thanks to lezzerpezzer and others
yes the name of the disease is vestibular syndrome. I just got back from the vet's office- dog in hand- well in my arms to be more exact. She has taken fluids yesterday and today via IV. and she will actually take some mushed up food if I put it on her tongue. she is able to swallow. After seeing me and hearing my voice and smelling me she perked up a bit. the vet confirmed that she was definitely better than this am.
She has tried to lift up her head and almost sat up once- but she could not sustain the position. I'll be turning her every 4 hrs or so - so that she does not develop a bed sore/pressure sore.
I will stay with her the night and then bring her back to the vet in the am- we want to prevent dehydration at all costs- so she will be on IV again tomorrow.
If fell rally stongly that if she improves only a little over night- that she will- with time- make a good recovery.
Thanks again for your thoughtfulness and support - who ever you are.- regards- m.f.
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