Oh honey - that's scary ....I know in humans it's bad..but I don't know about that problem in small dogs -
At least you have a diagnosis and can treat him....I'm so sorry to hear this about your Zeus - I know I'd be feeling the same way you do right now - There are several people on here that really know alot about different yorkie ailments - I think searching the net is a good way to get more info also ....Good LUCK to your baby - I'm very sorry he's having these attacks and I hope the medication helps him,,,maybe it needs...
Well I did go on a search - I found this ...Is this what your vet is saying also ? I was looking to read more about it - it does sound treatable with caution...GOOD LUCK to you and Zues !!!!
Once the patient seems to feel better, oral fluids are given. If no vomiting occurs in 12 to 24 hours, food can be offered in small quantities. Most pets can go home once they are willing to eat and drink again. Bland diets may be beneficial in some patients but we usually recommend returning to the patient's normal diet as long as it wasn't likely to be the cause of the problem due to fat content. Diets moderately high in fiber may be beneficial in lessening the number or severity of attacks in chronic pancreatitis. Weight loss and increasing exercise are also very likely to help prevent future attacks. Keeping your pet away from the table during traditional holiday meals can be very helpful, too.
It is very important to remember NOT to feed your dog when it is showing signs of abdominal discomfort or unexplained pain. It is almost painful to think of the number of times dog owners have said to me "she wouldn't eat, so I gave put a couple of tablespoons of bacon fat on her food...... or gave her a bowl of ice cream...... or a bowl of milk....... or a couple of pieces of ham....... "
This is the worst thing you can do if your dog has pancreatitis. Learn to let them help themselves heal by not eating when their body is telling them it isn't a good idea! This can be the difference between a 24 hour attack of mild abdominal pain and 5 days in our hospital treating severe pancreatitis. |