vet emptied the Glance, gave him an Injection to settle the Skin and checked on Fleas
He had none. I then mentioned to the Vet about the Fits he has now and again and how he breathes most of the time, so the Vet checked him over, he checked Gissi's Heart first and had to look no further, he asked me if I knew that Gissi had a Heart Murmur, I didn't know and I was shocked.
So now I know what the Fits are that he has, he only has them now and again so the Vet said that he is ok for now but if he gets them every Day I am to take him in fast as he will need to go on Medication because his Heart is failing
Well at least now I know what I am dealing with
He is still the same old Gissi lol as you can see on the Avatar he got caught by me on the Laptop
If your Pet starts having like a coughing and choking Fit and choking as though trying to bring up Flem please take it to the Vet as that is a sign of Problems with their Heart
But I just want to say that Gissi is ok and of course I will make sure that he will live a full Life
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15 responses
@cortjo73 (6498)
• United States
27 Sep 08
I am sorry to hear about Gissi's heart murmur. But, I am glad to know that he will be ok. Thank you for the helpful info too. That may be helpful in the future.
You are a very good Mommy for getting down to the bottom of what was wrong with Gissi. Gissi is very lucky to have you as his Mommy.
Give Gissi a hug for me!
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@cortjo73 (6498)
• United States
27 Sep 08
It is good that you informed people. I have had dogs all my life to and never knew that. I have a heart murmur as well so, while I don't know if the same kind of symptoms translate to humans as dogs, it could be good knowledge for me as well.
And, I have 3 cats and a dog so, I will keep my eyes and ears open for such behavior. To my knowledge, none of them have heart murmurs. Their vet always listens to their hearts when we take them in for their annual checkups and they always give them all good grades on their report cards as far as their hearts are involved.
So, it is really good that you shared this with everyone. Thank you!
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@KrazyKlingon (5005)
• United States
27 Sep 08
You mentioned his age at one time, but it was long enough that I forgot. Back about 30 years ago (1977) when this doggie was ready, my parents & I had adopted one of the puppies, & he lived until 1992. I have heard it being said that was a long life for a doggie.
I am thinking you've better go get cookie so she can keep an eye on him. 
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@heavenschild (4777)
• Canada
28 Sep 08
My Grandparents had a dog that lived a wonderful life for eighteen years!
~Heavens~
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@blackbriar (9076)
• United States
27 Sep 08
Poor Gissi. Wish he didn't have the heart murmur but least now you know and don't have to keep wondering. He may live a fulfilling life regardless. Give him a great big hug and kiss for me, Gabs. Let him know we are all praying for him. (((((((BIG HUGS))))))
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@worldwise1 (14885)
• United States
27 Sep 08
Rest assured,gabs, that I am sending healing thoughts Gissis way. I know how much you love the little fellow.
The good thing is that modern medicine can do wonders to help maintain a relatively normal lifestyle for both humans and animals with congenital conditions such as this. I truly hope that your Gissi will be around for many years to come.
The good thing is that modern medicine can do wonders to help maintain a relatively normal lifestyle for both humans and animals with congenital conditions such as this. I truly hope that your Gissi will be around for many years to come.
@jillhill (37354)
• United States
27 Sep 08
It's nice to see you here again gabs....but sorry about Gissi's heart problem. My dog had asthma....and when I would walk him I had to be careful that I didn't take him places where the could have a reaction to pollen etc! Like you said though...at least you know what you are up against!
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@gabs8513 (48686)
• United Kingdom
28 Sep 08
Well I thought that is what Gissi had at first but when I told the Vet the Symptoms he checked Gissi's Heart which my Daughter always said was not beating normal as she called it lol and he told me the Problem, where the ones in the past used to say it is a cough
It is awful when it happens he is really coughing, trying to breathe and then he starts choking really bad as though something is stuck in his Throat
I am glad to be back with my good Friends
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@MOMMASAM (1004)
• United States
29 Sep 08
i am glad to see you once again, gabs.
i am also very glad to hear there is nothing terribly, terribly
wrong with gissi.
you are correct, a heart murmur needs monitored, however, a
pet can live a long, very loved and spoiled life with one.
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@Alexandria37 (5717)
• Ireland
27 Sep 08
gabs, I am delighted to see that you are back again and I hope you are feeling a lot better. I thought the worse when I started reading this topic about Gissi and I was so glad when I got to the end and found that he was ok. Such a relief! Well, it is good to see that you are both doing well and also that you are back posting again.
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@gabs8513 (48686)
• United Kingdom
27 Sep 08
Hey Alex well I did say I would stay away for a while and see how I feel but I have to many good Friends here that I have missed so decided to come back but will only have my closest Friends on my List
I am more here for my Friends that I have missed then anything else
Yes Gissi will be fine
Big Hugs to you
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@royal52gens (5488)
• United States
3 Oct 08
It is good to know that Gissi is doing much better now. Yes, the vets are good for helping our pets. Our local vet is wonderful with Lizzie and Gizmo. He is so patient and tender. He takes his time and talks to them a lot.
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@byfaithonly (10698)
• United States
27 Sep 08
Oh goodness, I'm sorry to hear little Gissi hasn't been doing well but so very pleased he's Ok. Although sure he didn't like his trip to the vet to horribly much. Nice to see you back but must admit I'm not here much due to living conditions and all but still learking in the back ground. Give Gissi a hug from Auntie Faith and sending one your way also.
@gabs8513 (48686)
• United Kingdom
27 Sep 08
I will not be here much either Faith but I missed my close Friends here so I am back but only with close Friends List now
He will be ok I will make sure of that lol
He actually liked this Vet and also I was allowed to stay with him so he was being hugged and talked to from me so he was actually good lol
Good to see you my Friend
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@abbey19 (3106)
• Gold Coast, Australia
28 Sep 08
It's so nice to see you back here again gabs, we missed you!
I had a dog once who had a heart murmur, but she lived till she was 12, so I wouldn't worry unnecessarily about it. Just make sure Gissi doesn't get over- excited, and he should be fine, especially under your TLC!
Welcome back my friend!
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@gabs8513 (48686)
• United Kingdom
28 Sep 08
Lol Abby I have tried to stop him going mad and once he starts he will not stop lol till I pick him up and tell him enough but I have to hold him till he is calm because as soon as I put him down again he goes again lol
But when he starts coughing then yes he does get calmer
It is good to be back here
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@someonesmom (5761)
• Canada
28 Sep 08
Hi gabs,
It's wonderful to see your discussion pop up in my in box again. I am very sorry to hear about Gissi, but am glad the vet was able to relieve the symptoms. It's good that you know about the heart murmur now, as you'll know exactly what's causing the problem, if and when it occurs. To me, Gissi is full of spunk, and is always ready to get into mischief, which means he's definitely living a full life. I trust he'll be with you for many wonderful years to come. Take care. Love, and Big Hugs to you.
It's wonderful to see your discussion pop up in my in box again. I am very sorry to hear about Gissi, but am glad the vet was able to relieve the symptoms. It's good that you know about the heart murmur now, as you'll know exactly what's causing the problem, if and when it occurs. To me, Gissi is full of spunk, and is always ready to get into mischief, which means he's definitely living a full life. I trust he'll be with you for many wonderful years to come. Take care. Love, and Big Hugs to you. 1 person likes this
@gabs8513 (48686)
• United Kingdom
28 Sep 08
Hi there Mom it is good to be here among all of you
And yes the little Devil is full of it lol and there is no way is he leaving me before he has lived his full Life lol
Last Night he tried to take on 2 Boxer Dogs lol I am sure he does not know that he is a lot smaller then them lol Love and loads of Hugs to you
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@someonesmom (5761)
• Canada
29 Sep 08
It sounds like he was able to hold his own, against the boxers. 
He's one little guy who really gets the most out of life. Love and Hugs to you too.
He's one little guy who really gets the most out of life. Love and Hugs to you too.1 person likes this
@heavenschild (4777)
• Canada
28 Sep 08
Dear Gabs!
So sorry to hear of Gissi but I know it will be a relief to you to know the cause of this and you can get him the help he needs!
For me, it has been a kind of somber day...for obvious reasons and so I have not really been around here as I have been spending extra time with my son!
I do hope Gissi is feeling better now and you as well!
Love and Hugs!
~Heavens~
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@pyewacket (43903)
• United States
1 Oct 08
Hi gabs..sorry I'm late in responding to this. Oh, I'm sorry to hear that Gissi hasn't been doing to well and you now found out he has a heart murmur. But I'm sure his mum will take care of him. Mmmm...be careful about letting Gissi to near your laptop...not only might he sneak on to write to us, but he might want to order some special treats...LOL
Glad to see you back again gabs
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@gabs8513 (48686)
• United Kingdom
1 Oct 08
Hey there lol well I don't know how long I am staying I am keeping my eyes open and try not to read between the Lines on a comment I got today in one Discussion or should I say Gissi got lol
Believe me I am watching him very closely lol and I am hiding my Card
Good to be back Pye
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@margerydaw14 (735)
•
28 Sep 08
hi Gabs
glad to see you back again, i'm sorry i was deleted off your friends list, but i think you were feeling down and needed to know who your real friends were as things were difficult for you. i am glad to see you have lots of friends again on your site. thats really good. Anyway i just want to say, i am really sorry about Gissi. i only met him once but he was a real little dear and i can see by all your posts and on gissi's site, that you and he are really inseparable. i have a dog and cats too, i would be devastated if any thing happened to any of them. so i know how you are feeling. but truly, my old poodle had a heart murmer for years and he lived until 19. Sadly i had to have him put to sleep as he had 2 tumours, one on his neck and one at the base of his tail. the vet said he had gone through old age and out the other side!! so a long and happy and very content life for your gissi. with the good care and love may he go on for ever. i miss seeing his posts on mylot. hope he feels up to putting his paws on the keys very soon!
@gabs8513 (48686)
• United Kingdom
29 Sep 08
Hey Margery of course I want you back on my List I just had not got round to everyone I wanted back on there and I still haven't lol but of course you are one of the People I want back on
As for the little Fellow I will make sure he lives his year I am glad that I know now what I am dealing with and yes you did meet him lol I do remember certainly how much he embarrassed me that Night lol
He is still very clingy but he has back up to his Mischief lol and no doubt he will be putting his version in here
Hugs
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