dmswartzfager Posted September 15, 2007 Share Posted September 15, 2007 I called for an update and talked to the weekend vet. She and the doc who's been working with us talked this morning and decided that Blitz needed to hang around for another day. He is eating better, but still needs to be syringe fed occasionally to get him going. He is off his IV fluids, though still has a catheter in, and is also getting oral medications. However, he has watery diarrhea, so they want to keep him there to keep an eye on that and also be absolutely sure his oral medications work and stay down. I am supposed to call tomorrow around noon and see if he can come home tomorrow. I did leave Brian with his parents at our house and went to visit Blitz by myself for a little bit (they have limited visiting hours on weekends). The tech who brought him said he had just finished eating and that maybe we should do our visit outside and enjoy the weather. So I took him out and he urinated and we walked around for a few minutes, then went back to the room and sat down together. I didn't stay very long, maybe 25 minutes total, and he stayed "sitting up" the whole time instead of laying all the way down on his side as he has for most of our visits. He was very focused on the waiting room area - maybe looking to see if Brian was coming? So, bummed that he can't come home today, but I'm glad they are willing to make sure he is as well as possible before sending him home. Lord knows I would've worried about the diarrhea. So my plan is now that the inlaws have left, I'm going to go grab a nap soon, and then I need to get to work on school stuff so that if he does come home tomorrow, I can focus on him. Quote Deanna with galgo Willow, greyhound Finn, and DH BrianRemembering Marcus (11/16/93 - 11/16/05), Tyler (2/3/01 - 11/6/06), Frazzle (7/2/94 - 7/23/07), Carrie (5/8/96 - 2/24/09), Blitz (3/28/97 - 6/10/11), Symbra (12/30/02 - 7/16/13), Scarlett (10/10/02 - 08/31/13), Wren (5/25/01 - 5/19/14), Rooster (3/7/07 - 8/28/18), Q (2008 - 8/31/19), and Momma Mia (2002 - 12/9/19). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Batmom Posted September 15, 2007 Share Posted September 15, 2007 Well, drat that he can't come home yet. But it sounds like he is getting excellent care. Hope the diarrhea resolves and he'll be back with you in a day or two. Quote Star aka Starz Ovation (Ronco x Oneco Maggie*, litter #48538), Coco aka Low Key (Kiowa Mon Manny x Party Hardy, litter # 59881), and mom in IllinoisWe miss Reko Batman (Trouper Zeke x Marque Louisiana), 11/15/95-6/29/06, Rocco the thistledown whippet, 04/29/93-10/14/08, Reko Zema (Mo Kick x Reko Princess), 8/16/98-4/18/10, the most beautiful girl in the whole USA, my good egg Joseph aka Won by a Nose (Oneco Cufflink x Buy Back), 09/22/2003-03/01/2013, and our gentle sweet Gidget (Digitizer, Dodgem by Design x Sobe Mulberry), 1/29/2006-11/22/2014, gone much too soon. Never forgetting CJC's Buckshot, 1/2/07-10/25/10. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iluvgreys Posted September 15, 2007 Share Posted September 15, 2007 Sending more prayers and wishes to Blitz. Quote Jeanne with Remington & Scooter the cat....and Beloved Bridge Angels Sandee, Shari, Wells, Derby, Phoenix, Jerry Lee and Finnian.....If tears could build a stairway, and memories a lane, I'd walk right up to heavenand bring you home again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lilysmom Posted September 15, 2007 Share Posted September 15, 2007 Glad he is doing a bit better. I've been on pins and needles all day checking for updates on him. Deanna if he comes home tomorrow and you would like for me to come down and check on him during the week just let me know, I'd be more than happy to do it. Hope you catch a few zzz's Remember I'm only a phone call and a short car ride away if you need anything. Karen Quote Praying for all the missing greys! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greytlady94 Posted September 15, 2007 Share Posted September 15, 2007 Prayers for Blitz and hope that he will be able to come home soon. Quote Greyhound angels at the bridge- Casey, Charlie, Maggie, Molly, Renie, Lucy & Teddy. Beagle angels Peanut and Charlie. And to all the 4 legged Bridge souls who have touched my heart, thank you. When a greyhound looks into you eyes it seems they touch your very soul. "A dog is the only thing on earth that loves you more then he loves himself". Josh Billings Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest PiagetsMom Posted September 15, 2007 Share Posted September 15, 2007 Hoping tomorrow brings good news for Blitz and he's back home where he belongs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest IrskasMom Posted September 15, 2007 Share Posted September 15, 2007 Deanna ..... I am keeping my Fingers crossed Blitz is going to be fine . Is he at the Annapolis E-Vet Hospital?? Please give him some extra gentle Hugs and Kisses . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest vahoundlover Posted September 15, 2007 Share Posted September 15, 2007 Darn! Keeping Blitz in my prayers and I hope he can come home tomorrow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patricia Posted September 15, 2007 Share Posted September 15, 2007 Sending more prayers and gentle hugs. Quote Patti-Mommy of Lady Sophia 7-28-92 - 8-3-04... LaceyLaine 8-2-94-12-5-07... Flash Gordon 7-14-99 - 8-29-09... BrookLynne...Pavé Maria... and 18 Bridge Kids. WATCHING OVER US~SOPHIA~QUEENIE~LACEY LAINE~ CODY ANGELO~FLASH GORDON. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dmswartzfager Posted September 16, 2007 Author Share Posted September 16, 2007 Deanna ..... I am keeping my Fingers crossed Blitz is going to be fine . Is he at the Annapolis E-Vet Hospital?? Please give him some extra gentle Hugs and Kisses . No, he is at Dogs and Cats Veterinary Referral, right at the end of our street. Quote Deanna with galgo Willow, greyhound Finn, and DH BrianRemembering Marcus (11/16/93 - 11/16/05), Tyler (2/3/01 - 11/6/06), Frazzle (7/2/94 - 7/23/07), Carrie (5/8/96 - 2/24/09), Blitz (3/28/97 - 6/10/11), Symbra (12/30/02 - 7/16/13), Scarlett (10/10/02 - 08/31/13), Wren (5/25/01 - 5/19/14), Rooster (3/7/07 - 8/28/18), Q (2008 - 8/31/19), and Momma Mia (2002 - 12/9/19). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest MomofSweetPotatoes Posted September 16, 2007 Share Posted September 16, 2007 Aww Blitz, hoping you'd be home today. Hopefully tomorrow. Keep healing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest LindsaySF Posted September 16, 2007 Share Posted September 16, 2007 He sounds like he's at a good vet, it's great that they want to make sure he's totally stable before sending him home. Do they know what is causing the diarrhea? Do they suspect an infection or parasites or anything? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dmswartzfager Posted September 16, 2007 Author Share Posted September 16, 2007 He sounds like he's at a good vet, it's great that they want to make sure he's totally stable before sending him home. Do they know what is causing the diarrhea? Do they suspect an infection or parasites or anything? They didn't say. He was on a broad spectrum antibiotic while on IV fluids, and I didn't ask if they're continuing an oral form of antibiotics. I wouldn't be surprised if the diarrhea is simply because he's getting used to food again - his intestinal tract is/was full of gas, and at least some of the food he's gotten has been fed to him through a syringe - not exactly solid stuff to begin with. I also didn't think to clarify if he actually has diarrhea or simply very loose stool - though since it was a vet I was speaking to, I would hope she would use the correct terminology. On the other hand, it didn't look like Blitz had gotten a bath recently, as in he messed himself because he couldn't get outside fast enough. I can't imagine that his cage is big enough for him to keep himself clean if he did have the Big D. *thinking* ... The vet we've been working with mentioned that she was going to test for giardia when we first saw her. I'm assuming since it hasn't been mentioned since, that giardia has been ruled out. *yawn* Time to head back to bed. G'night all. Thanks for all your thoughts and prayers. Quote Deanna with galgo Willow, greyhound Finn, and DH BrianRemembering Marcus (11/16/93 - 11/16/05), Tyler (2/3/01 - 11/6/06), Frazzle (7/2/94 - 7/23/07), Carrie (5/8/96 - 2/24/09), Blitz (3/28/97 - 6/10/11), Symbra (12/30/02 - 7/16/13), Scarlett (10/10/02 - 08/31/13), Wren (5/25/01 - 5/19/14), Rooster (3/7/07 - 8/28/18), Q (2008 - 8/31/19), and Momma Mia (2002 - 12/9/19). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest bowiebears Posted September 16, 2007 Share Posted September 16, 2007 Deanna -- I have heard only good things abou that vets, altho no first hand experience. Prayers continue for Blitz and for all of you. --Isaac Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest LolasMom Posted September 16, 2007 Share Posted September 16, 2007 Prayers and well wishes continuing for Blitz. Feel better and come home soon sweetheart. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest KyGrey Posted September 16, 2007 Share Posted September 16, 2007 More prayers being sent. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dmswartzfager Posted September 16, 2007 Author Share Posted September 16, 2007 Dogs and Cats just called - Blitz has a 1:30 discharge appointment. Quote Deanna with galgo Willow, greyhound Finn, and DH BrianRemembering Marcus (11/16/93 - 11/16/05), Tyler (2/3/01 - 11/6/06), Frazzle (7/2/94 - 7/23/07), Carrie (5/8/96 - 2/24/09), Blitz (3/28/97 - 6/10/11), Symbra (12/30/02 - 7/16/13), Scarlett (10/10/02 - 08/31/13), Wren (5/25/01 - 5/19/14), Rooster (3/7/07 - 8/28/18), Q (2008 - 8/31/19), and Momma Mia (2002 - 12/9/19). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lilysmom Posted September 16, 2007 Share Posted September 16, 2007 YIPPEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Quote Praying for all the missing greys! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest trevdog Posted September 16, 2007 Share Posted September 16, 2007 woohoo! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lothianjavert Posted September 16, 2007 Share Posted September 16, 2007 Dogs and Cats just called - Blitz has a 1:30 discharge appointment. Wonderful!!!! :pepper Quote In vino veritasRachael with Rook, missing Sully, Sebau, and Diesel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burpdog Posted September 16, 2007 Share Posted September 16, 2007 I bet he will be glad to get home! Quote Diane & The Senior Gang Burpdog Biscuits Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Guest PetersDad Posted September 16, 2007 Share Posted September 16, 2007 So happy that Blitz is coming home!!! :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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