My dog is being hospitalized for pancreatitis

[Samurai_Writer]

My dog, Magic, is a cocker spaniel, 5 years old. Earlier this week, he stopped accepting his milkbones, and even a small slice of cheese which he usually loves. He seemed lethargic and depressed, and on Friday threw up yellow bile. I rushed him to the vet, and she kept him overnight, running all kinds of tests and xrays. She called me this morning and told me he has a severe case of pancreatitis. He is undergoing the initial treatment for it -- nothing by mouth, IV fluids and IV drugs. She's going to call me at 3pm and tell me how he's doing. He might have to be there a few more days.

I've been reading about canine pancreatitis, and it isn't good. some dogs recover, but they have to be fed a special diet and given meds. There's no cure, and an acute case can flare up again.

I've been going through some of my own personal trauma and physical problems recently, and if I lose my dog right now, I don't know what I'd do. I had to put my beloved cat of 15 years to sleep about 2 months ago, too.

Bella

[newsguyatl]

1. he's going to be ok

you gotta trust he's in very good hands -- sounds like you got him to the vet just in time.

you and magic are in my thoughts today!!! please keep us all updated here in the pet forum... we're sending positive vibes your way. :hug:

[SiouxJ]

2. So sorry

sending positive vibes your way.

[Lorien]

3. I'm so, so sorry!

I know how stressful it is having him at the vet clinic. Don't lose hope; magic is young enough to fight this. I'm sending good vibes to you both.

:hug: :loveya: :hug:

[Samurai_Writer]

4. UPDATE on Magic

The Vet just called and said he is doing OK. He doesn't seem to be in any pain and is energetic. She's going to keep him until Monday to finish the treatment and see how his enzyme levels are Monday morning. So hopefully he will be recovered and be able to come home on Monday!

Bella, who goes to collapse from exhaustion and worry now that she knows her puppy is likely to be OK.

[BrklynLiberal]

5. I am sending lots of white light and positive energy. You stay focused on

sending that energy out to Magic.
Please keep us posted Magic's progress.

[Lorien]

10. Great news!

we'll keep the good karma coming! :hug:

[Eurobabe]

6. Hope you continue to get good reports

and that your pup will be home on the mend, SOON!! -48

[SW FL Dem]

7. Glad to hear Magic is doing better

Hope he continues to improve!

[Robeson]

8. I'm pulling for Magic!.....

...:thumbsup:

[roguevalley]

9. hang in there honey. your puppy will come home in two days.

[demnan]

11. I'm also pulling for you and your dog

He might need a little extra care from now on, but I hope he will be alright. A :hug: to you!