Molly's puking // UPDATE: POST #18

[chocolatepuppy]

Thank goodness it wasn't more serious. Here's hoping you feel better soon Molly.

[BC_MoM]

Molly just threw up to food that the vet gave us. Not even digested.

[chocolatepuppy]

Maybe her tummy is still too upset to hold the food down. I'd call the vets tomorrow and ask them about her throwing up the food, maybe it was just too soon to eat. I will keep Molly in my prayers.

[critter crazy]

awwww....poor molly! I had no idea dogs could get tonsillitis either! but I did find this.

Tonsillitis is an inflammation of the tonsils. The tonsils are part of the lymphatic system. Canines have two tonsils, one each located on the sides of the oral cavity at the rear. They are found within a fold of tissue referred to as a tonsillar crypt. When enlarged, they fold out of the crypt and are easily visible with the naked eye. What are the symptoms?

As with other throat and mouth irritations, many dogs will be reluctant to eat and will drool excessively because swallowing is painful. Other dogs with the same condition will swallow repeatedly. The tonsils will appear enlarged and reddened.

What are the risks?

As in humans, tonsillitis is seldom serious; however, it can be chronic and annoying.

What is the management?

The cause of the enlarged tonsils should be determined. Streptococcus or other bacteria frequently infect the area. Antibiotics are effective if bacteria are the cause. Foreign objects, such as sticks, lodged in the throat can also cause inflammation of the tonsils. Only in severe chronic tonsillitis of unknown origin should the tonsils be removed. The canine tonsils are lymphoid tissue and therefore important in fighting diseases. When possible, they should be left intact.


http://www.purinaone.com/dogcare_con...leNumber=30074

Get well soon Molly!

[caseysmom]

I didn't even know dogs had tonsils

Glad you found out it is nothing serious. Is this bacterial?

[lizbud]

Hope Molly is feeling better today.

[BC_MoM]

Thanks, lizbud.

caseysmom, yes, it is a bacterial infection in the tonsils.. or something like that.

Molly is getting back to normal. She held her breakfast down this morning, and is acting more alert. We're only going to give her the gastro canned food until it's gone, to make sure that we've waited long enough to let her start eating kibble again.

Molly and I really appreciate the prayers for her.

[Taz_Zoee]

I have been following this thread from the beginning, but haven't posted.
I am so glad to hear Molly is doing better. Keep it up girl!

[BC_MoM]

Thanks, Cindy.

Here is a cute photo of Jersey snuggling with Molly.

[Kfamr]

Glad Molly is getting better. I had been checking this thread for updates since you posted, so you two have been in my thoughts.

Kudos to you and your family for getting Molly to the vet right away. That's a responsible pet owner right there!

[loveallfurryfriends]

I am glad that Molly is going to be ok!!