The usual protocol for pancreatitis is fluids for 3 - 4 days and then a recheck of the blood work. I am surprised they would treat and then say to come back in two weeks??? I don't want to frighten you, but pancreatitis can kill them quickly. As for chicken broth, that is something a lot of people do. In all my years I have not done it and don't see the value honestly. IF a dog is dehydrating, there is nothing you can really give them that will substitute IV or subcutaneous fluids. Please do
not be deluded into thinking you can fix dehydration. Check his gums and make sure they are wet to touch...if not, off to the vet for a check for dehydration as these little ones can go down quickly! If this is a mild case, then he may turn around .. but you do need to watch closely and be aware.
As for the ALT, I would not be totally alarmed by that number. I have had pups with ALT in the 2 - 4,000 range! It's a weird test to totally depend on. Yes, it is a sign that maybe something needs to be addressed, but by itself, honestly not a huge thing. A vet looks at the whole picture.
What was up with the bloody stools? You said it was all blood...did the vet check the blood to make sure it is not HGE? If he has any more episodes of bloody stools, get back to the vet.
Please keep us posted. I will keep him in my thoughts and prayers. |