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Despite this misery, he's actually gained weight (now weighs 61 pounds/28 kilograms), still has a voracious appetite, and drinks a lot. His energy level is as high as it ever was. In fact, if it weren't for the blood-stained, malodorous, pudding-y poop, I wouldn't be worried at all.
But I am worried.
I'm also going broke. We could have had a weekend getaway for the cost of vet visits, tests, and prescriptions! And the vet just called to say that the blood tests indicate the first antibiotic isn't working, so we're going to switch to another. Ka-ching!
I had (only half-jokingly) proposed to Steve that we get another dog. He sensibly pointed out that we can't afford another dog. He's right. I had thought a young dog would have fewer health concerns, but it appears I was wrong.
I'll keep you posted.
There are actually pet insurance plans you can buy. At least, here in the States there are. Usually regular check-ups and vaccinations are covered completely then the plan pays a percentage of bills outside the normal care. Could be helpful...?
ReplyDeleteI've procrastinated about looking into them, but I think we need one!
Deletepoor thing. it's so tough when they aren't well and they can't tell you what is wrong.
ReplyDeleteI hope he's better soon.
Thanks, Rory. I sure hope so, too.
DeleteAw, here's hoping he gets better soon before it costs too much more money!
ReplyDeleteIndeed. I'm hopeful that this new round of antibiotics does the trick.
DeleteAww what a beautiful dog, I hope he's better soon! We need to keep our dog on a super strict bland diet too. Really hard when her favourite food is pizza!
ReplyDeleteOh, dear. I have a feeling we're heading for a permanently bland diet for Kane as well.
DeleteOh I hope Kane gets better. We have a yorkie with a sensitive tummy and I've had to make her rice to normalize her stools many times. We finally found this dog food from Royal Canic -- Its called Mini Special (has a green label) for dogs with sensitive stomachs and fussy appetites (10 months to 8 yrs old. 9 - 22 lbs) She hasn't had diarrhea since she started eating this food. Good luck!
ReplyDeleteWe may need to look at changing his food to something either hypoallergenic or just "fussy tummy."
DeleteOh no. The poor puppy! My sister had a dog who could only eat lamb and rice. It gets pricey dealing with that all. Sorry you guys have to do that!
ReplyDeleteLamb! I can't even afford to eat lamb myself. Rice, potatoes, and boiled chicken seem to be okay for him. And he does seem to be improving.
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