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Ava's Ultrasound Today

NickNack — Thu, 01 Oct 2020 21:59:08 GMT

I've been posting about Ava's problems with vomiting and now, diarrhea, too, as of today. My Vet referred her to the Animal Specialty Center for an ultrasound today. The Vet said that there was noticeable thickening of her stomach wall. He said that could be a result of the vomiting, or the vomiting could be because of that. He wants her to see the Internal Medicine Vet there for evaluation and most likely, for an endoscopy the same day. Her appointment is next Thursday. She will have to spend the night. That worries me for her, because she is so nervous and afraid when she's there. She pants loudly the entire time and didn't stop until we'd been home at least 30 minutes. They even gave her a sedative there.

I asked him what he thought was wrong with her, and he said if he had to guess he would say she has Inflammatory Bowel Disease. Does anyone here have a dog that has had this? Was it managed by diet? I'm just now looking up articles about it.

It sounds like a special diet is required, and that the dog has to stay on each diet they try for 6 - 8 weeks before switching. I just hate for Ava to be feeling so bad. The Vet today said to keep her on the Cerenia until her appt. next week. The good news is that he had her blood work results back from yesterday, and everything looked very good.

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shaggygirl — Thu, 01 Oct 2020 21:56:08 GMT

Awww, poor Ava, poor you having to worry about her. Here's hoping Thursday rolls around quickly for you and the vets get to the bottom of her problem and fix it pronto.

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goldensrbest — Thu, 01 Oct 2020 21:57:31 GMT

Just want to say ,your a good mom.

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Carmie — Thu, 01 Oct 2020 22:04:23 GMT

@NickNack As you know, I am a Cavalier lover. I have noticed that this breed has a of tummy and digestive issues. I am at the Vet's a few times a year for bloody diarrhea that pretty scary for me. It makes me nervous.

I usually get a prescription and some probiotics and all is well, but I still worry when it happens again.

I hope your poor Ava gets some relief soon. I am sure it's not fun for her or for you.

As an aside....I can't help but wonder if Ava's breeder knew she was having problems before you got her. I could be wrong, but the question is still in the back of my mind.

After your tragic loss of Frankie, you really don't need this worry about another dog. I hope Ava is able to recover and live the rest of her life in a healthy manner.

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Boomernichols — Thu, 01 Oct 2020 22:07:56 GMT

@NickNack I am sorry that Ava is still experiencing stomach issues. I had a dog that developed pancreatitis and it was a diet issue for life. I hope that the internist vet will be able to get Ava straightened out and restored to her perky self. You are a good momma and I will continue to lift you up in prayer for comfort.

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NickNack — Thu, 01 Oct 2020 22:11:15 GMT

@Carmie wrote:
@NickNack As you know, I am a Cavalier lover. I have noticed that this breed has a of tummy and digestive issues. I am at the Vet's a few times a year for bloody diarrhea that pretty scary for me. It makes me nervous.

I usually get a prescription and some probiotics and all is well, but I still worry when it happens again.

I hope your poor Ava gets some relief soon. I am sure it's not fun for her or for you.

As an aside....I can't help but wonder if Ava's breeder knew she was having problems before you got her. I could be wrong, but the question is still in the back of my mind.

After your tragic loss of Frankie, you really don't need this worry about another dog. I hope Ava is able to recover and live the rest of her life in a healthy manner.

@Carmie Thank you. I can understand why you say that about Ava's breeder. I have all of her Vet records, though, and nothing like this was ever mentioned. Also, she texts me about her all the time and follows me on Facebook.

I really think she genuinely wanted a good home for Ava where she could blossom without a lot of other dogs around. She knew all about me losing Frankie, and I really don't think she would have given me a sick dog on purpose.

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Sammycat1 — Thu, 01 Oct 2020 22:11:51 GMT

@NickNack

I've had dogs and cats with this. Treated with meds, supplements and diets. Wait for the endoscopy and final bloodwork, though. Hang in there.

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Dazlin — Thu, 01 Oct 2020 22:14:47 GMT

@NickNack , sorry all this is going, so stressful for your dog, and you too. I think my daughters dog had inflammatory bowel...thats the one I told you about that I took in. She kept her on regular dog food with limited ingredients. When I got her, she did well on Taste of The Wild, Salmon. We also fed very very slowly, small handfuls at a time, because she gulped it down. But I don't think that made much of a difference, because she already had these problems. I sure hope you get this resolved quickly and find ways to reduce stress for her, especially being at the vet so often.

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NickNack — Thu, 01 Oct 2020 22:14:49 GMT

@Sammycat1 wrote:
@NickNack

I've had dogs and cats with this. Treated with meds, supplements and diets. Wait for the endoscopy and final bloodwork, though. Hang in there.

@Sammycat1 I'm glad you were able to treat it. I'm trying not to jump the gun in thinking it's IBD. He did say that he thinks it's inflammatory and probably IBD. I wish our appointment was sooner than next Thursday.

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Sammycat1 — Thu, 01 Oct 2020 22:27:01 GMT

@NickNack

That's why I said what for all the tests are in, Frankie, for example, was thought to have IBD only but it ended up being triad it is...intestinal, liver and pancreas with some reflux. One dog we had focused mostly on the intestinal tract.

Earlier I wrote what I wrote because she sounded like some of our pets.

Let the science work it out thoroughly without driving yourself crazy looking things up. Get that diagnosis first.

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Still Raining — Thu, 01 Oct 2020 22:34:39 GMT

Sorry to hear she isn't a happy camper. Wonder if a very bland diet would calm things down. I had several food intolerance vomiters and they did get over it.

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KingstonsMom — Thu, 01 Oct 2020 22:43:30 GMT

@NickNack and Ava,

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NickNack — Thu, 01 Oct 2020 23:20:05 GMT

@Sammycat1 wrote:
@NickNack

That's why I said what for all the tests are in, Frankie, for example, was thought to have IBD only but it ended up being triad it is...intestinal, liver and pancreas with some reflux. One dog we had focused mostly on the intestinal tract.

Earlier I wrote what I wrote because she sounded like some of our pets.

Let the science work it out thoroughly without driving yourself crazy looking things up. Get that diagnosis first.

That's very good advice @Sammycat1 . I'll try to follow it.

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Carmie — Thu, 01 Oct 2020 23:37:31 GMT

@NickNack I sure hope you're right. Since you have met the breeder, I am sure your instincts are right.

I adopted a three year old Cavalier about the same time you got Ava and the family sure kept it a secret that she didn't get along well with other dogs. So, here I am with two dogs who can't even look at one another.

I think I may have found someone who will take her in my neighborhood. I hope things work out.

Oh, the stress we have with these lovable pups!

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NickNack — Thu, 01 Oct 2020 23:40:35 GMT

@Carmie I do hope the family in your neighborhood will take your dog. I remember your posting about that situation. If the family doesn't take her, I know Cavalier Rescue could help you.

I went to the breeder's house, and she brought Ava here. She seemed to genuinely love her and was interested in where she was going.

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Carmie — Thu, 01 Oct 2020 23:47:19 GMT

@NickNack I know Cavalier Rescue would take her and I thought about calling them. I don't want Natalie to go back to the family who had her before me. She arrived underweight in bad condition. They said if things don't work out, they would like her back.

She has a microchip that is still registered to that family. I am sure Cavalier Rescue would get in touch with them. I hate to be sneaky, but I want what is best for the dog.

The person who is interested is a single guy who has a roommate who is home all day and works nights, so one of them would be home with her all of the time. The guy is familiar with Cavaliers as his parents have one.

I have to interview him and check references first...

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PAlady — Fri, 02 Oct 2020 00:32:23 GMT

We had a dog that had IBS, it takes trial and error on feeding the dog. She was put on Eukanuba Lamb and Rice can dog food and mix with Eukanuba dry dog food (use the German Shepard type). German Shepards have loose stool so this dog food helps bond the stool. Any treats should be very bland ( we used to boil chicken breast and give her bits of it for treats. Also, our vet gave us a presciptions for meds that takes care of diarreha. When she started to get diarreha (after a while you can tell when it is about to start) give the dog the proper doses for about 3-5 days. This will catch it before it get real bad. Don't give the dog anything with spices or smoked flavor - You will regret this. If the IBS get bad for a few days - just give the dog can dog food, it you give them dry dog food it may irritate the dogs gut so can dog food for a few days helps sooth the irratation.

Good luck.

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newtoallthis — Fri, 02 Oct 2020 00:41:33 GMT

@NickNack

I had a cat that had IBS. He had every test known to the vet world to make sure nothing else was going on. Probiotics and Royal Canin gastrointestinal food, wet and dry both got him straightened out. None of the other foods worked for him.

Keeping you and your sweet Ava in my ❤️ And 🙏🏻 Prayers.

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sceniccoast — Fri, 02 Oct 2020 01:04:26 GMT

@NickNack

Geez, the two of you can't catch a break. I feel for both you & Sweet Ava & truly hope the Vets can get Ava healed soon. I hope Handsome Henry is watching Ava closely & being a good big brother.

I'll put you both in my prayers, take care.

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NickNack — Fri, 02 Oct 2020 12:45:55 GMT

@Carmie wrote:
@NickNack I know Cavalier Rescue would take her and I thought about calling them. I don't want Natalie to go back to the family who had her before me. She arrived underweight in bad condition. They said if things don't work out, they would like her back.

She has a microchip that is still registered to that family. I am sure Cavalier Rescue would get in touch with them. I hate to be sneaky, but I want what is best for the dog.

The person who is interested is a single guy who has a roommate who is home all day and works nights, so one of them would be home with her all of the time. The guy is familiar with Cavaliers as his parents have one.

I have to interview him and check references first...

@Carmie I remember the story. I would never send her back to her original family either. They abused her by neglect. I hope it works out with the guy who is interested in her.