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quack · 11-23-2007, 05:49 AM

I am going in this morning @ 9 and seeing a different doctor at the center (they have 3). Sass didn't keep down any food yesterday.

Thanks for all of your suggestions. I hope she starts feeling better soon, so I can get some sleep and stop worrying so much.

varietypack · 11-23-2007, 05:58 AM

I hope you can find satisfaction at your new doctor, let us know what happens. I agree with other posters that it sounds like she may have sensitivities to something in the food. The clavamox and pumpkin suggestion is also a good one. As the other poster mentioned. pumpkin pulp is a great regulator, it acts as a laxative AND as help for idiopathic diarrhea.
I might also suggest a deworming.. I know the vet said no parasites were found, but it wouldn't hurt to deworm anyhow (unless of course, you've already done so.)
As I final suggestion, the "scooting" makes me wonder if your pup is having trouble with her anal glands. It's not very likely at her age, but again, it's at least worth the question.
Wishing you good luck in getting her more comfortable.

yorkiesmiles · 11-23-2007, 06:11 AM

prayers for Sassafrass and that a knowledgeable vet may help or a change in feeding.

quack · 11-23-2007, 06:14 AM

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Originally Posted by varietypack

I hope you can find satisfaction at your new doctor, let us know what happens. I agree with other posters that it sounds like she may have sensitivities to something in the food. The clavamox and pumpkin suggestion is also a good one. As the other poster mentioned. pumpkin pulp is a great regulator, it acts as a laxative AND as help for idiopathic diarrhea.
I might also suggest a deworming.. I know the vet said no parasites were found, but it wouldn't hurt to deworm anyhow (unless of course, you've already done so.)
As I final suggestion, the "scooting" makes me wonder if your pup is having trouble with her anal glands. It's not very likely at her age, but again, it's at least worth the question.
Wishing you good luck in getting her more comfortable.

They said in such a young pup they don't usually have trouble with their anal glands, but went ahead and cleaned them 3 different times now because of the scooting. They seem confused about what is wrong with her. If today doesn't go well I will be looking for a new vet when I get home.

shelschrader · 11-23-2007, 06:46 AM

I'm so sorry to hear you poor baby is sick. There is lots of great advice already given, so I'll won't reiterate what they said. You might want to put her on Pedialyte so she doesn't get dehydrated. When they have tummy problems, it doesn't take much for a puppy to get dehydrated quickly. Most love the taste (orange seems to taste best), so it's easy to give them. Hope you find answers soon even if it means finding a new vet.

quack · 11-23-2007, 08:19 AM

The vet did blood work and said it didn't show her any red flags, but it did show some inflammation.

Now she wants to feed her and see how long it takes her to vomit, do an abdomen x-ray and a bile test, so I will know more this afternoon.

MrYorkiecrazy · 11-23-2007, 08:38 AM

Blood work can show inflammation? Of what? Blood???? Sorry, I've never heard that before, but that's not to say I've heard it all.

I'm still hoping that whatever it is, they find it soon. And thanks for considering another clinic.

quack · 11-23-2007, 08:56 AM

I think she said the white blood cells were elevated? She thought the inflammation might be nothing more than her not feeling good from the vomiting/diarrhea. She also mentioned lymph something - not sure the word.

I really didn't understand a lot of what she said other than there were no red flags to show something really wrong because that sounds like good news. I'm still hoping she just has a super sensitive tummy and a new diet will fix the problem.

MrYorkiecrazy · 11-23-2007, 09:19 AM

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Originally Posted by quack

I think she said the white blood cells were elevated? She thought the inflammation might be nothing more than her not feeling good from the vomiting/diarrhea. She also mentioned lymph something - not sure the word.

I really didn't understand a lot of what she said other than there were no red flags to show something really wrong because that sounds like good news. I'm still hoping she just has a super sensitive tummy and a new diet will fix the problem.

We're so glad you're seeking another evaluation.

An elevated white blood count indicates an infection. Of course, infections can cause inflammation, but elevated white blood counts do not indicate inflammation. Inflammation is too generic to indicate anything because it accompanies most illnesses.

Of course, you already knew she was not feeling good from the vomiting/diarrhea.

Lymph something! If she mentioned lymph nodes, then she probably mentioned they felt swollen. This would also indicate an infection (best) or cancer (worst, but HIGHLY unlikely).

Lastly, because you didn't understand a lot of what she was saying tells me she's talking over your head and/or not taking the time to fully explain things. This would be another reason to find another clinic.

Yorkiekids · 11-23-2007, 10:01 AM

Prayers coming your way. Make sure she gets lots to drink, and try giving some nutrical.

MyFairLacy · 11-23-2007, 07:05 PM

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Originally Posted by MrYorkiecrazy

Blood work can show inflammation? Of what? Blood???? Sorry, I've never heard that before, but that's not to say I've heard it all.

I'm still hoping that whatever it is, they find it soon. And thanks for considering another clinic.

The white cells in the blood (leukocytes) are inflammitory cells. When there is an infection or tissue damage, they migrate out of the blood and into the affected tissue. The lymph word may have been lymphocytes which are one of the leukocytes in the blood. The leukocytes include monocytes, lymphocytes, eosinophils, neutrophils, and basophils. Lymphocytes are both B-cells and T-cells.

I'm just really have a strong feeling that your dog is severly allergic to something in the food you are feeding. I would have an allergy test done.

parker · 11-23-2007, 07:17 PM

We are praying for your pumpkin!!! Parker sends his licks!!!

MrYorkiecrazy · 11-23-2007, 07:24 PM

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Originally Posted by MyFairLacy

The white cells in the blood (leukocytes) are inflammitory cells. When there is an infection or tissue damage, they migrate out of the blood and into the affected tissue. The lymph word may have been lymphocytes which are one of the leukocytes in the blood. The leukocytes include monocytes, lymphocytes, eosinophils, neutrophils, and basophils. Lymphocytes are both B-cells and T-cells.

I'm just really have a strong feeling that your dog is severly allergic to something in the food you are feeding. I would have an allergy test done.

Thank you posting this and for this information!

MyFairLacy · 11-23-2007, 07:27 PM

Here a website for you to read on food allergies:

http://www.peteducation.com/article....&articleid=143

quack · 11-23-2007, 07:40 PM

We brought her home from the vet and about 2 hours later she vomited again.

She is now at the pet hospital for the night and possibly until Monday. The doctor at the hospital said she might be able to come home Sunday if she will keep down food for 12 hours. She is dehydrated, so they are giving her fluids. He thinks we need to change the food and thinks it is just an allergy too.

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11-23-2007, 06:46 AM	#20
shelschrader Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Charlotte, NC Posts: 743	I'm so sorry to hear you poor baby is sick. There is lots of great advice already given, so I'll won't reiterate what they said. You might want to put her on Pedialyte so she doesn't get dehydrated. When they have tummy problems, it doesn't take much for a puppy to get dehydrated quickly. Most love the taste (orange seems to taste best), so it's easy to give them. Hope you find answers soon even if it means finding a new vet. __________________ Shel & her gang Bruiser Ballard - Schrader - Proud member of the Little Gentleman's Club & Marcus Aurelius - Sekwetary of the Little Gentleman's Club!

11-23-2007, 08:38 AM	#22
MrYorkiecrazy No Longer a Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: City, State, Country Posts: 1,763	Blood work can show inflammation? Of what? Blood???? Sorry, I've never heard that before, but that's not to say I've heard it all. I'm still hoping that whatever it is, they find it soon. And thanks for considering another clinic. Last edited by MrYorkiecrazy; 11-23-2007 at 08:38 AM. Reason: correction

11-23-2007, 10:01 AM	#25
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11-23-2007, 07:27 PM	#29
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11-23-2007, 05:49 AM	#16
quack Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: South Posts: 157	I am going in this morning @ 9 and seeing a different doctor at the center (they have 3). Sass didn't keep down any food yesterday. Thanks for all of your suggestions. I hope she starts feeling better soon, so I can get some sleep and stop worrying so much.

11-23-2007, 05:58 AM	#17
varietypack Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Canada Posts: 52	I hope you can find satisfaction at your new doctor, let us know what happens. I agree with other posters that it sounds like she may have sensitivities to something in the food. The clavamox and pumpkin suggestion is also a good one. As the other poster mentioned. pumpkin pulp is a great regulator, it acts as a laxative AND as help for idiopathic diarrhea. I might also suggest a deworming.. I know the vet said no parasites were found, but it wouldn't hurt to deworm anyhow (unless of course, you've already done so.) As I final suggestion, the "scooting" makes me wonder if your pup is having trouble with her anal glands. It's not very likely at her age, but again, it's at least worth the question. Wishing you good luck in getting her more comfortable.

11-23-2007, 08:19 AM	#21
quack Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: South Posts: 157	The vet did blood work and said it didn't show her any red flags, but it did show some inflammation. Now she wants to feed her and see how long it takes her to vomit, do an abdomen x-ray and a bile test, so I will know more this afternoon.

11-23-2007, 08:56 AM	#23
quack Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: South Posts: 157	I think she said the white blood cells were elevated? She thought the inflammation might be nothing more than her not feeling good from the vomiting/diarrhea. She also mentioned lymph something - not sure the word. I really didn't understand a lot of what she said other than there were no red flags to show something really wrong because that sounds like good news. I'm still hoping she just has a super sensitive tummy and a new diet will fix the problem.

11-23-2007, 07:17 PM	#27
parker Mz_s3ski_Kitt3n Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: AZ Posts: 1,921	We are praying for your pumpkin!!! Parker sends his licks!!!

11-23-2007, 07:40 PM	#30
quack Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: South Posts: 157	We brought her home from the vet and about 2 hours later she vomited again. She is now at the pet hospital for the night and possibly until Monday. The doctor at the hospital said she might be able to come home Sunday if she will keep down food for 12 hours. She is dehydrated, so they are giving her fluids. He thinks we need to change the food and thinks it is just an allergy too.