Guest longdogs Posted October 14, 2008 Share Posted October 14, 2008 I'm backing a bacterial infection. The initial treatment is the same but if you don't see progress in a couple of days, or the D becomes bloody, it's back to the vet for some antibiotics. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Houndtime Posted October 14, 2008 Share Posted October 14, 2008 I am glad it was nothing serious. Sorry I missed you at Dewey. Quote Irene Ullmann w/Flying Odin and Mama Mia in Lower Delaware Angels Brandy, John E, American Idol, Paul, Fuzzy and Shine Handcrafted Greyhound and Custom Clocks http://www.houndtime.com Zoom Doggies-Racing Coats for Racing Greyhounds Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest greytmonty Posted October 14, 2008 Share Posted October 14, 2008 Fooey. It is 2 in the morning.Monty has gotten us up twice so far to go out for more episodes of liquid D. DH can go back to sleep, I cannot. Monty is a good boy for telling us he has to go, but it will be a long night! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest FullMetalFrank Posted October 14, 2008 Share Posted October 14, 2008 Poor pup. I hope he starts feeling better soon. We took a trip this weekend and I forgot the thing about the water, gave Frank tap water from the hotel and sure enough he got liquid big D Sat. night; but fortunately he had firmed up again by the next morning. Monty sounds like he might have something more going on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest greytmonty Posted October 14, 2008 Share Posted October 14, 2008 A little chicken and rice today, he was hungry which is great. PLEASE SLOW DOWN, GUT!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
turbotaina Posted October 14, 2008 Share Posted October 14, 2008 Karen, what we like to do is give two metamucil wafers (they're like sweet crackers) to help absorb the liquid in the gut and slow/stop the diarrhea, then we fast for 24 hours, then go to bland. It works really well. The first poop after the metamucil will be orange and jelly-like, but they normally start firming up after that. If we don't get good improvement within a few days, it's usually on to the Flagyl. Hope it's nothing serious for poor Monty! (Good to see you at Dewey, btw!) Quote Meredith with Heyokha (HUS Me Teddy) and Crow (Mike Milbury). Missing Turbo (Sendahl Boss), Pancho, JoJo, and "Fat Stacks" Juana, the psycho kitty. Canku wakan kin manipi."Those who can make you believe absurdities can make you commit atrocities." - Voltaire Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest greytmonty Posted October 14, 2008 Share Posted October 14, 2008 Karen, what we like to do is give two metamucil wafers (they're like sweet crackers) to help absorb the liquid in the gut and slow/stop the diarrhea, then we fast for 24 hours, then go to bland. It works really well. The first poop after the metamucil will be orange and jelly-like, but they normally start firming up after that. If we don't get good improvement within a few days, it's usually on to the Flagyl. Hope it's nothing serious for poor Monty! (Good to see you at Dewey, btw!) Thanks for the suggestion. Is the metamucil OTC human med? I will look for it at the pharmacy if it is. It was so nice to see you, too! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest jettcricket Posted October 14, 2008 Share Posted October 14, 2008 Just seeing this now. Karen, how's the boy this morning??? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaliforniaGreys Posted October 14, 2008 Share Posted October 14, 2008 Feel better handsome! Quote Missing my little Misty who took a huge piece of my heart with her on 5/2/09, and Ekko, on 6/28/12 For the sick, the lost, and the homeless Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
turbotaina Posted October 14, 2008 Share Posted October 14, 2008 Karen, what we like to do is give two metamucil wafers (they're like sweet crackers) to help absorb the liquid in the gut and slow/stop the diarrhea, then we fast for 24 hours, then go to bland. It works really well. The first poop after the metamucil will be orange and jelly-like, but they normally start firming up after that. If we don't get good improvement within a few days, it's usually on to the Flagyl. Hope it's nothing serious for poor Monty! (Good to see you at Dewey, btw!) Thanks for the suggestion. Is the metamucil OTC human med? I will look for it at the pharmacy if it is. It was so nice to see you, too! Yup, just go to your local drug store and hit up their laxative section (since it's a fiber supplement, you'll find it there). Sounds counter-intuitive, but it does work It comes in a box with something like 20 cookies wrapped in pairs. Give him 2. Quote Meredith with Heyokha (HUS Me Teddy) and Crow (Mike Milbury). Missing Turbo (Sendahl Boss), Pancho, JoJo, and "Fat Stacks" Juana, the psycho kitty. Canku wakan kin manipi."Those who can make you believe absurdities can make you commit atrocities." - Voltaire Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest taylorsmom Posted October 14, 2008 Share Posted October 14, 2008 Hi Karen-- here's another vote for the metamucil wafers--they work really well. I hope that Monty is feeling better today--I have also found chicken broth ice cubes to work well for hydration and electrolyte rebalancing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest PhillyPups Posted October 14, 2008 Share Posted October 14, 2008 Well Karen, How is Monty doing today? I was just thinking, leave it to Monty to come back from Dewey with a party hangover, where was he?? Was his racing name Key To The Mint, cause you need the key to the Philadelphia Mint for his vet bills?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest greytmonty Posted October 15, 2008 Share Posted October 15, 2008 (edited) Well it is 1 in the morning and this is night three of the big D. He is really no better. He is on chicken and rice, kaopectate, and tummy enzymes, and he is still waking us up to go out to make a liquid D two-three times overnight. Oy am I tired. I am going to call the vet tomorrow and ask for either stronger meds or to see what else we can do. Edited to add: we were up four more times overnight with liquid D and he just vomited yellow bile. I have called the vet and we are hoping to take him in. He is now acting like he feels very sick. I am really upset. Edited October 15, 2008 by greytmonty Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheFullHouse Posted October 15, 2008 Share Posted October 15, 2008 Sounds like something has really irritated his poor tummy. Might need antibiotics to fix this one. Good choice taking him in. Quote Judy, mom to Darth Vader, Bandita, And Angel Forever in our hearts, DeeYoGee, Dani, Emmy, Andy, Heart, Saint, Valentino, Arrow, Gee, Bebe, Jilly Bean, Bullitt, Pistol, Junior, Sammie, Joey, Gizmo, Do Bee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burpdog Posted October 15, 2008 Share Posted October 15, 2008 Sending lots of prayers! Can he take flagyl? I'd go with boiled meat or i/d only--no rice. Also, kaopectate contains an aspirin like product. I wouldn't use it. Immodium instead. Quote Diane & The Senior Gang Burpdog Biscuits Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest GreytMuse Posted October 15, 2008 Share Posted October 15, 2008 Hugs for you and Monty. I hope the vet can give you both some relief today. I know how frustrating and scary it is to see your pup sick. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest PhillyPups Posted October 15, 2008 Share Posted October 15, 2008 Karen to you and Monty, please let us know how you make out today. for you both. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest FullMetalFrank Posted October 15, 2008 Share Posted October 15, 2008 Poor sweetie, I hope the vet can get things figured out and get him feeling better! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest greytmonty Posted October 15, 2008 Share Posted October 15, 2008 (edited) Monty is at the vet. My dog walker drove him there this morning (I have no car and had patients, augh) and the vet is taking good care of him. She called me twice so far to report on what is going on. Unfortunately I was with patients so couldn't take notes. They have ruled out a blockage or hemorrhagic gastroenteritis (sp?) as his labs (BUN, liver values, hematocrit) are normal or close to normal. PCV is 57, she said up to 55 is greyhound normal. I will get the numbers and check with you GT'ers here. His xray was normal except for some abdominal distension which looks like gas. He is very very unhappy, anxious and panting. he is on IV fluids. He is on anti nausea meds (Anzamet) and Pepcid. She thinks at this point it is just a severe gastoenteritis possibly triggered initially by traveler's tummy. He will come home on some Metroniazole and Flagyl. He should be ok to come home tonight or tomorrow morning at the latest, and then she thinks the bug will run its course and he will heal with meds and bland food. edited to add correct diagnosis as well as meds he is on and coming home on. Edited October 15, 2008 by greytmonty Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jackandgrey Posted October 15, 2008 Share Posted October 15, 2008 Poor baby. Feel better soon Monty. Quote Susan, Jessie and Jordy NORTHERN SKY GREYHOUND ADOPTION ASSOCIATION Jack, in my heart forever March 1999-Nov 21, 2008 My Dancing Queen Jilly with me always and forever Aug 12, 2003-Oct 15, 2010 Joshy I will love you always Aug 1, 2004-Feb 22,2013 Jonah my sweetheart May 2000 - Jan 2015 " You will never need to be alone again. I promise this. As your dog, I will sing this promise to you, and whisper it to you at night, every night, with my breath." Stanley Coren Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest jettcricket Posted October 15, 2008 Share Posted October 15, 2008 Awww....poor guy and poor Mommy. Bet you can't wait to get him home. Glad it's nothing too serious. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest taylorsmom Posted October 15, 2008 Share Posted October 15, 2008 Oh, Karen, how upsetting!! It is also frustrating to not be able to talk to the vet directly because of your appointments, I completely understand. It sounds like Monty is in good hands, though, and hopefully things will be calmed down when he comes home so you can all get a good nights' sleep!! Keep us posted about the big guy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest whatahound Posted October 15, 2008 Share Posted October 15, 2008 Poor Monty, feel better big guy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest greyhound1 Posted October 15, 2008 Share Posted October 15, 2008 Poor Monty! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
turbotaina Posted October 15, 2008 Share Posted October 15, 2008 He will come home on some Metroniazole and Flagyl. He should be ok to come home tonight or tomorrow morning at the latest, and then she thinks the bug will run its course and he will heal with meds and bland food. Metronidazole is the generic form of Flagyl, just so you don't think you're missing a med if they send him home with just the one Best wishes for a quick recovery for the poor guy! Quote Meredith with Heyokha (HUS Me Teddy) and Crow (Mike Milbury). Missing Turbo (Sendahl Boss), Pancho, JoJo, and "Fat Stacks" Juana, the psycho kitty. Canku wakan kin manipi."Those who can make you believe absurdities can make you commit atrocities." - Voltaire Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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