I am so glad they found out what was wrong with your little girl. It sounds like an easy fix. I had never heard of a hermaphrodite dog before, how interesting. If you feel like posting the lab results, I'm a retired nurse, I may be able to read them for you.
Amberleah going MSU tomarrow
We have to leave about 7:30 am to Michigan State University veterinarian hospital. See what wrong with her, I pray it is not serious and easy fix. Not sure if we will have to stay over night, if not when we get home that night I let you know, If you don't hear from me we had to stay over night. My husband is going to try to get his old lap top up and running so I have PC if I need to stay over.
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Biochemistry profile:
Hemolysis Normal [Normal]
Lipemia Normal [Normal]
Icterus Normal [Normal]
Tot Protein 6.7 [6.0-7.4] g/dL
RBC 8.20 H [6.10-8.10] x10.e6/uL
Hgb 18.7 [14.0-19.3] g/dL
Hct 54.3 [41.0-55.0] %
HCT Spun 55 [40-55] %
MCV 66.2 [62.0-71.0] fL
MCH 22.9 [22.0-25.0] pg
MCHC 34.5 [33.0-36.0] g/dL
CHCM 34.2 [33.5-36.4] g/dL
RDW 12.5 [11.0-13.0] %
HDW 1.45 [1.39-1.91] g/dL
Platelet 361 [155-393] x10.e3/uL
MPV 8.7 [7.5-14.0] fL
WBC 12.10 H[5.90-11.60]x10.e3/uL
Diff Type Manual
Seg Neut # Manual 10.65 H [4.00-8.20] x10.e3/uL
Band Neut # Manual 0.00 [0.00-0.10] x10.e3/uL
Lymphocyte # Manual 0.97 [0.80-3.60] x10.e3/uL
Monocyte # Manual 0.24 [0.00-0.90] x10.e3/uL
Eosinophil # Manual 0.24 [0.00-1.50] x10.e3/uL
Basophil # Manual 0.00 x10.e3/uL
Seg Neut Pct Manual 88 %
Band Neut Pct Manual 0 %
Lymphocyte Pct Manual 8 %
Monocyte Pct Manual 2 %
Eosinophil Pct Manual 2 %
Basophil Pct Manual 0 %
Reactive Lymphs Present
Platelet Clump Present
Platelet Comment See Below
Procedure Ref Range Units
Lipemia Chem Normal
Icterus Chem Normal
Hemolysis Chem Slight
Urea Nitrogen 16 [5-34] mg/dL
Creatinine 0.5 L [0.7-2.0] mg/dL
Sodium 145 [143-149] mmol/L
Potassium 5.0 [3.4-5.2] mmol/L
Chloride 111 [107-116] mmol/L
TCO2 22 [18-24] mmol/L
Na/K Ratio 29.0 [28.0-45.0]
Anion Gap 17.0 [12.0-22.0] mmol/L
Osmolarity Calc 301.5 [297.0-312.0] mOs/L
Calcium 11.0 H [9.4-10.9] mg/dL
Phosphorus 4.2 [2.1-4.6] mg/dL
Magnesium 1.9 [1.5-2.4] mg/dL
Iron 128 [61-226] ug/dL
Total Protein 5.6 [5.6-7.5] g/dL
Albumin 3.8 [2.8-4.0] g/dL
Amylase 583 [234-1,038] U/L
Total Bili 0.2 [0.1-0.4] mg/dL
Direct Bili 0.1 [0.0-0.1] mg/dL
Indirect Bili 0.1 [0.1-0.4] mg/dL
ALP 51 [13-107] U/L
ALT 24 [14-102] U/L
AST 27 [19-34] U/L
CK 124 [33-152] U/L
Chol 182 [124-343] mg/dL
Hemolysis Normal [Normal]
Lipemia Normal [Normal]
Icterus Normal [Normal]
Tot Protein 6.7 [6.0-7.4] g/dL
RBC 8.20 H [6.10-8.10] x10.e6/uL
Hgb 18.7 [14.0-19.3] g/dL
Hct 54.3 [41.0-55.0] %
HCT Spun 55 [40-55] %
MCV 66.2 [62.0-71.0] fL
MCH 22.9 [22.0-25.0] pg
MCHC 34.5 [33.0-36.0] g/dL
CHCM 34.2 [33.5-36.4] g/dL
RDW 12.5 [11.0-13.0] %
HDW 1.45 [1.39-1.91] g/dL
Platelet 361 [155-393] x10.e3/uL
MPV 8.7 [7.5-14.0] fL
WBC 12.10 H[5.90-11.60]x10.e3/uL
Diff Type Manual
Seg Neut # Manual 10.65 H [4.00-8.20] x10.e3/uL
Band Neut # Manual 0.00 [0.00-0.10] x10.e3/uL
Lymphocyte # Manual 0.97 [0.80-3.60] x10.e3/uL
Monocyte # Manual 0.24 [0.00-0.90] x10.e3/uL
Eosinophil # Manual 0.24 [0.00-1.50] x10.e3/uL
Basophil # Manual 0.00 x10.e3/uL
Seg Neut Pct Manual 88 %
Band Neut Pct Manual 0 %
Lymphocyte Pct Manual 8 %
Monocyte Pct Manual 2 %
Eosinophil Pct Manual 2 %
Basophil Pct Manual 0 %
Reactive Lymphs Present
Platelet Clump Present
Platelet Comment See Below
Procedure Ref Range Units
Lipemia Chem Normal
Icterus Chem Normal
Hemolysis Chem Slight
Urea Nitrogen 16 [5-34] mg/dL
Creatinine 0.5 L [0.7-2.0] mg/dL
Sodium 145 [143-149] mmol/L
Potassium 5.0 [3.4-5.2] mmol/L
Chloride 111 [107-116] mmol/L
TCO2 22 [18-24] mmol/L
Na/K Ratio 29.0 [28.0-45.0]
Anion Gap 17.0 [12.0-22.0] mmol/L
Osmolarity Calc 301.5 [297.0-312.0] mOs/L
Calcium 11.0 H [9.4-10.9] mg/dL
Phosphorus 4.2 [2.1-4.6] mg/dL
Magnesium 1.9 [1.5-2.4] mg/dL
Iron 128 [61-226] ug/dL
Total Protein 5.6 [5.6-7.5] g/dL
Albumin 3.8 [2.8-4.0] g/dL
Amylase 583 [234-1,038] U/L
Total Bili 0.2 [0.1-0.4] mg/dL
Direct Bili 0.1 [0.0-0.1] mg/dL
Indirect Bili 0.1 [0.1-0.4] mg/dL
ALP 51 [13-107] U/L
ALT 24 [14-102] U/L
AST 27 [19-34] U/L
CK 124 [33-152] U/L
Chol 182 [124-343] mg/dL
The Dr at MSU just called, Amberleah other test just got back and every thing is OK. She has no concentration her urine so kidney working fine. So they said just the spay will be OK, but want it at msu because of her genital problem, Oh my goodness they said it's 2 thousand dollars. I haven't told my husband yet, he is going to blow a top.
Glad her tests came back ok and that her kidney is fine. At least that is a relief. I just don't know about the 2K cost for spay :-(
Thank goodness everything else is fine! 
Two thousand makes sense I guess, since it's not just a spay but a reconstructive surgery.
I wish Amberleah a safe/successful surgery and a speedy recovery!
Two thousand makes sense I guess, since it's not just a spay but a reconstructive surgery.
I wish Amberleah a safe/successful surgery and a speedy recovery!
Looking at her labs, they look good. She looks a touch dehydrated and her neutrophils (white blood cells) are a bit elevated, but that could be from stress. All in all, a good lab report.
Plus she wasn't aloud to eat since 11pm night before. So it was long time with out food or water..Looking at her labs, they look good. She looks a touch dehydrated and her neutrophils (white blood cells) are a bit elevated, but that could be from stress. All in all, a good lab report.
You might talk to the vet's at MSU and discuss the cost and your concern. Let them know you are on a budget and maybe they can recommend a vet that can do the procedure for less money. If MSU is like UGA it's a learning vet school with the student's on rotation. There are vet's out there that went to school there and are very capable of performing the surgery she needs. Although having the surgery at the school has it's benefits because it is a school they have all the best equipment right there on hand that they will need. I really don't think Quigley would have made it through his first surgery had he not been at UGA. He had a hard time processing the anthestia. It was touch and go for a couple of days. They had all the equipment they needed to get him through the tough parts. My home vet just was not set up for his needs. My vet is a great vet who knows his limitations.So far the bill was $700.00 have no idea yet what the next visit will Cost. Christmas will be very little this year and I told my husband that my present for my Birthday and Christmas. it is hard as my husband just got back to work after losing his job for 11 months, still playing catch up. I don't work as I have lots medical issues my self.
Thank you for information, I will cal them tomorrow, I haven't told my husband yet have to wait for good time.You might talk to the vet's at MSU and discuss the cost and your concern. Let them know you are on a budget and maybe they can recommend a vet that can do the procedure for less money. If MSU is like UGA it's a learning vet school with the student's on rotation. There are vet's out there that went to school there and are very capable of performing the surgery she needs. Although having the surgery at the school has it's benefits because it is a school they have all the best equipment right there on hand that they will need. I really don't think Quigley would have made it through his first surgery had he not been at UGA. He had a hard time processing the anthestia. It was touch and go for a couple of days. They had all the equipment they needed to get him through the tough parts. My home vet just was not set up for his needs. My vet is a great vet who knows his limitations.
Oh gosh, I finally was able to catch up on reading this thread and the update. I am so glad to hear that what her issue is, although peculiar; is one that can be treated. The best thing is knowing she should be able to recover and live a normal life!
Over all it sounds like good news...minus the $$$ of course....She should live a long and normal life sounds good to me ....
When I was 8 years old my aunt took in a stray cat that showed up at her door one day, my aunt had never liked cats and my dad laughed at her and asked if she had lost her mind. After a good 10 minutes of teasing my aunt said no in fact she had not lost her mind and that all though she isn't exactly thrilled that she now has a cat she knew that some one she loved sent her that cat for a reason so she will just have to love the cat and be thankful for the gift. My dad also laughed at that but gave her a hug and kissed me goodbye, my aunt was also my babysitter. I asked who sent her the cat and could she ask them to send me a dog (I had been begging my parents to let me have a dog). She told me that when people pass away they never really leave us they watch over us and they send animals to us. A bunny that hops up to you in the park might be a loved one just saying hi, they might send a big eyed puppy to help mend a broken heart, or a matted cat in obvious need of some tlc for a distraction from a tough time. You might need them or they might be the ones that need you but always be kind to the animals because they are a gift of love. My aunt was always a little kooky but I think she absolutely right about this one. Sorry this was so long but I felt like I had to share it. Amberleah is lucky to have you, I'm sure things will work out some how just have faith and patience.
What a great story, Thank you for sharing. Amberleah and I are perfect match for each other and she is a gift from God above.When I was 8 years old my aunt took in a stray cat that showed up at her door one day, my aunt had never liked cats and my dad laughed at her and asked if she had lost her mind. After a good 10 minutes of teasing my aunt said no in fact she had not lost her mind and that all though she isn't exactly thrilled that she now has a cat she knew that some one she loved sent her that cat for a reason so she will just have to love the cat and be thankful for the gift. My dad also laughed at that but gave her a hug and kissed me goodbye, my aunt was also my babysitter. I asked who sent her the cat and could she ask them to send me a dog (I had been begging my parents to let me have a dog). She told me that when people pass away they never really leave us they watch over us and they send animals to us. A bunny that hops up to you in the park might be a loved one just saying hi, they might send a big eyed puppy to help mend a broken heart, or a matted cat in obvious need of some tlc for a distraction from a tough time. You might need them or they might be the ones that need you but always be kind to the animals because they are a gift of love. My aunt was always a little kooky but I think she absolutely right about this one. Sorry this was so long but I felt like I had to share it. Amberleah is lucky to have you, I'm sure things will work out some how just have faith and patience.
How is Amberleah? Will she be able to get her expensive operation? How soon does it have to be? Is there a way that maybe you could set up an account somehow so people could donate to her operation?
I am going to start one on my fb and have my husbands pay pal account to try to raise the money. Or go open a saving with her pay pal just for her. I try to open one with first giving but it has to be a registered organization. Do you know of a company that lets you set up that kind of thing?How is Amberleah? Will she be able to get her expensive operation? How soon does it have to be? Is there a way that maybe you could set up an account somehow so people could donate to her operation?
They said she can have it the 1st of the year it wont hurt her, only thing she will go through her 1st heat cycle.
She might get some UTI as she rub her self on ground when she goes because she is so big. She pee's on Puppy pad and I am changing them a lot.
Thank you for asking.
I am still SO annoyed that your home town vet told you repeatedly that it was nothing to worry about!!! I would copy off her diagnosis you got from MSU and send it to them. That is really inexcusable IMO.
I agree. PLEASE PM me with the facebook details if you start a Chipin or similar account. I'd like to contribute.
I know people who have done Chipin for things. here is their link:
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I know people who have done Chipin for things. here is their link:
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Doctor reply
I did get the report from MSU. When I last saw her, the vulva was not that large. ( OH YES IT WAS ) The picture you sent certainly was enlarged greatly and was a problem. It never looked like that when I saw her. Things do progress. They do think that it could possibly be an adrenal gland problem, like I told you. I don't understand why she went to Oncology instead of Internal Medicine, though. ( She went to Internal just sign in with Oncology) You should follow up with their recommendations. I am sorry you feel we did not take care of her problem. I would have ended up sending you to MSU in the end, so at least she is being seen by the experts.
Dr. Kauffman
Am I able to post the collection on here Or is it against rules? .
I e-mailed her and told her. She e-mailed me back, I am very upset MSU sent her records even after I told them Not to. here is here e-mail back, so funny.I am still SO annoyed that your home town vet told you repeatedly that it was nothing to worry about!!! I would copy off her diagnosis you got from MSU and send it to them. That is really inexcusable IMO.
I did get the report from MSU. When I last saw her, the vulva was not that large. ( OH YES IT WAS ) The picture you sent certainly was enlarged greatly and was a problem. It never looked like that when I saw her. Things do progress. They do think that it could possibly be an adrenal gland problem, like I told you. I don't understand why she went to Oncology instead of Internal Medicine, though. ( She went to Internal just sign in with Oncology) You should follow up with their recommendations. I am sorry you feel we did not take care of her problem. I would have ended up sending you to MSU in the end, so at least she is being seen by the experts.
Dr. Kauffman
Am I able to post the collection on here Or is it against rules? .
oh brother. That vet is a joke. What a cop out. She is trying to say that it didn't look like that when they saw her?! Crazy. Well maybe next time someone comes in with a problem they won't just glance over it and say it's fine. And if her problem DID progress - it's because that vet said it was nothing to worry about! OMG!
You can't link to a chip in account on here (no fundraising allowed) but let us know your facebook and we can find you there!
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