[NAGDU] Iris Cyst

[Lisa Belville]

Hy, all.


Thanks for sharing your thoughts and experiences regarding cysts and 
other eye issues.?? I got a second opinion and this vet also agrees that 
a vet specializing in canine ophthalmology is needed. Luckily, neither 
vet feels this is an emergency issue, which is a good thing.?? Paige has 
an appointment in late November with the Veterinary Ophthalmology 
department at the University of Illinois' veterinary teaching hospital.


I wish I could get in sooner, but apparently animal specialists are as 
booked up as human ones.?? <sigh>


I'm going to notify Guide Dogs of America this week just to let them 
know what's going on.?? This might be something hereditary, or it might 
not be.?? Either way, I'll be on their radar.


I'm hoping this will amount to a scare, but in the back of my mind, I 
know the worst result will be Paige losing an eye and her working 
career.?? Unless I'm mistaken, a dog missing an eye wouldn't be able to 
guide effectively, though it can still live a normal doggy life.?? If 
this is the case, I can at least be assured that Paige will be happy as 
a pet.?? I already have a home lined up for her if this happens.


Thanks again for your thoughts and support.


Lisa

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Lisa Belville
missktlab1217 at frontier.com