TheFullHouse Posted August 16, 2012 Share Posted August 16, 2012 (edited) Mike had a long visit with Dr. B. According to Dr. B, in comparing the test results of Peanut, Bullitt and his brother, Bullitt's results are not nearly as bad. As he put it Bullitt is no where as sick as Peanut was or as sick as his brother. He said he expects the test results either tonight or tomorrow at the latest. He is going to monitor Bullitt's blood pressure tomorrow and he is doing the bile acid test because I have requested it. The history of these littermates I think warrants it and it will give me peace of mind if nothing shows up. He said there is a possibility we may never know what cause this to occurr. He has systematically ruled out everything that could have caused it. The final pieces of this crazy puzzle will be the test results, the blood pressure and the bile acid test. Bullitt will be able to come home with us tomorrow when we take Jilly Bean in for her check up! Mike visited with Bullitt for a while and sent me a picture. You can see the improvement! His ribs aren't bowed out like they were and he's getting his pretty figure back. He still has some fluid in his belly but nothing like it was and Dr. B said the body will absorb what is left. I will update tomorrow after we get all the test results and have got him home with us. I'm praying we dodged a huge bullet (no pun intended) and you can be sure I will be keeping a close eye on all 4 of my litter mates. Please continue to keep Bullitt's brother in your prayers. He needs them so much. August 17 Update Our beautiful boy is home! He came home and scarfed down his dinner. Dr. B was off today so he left a note for me to call Monday for all the results of the tests he had run. I do have a list of what tests he did because they are on the bill. lol He came home with Enalapriil and Furosemide (I think Dr. Hezel said that's Lasex). He does have elevated blood pressure. They did the bile acid test and I won't get those results until next week. He looks soooooo much better. His belly is almost totally gone and he has his tuck back. I will call Monday and get the results and post them for all the litter mates mom's and dads can see. I also asked for a copy of all the lab work and results to keep on hand just in case anyone else has to deal with anything that might be hereditary. I pray to god this is the end of it as far as this set of litter mates goes. Please keep Bullitt's brother in your prayers. He is still very ill. August 19th Update After sleeping most of yesterday and having his back legs and feet so swollen I couldn't see the bones in his toes, Bullitt woke up this morning begging for food and the swelling in his legs and feet is gone! He still has a bit of a ponch because he still has some fluid in his belly but it's nothing like it was and should continue to decrease as the days go by. I've switched all 4 siblings to a senior food that has less salt than regular dog food but still has a good protein content. It also has twice the amount of joint supplement than their other food and will start all 4 boys on a liver support supplement in the hopes of preventing anything like this again. His brother is slowly getting better thank the good lord! Thank you all for your support and prayers. They are certainly working! I wiil talk with Dr. b tomorrow and get Bullitt's test results and will let everyone know what they are. Everyone ate breakfast today! I can't ask for much more than this! I can breathe again. Bilireubin (sp) is high, not excessively high Protein is low, again not really low Bile Acid test came back off just a bit also Liver Enzymes off just a bit I'm to continue watching him closely and if I notice any changes bring him in right away, otherwise he wants to see him in a week. We may have to do a liver biopsy to see what is going on because nothing abnormal seems to show up on the ultrasound. He is to continue on the medication for another week. Not the good news I was hoping for and you can be darn sure that I will be watching him like a hawk. The other boys are going on liver support supplements immediately. Edited August 21, 2012 by JillysFullHouse 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...
JohnF Posted August 16, 2012 Share Posted August 16, 2012 That's some better news. I wonder if it was Cholecystitis (inflammation of the Common Bile Duct caused by sludge and small stones being ejected out of the Gall Bladder in response to very greasy food.) I've actually seen a human relative blow up like that and the problem is dealing with inflammation and sepsis until healing gets underway Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest K9_Lady Posted August 16, 2012 Share Posted August 16, 2012 I am glad to hear that he is doing better! Such a sweet face Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DesiRayMom Posted August 16, 2012 Share Posted August 16, 2012 SO glad to hear the good news. It will be even better if the bile acid comes back ok. And it will be the BEST news of all to have Bullitt back home safe & sound. Quote Blessed is the person who has earned the love of an old dog. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gazehund Posted August 16, 2012 Share Posted August 16, 2012 GREAT news! Baby boy looks much better. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robinw Posted August 16, 2012 Share Posted August 16, 2012 Good news! He looks so much better! Quote Xavi the galgo and Peter the cat. Missing Iker the galgo ?-Feb.9/19, Treasure (USS Treasure) April 12/01-May 6/13, Phoenix (Hallo Top Son) Dec.14/99-June 4/11 and Loca (Reko Swahili) Oct.9/95 - June 1/09, Allen the boss cat, died late November, 2021, age 19. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maryz Posted August 16, 2012 Share Posted August 16, 2012 Oh my, I just want to kiss that face! I'm sure he can't wait to get home again. I'll keep Jilly in my prayers for tomorrow. Quote Mary, mom to kitty Rebel.Always missing Sherri (SO DELICIOUS) (12/6/2005-8/29/2018) kitties Marley (4/2000-12/3/2015) and Beady (4/1998-2/24/2006) and Dalmatian Daisy (7/25/1984-5/13/1999). The democracy will cease to exist when you take away from those who are willing to work and give to those who would not - Thomas Jefferson Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jenbo Posted August 16, 2012 Share Posted August 16, 2012 Good news! Quote Camp Broodie with tuxedo Summer 12 and tuxedo Dio 6 Missing KC Kitty 2000-2016, Myka and part of my heart 2006-2020, and Saint YellBoy 2014-2020 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RaineysMom Posted August 16, 2012 Share Posted August 16, 2012 sooooo glad to hear! :hope I didn't realize he was Peanut's littermate :( Quote Kim and Bruce - with Rick (Rick Roufus 6/30/16) and missing my sweet greyhound Angels Rainey (LG's Rainey 10/4/2000 - 3/8/2011), Anubis (RJ's Saint Nick 12/25/2001 - 9/12/12) and Zeke (Hey Who Whiz It 4/6/2009 - 7/20/2020) and Larry (PTL Laroach 2/24/2007 - 8/2/2020) -- and Chester (Lab) (8/31/1990 - 5/3/2005), Captain (Schipperke) (10/12/1992 - 6/13/2005) and Remy (GSP) (?/?/1998 - 1/6/2005) at the bridge"Always do sober what you said you'd do drunk. That will teach you to keep your mouth shut." -- Ernest Hemmingway Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HopeForHounds Posted August 17, 2012 Share Posted August 17, 2012 That face is so much like another I love so dearly. Why can't these kids just present something clear cut and simple? Praying that Bullitt continues to improve. I'll be glad when he's home with you. for everyone! Quote Casual Bling & Hope for HoundsJanet & the hounds Maggie and Allen Missing my baby girl Peanut, old soul Jake, quirky Jet, Mama Grandy and my old Diva Miz Foxy; my angel, my inspiration. You all brought so much into my light, and taught me so much about the power of love, you are with me always.If you get the chance to sit it out or dance.......... I hope you dance! Missing our littlest girl. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest MyCody Posted August 17, 2012 Share Posted August 17, 2012 So glad to see the improvement. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rickiesmom Posted August 17, 2012 Share Posted August 17, 2012 He does look so much better, and I am sure seeing his daddy made him very happy We are watching and waiting with you and praying for Bullitt and his brother. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Riverhound Posted August 17, 2012 Share Posted August 17, 2012 Looking forward to pictures of Bulitt at home where he belongs! Quote Masterful Joe and Naughty N Nice Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Time4ANap Posted August 17, 2012 Share Posted August 17, 2012 Glad to hear that he's feeling better! Quote Camp Broodie. The current home of Mark Kay Mark Jack and Gracie Kiowa Safe Joan. Always missing my boy Rocket Hi Noon Rocket, Allie Phoenix Dynamite, Kate Miss Kate, Starz Under Da Starz, Petunia MW Neptunia, Diva Astar Dashindiva, and LaVida I've Got Life Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EllenEveBaz Posted August 17, 2012 Share Posted August 17, 2012 Bullitt Jilly Quote Ellen, with brindle Milo and the blonde ballerina, Gelsey remembering Eve, Baz, Scout, Romie, Nutmeg, and Jeter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carronstar Posted August 17, 2012 Share Posted August 17, 2012 Great update. Keeping Bullitt and his brother in my thoughts and prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedSquare Posted August 17, 2012 Share Posted August 17, 2012 Wow, he looks so much better! Hang in there. Sending prayers and healing thoughts for the whole house. Quote Taunya and her Supreme Grace, Anna - Sharsanna (Kiowa Sweet Trey x Camden Coming), Surge (no races), Kelsos Yorktown (Trent Lee x Kelsos Spotswood), Galgo Espanol - Valentin. Forever waitin' on Red (Kiowa Mon Manny x Bella Ionic). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greg1229 Posted August 17, 2012 Share Posted August 17, 2012 Good news for Mr. Bullitt...now get home and play the sympathy card as long as you can.. Quote Isis, Always in my Heart Bijou, My Sweetest Angel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest PhillyPups Posted August 17, 2012 Share Posted August 17, 2012 So glad he is improvimg. Will be happier (both Bullitt and us) when he is home. What a little trooper he is. Continuing prayers for all your pack. to you, Mike and Kevin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cully Posted August 17, 2012 Share Posted August 17, 2012 Quote waiting at the bridge Connie Van Teddy & Jojo, Cobra Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest ladyhound Posted August 17, 2012 Share Posted August 17, 2012 Oh that photo did make me smile! My prayers continue. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Houndtime Posted August 17, 2012 Share Posted August 17, 2012 Glad to read that he is doing better. 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 MnMDogs Posted August 17, 2012 Share Posted August 17, 2012 I saw the other thread locked, and my heart dropped! So glad he seems to be doing ok...thoughts for his brother. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heartdogs Posted August 17, 2012 Share Posted August 17, 2012 This is good news. I will still keep all of the Full House & Bullitts brother in my prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charlies_Dad Posted August 17, 2012 Share Posted August 17, 2012 Glad to see Bullitt looking better! We'll keep him and his brother in our thoughts. Quote Kyle with Stewie ('Super C Ledoux, Super C Sampson x Sing It Blondie) and forever missing my three angels, Jack ('Roy Jack', Greys Flambeau x Miss Cobblepot) and Charlie ('CTR Midas Touch', Leo's Midas x Hallo Argentina) and Shelby ('Shari's Hooty', Flying Viper x Shari Carusi) running free across the bridge. Gus an coinnich sinn a'rithist my boys and little girl. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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