poodlefan Posted June 15, 2009 Share Posted June 15, 2009 Did they check her throat for obstructions or tears? I'm with Erny.. this doesn't sound resolved to me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Staranais Posted June 15, 2009 Share Posted June 15, 2009 Personally, given that you don't know what the problem is nor where it might lead, I wouldn't be satisfied with a "don't know" answer from the Vets. I'd be at either a specialist Vet or someone such as Dr. Bruce Syme in Castlemaine VIC who is expert in understanding the digestive systems of dogs. Agreed. If she's not better today (or she starts going downhill), I'd definitely be looking for a second opinion. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirty Posted June 15, 2009 Share Posted June 15, 2009 Perhaps she has a piece of bone lodged in her throat, or even an injury. That would explain the pain and not wanting to drink, etc. I hope you can find the answer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
altheau Posted June 15, 2009 Share Posted June 15, 2009 I hope your poor dogg is feeling better soon. My thoughts are with you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elfin Posted June 15, 2009 Author Share Posted June 15, 2009 I took Elfin to see our "usual" vet today, who checked her throat and felt her tummy. Apparently the strange swallowing (which she is doing less now) is because of nausea. Her tummy was making some really loud rumbling noises (I have been hearing it all day!), and the vet said this was probably some diahorrea brewing. Hydration was normal. Late this afternoon, she did a poo that looked completely different from her normal ones - it was very small and kind of oily and orange. (Too much information, sorry!). Her diet had not changed and she is not the sort to scavange in the bin or while on walks. She has not vomited and scoffed her boiled chicken tonight. She didn't eat grass at all afterwards, but went straight back to bed after having a drink. She is no longer crying, but is still VERY quiet and sleepy. (So am I after just 45 minutes sleep last night!) Still all a bit of a mystery, but thank you all so much for taking time to respond and for your kind thoughts and words. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elfin Posted June 16, 2009 Author Share Posted June 16, 2009 My little girl is a lot better today, even pestering me to take her for a walk! Thank you all again, I am such a stress-head! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
persephone Posted June 16, 2009 Share Posted June 16, 2009 My little girl is a lot better today, even pestering me to take her for a walk! smile.gif and that is VERY good news Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wazzat Xolo Posted June 16, 2009 Share Posted June 16, 2009 Elfin and owners Elfin HUGS and STRENGTH to you both J xox Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kelly_Louise Posted June 16, 2009 Share Posted June 16, 2009 Thank you all again, I am such a stress-head! I would say you had quite a good reason to be... I would have been frantic too. Glad she is on the mend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
altheau Posted June 16, 2009 Share Posted June 16, 2009 Great news =] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oonga Posted June 16, 2009 Share Posted June 16, 2009 sounding good for Elfin What a relief Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poodlefan Posted June 16, 2009 Share Posted June 16, 2009 My little girl is a lot better today, even pestering me to take her for a walk! Thank you all again, I am such a stress-head! I wonder if she had stomach cramps??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elfin Posted June 16, 2009 Author Share Posted June 16, 2009 My little girl is a lot better today, even pestering me to take her for a walk! Thank you all again, I am such a stress-head! I wonder if she had stomach cramps??? According to the vets, she may "have been leaking fluid into her into her gut" causing the dehydration, nausea and severe cramping. She is definitely feeling better, and so am I! Thanks again, everyone! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ninahartland Posted June 16, 2009 Share Posted June 16, 2009 Only just seen this thread So happy to hear your girl is recovering....it's such a stressful time when they're not well. Hugs to you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
all that glitters Posted June 16, 2009 Share Posted June 16, 2009 YAY I am so glad this has a happy ending!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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