Clover is getting spayed Dec 2nd

[sasvermont]

I hope all runs smoothly a the vet with the Xray.

Most spayings run smoothly. I was surprised to hear you are having problems.

I think my Vet told me not to feed my dog the first day. I don't recall any advice about water etc. My dog did have a pain shot before she came home and was very still for a couple of days.

Each dog is so different and circumstances are different.

One cannot rule out problems but they certainly are the exception to the rule for routine procedures like spaying.

I hope the xray shows nothing and that all you need to do is to keep her quiet. Dogs can go a few days without eating huge meals. But they do need food and water eventually.

Keep us posted with her updates as we are all worried, just not as much as you are, that's for sure. We all worry for our beloved furry pets.

Good luck at the vet's.

[luvofallhorses]

Well there is a risk with any surgery, the anestetics are harder on some dogs than others, even pups. I hope she checks out ok at the vets. (((hugs)))

[Sowa]

She got an x-ray. The vet said it's a little hard to read considering she just had surgery. It shows some inflammation or something in her belly but she said that is normal for her surgery but could also show something is in there. There was an object in her stomach that she's unsure of. She said it if it is a bone or something it doesn't match all of her symptoms. She took blood work to test for pancreatitis (I'm not sure if that is the right word) She gave her a shot of penicillin, and told me to put some electrolytes in her water. So basically I still have no clue

[chocolatepuppy]

I will continue to pray for your Clover. I hope still, this is not serious. I'm so sorry you have to go through this. {hugs}

[Sowa]

I got the blood work results. She said her pancreatic levels are a little high and some antibiotics should help if it is pancreatitis. She said her protein levels are low, but could be from her age/she just had surgery. Something about her white blood cells are off, like showing inflammation I believe. She said that sorta goes with her surgery too so it's hard to say.

Also, I shouldn't give her tarter busters to chew on again. So can someone help me out here? I need a good chew toy for her that is SAFE. No breaking off bits that will get stuck in her belly. Has to be something she can get a good chew from. She is a Lab and LOVES to chew.

[dab_20]

I got the blood work results. She said her pancreatic levels are a little high and some antibiotics should help if it is pancreatitis. She said her protein levels are low, but could be from her age/she just had surgery. Something about her white blood cells are off, like showing inflammation I believe. She said that sorta goes with her surgery too so it's hard to say.

Also, I shouldn't give her tarter busters to chew on again. So can someone help me out here? I need a good chew toy for her that is SAFE. No breaking off bits that will get stuck in her belly. Has to be something she can get a good chew from. She is a Lab and LOVES to chew.

I would do the antibiotics, otherwise keep an eye on her and I bet she'll feel better within a few days. Healing kisses for Clover! Poor girl, I hope whatever is in her stomach will digest and pass through.

I would do a Kong type of toy with little bumps or pokey things on them to promote teeth cleaning. They last awhile for the most determined of chewers!

[Roxyluvsme13]

Poor Clover girl! I'm so sorry she's having such a rough time with this .

Kongs are good! Also... maybe a raw bone? I'm not sure if those would break off into pieces, though some of them are digestible I think... Don't quote me on that, not a raw bone expert. Maybe a nylabone? Though I think that those might break off into pieces if chewed on enough, but maybe not. Sorry, I'm not being very helpful

[robinh]

Been checking to see how she's doing. Sorry she's having such a hard time. Hope she get better soon. My Molly always has trouble with anesthesia - she gets sick every time.

Kongs are great. If she's a champion chewer like my Woofie, just watch them to make sure she doesn't chew off pieces. We give his Dental Kong a haircut at least once a week. The specialty pet store where we get our dog food sells deer antlers for dogs to chew on. Clerk said they are harder than bones and don't splinter like bones do. And dogs love to gnaw on them.

[luvofallhorses]

Raw marrow bones would be good, they are less likely to splinter than cooked bones. I hope your sweetie is feeling better soon! Kongs are good too, get a big black one those are the most durable. The Galileo bone is good too.
They are VERY durable.
http://www.petsmart.com/product/inde...ductId=2750577

[Sowa]

First of all, I really want to thank everyone for giving us their best wishes and thinking of us. I just noticed how many people have been responding and I'm very grateful. It's very comforting knowing I have a place I can go to and talk about my dog with people who understand how much she means to me. I really don't think some of the people in my life truly understand how much a dog can mean to a person.

That being sad, I'd like to update a little on how Clover is feeling tonight. She certainly seems to be a tiny bit better at least. She has a long way to go but she seems a little more alert and actually got up on her own to go outside which she hasn't done yet.

She's still not eating rice, kibble or anything else. I went out and got her a little wet food. I'm sure that's not great for an upset tummy but I really wanted her to eat just a little. I gave her a small amount, but not all at once because she really wanted to inhale it! I've decided to just give her a little bit for tonight. I also gave her the water/electrolyte stuff the vet gave us.

There is only ONE thing I'm still concerned about at this time. That is her belly is a little bigger then normal. It's pretty round, like where her stomach is, and kinda the area where her rib cage is. She's hasn't been able to poop today either. She tried, but nothing happens. She hasn't had a lot to eat though at all. Vet said she didn't see any feces from the x-ray.

She's laying down now, but not sleeping. I'm worried about her belly...she hasn't had enough to eat for it to get that way.

[luvofallhorses]

She could be bloated from not eating/drinking. You can try to give her some pumpkin (not the pie mix) and see if that helps her go. You can just mix it with her canned food you are giving her. I really hope she is better soon and it's no problem we all care about your girl too, and you.

[Sowa]

Where would I get pumpkin and how do I buy it? Like is it in a can or something? I think my mom told me before you can only get it in huge cans here. The stores are closed now so maybe I'll look tomorrow. Do you think if she's a little bloated that's ok? I just can't stop thinking about "bloat"

[wolf_Q]

Sorry to hear Clover is having troubles. Hope your sweet girl is back to her normal self soon. You can buy it in a can should be at any grocery store just make sure you get the kind without the spices added. My dogs love it.

[Sowa]

Do you think she looks very bloated? (she is a very lean dog, not fat at all)

[luvofallhorses]

Yes you can get it at the store like Wolf_Q said. She does look bloated, has she drank a lot of water? Sometimes dogs get like that if they have drank a lot of water. Or she could be putting on a little winter weight, but I doubt it since she hasn't eaten real good.