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02-19-2009, 10:35 PM | #31 |
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| Welcome to YT. You have a very beautiful girl, I am sorry she is so sick and has been thru so much. I don't know about popsicles - they are mostly sugar what I suppose. But you can use Pedilyte - not the grape flavored, but any of the others. Did they do a full blood panel on her before the surgery? I just wondered if anything abnormal showed up there. I'll say a prayer for your little one
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02-20-2009, 05:52 AM | #32 |
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| We wanted to check in on Violet this morning. How is she doing? You and she are in our prayers!
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02-20-2009, 06:30 AM | #33 |
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| Oh, poor Theo. I can't imagine how difficult that must have been. I read your other threads on the little guy, and, for what it's worth, I'd be doing the same thing as you - no more tests! And Gracie, too. I'm sorry she still feels crummy sometimes. Could it be IBD? That's something I have in the back of my mind for Violet, but the vet says it's too early to know. The biopsies they did of Violet's intestines may give us more info, though. But the vet does seem to think she has a virus. They did do a full blood panel on Violet, with nothing out of the ordinary. I haven't had an update from the vet yet this morning. Hopefully soon. I am going to try to go buy some pedialyte this morning. How do you all usually give this to your pups? Mix a little in with water? Or do you give it to them straight? I'd hate to accidentally give her too much (if that's possible). And thank you, TOY, for all the suggestions on treats. And you're not meddling at all re: the wedding. I did ask the vet, but they don't do boarding, unfortunately. I have a friend who was going to take her for the week, and the friend said she doesn't mind taking her post-surgery, but she can't take her if she is still sick from a potential virus, as she has 2 dogs of her own. And I totally understand that - I would never want her dogs to get sick. Unfortunately, I am not only missing my brother's wedding, but my mom's 60th birthday party AND the extended family portrait we got her as a gift, both of which are this weekend. I won't be in the photo, which is upsetting me a lot. But my family has been really great about it - my brother adores Violet and totally understands, though I know he is sad. And his fiancee is possibly the sweetest girl on earth, and she understands, too. I spoke with her last night and I can tell she's not upset with me - she knows it's beyond my control. She and my brother are animal lovers, too, so they know how important Violet is to me. The only person who seems upset is the fiancee's mother, who is a bit controlling and seems more upset than others that I won't be there. Thankfully, I don't have to interact with her more than a couple times a year!! That said, I still wish I could be there for all the events of the week. I suppose I'm the most upset of everyone. I was supposed to fly out tomorrow and return next Saturday (the wedding is Friday). Ah well. That's life, I guess. |
02-20-2009, 07:50 AM | #34 | |
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02-20-2009, 11:55 AM | #35 |
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| I just got home from visiting Violet. She looked awful. She was shaking and then threw up. I feel terrible because she hadn't thrown up all day, but she threw up when I got there. She didn't seem happy to see me at all, though the vet told me that earlier she had rolled over for a tummy rub. Which makes me so sad because, normally, she would want a tummy rub from me. I feel like Violet is mad at me or scared of me all of a sudden, because my presence made her shake and vomit. I'm sick to my stomach over how upset she was to see me. I got more details from the vet about the condition of Violet's intestines. She said that basically the virus has eaten away at the inner lining of her intestines, which is why she can't keep food down. I asked her if she'd ever seen this before, and she said she's seen similar presentations, but it's very rare. I need to remember to ask her tomorrow how Violet could have possibly gotten this virus. She doesn't spend time with other dogs, and she rarely goes outside (she is pad trained). I just can't fathom how she got so sick. I asked her if the swollen lymph nodes could be at all related to lymphoma, and the vet said it's not impossible, but it's very unlikely. We'll know for sure when the biopsy results come back, but they take 5-7 days. She is going to stay in the hospital until at least tomorrow. I am going back to see her again tonight, and bringing some boiled chicken to see if she'll eat, as she won't eat the dog food they have been offering her. |
02-20-2009, 12:11 PM | #36 |
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| Poor baby! I dont think she got upset to see you I just think she is really sick and you came when she was having a bad moment. I will keep Violet in my prayers and I am hoping you get some answers
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02-20-2009, 12:12 PM | #37 | |
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I am sorry you and Violet are going through such a difficult time. Don't take it personal....she just does not feel well. She knows you are trying to help her. It sounds like she is being well cared for and I will bet she will be feeling better soon. Maybe try to give her some vanilla yogurt? Mine love it and it is easy to digest.
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02-20-2009, 12:23 PM | #38 |
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| I am sure Violet is not mad at you, the poor little girl is just ill and you caught her at a bad time. I that someone suggested yogurt, my puppy loves it. I will keep Violet in my prayers.
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02-20-2009, 12:29 PM | #39 |
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| Maybe yogurt is too much for her to handle right now. I know when humans have diarrhea or stomach problems, anything dairy shouldn't be given for a while. I hope your baby is doing well. I'm sure she's not mad at you. She's probably just scared and feeling sick. Hopefully, when you visit her again, she'll be doing better. |
02-20-2009, 12:31 PM | #40 |
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| Please don't think Violet is blaming you or unhappy to see you. I'm sure it was all just a coincidence. You know, when you're sick, sometimes it just comes in waves. Unfortunately, you were there when she wasn't feeling as well. Praying they can discover what is really wrong with her, why it happened and treat her accordingly
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02-20-2009, 12:41 PM | #41 | |
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02-20-2009, 01:43 PM | #42 | |
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Actually, I suggested yogurt because it helps to restore the balance in the gastrointestinal tract and also helps with vomiting and diarrhea. Something else to try: Pumpkin!
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02-20-2009, 07:04 PM | #43 |
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| I can't tell you how sorry I am to hear about your little one. We have been through alot medically with Romeo. I do understand what your going through. Be strong. We're praying for you. Romeo and Bella's Mom |
02-20-2009, 08:23 PM | #44 |
Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Washington, DC
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| Good news! When I went to visit Violet this evening, she was EATING!! They are still giving her liquid food down her nasal tube, but they had put a little dog food in with her, some wet prescription food, and she ate it!!! I was so happy to see her eating. And so were the two vet techs taking care of her. After she ate she seemed like maybe she wasn't feeling so great, and she lay down and was shaking a bit. But the fact that she was showing interest in food, and was willing to eat, is a huge improvement. Thanks for the reminder that I shouldn't get upset about Violet's shaking and whatnot. She only shakes when I visit, so I feel badly that I'm stressing her out, but I'm sure it's not because she doesn't want to see her mommy. With any luck, Violet will be able to come home tomorrow. I am really hoping the food she ate tonight has stayed down - I need to call before I go to bed and check. I'm so thankful to all of you for your kind words and concern. Thank you!! |
02-20-2009, 10:28 PM | #45 |
Donating YT 500 Club Member | I tend to be somewhat of a Pollyanna but I have a totally different take on her shaking. I think it was because she was so excited to see you! I especially think that's possible since she doesn't do it any other time. Violet just gets so excited and happy that she shakes from the happiness of seeing you. It actually could be the reason! That's my take on it and I'm sticking to it...LOL I sure hope she's better and gets to come home to you soon. (One other word on the yogurt...it contains active bacteria that can be helpful. From what I understand, it's why women are sometimes told to eat it after taking a round of strong antibiotics. I don't think that's a wife's tale since I've had it mentioned by friends in the medical community. Plus, one of my RN friends suggested buttermilk for human upset stomachs. I have no idea at all about buttermilk and dogs so I'm not even suggesting that!) Hopefully, this will be a great weekend for Violet and you. As far as the bride's mother, with any luck you won't even have to interact with her again until there's a baby involved! |
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