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Jana | 10 years ago
So What The Heck Makes A Dog’s Stomach Quite Upset For About 3hrs And Then…

So what the heck makes a dog’s stomach quite upset for about 3hrs and then all seems normal again without vomiting?

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  1. Jana Post author

    We played and did some training games etc and she was eager for her treats. Then she went to sleep. Later, when I’m making her breakfast she typically comes over for a treat. She didn’t. I brought one to her and she didn’t want it. I could see from her face and the way she was acting her stomach was upset. I just could tell. Some minimal lip licking, no drooling (Jasmine would always drool when her belly was upset). This was just the facial expression, the grimasse of the mouth, the way she was overall.

    At first I was worried the pancreatitis was coming back. Then I remembered that last time she was outside she appeared to had been chewing on something. But there was nothing in that area. I went to look. There was some digging and some disturbed roots. Wasn’t clear whether from the digging or whether she ate some.

    Worried I went online trying to figure out what plant could the roots be of. Found out that most likely from bittersweet nightshade. Was so worried that I ended up calling Poison Hotline. And then, couple hours later she looked fine again.

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Pawbly | 10 years ago
Doggies Get Stressed And Anxiety Too – Here’s Some Natural Help On Today’s “Woof Wednesday…

Doggies get stressed and anxiety too – here’s some natural help on today’s “Woof Wednesday” post http://wellnessfromkipperskitchen.wordpress.com/2014/05/21/natural-support-for-dogs-with-stress-and-anxiety/

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Jana | 10 years ago
Anything To Create A Barrier To Protect The Skin From Wandering Jew? ? T-shirt Not…

Anything to create a barrier to protect the skin from Wandering Jew? ? T-shirt not likely to work, how about liquid bandage type of thing?

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  1. Jana Post author

    Yes, protect Cookie’s belly from contact with the Wandering Jew which seems to be causing a reaction on her skin.

    I’d be cool with clothing, as long as
    – it stays on
    – doesn’t get caught on everything
    – covers the areas while allowing to pee and poo normally

    I did contact the place, I don’t think winter suit would work in the summer? I explained to them what I wanted, first they directed me to belly bands (not enough coverage and likely would travel); then incontinence panties (covers the wrong area LOL) and then dog shorts and trunks
    http://www.baxterboo.com/l.cfm/dog-clothes_dog-shorts?

    The representative says would cover belly and thighs while letting the dog to eliminate. Unfortunately, there is now “bottom” view (either photo or schematic) to show what is and what isn’t covered down there. Also doesn’t say whether there are different ones for male or female dogs. If unisex, probably quite a bit of the belly would need to be exposed …?

    She’s getting a reaction only on the belly, groin and thighs – areas with less fur. The rest of the body doesn’t have a reaction. So that’s the areas I need to try to protect.

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Jana | 11 years ago
Today, Twice, Cookie Had A Longish String Of “snot” Hanging From Her Pee Pee Region…

Today, twice, Cookie had a longish string of “snot” hanging from her pee pee region while on the walk. She seems fine otherwise, pays no attention to it and I haven’t seen any since. Woot is that about now? (seemed odorless and colorless)

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  1. Cindy Flick

    It could be mucus.  But I would talk to the vet about a urine test for infection.  Does she pee a lot?

  2. Jana Post author

    Yeah, that’s what I thought, that’s what it looked like – mucus (that’s why I called it snot 😉 ) It looked clear with no color. Will see vet Mo if it happens again. No changes in urination, no attention to vulva, nothing wrong with vulva as I can see.

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Pawbly | 11 years ago
Hello 7mo Old Siamese Neutered On Fri Will Not Keep Cone On.. Has White Raised…

Hello 7mo old Siamese neutered on Fri will not keep cone on.. Has white raised spot thats black/blue Stopped oral diluted metcam as was prescribed this am & Primary vet not helpful, taking to emergency clinic tonite. What could this be?

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Pawbly | 11 years ago
Is It Still Epilepsy If My Dog Only Had A Seizure At Age 5…

Is it still epilepsy if my dog only had a seizure at age 5 and then 9?

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  1. Jana

    Hi Elizabeth,

    from the way you’re asking I’m assuming that it was diagnosed as epilepsy the first time around? At the age of 5 it would be a likely diagnosis. How was it diagnosed and was it treated in any way?

    “The two most important factors in the diagnosis of idiopathic epilepsy
    is the age at onset and the seizure pattern (type and frequency). If
    your dog has more than two seizures within the first week of onset, your
    veterinarian will probably consider a diagnosis other than idiopathic
    epilepsy”

    http://www.petmd.com/dog/conditions/neurological/c_dg_epilepsy_idiopathic_genetic

    Onset of seizures in a dog older than 5 years, it can be metabolic or neurological (a lesion like a brain tumor).

    So the question on my mind would be, is it the same thing as it was four years ago or is there something else going on? If it was me I would want to revisit this with my vet.

    http://dawgbusiness.blogspot.ca/2012/10/really-angry-vet-winstons-first-seizure.html

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Pawbly | 11 years ago
Is It Possible For A Dog To Be Epileptic But Only Has Had One At…

Is it possible for a dog to be epileptic but only has had one at age 5 then at age 9?

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Pawbly | 11 years ago
Zoey Has Been Doing This Since She Became Older. We Now Roll Up All…

Zoey has been doing this since she became older. We now roll up all rugs, clear countertops, remove plush toys, let them out repeatedly before leaving. This happens whether we are gone for 2hrs or 6hrs. We understand it is probably the anxiety that causes her to urinate and defecate. We also understand the behaviors are related to the same. But it is so disheartening and honestly, frustrating, when we return home to find what she has done. We are now trying the wall plug phermones, trying not to make it a big deal when we leave or come home and most importantly, trying not to react when we discover her latest destruction.

To make it worse, my 1 male who is dominant will mark her urinated spots if we do not clean and neutralize it sufficiently… which we always try to do. It seems the issue is cascading and we are at wits end.

Any thoughts?

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  1. Brian Downie

    Sounds good and thanks!  We will setup an appointment with you to get a general checkup and talk about behaviorists.

    Brian and Ericka 

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Sandy | 11 years ago
One Of My Older Cats, Fluffy, Is Favoring His Left Eye; Upper And Lower Lids…

One of my older cats, Fluffy, is favoring his left eye; upper and lower lids are pink. Tender to the touch around the eye. I plan to call for an appt in AM but is there anything I can do tonight to relieve obvious discomfort?

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  1. Sandy Post author
    Dr. Magnifico:
    I saw Dr. McCarthy today and it does not seem to be anything serious with Fluffy’s eye. No signs of scratching or cornea damage.  A good flushing and antibiotic should resolve the issue.  Thanks so much!!!
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Pawbly | 11 years ago
My Dog Started Shaking And Foaming At The Mouth….what Could Be Wrong

my dog started shaking and foaming at the mouth….what could be wrong

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