Guest kar Posted February 20, 2014 Share Posted February 20, 2014 this morning scotch would not eat - then vomited blood - took to my vet - then went to evet for ultrasound - e vet did bloodwork liver enzymes were up and clotting factor was off - did ultrasound nothing showed but some free fluid. scotch was a rimadyl for 5 days for his leg - they said maybe that is why clotting factor was off but they really do not know - sent him home with stomach meds and I have to bring him to my vet at 5 to see if he is anemic - because he still might be bleeding - has anyone ever had this situation? I don't know what to do. Now I have two sick dogs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
o_rooly Posted February 20, 2014 Share Posted February 20, 2014 Has Scotch been on Rimadyl before? Any of the NSAIDs can cause stomach issues, including bleeding. I'm surprised that the e-vet released him if they are not sure whether he is still bleeding at this time. You could call your vet to get in ASAP / sooner than 5pm given the circumstances, I hope?? I have not had this happen with Aston, but beaming tons of good thoughts. Please keep us posted Quote every day a tiny adventure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest kar Posted February 20, 2014 Share Posted February 20, 2014 my vet does not want to test him till 5 just got home from e vet not too happy with them - no answers come to conclusion no good vets in Connecticut Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
o_rooly Posted February 20, 2014 Share Posted February 20, 2014 How is Scotch now? Gums okay? Is his stomach still upset? Please give your hounds scritches for me. No fun being sick, and no fun having sick hounds Quote every day a tiny adventure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest kar Posted February 20, 2014 Share Posted February 20, 2014 gums are fine - not very energetic - can't understand was fine yesterday. he has had some water and his stomach pills - back to the vet at 5. I can't believe 1,000 and no definite answers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carronstar Posted February 20, 2014 Share Posted February 20, 2014 Where are you in CT? My friends in Darien are very happy with their vet. If that works for you I am happy to get a referral. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burpdog Posted February 20, 2014 Share Posted February 20, 2014 The vet should have kept him and monitored him. Rimadyl can cause IMHA and that is very serious. Tell them to treat as if it is a side effect of the Rimadyl. The faster they are, the better his chance of surviving. If they don't believe you, tell them to read the product insert. Quote Diane & The Senior Gang Burpdog Biscuits Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Riverhound Posted February 20, 2014 Share Posted February 20, 2014 No advice, but I'm sorry to read this. You're really having a terrible time of it. Quote Masterful Joe and Naughty N Nice Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
galgrey Posted February 20, 2014 Share Posted February 20, 2014 The vet should have kept him and monitored him. Rimadyl can cause IMHA and that is very serious. Tell them to treat as if it is a side effect of the Rimadyl. The faster they are, the better his chance of surviving. If they don't believe you, tell them to read the product insert. Quote Cynthia, & Cristiano, galgoAlways in my heart: Frostman Newdawn Frost, Keno Jet Action & Chloe (NGA racing name unknown), Irys (galgo), Hannah (weim), Cruz (galgo), & Carly CW Your Charming Princess http://www.greyhound-data.com/d?i=1018857 "It came to me that every time I lose a dog they take a piece of my heart with them. And every new dog who comes into my life, gifts me with a piece of their heart. If I live long enough, all the components of my heart will be dog, and I will become as generous and loving as they are." -- Unknown Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest kar Posted February 20, 2014 Share Posted February 20, 2014 what is imha Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burpdog Posted February 20, 2014 Share Posted February 20, 2014 Home » Immune Mediated Hemolytic Anemia (IMHA) | Advanced Search THE PET HEALTH LIBRARYBy Wendy C. Brooks, DVM, DipABVP Educational Director, VeterinaryPartner.com Immune Mediated Hemolytic Anemia (IMHA) (Formerly known as autoimmune hemolytic anemia or AIHA) Immune-mediated hemolytic anemia is a condition where the patient’s immune system begins attacking her own red blood cells. What occurs on a microscopic level is that the branch of the immune system that produces antibodies begins to direct them against the patient’s own red blood cells. The red blood cells quickly become coated with tiny antibody proteins, essentially marking these red blood cells for destruction. When too many red blood cells are destroyed the patient is said to be anemic and will feel cold and weak. Because the red blood cells are being destroyed internally (and not lost through bleeding), the patient will become yellow-tinged (jaundiced) rather than pale (see picture below). http://www.veterinarypartner.com/Content.plx?A=1390 it can be caused by Rimadyl and I know because rimadyl killed my first greyhound. And yes, it could happen from one dose Quote Diane & The Senior Gang Burpdog Biscuits Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silverfish Posted February 20, 2014 Share Posted February 20, 2014 Immune mediated haemolytic anaemia. Rimadyl - and any NSAIDs - can cause this type of side effect. If you vet doesn't believe it or won't take it seriously, I personally would ask for a second opinion. Quote The plural of anecdote is not dataBrambleberry Greyhounds My Etsy Shop Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest kar Posted February 21, 2014 Share Posted February 21, 2014 I should have never given him the rimadyl but he had it before with no ill effects. took him back to my vet - she checked the anemia and it was unchanged. he drank a little water and ate a little wet gastro diet but does not seem himself. I had mentioned the rimadyl to the e vet and she put him on stomach meds - said other than the reduced clotting time everything else was normal. I am very worried about him. just called e vet and she said she is not seeing that in him now I am very worried he just does not seem himself Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest kar Posted February 21, 2014 Share Posted February 21, 2014 I am in Fairfield ct Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mychip1 Posted February 21, 2014 Share Posted February 21, 2014 Best wishes.....thinking of you. Quote Robin, EZ (Tribal Track), JJ (What a Story), Dustin (E's Full House) and our beautiful Jack (Mana Black Jack) and Lily (Chip's Little Miss Lily) both at the BridgeThe WFUBCC honors our beautiful friends at the bridge. Godspeed sweet angels. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PatricksMom Posted February 21, 2014 Share Posted February 21, 2014 Best wishes, I would take him to a third vet if at all possible. Quote Beth, Petey (8 September 2018- ), and Faith (22 March 2019). Godspeed Patrick (28 April 1999 - 5 August 2012), Murphy (23 June 2004 - 27 July 2013), Leo (1 May 2009 - 27 January 2020), and Henry (10 August 2010 - 7 August 2020), you were loved more than you can know. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest kar Posted February 21, 2014 Share Posted February 21, 2014 thank you all for your good wishes - don't believe there are many vets near me experienced with greys. I thought I liked my vet but now am not that sure. I had to be very insistent just to be seen at 8:30 they wanted me in at 9:30. either that or their office staff needs to be educated on what constitutes an emergency situation. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gracegirl Posted February 21, 2014 Share Posted February 21, 2014 Where are you in CT? My friends in Darien are very happy with their vet. If that works for you I am happy to get a referral. Darien is not far from Fairfield. Would you like the name of the regular vet and emergency vet that carronstar and I know of in Darien, CT? Just let either of us know and we can get you the information. Quote Poppy the lurcher 11/24/23 Gabby the Airedale 7/1/18 Forever missing Grace (RT's Grace), Fenway (not registered, def a greyhound), Jackson (airedale terrier, honorary greyhound), and Tessie (PK's Cat Island) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest kar Posted February 21, 2014 Share Posted February 21, 2014 yes I would like to look into it thank you scotch does not seem very good - just very tired and I do also have a grey with congenital kidney disease (pln) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gracegirl Posted February 21, 2014 Share Posted February 21, 2014 I know for sure they go to the VCA hospital on Post Road right off 95 (exit 11, US 1). I'll email them for more details. Carron, if you happen to know this info you can post here. Quote Poppy the lurcher 11/24/23 Gabby the Airedale 7/1/18 Forever missing Grace (RT's Grace), Fenway (not registered, def a greyhound), Jackson (airedale terrier, honorary greyhound), and Tessie (PK's Cat Island) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
o_rooly Posted February 21, 2014 Share Posted February 21, 2014 Thinking of your hounds, and you!! Hope you are able to get another opinion soon. Perhaps another e-vet tonight? Any more blood? Quote every day a tiny adventure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3greytjoys Posted February 21, 2014 Share Posted February 21, 2014 Rimadyl caused bleeding in one of our hounds, but we caught it in time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest kar Posted February 21, 2014 Share Posted February 21, 2014 no more bleeding but just does not seem right - unfortunately there are no other e vets in the area i will call my vet today to see if he should be checked for anemia again today unfortunatley i am running out of money - it was 1,300 for just yesterday and I love my hounds but on one paycheck it is very hard - Rimadyl caused bleeding in one of our hounds, but we caught it in time. scotch had been on rimadyl before with no problems - i did notice today his urine is more yellow and not orangey. dont know if that means anything Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gracegirl Posted February 21, 2014 Share Posted February 21, 2014 Do you have Care Credit? It's a credit card you can use for health and dental for both humans and pets. It will allow you six months of no interest to pay off the charges. I highly suggest you apply for care credit online so that you have a bit of cushion for their vet care. Quote Poppy the lurcher 11/24/23 Gabby the Airedale 7/1/18 Forever missing Grace (RT's Grace), Fenway (not registered, def a greyhound), Jackson (airedale terrier, honorary greyhound), and Tessie (PK's Cat Island) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gracegirl Posted February 21, 2014 Share Posted February 21, 2014 I sent you a PM with the vet referrals. Carron, I don't mean to step on your toes. I hopes it's okay that I reached out to R + E. Quote Poppy the lurcher 11/24/23 Gabby the Airedale 7/1/18 Forever missing Grace (RT's Grace), Fenway (not registered, def a greyhound), Jackson (airedale terrier, honorary greyhound), and Tessie (PK's Cat Island) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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