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09-13-2011, 04:42 AM | #1 |
YT 2000 Club Member | Did I make it worse? Last night we had ham for dinner, after I cut up some peices for my kids there was a small to meduim size peice that had mostly fat on it so I tossed it in the trash, it was sitting right on top and I meant to close up the bag but got distracted tending to my kids and forgot all about it. After I got done with the kids I went to get in the shower, not less than 3 minutes after I got in I hear my daughter Kayla, telling Tucker to get out of the trash.. well he got the peice of ham that I put in the trash, he took off with it to my kids bedroom and hid under the bed. Kayla came into the bathroom told me what happened so I grabbed my towel and ran. (not a pretty sight ) I had to take the mattress off the bed to get him out from underneath it, he was not happy as was I.. well by the time I got to him the ham was gone. I went into panic mode, He is just recovering from some kind of stomach issue from 2 weeks ago. The only thing I could think to do, knowing that ham and greasy fat was not good for him was to make him throw it up to prevent another attack on his stomach. So I gave him a 1/2 teaspoon of peroxide to make him throw up. He did and it was a small amount of ham with some slimy stuff (sorry so graphic). AS soon as my hubby got home, my kids told him what happend and he freaked out at ME..telling me that I should of just left him alone and I probably made it worse by stressing him out.. and that I was starting to become obessive with my dogs... Tucker spent the rest of the evening sleeping next to me on the couch, then in his kennel when I went to bed. At three this morning I woke to him trowing up so more. This time it was alot more and once again contained ham and slime. Made sure he was ok, cleaned up the mess and took both of my littles outside. He hasnt thrown up anymore, has peed again, no poop yet and did eat alittle of his food. I didnt give him his normal amount. I still have him on a bland homecooked diet with I/D dry that he eats both with out any issues. He is quiet this morning and not his spunky self, but isnt in any pain, his stomach isnt hard or nothing so Im just gonna keep a close eye on him and take him to the vets at any signs of trouble. Did I make him worse by making him throw up?? I feel so bad because this whole thing could of been prevented, if I would of just tied up the bag..
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09-13-2011, 05:13 AM | #2 |
Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: FtWorth,TX,USA
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| For his tummy I really cannt say. As a mommie you did what you thought was right. Would you feel any better if you called the vet? As for closing the trash up,Im sure that you were tired sense it was the end of the day and I personally dont think correctly by 9pm,so much going on. Whats done is done and all you can do is not beat yourself up for it but learn from it. Hope that your baby is ok and that today will be a much better day. |
09-13-2011, 05:34 AM | #3 |
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| There are risks either way, but I think you made the right choice. I hope Tucker feels better today. Let his tummy rest and don't be anxious for him to eat.
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09-13-2011, 05:42 AM | #4 | |
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from the little I know you did the right thing. I know my dh and skin kids tell me I am a little crazy about my dogs.. that is ok...join the club
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09-13-2011, 06:07 AM | #5 |
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| There is no question in my mind. You made the right choice. Everybody is an expert... I wouldn't stress over what he thinks unless he's a vet?? In these situations, a lot of times it's owner's call as to whether they want things to process or just induce. Ellie is so sensitive. When in doubt, I always induce. I'm sorry. It's just not worth the risk of my dog ending up in hte hospital with pancreatitis and it's also not worth $1-5 grand out of my pocket (that I don't have!). Obviously before inducing everybody should ask their vet. That said, I know the sensitivity level of my own dog and what the path of less risk is for her (when it comes to food).
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09-13-2011, 06:48 AM | #6 |
YT 2000 Club Member | Elliemay...You said excatly how Im and was feeling...Thanks everyone for the advice. I was so afraid that he would get sick again, that I felt like I had to induce the vomiting. I tried explaining to my husband, who is generally understanding because he knows how I feel about my animals, that this was probably the best thing to do instead of paying another vet bill, but he wasnt getting it and made me feel worse. Anyways, Im not going to push the food and he is still just laying around, but doesnt seem uncomfortable or in any pain so Im still on "wait and see" watch.
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09-13-2011, 09:22 AM | #7 |
YT 500 Club Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Van Alstyne, TX
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| My dogs can eat just about anything, and do, so I am not a good one to give advice. In fact I gave my dogs a little bit of ham and ham fat last night after dinner. They eat meat scraps from dinner all the time. On the other hand if your dog isn't used to it then it could cause an issue. Some dogs are just more sensitive than others. |
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