Sick again

[Pam]

Poor little Reece! I really did worry about him today. It seems to me that if he is having a problem with his tonsils being swollen that would indicate an infection. Maybe the infection is manifesting itself all through his poor little body and causing the tummy upset. I am not a vet obviously, and not even really very medically knowledgeable, but have had two kids and over the years tonsils and sore throats have been a problem at times. Maybe your vet is doing things OK really. I remember when Bella ate the wood chip my vet talked of x-raying her but felt it would be wiser to wait and see how she did in the meantime. He also felt it might not even show up in an x-ray. I agree that you have to have 100% confidence in your vet. There are two other vets where I go but I always make my appointment with my favorite. If an emergency arises and he's not there then I'd have to take my chances but on routine visits I am choosy.

[aly]

Reece is feeling better! He went to the bathroom tonight and ever since has been bouncing around with Julius. He also keeps asking me for treats.

Maybe it was a ploy to get me to stay home with him today (just kidding) I'm so glad he's feeling better but I'm still going to watch him like a hawk.

The vet told me to stop giving him rawhide. He said there's a lot of digestive problems. Something like it goes through the stomach before its ingested? Wait, I forgot exactly what he said now... long day, sorry.

[crow_noir]

wow! i'm glad he's doing better, but i'm still wishing you the best of luck!

[Pam]

Yay!!! Glad to hear Reece is feeling better and asking for treats. I have heard the same thing about rawhide. Actually heard a PetsMart employee telling that to someone (that it doesn't digest properly). What is the vet planning to do to help him with his little tonsils?

[AdoreMyDogs]

Oh Jeez....I read the post too late...I am so much hoping little Reece keeps getting better. He's such an angel and I love him just from the stuff you have written about him! He makes me want a poodle (along with all of the other lovely poodles) and I truly hope his tummy gets *and stays* better. Hugs and kisses to you, my little Reece buddy.

[Stenograsaurus]

Glad to hear Reece is feeling better. I also heard bad things about rawhide before. It would be nice if that is what is causing the tummy to be upset and they stopped now. I hope Julius finds a home soon. You are a great "foster" mom, Aly.

I'm so glad Reece is feeling better. I was so worried about him. Aly, is there any way you can keep Julius? Just curious!

[aly]

I can't keep Julius because my cat, Shiloh, hates other cats. I've had him for 3 or 4 weeks now and she is still unhappy about his scent (they're always seperated) so I don't think it'd work out. I wish with all of my heart I could keep him because I love him so much. I hope I can find a home who will love him as much as I do. I'd keep him in a heartbeat but I would die if I made Shiloh miserable.

Pam, the vet said that since his anal glands are emptied, he should stop licking his hiney and that will help his tonsils. He said they were swollen either from him licking so much or from the yeast infection. I'm treating the yeast infection so hopefully his tonsils will get better from one or both of those things.

[jackiesdaisy1935]

Poor Reese, I'm glad they found the problem, hopefully now he will be feeling a lot better. Take care of you all and get some rest.

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[sammi]

So happy that your Reece is better - bet his tummy feels much better. And No Aly, you can't go to Logans Friends place in Fl. and bring home those cats!! Your just too darn kind.

[Sudilar]

Glad Reece is feeling better!

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[Daisy's Mom]

I am glad Reece is okay! Poor little baby. Kisses from me and Daisy Mae!

[tatsxxx11]

You go little Reece! So glad to hear he's doing better! Hugs!!!

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[Logan]

Aly,
Is Reece having a good day today? I have been so worried about that little fellow! Hope the tummy is all back to normal and that you won't have any more problems.
Logan

[aly]

He's much better. I actually didnt even have to give him any of that laxative I bought him. My mom and her friend stayed with us last night so he's been busy showing off. He and his dachshund buddy will be going to the dog park this evening if it isn't crowded. I don't really like him running around with big dogs that I don't know. I just think he might get accidently stepped on or hurt. Anyway, he seems to be fully recovered and is back to his old self. I do have to do some research about these anal glands though. Seems ridiculous how often his have to get drained.