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Originally Posted by docnpat  My dog has made tremendous gains by taking a scant 1/4 Pepcid (He's 7-8 pounds.) twice daily. He was vomiting and had diarrhea when it started, then stopped eating, then progressed to vomiting blood and passing blood. With a situation this serious, I would give nothing that we recommend without checking with your own vet first. I think I would return to my vet or check with another vet if this goes on. She can't go on without eating very long. This is worrisome. Is she urinating? KEEP the vet updated daily or even twice daily. They may assume that she is improving if they do not hear from you. She's your baby and she has only you to report her progress to her doctor. |
We are keeping in constant contact with the vet. I checked with them as well on the Gatorade/Pedialyte vs. water, and they said to go with the gatorade/pedialyte.
We haven't had any blood, he said our biggest concern is the dehydration, so the Vet said to make sure we are forcing the fluids down, and if we are in doubt, bring her in. I have seen her pee EVERYTIME she has gone outside, so I know that is a good sign. I gave her some Gerber chicken baby food, and she has taken a few licks of that, which is the first time in 3 days, so I am ecstatic about that.
I will continue to keep in contact with the doctor, and take her to the E.R. Vet if necessary. Thanks for the info on the Pepcid. I will ask the doctor about that if she starts vomiting, or doesn't increase on the food intake soon.