2 year old sudden death

[Oh Little Oji]

So sorry to hear of this! That's tough to take. Hang in there. It'll be okay.

 

[Two Dobes]

So very very sorry....heartbreaking.

 

[jaxx]

So so sorry to have this happen to your family! Juvenile kidney disease is genetic and can be prevalent in this breed. If you don't mind me asking, what breeder did he come from? I would let the breeder know about his death and hopefully they use that information to possibly stop breeding that line or to do further health testing.

He came from Sierra dobie in Tennessee.
I've sent them an email letting them know not only about this tragedy but all of Jax's health issues.

 

[Two Dobes]

I hope you hear back from them....and please stay in touch with us all!

 

[jaxx]

Thanks everyone..
This has been the hardest and most traumatic thing ever.
I still cant function normally, and honestly, don't know when I'll be able to.

He was my first dog, we got him at 10 weeks as soon as we bought our first house.
I have no kids yet, and spent practically 24/7 with him.. some may say I was a "helicopter" mom.
He came everywhere with us, bars, restaurants, vacations.. he was so well behaved, and loved everyone (I wondered if I got a defective dobie as he loved any strangers that would come to our door and run and kiss them )
He gave my life so much joy, helped me through the hardest times, and always knew how to comfort me.
I cant help but blame myself and wish there was something I could have done differently.
He went to the vet monthly, if not more.. he had Addison's disease and chronic GI problems.
Weird part is, he had an echo and ultrasound done in February, to check his whole body - and his kidneys looked GREAT.
I'm having a hard time accepting his diagnose as "Renal Dysplasia" when he never had any kidney issues..
He was SUCH a happy dog, and always had a smile on his face.
Rest in paradise my sweetest boy, I hope your endlessly sunbathing and bird watching

 

[MyBuddy]

Just heartbreaking. Brings fresh tears!

 

[Ravenbird]

I cant help but blame myself and wish there was something I could have done differently.

Please release yourself from the burden of guilt. You cared for your dog and did everything you knew. There is something about Dobermans that make them cling to our heart like no other kind of dog - ask anyone here. The heartbreak is real. Hugs to you.

 

[Cranekc35]

I am so sorry for your loss. I am in tears. Prayers to you and your family.

 

[sahilm]

It has been 5 months since our boy passed away at 4yo. I miss him so much, I lurk around these forums sometimes, and every time I read a thread like this my heart fills up. I am so sorry you are going through this, you did your best.

 

[fatiguedsuki]

Hello everyone,



This group has brought me so much support and knowledge throughout the almost 2 years I’ve had Jax.



Unfortunately, Jax passed away suddenly yesterday, he would have been 2 in July.



A little background.. he was diagnosed with Addison’s disease in October 2022.

On April 27, he started throwing up blood and suddenly couldn’t walk and become unresponsive.. all within 2 hours.



We immediately rushed him to the emergency vet since it was 11 pm.

We were certain he would pull through as he had had been extremely healthy besides the Addisons disease, we thought he was just dehydrated.



When we brought him to the ER, we were warned his body was in shock and might not make it through the night. We were devastated, heartbroken and confused.



When the ER tried to get a urine sample, they were unsuccessful, and said that could mean kidney issues since he couldn’t produce any urine. His heart rate was also 180.



The kept him overnight, pumping him with fluids, however that didn’t work.



I got the devastating call the next morning that Jax wasn’t responding to any treatment and they don’t even recommend dialysis for his failing kidneys, as all of his organs were already shutting down.



They said Jax had multiple seizures and he wouldn’t make it much longer.



He was put to rest with me and my fiancé by his side, holding him tight.. with a lot of tears.



His diagnosis was Renal Dysplasia.



I am told there is sometimes no warning signs, it was hereditary, and there is no treatment.



I can’t help but blame myself and wonder if I missed something and I could have helped him sooner.



He was so young, and was my therapy dog.



Does anyone have any information on renal dysplasia, or have gone through something similar?



I am beyond heartbroken, and don’t know how I will be without him.

**this pic was just from 3 days ago, he was as happy as could be.

This is so awful. I was just looking at a post from you earlier about healthy puppy weight. Makes me sick now. I hope you had insurance so that you don't have to deal with enormous medical bills and a shattered heart.

Rest easy, Jax. You were clearly so loved.

 

[lady Dobie]

Hello everyone,



This group has brought me so much support and knowledge throughout the almost 2 years I’ve had Jax.



Unfortunately, Jax passed away suddenly yesterday, he would have been 2 in July.



A little background.. he was diagnosed with Addison’s disease in October 2022.

On April 27, he started throwing up blood and suddenly couldn’t walk and become unresponsive.. all within 2 hours.



We immediately rushed him to the emergency vet since it was 11 pm.

We were certain he would pull through as he had had been extremely healthy besides the Addisons disease, we thought he was just dehydrated.



When we brought him to the ER, we were warned his body was in shock and might not make it through the night. We were devastated, heartbroken and confused.



When the ER tried to get a urine sample, they were unsuccessful, and said that could mean kidney issues since he couldn’t produce any urine. His heart rate was also 180.



The kept him overnight, pumping him with fluids, however that didn’t work.



I got the devastating call the next morning that Jax wasn’t responding to any treatment and they don’t even recommend dialysis for his failing kidneys, as all of his organs were already shutting down.



They said Jax had multiple seizures and he wouldn’t make it much longer.



He was put to rest with me and my fiancé by his side, holding him tight.. with a lot of tears.



His diagnosis was Renal Dysplasia.



I am told there is sometimes no warning signs, it was hereditary, and there is no treatment.



I can’t help but blame myself and wonder if I missed something and I could have helped him sooner.



He was so young, and was my therapy dog.



Does anyone have any information on renal dysplasia, or have gone through something similar?



I am beyond heartbroken, and don’t know how I will be without him.

**this pic was just from 3 days ago, he was as happy as could be.

so very sad at the passing of your beautiful.. beautiful boy.... i am so sorry..

 

[PhilT]

So very sorry to hear of your loss of Jax, it's heart breaking especially when he was so young and such a beautiful boy, my thoughts and prayers are with you at this very sad time.
R.I.P sweet Jax

 

[lynolinn]

Hello everyone,



This group has brought me so much support and knowledge throughout the almost 2 years I’ve had Jax.



Unfortunately, Jax passed away suddenly yesterday, he would have been 2 in July.



A little background.. he was diagnosed with Addison’s disease in October 2022.

On April 27, he started throwing up blood and suddenly couldn’t walk and become unresponsive.. all within 2 hours.



We immediately rushed him to the emergency vet since it was 11 pm.

We were certain he would pull through as he had had been extremely healthy besides the Addisons disease, we thought he was just dehydrated.



When we brought him to the ER, we were warned his body was in shock and might not make it through the night. We were devastated, heartbroken and confused.



When the ER tried to get a urine sample, they were unsuccessful, and said that could mean kidney issues since he couldn’t produce any urine. His heart rate was also 180.



The kept him overnight, pumping him with fluids, however that didn’t work.



I got the devastating call the next morning that Jax wasn’t responding to any treatment and they don’t even recommend dialysis for his failing kidneys, as all of his organs were already shutting down.



They said Jax had multiple seizures and he wouldn’t make it much longer.



He was put to rest with me and my fiancé by his side, holding him tight.. with a lot of tears.



His diagnosis was Renal Dysplasia.



I am told there is sometimes no warning signs, it was hereditary, and there is no treatment.



I can’t help but blame myself and wonder if I missed something and I could have helped him sooner.



He was so young, and was my therapy dog.



Does anyone have any information on renal dysplasia, or have gone through something similar?



I am beyond heartbroken, and don’t know how I will be without him.

**this pic was just from 3 days ago, he was as happy as could be

So sorry. He was very handsome and I am sure he was loved. I am hoping to see all my babies in the Rainbow Bridge.