Smokey's Not Feeling Well

[lizbud]

I'm really starting to worry about Smokey.:( He Has eaten
only 1/2 cup of food in the past three days. He's always been
a picky eater, but has never not eaten all day. He drinks water
like mad, but won't even take a dog bisquet. I called the Vets
office (Dr. not in, but office open for shots, etc.) and made an
appt. for tomorrow morning at 8am.

He's "leaked" a bit in the house, which is not like him at all, so
I'm thinking maybe a bladder infection? He's got me worried &
I'm keeping a eye on him. Good wishes are welcome.

[lovemyshiba]

Poor Smokey:(

I don't know what it could be, but refusing food like that can't be good, I'm sure.

I'll be thinking of dear Smokey, and praying for him to feel better.

Please let us know what the vet says.

[ChrisH]

Poor Smokey. :(

Prayers and positive thoughts on the way.

Chris

[Karen]

Awww, Smokey, hope you're soon back being okay dokey! Stop worring momma now, and eat!

[lizbud]

Thanks for prayers & good thoughts for Smokey.I was thinking
maybe he felt a little left out since getting Maggie, so I took him
on a solo trip to PatsMart yesterday. He loved it & rode well in
the car & acted fine in the store. I've evn tried feeding him late
at night when Maggie's asleep, but he just turns up his nose.:(

Maybe I should have taken him to the Vets yesterday, but he's
not acting "sick". I don't know what else to try, so he's off to
see the Dr. in the morning.

[tatsxxx11]

Oh Liz, I was so distressed to hear that Smokey wasn't feeling well. Like you, my first thought was that perhaps he might be reacting to the changes in his life. Hopefully it's something minor and with a little help from the vet, he'll be back to his old self in no time. We'll be thinking of you all tomorrow. Please check back after the visit and give Smokey and Maggie May, a big hug from me. Get well soon Smokey!!!

[Cookiebaker]

I hope you feel better soon, Smokey. You worry all of us! Please let us know what the Dr says tomorrow.

Malone thinkz you are nutz for turning your nose up at cookies!! :eek: ;)

[KYS]

Sending many good wishes and prayers that Smokey
will be ok.

[captain]

Oh Liz,
Let us know what the Dr says about Smokey .....

Come on Smokey ....... all food is good food ..... :D

[koxka]

Good luck at the vet's visit! Hope he is only protesting about the attention he have share,now, with Maggie.

[Cinder & Smoke]

Hi God ~

Are Ya *bizzie* on Monday?

Kan You meet Smokey (dat's LIZ's Smokey) at da White Coat Lab?

He's not eatin rite - an his Mom is purdy wurried bout him...
Be a Big Help if You kuld be there ta help Check him Out.

We'll all be Litin Kandilz tanite;
an we'll be sendin a Prayer before we hop inta bed.

Thanks, God!

/s/ the Prayer Pups

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Hey Smokey ~

Ask Mom to cook up a batch of Chickin an Rice,
or Hamburger an Rice -
we *like* dat when we have a Tendur Tummie.

Hope ya Feel Better - SOON!

[Basset Mom]

Has Smokey been drinking really a lot of water as if he can't get enough? He probably just has an infection my friends dog just had that and she needed to flush him, I'm not sure how she did that but she said it worked. You might want to take a urine sample with you so the Vet can check for this when you take him in. Hope all goes well at the Vet and it will be nothing serious. We will sling some basset drool his way and some prayers too. Keep us posted on his visit to the white coat.

[Logan]

This is the first time I've check in for several days, Liz. I'm sorry Smokey isn't feeling well. :( Hope you will get some answers this morning and that he will be better soon!!!!

Logan

[lizbud]

Took Smokey in to the Vets this moring to get checked out.
He has a temp of 104 (slightly elevated) & after a blood test,
the Dr. said his creatinine level is elevated. He has a kidney
infection ,loose stools & is dehydrated.:( The Vet said it was too
soon to say there was any kidney damage done, but put Smokey
on a broad-spectum antibiotic. The Dr. wants to see Smokey again on Wednesday morning. Doc gave Smokey an injection
of the antibiotic ,so hopefully he should feel better quicker.

Doc did say the blood test had him very concerned. We have to
take a "wait & see" attitude, till he checks him again.Smokey
didn't make a sound while he was poked & prodded, leg shaved
and a shot.He's such a sweetie.:)

[Logan]

Liz, I hope that Wednesday morning's report will be much more positive, and that the antibiotics will do the trick for sweet Smokey. Hang in there!

Logan

[lovemyshiba]

Well Smokey, I'm glad to hear you were such a good boy at the vet's office. I bet you knew it would make you feel better.

I'm sorry about the infection, I hope that this can be treated with the antibiotic quickly, and Smokey will be back to his old self in no time:)

I'll be thinking positive for dear Smokey, that everything will be ok, and that all infections go away.

[Basset Mom]

Praying that all goes well on Wed. He is pointing to the road to recovery. Take one day at a time. Prayers can make things happen , ours prayers are for you and Smokey. Keep us posted.

[cloverfdx]

Oh no poor Smokey :(, get well thoughts and prayers are on the way for the sweet guy.

[robinh]

Prayers and good wishes for Smokey. Hope the antibiotic works and he's back to his sweet self soon.

[Albea]

Liz, I'm sorry I didn't check before. I hope the antibiotics work fast and Smokey goes back to his old cheerful self quickly.
Best wishes for a quick recovery and good news from the vet on Wednesday.

[tatsxxx11]

Liz, Smokey, all of us here are hoping and praying for a swift and complete recovery:) What a good pup patient you were, sweetheart:) Hopefully with the medication, you'll be feeling better very soon! Please check back with us Wednesday, Liz. All paws and fingers crossed!!! Love, Sandra, Cody and Star

[ChrisH]

Prayers and positive thoughts that the meds do the trick, and for nothing but good news from the vet visit on Wednesday.

{hugs}
Chris

[lizbud]

Thanks for the prayers. :) I must admit when the Vet came
out front to the reception area with the printout of test results,
and said "This doesn't look good" , my heart sank a little bit.

I never thought this problem could be anything but a minor
thing. Smokey's never really been sick before. I can't wait to get
home from work tonight & hug the little guy.:)

[LorraineO]

oh dear,,,, I am praying for your Smokey,, keep us posted and all...:confused:

[captain]

Hugs to you and the darlin boy ......

[Sudilar]

Originally posted by lizbud
"This doesn't look good" , my heart sank a little bit.

Liz, I hate those words....

I am lighting a candle right now for Smokey, so that all the tests are back to normal on Wednesday. I will be waiting for news and praying for Smokey's recovery. Hugs.

[Cincy'sMom]

Paws and Fingers cross Smokey gets better quick!! We too have been battle an infection, and the vet at first thought kidneys. They don't seem to think that now, but we'll see when we take in another urine sample tomorrow.

[RottiMommy49]

I'll be praying for Smokey that it's nothing serious and he's on the mend very soon. If only they could talk!
Good luck, my thought's are with you and Smokey.

Hugs Deb

[Sudilar]

Hope you are feeling at least a little better today, Smokey!

[pitc9]

I'm so sorry to hear he's not feeling well. Prayers and good thoughts for you and Smokey!
I hope the meds work fast, and he feels better soon!!

Keep us updated!!

[lizbud]

Smokey took his meds last night & this morning wrapped in a piece of braunschweiger. He even ate a few dog bisquets. No
real food unfortunately. :( He went to bed (in the big bed)
around 7pm & stayed quite all evening. I kept Maggie busy with
a few new chew bones so she wouldn't bug him. He seemed
exhausted & didn't want to play at all. He acted a little better
this morning (more alert) but still wouldn't eat anything.

I'm hoping the vet will be able to tell me something positive
tomorrow.

p.s. It was so cute, when Smokey went into bed, Maggie(who's
not allowed in the bedroom yet) curled up and took a nap in the
hallway just outside the bedroom door. :)

[tatsxxx11]

Thanks for the update Liz. It's only been a day, so let's hope that by tonight/tomorrow morning, Smokey will regain a bit more of his appetite. Poor Smokey:( At least he took his meds and a few cookies. You go the vet tomorrow, right? All paws and fingers crossed for a little good news...And Maggie, what a good lil sis you are to your new brudder:) How sweet:) Give the kids hugs for me please, Liz.

[Sudilar]

Awwww, how cute of Maggie to stand guard at Smokey's door.
Still thinking of you and Smokey and praying that tomorrow will bring a diagnosis. Hugs.

[Cinder & Smoke]

Originally posted by Cinder & Smoke

Hey Smokey ~

Ask Mom to cook up a batch of Chickin an Rice,
or Hamburger an Rice -
we *like* dat when we have a Tendur Tummie.


Liz ~

Try some WELL cooked hamburger mixed with some white rice -
with a lil bit of gravey if you have some...
The *smell* alone ought to interest him!
;)

[RobiLee]

Checking in on Smokey. I hope he is better today.


Robin

[Logan]

We have our fingers crossed, Liz, that Smokey is feeling better today, and that you will get some answers at the vet to help him get better in no time!!!

We love you, Smokey! :)

[Cincy'sMom]

Hope things go well at the vet's today. You are in our thoughts.

[Sudilar]

Good luck, Smokey, our prayers are with you today (and always)!

[lizbud]

The Vet check Smokey out again today. They took more blood
and checking his temp, etc. Doc said the blood evaluation does
not show any dramatic changes. Still high on white cell count.
He's still concerned (so am I) that Smokey still isn't eating. Doc
gave Smokey a bowl of wet food in the office, but Smokey didn't
want any of it. :( I'm supposed to continue with the anti-biotic
& he gave me some sulfasalazine to take 2x a day also.

The Vet wants to see him on Friday morning again. He told me
to tempt Smokey with chicken,cheese,baloney or anything else
that he once liked as a test to get him to eat something. If this
fails, Smokey will get an x-ray to check for blockage. Smokey
does seem more alert & perky this morning, so I'm hoping if he
stays on the meds a few more days, it might make a difference.

It's quite a scene at our house at feeding time, Maggie will eat
anything not nailed down.LOL and I "beg" Smokey to try anything.

Please keep sending up with prayers for Smokey.He's lost 4 1/2
lbs. :( Liz.

[pitc9]

Prayers on the way for you and Smokey!

I know when I want my dogs to eat, all I have to do is open a can of Tuna Fish! All I do is put the water on their food and it's GONE!!!!!

[Sudilar]

I can truly empathize, Liz. Hugs. I've cried many a time in the past with Killian. At one time he lost 15 lbs. in 2 weeks when liver disease was first diagnosed.
Braunschweiger sometimes works, salmon with oil, peanut butter, tuna, cheese....
Good luck on finding something. Which anti-biotic is he on? Sometimes that will give him a stomach ache.
My heart and prayers are with you and Smokey.

[ChrisH]

Keeping Smokey boy in my prayers.

{{big hugs}}

[Rachel]

Oh, no! I just found this thread and as I was reading through it, I was hoping that by the time I got to here, the news would be that Smokey had regained his appetite. :( The weight dropping so fast is what Hannah experienced with a few days of not eating as well when she was in the veterinary clinic several years ago. At least Smokey is staying hydrated and as soon as he feels a bit better, his appetite should return. I hope you are able to get the medication down. We all send our love.

[robinh]

Smokey, sweetie - please eat for momma. She's so worried about you.

I keep a couple of the little cans of mighty dog. The only time any of them get it is if they've been sick and won't eat. They a spoonful a couple of times a day to tempt them.

Lots and lots of prayers coming your way!!

[pipersmom]

I'm praying for Smokey.

[lizbud]

Sue,

Smokey's taking Baytril for the infection.

Thanks Cinder & Smoke & everyone else for the suggestions.
I'm stopping at the store on my way home from work today and
I'm loading up on a lot of these tempting foods for Smokey. I am
really glad that he felt well enough to play with Maggie this morning, that's something.:)

[tatsxxx11]

C'mon Smokey Man, you have to eat for your mommy. She and all of us, are worried about you:( Liz, hopefully the meds are just starting to kick in. Playing with Maggie is a good thing:D We continue to send all our love and lots of prayers are being said for dear Smokey's quick recovery!!! Love, Sandra, Cody and Star:)

[Rachel]

Hope today's report will include a little more good news, like chomping down some food, Smokey.

[Sudilar]

Hope you're feeling better today, Smokey!!

[snappy]

Did Smokey bite on the tempting food? Is he feeling better? I surely hope so. Our paws are crossed for him!

[lizbud]

Smokey did eat some last night & this morning.:) It was
only a hand full of kibble mixed with Mighty Dog chicken/gravy.
He's had his second dose of the sulfa drug to lesson inflamation
in his intestines. Smokey did barf up some white fomey stuff
after eating this morning, but I think that's because his stomach
hasn't had food in so long.

He's playing with Maggie some, but still seems a little tired. I
took today & tomorrow off from work to be around him more.
He can't seem to hold his pee for more than a few hours & has
been having accidents in the house. :( It makes him feel terrible
when he does this so I'm going to stay around to let him out
more often & keep an eye on him.Hopefully, with time & the meds, he can continue to get better every day. :)

Thanks for being here for encouragement & prayers guys.:)

[robinh]

Poor baby! Momma knows you don't mean to have accidents, Smokey!

When my Peach used to have accidents, she was so ashamed of herself. I tried to tell her I understood, but she would just slink off and hide her head. I felt so bad for her.

Bless his heart - he's really trying to get better. Give him a {hug} for me.

[Albea]

Smokey dear, I'm so happy to read that you're felling a little bit better.:)
Now, if you try to eat the yummy food your mommy is giving you, you'll be able to play much more with sis Maggie.
Fingers and paws crossed here, with many good wishes for a quick recovery.
Hugs to you, Maggie, and Liz too.

[Logan]

I'm so glad you are home with Smokey, Liz. Bless his darling heart, I hope he will be back to his normal, happy self, soon. :)

[Cincy'sMom]

Glad Smokey is starting to eat again. Hope there is good news at the vet's tomorrow.

[tatsxxx11]

Go Smokey!!!:) Baby steps maybe, but progess none the less:) Keep up the good work Smokey and keep eating those yummy meals your mommy's mixing up for you:) Hugs and kisses to you Smokey!

[lizbud]

Smokey is doing much better today.:D The Vet called me early this morning before our appointment to see if he was eating &
how he acted otherwise. I gave the Vet a good report & so
Smokey didn't have to go into the office. I did have to go pick up
more of the sulphasalezine RX, as he has to stay on that for a
while longer.

When Smokey & Maggie were playing in the yard this morning,
I saw some of that happy pupster he was before he got sick.:)
Smokey, Maggie and I thank you for the prayers.:)

[Logan]

Yeah! What a great way to end the week, Liz, with a good report!!! :) You guys have a terrific weekend.

Logan

[Sudilar]

Things are looking up!!!! Yayyyyy! That's great news!

[ChrisH]

Aw, Liz, that news has made my day! :D Hugs & kisses to the sweet boy, and Maggie too of course! :)

Keeping him in my prayers for a full recovery.

Chris

[tatsxxx11]

Woo hoo! I was thrilled to hear the happy update. You must be feeling such relief, Liz:) Keep the course, dear Smokey and you guys have a great weekend, eating and playing! Paws crossed for Smokey's complete recovery!

[Cincy'sMom]

Glad to hear Smokey is feeling better!!

[trayi52]

Just seen this, glad to hear Smokey is feeling better. I will keep Smokey in my prayers that he will continue to improve.

Willie:)

[Basset Mom]

:) The power of prayer and Smokey's loving momma can cure anything. So glad to hear he is doing better he's on the road back to healthy. We will keep him in our prayers yet though.
I've gone thru this with mine too and it takes awhile to stop worrying about them.

[Stenograsaurus]

I'm glad to hear that Smokey is feeling better and able to enjoy his sister again.

[Rachel]

Good boy, Smokey. You got to eat to get better and stay strong. Your mama needs you and you got lots to teach that new sister.
I hope each day you feel better and better. And don't be scaring us like this any more.

[anna_66]

Liz I'm sorry to have just seen this. I'm so glad to hear that Smokey was feeling better yesterday...how is he doing today? Just as good or better I hope!
I'll be saying a little prayer for him today:)
Hugs and kissses
Anna

[Sudilar]

Hi, Smokey, how are you today???

[lizbud]

Smokey says "Howdy".:D He's seems to be doing very well.
Still eating, as long as I add a little bit of Mighty dog meat &
gravy to his kibble. He takes all his medicine, but still drinks
water like he's not had any in days. I'm thinking it's his medicine.
Smokey & Maggie played for a few hours in the back yard this
morning. They almost caught a squirrel at one point.:rolleyes:

I took them both for a short walk down the street and back.
Boy was that an experience.:D I lost first one leash & then the other at least once. This is going to take some practice.:D

Thanks for asking ( and praying) for my Smokey Man.:)

[Sudilar]

I'm so glad to hear a good report!!!

LOL, Liz, walking two dogs at once is a challenge!! Killian and Shiloh have it down to a science now. Sometimes we even use our two in one connected leash. Now that's fun!

[RottiMommy49]

It's great to hear that Smokey is feeling better and eating again. He's so lucky to have a wonderfull Mommy!!!:)

Keep it up Smokey so your Mommy isn't worried. God Bless!!!
Prayers for Smokey to keep getting better.

((Doggy Hugs))

Monty & Kiki
http://ibelieveinangels.mypicgallery.com/ROTTIANGELS/dcp-8419_large.jpg

Healing Hugs.....Deb

[tatsxxx11]

What a happy update Liz!!! Smokey and Maggie are so lucky to have such a wonderful mom like you:) What an image I got of you walking the puppers. Now kids, don't wear your mommy out:D Keep up the good work Smokey! We're so happy you're on the mend!!! Love and happy tails wags, Sandra, Cody and Star:)

[Miss Meow]

I'm so glad he's on the mend - it's great news!

Hugs to you and Smokey from all of us :D

[pipersmom]

Atta boy Smokey!! Prayers answered.

[ramanth]

Glad to hear Smokey is doing better! :D

[Basset Mom]

Originally posted by lizbud
Smokey says "Howdy".:D He's seems to be doing very well.
Still eating, as long as I add a little bit of Mighty dog meat &
gravy to his kibble. He takes all his medicine, but still drinks
water like he's not had any in days. I'm thinking it's his medicine.
Smokey & Maggie played for a few hours in the back yard this
morning. They almost caught a squirrel at one point.:rolleyes:

I took them both for a short walk down the street and back.
Boy was that an experience.:D I lost first one leash & then the other at least once. This is going to take some practice.:D

Thanks for asking ( and praying) for my Smokey Man.:)

I really hate to ask this but the drinking water like he hasn't had any for days part, has he been checked for diabetis? It could be from the meds but I had a dog that developed diabetis and that was one of the symptom. You might want to ask your vet about this if he hasn't already been checked. Hope it's just the meds making him so thirsty. We are still keeping him in our prayers.

[K9karen]

Oh, just shoot me at this point..I'm so far behind on PT I could scream! :mad:
Liz, my friend, I'm so sorry to be so belated in replying, yet so glad that I was able to read the good news on the Smoke-Man! :)

Cousin Klo and I are keeping Smokey in our prayers that recovery continues! My heart skipped a beat when I started this thread, Our sweet Smokes- met him on Day 1..he's part of our family and we love him dearly.....

[shais_mom]

No worries Karen! I am farther behind in dog health then you!
Liz I feel so bad for missing this for over a MONTH OMgolly!
How is sweet Smokey?!
Kisses and gently hugs to the little man.

[lizbud]

:) Not to worry guys, Smokey is feeling 100% better now.

I think I must have missed the early warning signs of his problem
because I thought maybe it was Maggie making the pee spots
inside the house. It was only when he stopped eating that it
dawned on me what was really going on. He's doing great now,
even slowed down on the water & only drinks normally. It was
the very first time he ever was really sick before & it was pretty
scary. I'll be sure to deliver the hugs & kisses anyway. Thanks.:)

[Sudilar]

Glad to hear that Smokey is all better now!!

[KYS]

Now that is great news!! :D

[tatsxxx11]

Great news Liz!!! It's tough for us mom's, dealing with our pup's first major illness! So glad to hear he's all better now! Hugs and kisses to you Smokey!:)