Again with the poop-shoots
#1
Posted 16 October 2006 - 09:34 AM
Akina (Misty) has the worst diarrhea. She's had it since she's been home, but has had some normal stools. I've tried Immodium...and some other thing that the vet gave me that actually just made her sick to her stomach.
Over the weekend, I tried the fast for 24hrs...then a bland rice and boiled meat dinner. Things were looking great and I thought we were going to be in the clear. So, I started to add just a little bit of regular food in with the rice, (Diamond Maintence) but much to my dismay....poor little girl just couldn't handle it...and squattin' outside she went.
I asked my vet about Tylan, but she wouldn't give me any because it was an 'antibiotic'.
Any clue as to why it would be 'normal' for a day...then back to the runs? Think I should keep her on Rice/boiled meat and yogurt for a few more days? Time to try a different vet???
Anyone remember if she had 'runny' issues when she was down at the swamp?
Kenny, Akina (R.I.P.) & Tanner
#2
Posted 16 October 2006 - 10:40 AM
sounds like a food allergy... maybe get a small bag of Pedigree which is what she was getting at the kennel and try putting her back on that, after a few days of the bland diet...
some dogs are allergic to many grains so maybe try plain cooked oatmeal instead of the rice...
also add acididophillus (sp?)... you can buy it in capsules or it is in dairy products like yogurt (no artificial sweetners)... this is the "good gut" bacteria which will help balance out her system...
liquid aloe, I get mine at Meijers, without the herbs will help soothe the digestive tract... add it to her water or mix in her food. start out with 1 oz a day...
canned pumpkin, the vegetable NOT the pie filling which has flavorings and sugar added... small amounts will help to soak up the excess liquid in her digestive tract and firm up the stools...
and last but not least... some rescue remedy for stress, your's and hers... one of Bella's biggest triggers is stress... a little RR whether in her food or just inhale the smell can do wonders for her... and a big sniff for you will help you relax and not stress and pass it on to her... because we all stress when our babies aren't feeling well!!!
Joni
Emmalin Jane, George, Clyde, and Rascal (meow & hiss)
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#3
Posted 16 October 2006 - 10:43 AM
Tiki has a tendency toward diarrhea. The vet gave her meds and it helped. If I give them anything other than the Eukanuba, I'm just asking for trouble. That includes table scraps, rawhides (the worst offender), etc.
Every once in awhile they will swallow a frog or a mouse or a shrew and we have a bout of diarrhea. They'll eat anything that isn't nailed down. If you don't catch the diarrhea at the start, the intestine can get inflamed and really irritated and it takes awhile to heal up. That's what happened to Tiki. ugh
Good luck with it. Sorry about the hassle. I know how bad it can get.
Jane
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#4
Posted 16 October 2006 - 11:21 AM
#5
Posted 16 October 2006 - 12:10 PM
A lady at the local pet shop here gave me some samples of the 'BARF' diet. 'Kina seems to be able to handle turkey pretty well. She's in great spirits and seems to feel great. Nothing is slowing her down at all, but you can tell she feels guilty when she has an accident.
I'm just peeved that my vet didn't do a stool sample when we were there to rule out anything else.
I'll try these suggestions.....and will definitely try a different food for her.
Kenny, Akina (R.I.P.) & Tanner
#6
Posted 16 October 2006 - 12:27 PM
#7
Posted 16 October 2006 - 12:50 PM
I'm just peeved that my vet didn't do a stool sample when we were there to rule out anything else.
I wondered if giardia had been ruled out...
Joni
Emmalin Jane, George, Clyde, and Rascal (meow & hiss)
From the Bridge - Cosmo (12/2005), Katie (7/2006), Mr. Munchkin (11/2008), Bella DSA, CGC (1/2009), Skitter DSA (12/2010), Beau (11/2014), and Calvin (6/2017)
"The world of the generous gets larger and larger... The on who blesses other is abundantly blessed; those who help other are helped." Proverbs 11:24-25
"They that sow in tears shall reap in joy" Psalms 126:5
#8
Posted 16 October 2006 - 04:32 PM
Steph
#9
Posted 16 October 2006 - 04:47 PM
Im shocked that your vet didnt want a stool sample first thing! You always have to make sure there are on parasites or worms first, then go from there. Thats what we do at my clinic. I would take a stool sample to another vet and see what her fecal shows. Then ask for flagyl ( metrodinazole) at the least to take care of whatever might be bugging her intestines. They should be able to give you a bland diet like I/D or EN, those are good foods to try for upset tummies. If no parasites, then its "possible" it could be a food allergy, or she may have just gotten into something in the yard.
Good luck!
Sharen and Eva
#10
Posted 17 October 2006 - 06:43 AM
I find the canned pumpkin almost always does the trick. (The plain pumpkin not the pie filling with spices.)
I also use Pepto but not often anymore.
I'm also surprised that the vet didn't want a stool sample. Parasites should definitely be ruled out.
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#11
Posted 17 October 2006 - 07:38 AM
Kelly
#12
Posted 17 October 2006 - 08:54 AM
Hope Akina gets feeling better!
Eric D
#13
Posted 17 October 2006 - 08:59 AM
I'm thinking on trying the Pedigree, since it seems she can tolerate that ok. That's what I fed my labs and they did great on it. But, for now, I'm going to keep her on a fairly mild food until she has a chance to get back into sorts.
Kenny, Akina (R.I.P.) & Tanner
#14
Posted 17 October 2006 - 12:10 PM
Joni
Emmalin Jane, George, Clyde, and Rascal (meow & hiss)
From the Bridge - Cosmo (12/2005), Katie (7/2006), Mr. Munchkin (11/2008), Bella DSA, CGC (1/2009), Skitter DSA (12/2010), Beau (11/2014), and Calvin (6/2017)
"The world of the generous gets larger and larger... The on who blesses other is abundantly blessed; those who help other are helped." Proverbs 11:24-25
"They that sow in tears shall reap in joy" Psalms 126:5
#15
Posted 23 October 2006 - 12:24 PM
No worms or parasites.
Vet seems to think it could be a food allergy. She's drop a lot of weight and was very lazy all weekend (hopefully just a growing spurt.) Her tail still wiggles, but all she wants to do is snuggle. I'm just getting worried. I gave her a little bit of Pedigree canned with her oatmeal and it gave her the runs too. Vet said to try Iams Lamb & Rice or Science Diet. I hate Science Diet.
She's just so BONEY! Kenny wasn't this young when I got him, are they supposed to be so skinny and boney? Her coat looks wonderful...very shiny and soft, so she must be getting some nutrients. At least she does well on the Raw Diet.
Kenny, Akina (R.I.P.) & Tanner
#16
Posted 23 October 2006 - 01:24 PM
It's an excellent resource for feeding raw/some cooked. It doesn't feed bones, just muscle meat and liver. If you're preparing your own anyway - it might be something to look at. It's basically oatmeal/veg/egg/yogurt for breakfast and then muscle meat + liver for dinner. It does go into a large number of supplements and explains the reasoning for each.
It's an excellent book and I will happily mail it to you if you want to borrow it.
SCD's Shooting Star "Stella" - We will work on titles.
Vixenvale Kingston's Warren - Kingston (2006-2017)
SCD's Black Tie Affair "Tux" - PCD, CGN, CGC (2004-2015)
Can CH Jimary Jack's Are High "Jack" (Pug) - PCD
#17
Posted 23 October 2006 - 01:46 PM
There is a girl I work with that cooks all her dogs food and it's such a healthy looking dog. She said that she'd get me some recipes and supplements that she uses. With Kenny's skin issues, it probably wouldn't hurt just to have him eat the same way.
I was just so frustrated with the vet. They didn't even have time to see the dog and I was told that if she started to lose weight to bring her in. But, they didn't seem to care. They're too 'busy'....but when I dropped the sample off...there was NO ONE THERE!!!
K- I'm done venting. I'm just glad she doesn't have worms or anything like that.
Kenny, Akina (R.I.P.) & Tanner
#18
Posted 23 October 2006 - 02:11 PM
#19
Posted 23 October 2006 - 02:39 PM
Sounds like you need to find a new vet. Have you heard of this product? It's suppose to be as close to raw as you can get in a kibble.I was just so frustrated with the vet. They didn't even have time to see the dog and I was told that if she started to lose weight to bring her in. But, they didn't seem to care. They're too 'busy'....but when I dropped the sample off...there was NO ONE THERE!!!
http://www.naturapet...pro...3D'1246']
-Arda Barber
#20
Posted 23 October 2006 - 02:42 PM
I've never heard of Innova, but I'll look into it if this brand doesn't pan out.
Kenny, Akina (R.I.P.) & Tanner
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