Just so no one ends up crying .. besides me . . he’s doing MUCH better. It wasn’t that way this morning and I was crying again. I cannot be strong when it comes to my pets.
Yesterday . . I was supposed to give him two pills before bed time. He would NOT eat and he’s normally such a good eater. I tried hard dog food, canned dog food, leftover turkey, leftover beef tips from our dinner, pasta which he normally scarfs down . . and his favorite . . a scrambled egg. No, thank you! Cheese! Nope! He wouldn’t even taste it .. yet twice last night he threw up . . where all that came from, I have no idea. Then I decided I’d just open his mouth and stick then down his throat but he had enough energy to let me know if I wanted to keep my fingers, I’d best not try that.
So, we all went to bed without him getting his pills
This morning . . he went outside but he was staggering and it was like his legs kept buckling under him. He fell a couple of times after he came in. He was struggling to walk on the hard floor but he did better on the rugs. Still, he would not eat.
I went through the same thing with food this morning – eggs, dog foods . . nothing interested him. This is where I started to be really concerned. It had been over 24 hours since he had eaten a bite.
Then . . Vince came home for lunch. Speck ran to meet him at the door, and then he ran into the kitchen just like always does . . lunch time for everyone! I fixed Speck’s normal lunch, but only gave him about 1/4th as much as normal .. just to see if he could keep it down. He did so a couple of hours later, I gave him more, along with the two pills he was supposed to have.
No matter how optimistic I try to be, he’s 15-1/2 years old and he isn’t going to be around forever. He’s here now. He’s doing better and I’m happy!
Linda Mincher says
I’m glad to hear he’s better today. We just had to go through this last spring, and it’s so hard. Our other dog has just gotten over a round of antibiotics and the vet tech recommended we try marshmallows for her pills. The vet even said they are one of the most hypoallergenic treats you can give your dogs. We tried it and she loves them. She had three pills twice a day, so I took one large marshmallow and tore it into 3 pieces then wrapped the marshmallow piece around each capsule. She snarfs it down. Marshmallows are a lot cheaper than Pill Pockets!
Linda in TX says
We used to coat the the pills in a big mess of soft butter. If it wasn’t soft and squishy, our dogs would lick off the butter. Squishy butter went down in one lick. Now cats – they’re way smarter. We finally just decided to take them in for shots. It’s an emotional roller coaster. I’m sorry for your emotional time right now. You’re a good, loving pet momma.
AmyM says
Thanks for the update.. every day that he is feeling better is a bonus.. hope the medicine helps.
Linda in NE says
I’m glad to hear that Speck rallied.
Our son’s dog gets her pills mashed up really well in a little ice cream. She knows there’s something in there but she’s such an ice cream freak that she licks it up anyway.
Donna says
Hope he does better tonight and tomorrow. Each day he’s better gives hope.
I think sick pets are the worse because they cant tell you what doesn’t feel good. Hang in there!
Diana G says
Oh good .. I am glad he is doing a wee bit better.. Prayers that he keeps on getting better!!!
Karen Sutton says
Judy, I’m so sorry you’re going thru this – it’s so hard to lose a pet. They’re really part of the family, not just a pet. I’m glad he’s better today – hope that continues. Take care.
Sharry Madden says
Judy sweetie, it’s so hard to read about Speck – it’s just over a year ago since we lost our 15 yr old Megan and oh, we still talk about her regularly. I can still feel her about the place and would live our 15 years with her all over again in a second.
PattiLynn says
Happy to hear he’s feeling better!
JudyCinNC says
Really am glad he is eating – those pills on an empty stomach – ugh . So long as he stays comfortable you will not worry as much. You are a good caregiver. Judy C
Laura says
My dog just had surgery this week and usually eats anything. He turned his nose up at the peanut butter I usually hide his pills in, but cold, congealed turkey gravy worked great!
Dar in MO says
I’ve been off the grid for a few days because my DH had a stent implant. Did not know about Speck. Glad he’s eating again. I know exactly how you feel when they refuse all their favorites and do not eat. It is the same with the DH! Now him I could smack up side the head, but not my fur babies when I had them.
Amy (Waunaknit) says
Hoping Speck is doing better. Thinking of you and Vince.