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Old 06-04-2012, 12:03 PM   #59
diggy4
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I have one with full blown pancreatis and one with acute. You will get very used to the signs and the first few flare ups will freak you out! My advice, change food as Im sure the vet will recommend. Even if he does not have pancreatis he clearly has the symptoms. Not sure why but the fluids help tremendously! At the very first sign of a pancreatis attack I react! 1, start trying to force fluids. PLAIN canned chicken stock is a great way to get them in him. 2 have Famotidine on hand at all times. Vet has to prescribe this but its a life saver! Ask the vet about it if he/she has not already mentioned it. I also have Cerenia If mine are to the point of already vomiting I use Cerenia. IF belly is upset and refusing food, Famotidine. NO MORE TABLE FOOD! none. Its so hard but a must. Mine are on a strict prescribed diet and the only treats they get are canned no salt added green beans, and baby carrots. That's it. for a really special treat they get apple or raw potato. Tons of info on the internet but the main thing you have to think about is helping the pancreas not have to work hard. So that means he needs foods that are VERY easily digested. Hope that helps!
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