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STILL no results from the blood work?
Where in the world did they send it too??
Hope you get the results soon, and yes... no news very well could be good news!
Also glad to hear they've not gotten into any spats!
Yikes... you, Kay, Jess, Amy... new pups all around.... makes my mind start thinking.... hummm.... what's one more? :o
Chipper was definitely acting Chipper on Saturday!! He is just SO cute!! The digital pictures turned out pretty well too. The problem is that the files are too big to send via email, so Mike is burning copies of the pictures on CD for you all...that means it will have to be mailed...unfortunately.
I'm glad that Chipper is doing well. How are the samples going?
Just got off the phone with Dr. Byl! He was encouraged to hear how Chipper is doing. He said the soft stool is likely from the wet food and/or the medication. I wasn't concerned since there has been no diarreha but it's good to have an explanation. Dr. Byl is curious what Chipper weighs right now to see if he's gaining weight or holding steady. He still looks thin but a lot of it is due to his build.
The test results are back!!
The Cobalamin/Folate showed intestinal bacterial growth.
Dr. Byl is happy we all agreed on the course of antibiotics vs. the endoscopy at this point. The antibiotics should clear that up.
His TLI levels were low but not disturbingly low. His are at 4.8. What that means:
Values between 3.5 and 5.0 µg/L are rarely if ever associated with signs of EPI (Exocrine pancreatic insufficiency) but may reflect subclinical pancreatic disease such as subtotal pancreatic acinar cell destruction secondary to on-going immune-mediated lymphocytic pancreatitis. Progression of the disease in such patients may ultimately lead to EPI.
PLI was normal.
The fecal culture did show some bacteria that is associated with GI issues but the Baytril he is on should clear it up.
His course of medication ends on Friday. We'll keep a close eye on him to make sure he doesn't regress without the medication. Seeing as it's possible he could develop pancreatic issues in the future I plan to put him and Kia on Solid Gold Holistique Blendz. :)
Molly, They wolfed down the samples of Solid Gold at home same as they did in the store. I plan to switch to it once the Canidae is gone. :)
Honey- TLI numbers explain a lot. This looks really good! All treatable ... I am relieved!
YEAH!! I'm glad it's very treatable. He sure seemed healthy on Saturday.
Excellent! Does that mean you can come down once a month to get your food!? ;) :DQuote:
Originally Posted by ramanth
We need prayers badly.
Chipper is regressing. He's had diarreha yesterday and today and both days had diarreha in his crate when I got home from work. There were spots that looked suspiciously like blood today.
He's lethargic again and refuses to eat. :( :( No vomiting though and he is drinking water.
We are so at a loss.
If his condition does not improve by tomorrow he'll need to go back to MSU and likely have the endoscopy done.
:( Oh no! I'm so, so sorry to hear that. Chipper will be in my thoughts and prayers. This has to be so hard on all of you.
Oh Chipper, I'm so sorry you're feeling badly again. I pray that you will get better, but you're probably going to need to see those nice doctors again.
Prayers coming your way, Chipper. Hope you start to feel better very soon. Hugs.
Thanks. This is sooo stressful. :(
He was microchipped yesterday and Andy wonders if that's why he's not feeling well. He had diarreha before getting chipped though, but if it is as simple as that, it would be a blessing.
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Hi God ~
Sorrie to bother - we know You're gettin ready for Jeasus' Birfday ...
but it's purdy important ... 'bout lil Chipper ... nudder case of UppieSet Insides.
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We wuz all happie kuz he seemed to be Feelin GREAT - Eatin an Playin an Happie.
NunBuddie knowz why or how he gotz ta feelin so bad so quick ... http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/confused.gif
Kan You *Look It Up* inna Big Book - an talk it over wiffa White Coat Gang at MSU?
We'd sure like ta have him Feelin Gud fur Chrissmiss - Iffin You can arrange dat.
An how'z his Chipper Pfund ...
do we need ta kollekt summore Pennies to help get him Fixed Up??
We gotz da Prayer Kandilz all Lighted up inna winnow - kan You see em fruuma Bridge, God?
We'll keep da Prayers commin, too.
THANKS fur Your Help, God.
/s/ the Prayer Pups anna Purrayer Kat.
Oh no. :( I am so sorry to hear that.What in the world can this be?
I hope you guys can get some answers soon & Chipper can start to feel
better & stay better. This must be so stressful for everyone. :(
I will pray as hard as possible to get this little guy cured.
Ah man, *stamps foot*, I am so sorry to hear this. Prayers going out for our special boy.
Glad you are better Chipper!
My casey gets an upset stomach pretty easy, maybe he is just one of those sensitive dogs...I sure hope its nothing serious.
Thanks all.
He vomited some yellow bile at 7. He's been crashed out on the couch ever since and not really interested in anything.
*small edit* Just now at 8 pm, Andy saw our neighbor out with his dog, Chubbs. With much encouraging, Chipper followed Andy and Kia out onto the patio and wagged his tail while sniffing Chubbs. His usual reaction is full out jumping up and down and whining wanting to wrestle but it was nice to see his tail up. Once back inside he curled up on the couch.
Still doesn't want food.
Keep those prayers coming!!!
Around 8:30, Andy went to open a kraft single cheese slice to snack on and Chipper sat straight up on the couch and wagged his tail. So Andy gave him a small piece and he devoured it!!! So he fed him another piece and before we knew it he ate the whole cheese slice! Not sure if that's bad for him but I couldn't help cheering him on.
So we tried to think of what we could give him. We decided to put some tuna juice on the crunchies. He nibbled half heartedly at it and sat staring longingly at the tuna can. So we fed him a piece and he gobbled it down.
Just now he ate a can of tuna mixed in with a cup of rice. He didn't eat the whole thing at once as we fed it in increments. Chipper also didn't care for the rice plain and ate it grudingly since the tuna was mixed in. But he did eat!
He had a little rawhide last week and a Beggin' Strip treat on Monday. Other than that nothing but his prescription food we still have from MSU. I'm hoping the upset tummy is from that and not something else.
Keep those PT prayers coming! :D
*edit* Andy just took him out and he peed a little, had a tiny soft poop and jogged with him and greeted some people. He's now playing fetch!! :D :D
Oh keep praying.... get him better!!
EEEE! Now he's wrestling with Kia!
Chipper is just going to keep us on our knees for a while, isn't he? Do you think he may have a sensitive tummy and that raw hide or the Beggin Strip might have been a bit too much for him? Sounds like he is perking up a bit tonight. I do hope that he will continue to improve. I know this has to be wearing you out.
I sure hope that Chipper is now on the road to recovery and that it's nothing serious. Lots more prayers and positive thoughts are being sent his way.
Rachel, we are thinking that. So now he's not getting anything but his dog food and the training treats (that the vet said were okay).
He also shredded a tennis ball earlier this week. I thought I got it away from him in time, but I'm wondering if he swallowed a piece.
He's really perking up. After the wrestle session with Kia, Andy offered him the remaining plain rice and he gobbled it down. Andy was curious, she he offered Chipper a handful of crunchies. He ate 7 handfuls! :)
He played tug with Andy, then tug with Kia, then entertained himself with a squeaky toy. He's now outside with Andy.
I think he likes to keep me on my toes (and knees as you said ;) ) You'd think he's starved for attention or something... :p :rolleyes: :D
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Originally Posted by ramanth
Does he by any chance go "MeeeOwe" when he speaks - rather than *Bark* ??
It's one thing to have an "I don't wanna eat" type of "funk" ...
but to have serious "runs" frequently is NOT good. :(
Even if he "seems better" - I'd chat with the MSU White Coats and try to test
for whatever is causing the runs to happen. The Tests might not need to happen before Christmas ...
but I'd think it needs to be looked at some more.
Keep Feelin "Better", Mr. Chips!!
:)
Perhaps Chipper has something like Irritable Bowel Syndrome?? Hopefully you guys find out what's wrong with him and that he recovers fully for GOOD soon!!
I know how stressed you are -- we're having problems with Molly right now too and are having NO luck whatsoever what exactly is causing her problems.
Prayers and good thoughts his way. Glad to hear he's perking up again.
I would honestly not ever give him rawhide or beggin strips again. Neither is good for their digestive tract, especially for a sensitive dog. They do better with just large raw meaty bones or bully sticks. The rawhide can really do a number and is not digsetible, which can harbor bacteria in the gut and make them really sick. The beggin strip is just junk food and he doesn't need it so probably just best not to have him ingest the chemicals and colorings used in it, just to be safe.
Glad he's feeling some better. Hope he pulls out of it soon!
Oh dear. I hope he will continue to feel better, Kimmy. It is so hard to know what to treat and for how long. My 3 have just finished worm treatments to take care of every kind of worm possible, except tapeworms. We had to deal with some of the worst diarrhea and throwing up that I have ever known.
Give Chipper a kiss from me, please.
Logan
lots of love
hugs
and prayers sent on the way! :)
Chipper and family are all still in my thoughts and prayers. Feel better Chipper!!! :)
I don't think I have replied in this thread before but I have been following Chipper's progress (plus non :( ) and keeping him in my prayers. My heart sank when I read of his relapse then rose up again at the last two reports.
Love, hugs and prayers for the sweet boy.
Looks like things are turning around.
Despite having diarreha this morning, he ate his breakfast. I also gave him an anti-diarrehal pill I had from the vet.
He played with Kia as well.
He's never going to get rawhide or any "junk-food" treats again. It's obvious he has a sensitive tummy and we'll have to give nice wholesome treats from now on. :)
Thanks for prayers. They worked wonders once again. :) We'll be sure to keep an eye on his progress and give the vets a call.
Good Kim...rawhides are not good things at all...the all natural ones aren't bad, but the ones that you get at Petsmart, etc are not good! They don't digest.
I will check with Mike and maybe we can find him some good treats that will be ok for his tummy. I am wondering about the Dogswell Happy Hips that are duck breast...an alternate protein source.
Aww Chipper, its good to hear that you're feeling better! All these ups and downs are scarin' your mom to death. Keep feeling healthy! ;)
On a side note, you may want to avoid treats/foods with "colors". Such as the beggin strips, snausages, t-bonez, k9 carryouts...in the long run, I think this is what a vet friend of mine said, a buildup of the "colors" can cause some pacreatitis and similar problems. What kibble do you feed? Do you feed raw too? Maybe it's an allergy to the colors in the treats...
I just got done reading all the new updates and I'm so happy to hear he's doing better.
Do you remember my friend Jennifer with all the huskies? One of her fosters had the runs forever, just couldn't find the right food for him either.
Must be very frustrating to have this keep happening.
I have to say that I think your making a good decision not giving him any more treats. I just hope it works!
Lots more prayers being sent your way.
(((HUGS)))
Oh Chipper!!
I hope and pray your tummy gets set on the right track soon!
Your new family is worried about you and your tummy!
Thanks all. Molly, I think those Dogswell products are worth a try. Chipper really likes the Zukes as well. We only have the Mini Naturals training treats, but we plan to pick up some other varieties.
areias, once they are done with the Canidae, we'll be switching them to Solid Gold Holisitque. :)
When we adopted Chipper (and at the expo) we were given so many freebies and of course that's where the Beggin' Strips and other treats like that came from.
Kia is part goat and eats anything not nailed down. So dealing with a sensitive tummy is different and hard but not impossible. I'm sure Kia will enjoy the new yummier treats. ;) :D
I'm glad to hear Chipper is feeling a bit better after he was sick again. I'm hoping all he has is a sensitive stomach. It doesn't take much to give Nebo diarrhea, he had it fairly regularly (about every 2 weeks) as well as throwing up when he was on a chicken based food (natural balance). He's had lots of tests, more than once, and they've never found anything wrong with him. He's been a lot better since he's been on a venison based food (natural balance too). I've come home to diarrhea and throwing up in his crate several timnes and rushed him to the vet only to spend lots of money and find out nothing. I've stopped buying any of the "soft" treats except Zuke's they all seem to have lots of colors, propylene glycol, etc. in them. I still give him milkbones (one in his kong each day) I know they aren't the best but he loves them and they don't seem to bother him. It's not that uncommon for Nebo to skip his dinner either, maybe Chipper is like him.
I'm so glad hes doing better! :)
I'm really glad to read that Chipper appears to be on the mend. I had to stop giving Sasha rawhide treats earlier this year. She got the same reaction, vomiting and dirreah. She's not had them in over 6 months now and is doing just fine.
Thanks everyone. :)
He's still having diarreha but it's not explosive :eek: or bloody. He turned his nose up to breakfast but I think he's just really tired of the prescription Eukanuba that MSU sent home with us. I mixed in a little Canidae and he started to eat.
He's also been having some stinky farts. Phew! Making my eyes water. :o
Poor Chipper. Tummy problems are no fun at all. I do hope he continues
to improve day by day.
Sorry to hear Chipper is having more issues, but hope he continues to improve.
My BIL's dog has allergies to just about everything. His girlfriend mixes up oatmeal and bakes it for him into cookies...I don't think it is anything but the oatmeal, and he loves it. I'll see if I can find out exactly how she does it, as it might be a treat for Chipper.
I hope you find some good foods that Chipper and his stomach like. Feel better Chipper!