Sick Puppy after Paramite Dip - RIP Little Pup

[RebelGSD]

The ivermectin can also cause problems.
I just rescued a JRT puppy that had pretty bad demodex and we started her on the ivermectin treatment, starting at a very low dose and increasing the dose every week. After three weeks of treatment she developed Ataxia and turned lethargic. I immediately discontinued the ivermectin and she recovered fully. These neurological side effects are very scary. I think the dip and the ivermectin together could have been too much.
If you are considering legal action, you may want to do a necropsy ( I know it sounds terrible).

I am very sorry for the loss of the puppy, run free Pasha...

[Pasha!]

I dont have any means to sue. It won't bring him back and money will not ease the pain.
Instead I will give my next dog the best life that a dog deserves, with Pasha in my mind.

Looking to get an another puppy soon. I think that would help us emotionally.

[msvette2u]

I'm sure this is a very difficult time.
At the very least you need to contact the 1st vet and ask for your money back. Bring the notes from the 2nd vet.
Do it all in writing and keep records of any phone calls, etc.

At the very least there is small claims and no judge would deny the 1st vet killed your puppy.

[RebelGSD]

You may consider reporting the case to the veterinary board, so that they don't do it to another puppy. From what I found on line, the manufacturer recommends it for dog's above 12 weeks old. Your pup was 8 weeks.

Where did the puppy come from that he had mange so young?

[RebelGSD]

I think the first vet should cover the cost of the emergency care, since they caused the problem. You can ask or do small claims court. They should take responsibility for it.

[jocoyn]

Originally Posted by Pasha!

I dont have any means to sue. It won't bring him back and money will not ease the pain.
Instead I will give my next dog the best life that a dog deserves, with Pasha in my mind.

Looking to get an another puppy soon. I think that would help us emotionally.

I think that is a realistic approach, I would talk with them, though, to try to prevent this tragedy again. They do need to understand your pain. Also some GSDs have a gene mutation that makes them not tolerate Ivermectin (more common in collies but also present in GSDs...to consider when it comes to heartworm prevention) and I think the ivermectin dose for scabies is a lot higher than for heartworm prevention.

It sure sounds like you did eveything you could for little Pasha so you can sleep well at night knowing that this was beyond you.

[Judykaye]

I am so sorry over this loss of your sweet boy...but also am glad to see that you are thinking of another GSD...if you are going to consider using the same breeder then I would make sure to do the testing for the mutant gene that causes the drug sensitivity issues...Ivermectin can be deadly...and I think the test costs around $80.00...I have a collie and they are prior to the drug sensitivity issues...the way around that is to use Interceptor if you don't want to have the testing done...if you do a search on drug sensitivity on the Internet you can pull up all the drugs that can cause problems...Again, I am so sorry for your loss...

[JeanKBBMMMAAN]

Judy-remember Simone? Also a GSD with mange, who was so sick, and was given Ivermectin...

Yes, I think suing doesn't really work with dogs/vets because they are property but reimbursement and reporting them so that they will use their heads the next time this happens...just heartbreaking - we all wish you the very best with your next puppy.

[msvette2u]

I lightened and 'framed' your pics...hope you do not mind.





He was a beauty...rip Pasha

[Pasha!]

Source: Parasite Drug (Ivermectin) Poisoning in Dogs | petMD

This toxic reaction occurs especially in dogs that are genetically hypersensitive to ivermectin, an anti-parasite medication most commonly used for heartworm prevention, or to treat ear and hair mites, which can lead to mange. Ivermectin prevents or kills parasites by causing neurological damage to the parasite, resulting in paralysis and death for the parasite. But dogs genetically sensitive to the medication have an anomaly that allows the ivermectin to pass the dog's blood-brain barrier and into its central nervous system, which can be lethal for the animal.

While the sensitivity to this type of medication is not always guaranteed, the following breeds are most likely to be affected:

• Old English Sheepdog
• English Sheepdog
• Shetland Sheepdog (Sheltie)
• Australian Shepherd
• German Shepherd
• Long-haired Whippet
• Silken Windhound
• Skye Terrier
• Collie

It is also seen in mixed-breed dogs, older....Read more