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Sick Beagle Wont eat
Hello,
I have 3 dogs, all rescue dogs, but one of my dogs, a beagle, shes 11 years old. She has never been very active, but within the last few years she has started to get a belly. We just thought it was because of the inactivity, so we put her on a diet and took her out more (it snows a lot, and she doesnt like snow). The last few days, we havent been able to get her to eat anything, and when she did she just threw it up again. She wont drink water unless you force it down her throat and even then she spits it back up. she still wont eat and its been 4 days. Shes Panting heavily every 5 minutes or so, and trembling constantly like shes freezing - but wont stay under a blanket. We've taken her to the vet and they said it "might" be cushings disease, but when we call to ask what to do about her not eating, they arent offering us any advice. She has meds, but we cant get her to eat them. any idea as to what she might have? - im thinking a worm... |
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Given her age, I would not want to take any chances. When my dog was experiencing kidney failure she became anorexic, vomited and drank minimal water. I don't want to be too alarmist, but you may want to have your vet run a blood panel and check her Creatinine and BUN levels. These are elevated with kidney failure. There are 2 types of kidney failure, accute and chronic. Accute typically arises with a poisoning (and can lead to chronic depending on the kidney damage) and chronic which typically comes on more gradually. Kidney failure is very serious. Unfortunately, the tests for the BUN and Creatinine levels only show up when there is a 70-75% loss of function.
I also dealt with suspected Cushings. Blood work can also be done as a preliminary test. Liver levels can be elevated. Our symptoms were increased thirst and appetite. Based on your observations, I would be very concerned about kidney failure. My outcome was not good, but my dog had multiple severe health issues. Good luck and please update us. |
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If it's been 4 days with no significant water intake, dehydration is also a worry. She needs to be checked over more thoroughly by a vet.
What sorts of tests did the vet run the first time?
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She definetly needs to be at the vet! She needs bloodwork, and i.v. or sub cutaneous fluids asap! my thoughts are with you and the little one that it turns out ok!!! Good luck!
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also, sorry, the trembling could be that she is cold, if she has a fever she could feel cold, take her temperature. But if she is panting and trembling that could be a sign that she is in pain and distress, please take her to a good vet, she needs to go, now.. I really really hope that it is something minor. Keep us updated as you will be in my thoughts!
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I'm not a professional, but it sounds like more than a worm to me. Have you considered a blockage? Is she throwing up (forcing it up, heaving, straining) or just regurgitating (coming up with no effort, very sudden)? If she is just regurgitating then the food/drink isn't making it to her tummy.
If you have ruled out the basics, please consider spending the to get an ultra sound. I wouldn't be waiting to see how it turns out. I'd already be on my way to the Vet (if open) or Emergency Vet NOW! Please keep us posted. My thoughts are with you and your fur baby |
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http://www.heska.com/erd/ch_insert.asp I had one dog pass at 19 months due to total kidney failure (birth defect), so I am very anal about having my other newfs tested for possible kidney problems because they come from the same line. I would also second the suggestion of an ultrasound - if it's a blockage it needs to be treated right away.
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Kandy, thank you for the link. I've bookmarked it for future reference. The kidney failure we dealt with was devastating to our family. I know you understand--I'm sorry that you do. I'm sure your loss was traumatic as well. Again, thank you for the information.
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Chicken Broth
Civility...until you figure out what the next step is....at least cook up a cup of chicken broth (1 Chicken Bouillon cube with 3/4 cups water) and add a little more water to this or maybe a few ice cubes to cool it down. This broth serves as Electrolytes (a booster) to help regain some strength.
My thoughts are with you and hope your little guy will pull through this
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I'm sorry but, it also sounds like congestive heart failure..this should be checked out pronto.
No expert here, but no one is on the internet. Only your vet knows for sure. Good luck!
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