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08-04-2005, 05:10 AM | #1 |
Loved by Maddie & Libby Donating Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: North Dakota
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| Reverse sneezing? Maddie started what I think is reverse sneezing last night several times and then this morning at 6:30. Nearly scared me to death! She has never done this before and I am wondering if her heartworm medication has anything to do with it. This is her third dose of the stuff. The first time she had it in June, I don't recall anything strange. The second dose...the next day she was violently throwing up and then ended up with major diarrhea. She is still on medication for that and the vet diagnosed her with inflammatory bowel disease. I just think it's weird how she would all of a sudden start this reverse sneezing and after she is done, I notice her stomach making gurgling noises which I haven't heard in about a week since she's been on meds for the IBD. I did a bunch of research on reverse sneezing and I think that's what it is...also did research on heartworm pills and they do have side effects and one thing it said was it lowers the immune system in dogs and the vet told me he thinks Maddie's immune system is low. I really wonder about this heartworm pill. I'll be calling the vet today. Ugggghhhh...I don't know if being a dog owner is all it's cracked up to be. |
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09-09-2005, 05:11 AM | #2 |
Slave to My Rug-Rats Donating Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Long Island
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| Hi Connie, I am having similar problems with TJ. I too think he has IBD. The Vet wants me to change their food to the IVD (duck and potato) which should be at my house today when I get home. I am loosing my mind with this. For the past month TJ has progressivly gotten worse with the gurgling noises, mucus coming out of his rear and this past week started to throw up during his gurgling noise episodes. This thread is the only one so far that sounds so much like TJ. What kind of meds is she on? What food do you feed her? Did the Vet do any tests to determine IBD? TJ is such a little bugger! He will eat anything, including poop. So the Vet says it could be something around the house or poop that is causes his problems. BUT also, the Vet said he could have an allergy to something in the food/treats. When I got him from the breeder, he was eating Eukanuba and a little bit of chicken 2x a day. I switched them to Innova and tried all kinds of treats! I have no problem with Roxy, but TJ would have those episodes: He would poop 1x or 2x kinda soft and then the gurgling, which could go for hours, then he would poop out thick globs of mucus, the last blob would have a tiny thread of blood (probably from straining). During that time he would NOT eat, but still would act pretty much normal, playing chasing Roxy, etc. But when the last bit of that mucus would come out he would be ready to eat as if he were starving. In the beggining this only happened a few times here and there, but now it has become all the time! And now he throws up too! Please let me pick your brain...tell me more about your babies IBD? |
09-09-2005, 01:19 PM | #3 |
I Love My FurBaby! Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Michigan
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| Reverse sneeze syndrome is characterized by a series of rapid, loud, forced inhalations through the nostrils, lasting anywhere from 10 seconds to 2 minutes. Attacks occur on a sporadic, unpredictable basis. Dogs usually have the head extended forward and stand still during the episode. Affected dogs appear completely normal before and after the attack. There is no loss of consciousness or collapse, though sometimes the appearance of the dog is upsetting to owners. Many dogs have these attacks throughout their lives. The exact cause of reverse sneezing is unknown, but it may be associated with sinusitis and other upper respiratory disorders. Many believe affected dogs are consciously removing mucus from the nasal passages. In fact, many dogs swallow at the end of the attack. Whatever the cause, the condition is usually not serious. If the condition appears suddenly in an older dog or if episodes become more severe or frequent, the nasal passages and throat should be examined. thats the bit of info i found on reverse sneezing...sounds to me like maybe there is something else going on...If i were in your postion i would consult with your vet..Good luck!
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