Maggie gets spayed tomorrow

[Logan]

I don't blame you for worrying, Liz. I'd call too. The only time I remember Honey acting in a similar fashion was after her surgery and she had to be boarded for a few days and developed a bladder infection. I don't think she "went" enough in the kennel and the infection was a result of that. I do remember that medication cleared her up quickly and that Dr. Robinson said this was not uncommon. Talk with the vet. You know her habits better than anyone and if you are worried, then the vet needs to know about it.

Good luck! I'm off to take Bennie Cockatiel to his new "mom", Amber (CamCamPup) this afternoon, but I'll check back in tonight.

Logan

[Cinder & Smoke]

Originally posted by lizbud

... She has stopped eating altogether and
hasn't "sprung back" at all.

She goes out to pee & ends up walking,
then squatting 10 times or more all over the yard.

She still seems much to tired & sleepy most of the time...

I guess I'd be worried, too.

Have you tried really *yummie* treats?

And pay close attention to her drinking - does she drink water?

Try walking her on a leash, rather than letting her run free.
You'll be better able to determine if she is actually
"doing anything" or just going through the motions of *peeing*.

Vet is probably going to want a *pee sample*...
carry a pie plate or small plastic bowl with you -
IF you work quickly enough you might get a sample.

Hope you feel better, Maggie!

[Dixieland Dancer]

Liz,
I just came across this. I'm sorry to hear Maggie is having such a rough time after her surgery. Is the area of the incision red and inflammed? Is she still licking at it?

Actually, you should talk to the vet again (not the tech) since it has been 4 days and she appears to be getting worse. She should of been making progress by now. It may be nothing but insist that they check her out. After all this is a long Holiday weekend and you need to find out now instead of having a possible emergency later.

I will keep you and Maggie in my prayers. Please keep us posted.

{{{{HUGS}}}}

[pitc9]

How is she acting now? Has she peed "normal" yet??

[lizbud]

I didn't call the vet today as my son came over to put my new
comperter desk & chair together and you woudn't believe how
much Maggie perked up. Such a flirt. LOL. She did eat some
of her dinner, but also peed in the house twice. I definitely will
call the office in the morning. She should be seen by the Vet.

Maggie pees a lot on her first squat and then walks off still peeing. She then walks around the yard & squats 8-10 times
until I call her to come in again. She is reluctant to pee on leash.

I checked her incision & it looks fine, not red or inflamed at all.
I do think sometings going on with her & want the Vet to check
her out.

[Cinder & Smoke]

*Flirting* & *Eating* - that's progress!

As for "Seeing da White Coat" - I'd bet they're planning on a
"short day" if not a HowlyDay - it's New Years Eve!

Might try calling them TONIGHT and leave a message on the
answering machine that you want to bring Maggie in
BEFORE they call it quits on Friday.

Good luck!
..

[lizbud]

The answering machine at the office said they would open
at 8 am this morning, so I called first thing. Good thing I did
as they colse at noon today. Completely forgot about the holiday.

Maggie did not have a temperature, but Dr. says she shows
all the signs of a bladder infection & a course of antibiotics
won't hurt her at all. He things she is feeling pain when she pees.
I am so give her 1/2 tablet of pain meds. It's Rimadyl. I've heard
so many bad things about that drug, I didn't want to give it
unless really necessary, but I did.

Doc gave her a shot of antibiotic & a supply of capsules to take
for a week or so. I how this works quickly, I sure miss my happy
little playful pup. Thank you everyone for your kindness & advice.

Liz,Smokey & Maggie.

[gini]

Liz, I am sure glad that you were able to get her in to the vets today.

I bet you see a huge improvement in her condition over the weekend.

HAPPY NEW YEAR!

[Logan]

Good!!! I feel better knowing he is treating her, Liz. And I wouldn't worry too much about the Rimadyl. It's when they are on it for extended periods of time that some of those side effects could kick in. Honey takes it periodically when her arthritis acts up and she's doing great! And I think many vets do prescribe it for pain after surgery.

Hugs to all of you! Happy New Year!!!

Logan

[Dixieland Dancer]

What a relief! I'm glad to hear she got into see Mr. White Coat today. I was worried if she didn't see him today then it was going to be a trip to the emergency vet over the holiday weekend. It just sounded like something wasn't completely right.

As Logan stated, don't worry about giving her the pain med for a short period of time. It's only extended use that should be monitored closely. I think your going to have that happy bouncy pup back in no time now!!

Happy New Year to you and the pups!

[tatsxxx11]

So relieved to hear you were able to get the sweetie in for a check up before the weekend! It was sounding a lot like UTI to me too. Hope the meds help her discomfort. Now rest up dear Maggie and get well soon!

[cloverfdx]

Oh dear how did i miss this . Liz how is Maggie doing now? I hope all went well after the antibiotics. Please update us when you can.

[lizbud]

Originally posted by cloverfdx
Oh dear how did i miss this . Liz how is Maggie doing now? I hope all went well after the antibiotics. Please update us when you can.

Sorry not update sooner, but Maggie's doing great. After taking
the antibiotics (& pain pills for 24 hrs), she perked right up.
Already had her stitches out and is back to playing hard with
Smokey. Thanks for thinking of her.

[Lexi_Lover]

That's good! We have to get Lexi spayed as well...do you know what it does to them temperment wise!

[lizbud]

Originally posted by Lexi_Lover
That's good! We have to get Lexi spayed as well...do you know what it does to them temperment wise!

Not a thing changed with Maggie. She's as wild & lovable
as ever.