My dog hasn’t eaten in 5 days, and he only drinks a teeny bit amount of water….we went to the vet…he stayed for 2 nights at the doggy hospital, and he was diagnosed with pancreatitis. He now has all kinds of different wet foods that we are supposed to feed him, but he won’t eat!!! He looks away, and we have to force feed him his medicine….what can I do to get him to eat??? He won’t eat ANYTHING!!!!!
PLEASE HELP, THIS DOG IS MY LIFE!!!!
2007-09-30 11:24:31 · 19 answers · asked by Izamar 1 in Pets ➔ Dogs
Thank you guys so much, mickey is a 6 year old boxer, I love him so much, omg I can’t even see myself without him, he cheered me up when I was sad, he’s made me so happy… there’s no animal hospitals in my little town, but he’s going to a different vet tomorrow asap
2007-09-30 12:12:49 · update #1
i am begging him to eat...i've even been reduced to tears, yet nothing...
2007-09-30 12:21:11 · update #2
Hey guys, its been a long day, mickey is staying overnight at another vet, and he is getting fluids iv’d into him…they did rays and found a weird shape that could be something that has to do with his intestine or a bottlecap…his pacreatitis is really hurting, but he’s gonna get meds for that…I’ll keep you updated!!!!
2007-10-01 09:40:10 · update #3
Hey guys, its been a long day, mickey is staying overnight at another vet, and he is getting fluids iv’d into him…they did rays and found a weird shape that could be something that has to do with his intestine or a bottlecap…his pacreatitis is really hurting, but he’s gonna get meds for that…I’ll keep you updated!!!!
2007-10-01 09:40:41 · update #4
Okayyyy guys this is shocking but at this new vet they did some pancreatitis test and mickey didn’t really have it!!!!!!! And he got surgery two days ago…it turns out he Had swallowed a corn cob…which I have NO idea where he found because we don’t eat corn lol….he’s coming home today1!!!!!
2007-10-03 11:53:43 · update #5
Treatment Most cases of canine pancreatitis require hospitalized treatment for a minimum of three to four days, and sometimes much longer> http://www.pets.ca/encyclopedia/pancreatitis_dog.htm
I think your dog came home too soon! All efforts are wasted if they don't keep the dog on IV and intensive care until he is eating and drinking. That is a good explanatory website.
Wow! Thanks for letting us know. He was in my prayers.
2007-09-30 11:50:47 · answer #1 · answered by Chetco 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
If he had pancreatitis and he still isn't eating them he needs to go back to the vet SOON.
When my dog had it, she was in the hosp for a week on IVs and pain meds. I had to take her from my vet hospital during the day to an emergency hosp for overnite care (it was a really bad cases of it) They wouldn't release her until she started to truly eat again.
If it is a bad case of pancreatitis, they need intensive care at the hospital. It can lead to your dog getting diabetes and he may need to be on IV fluids again if he is dehydrated and not drinking water by himself, especially if he is vomiting. He could possibly still feel nauseous and not feel like eating. Pancreatitis is something that can also be painful too, so he should definitely go back to the vet.
If the vet is closed today, keep force feeding the meds and try giving him boiled chicken breast and rice and maybe the broth made from boiling the chicken breast. No salt or fatty things with it, that will only aggravate the pancreas. It is also important that he drinks. If he likes the broth you make, but not water, try mixing a little broth into the water. This might be more interesting for him.
See the vet tomorrow or if you can an ER vet tonight. If at anytime you feel you are not getting the care your dog deserves, get a second opinion. It is okay and no one will blame you for going to another vet.
2007-09-30 18:48:39 · answer #2 · answered by redd_rvt 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋
If he has pancreatitis he needs to be on IV fluids and injectable medications in the hospital. Feeding or giving water orally will only make him worse. This problem is very painful. He needs to be hospitalized asap--this is a serious illness.
2007-09-30 19:04:01 · answer #3 · answered by KimbeeJ 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
TAKE HIM TO A DIFFERENT VET and ask that xrays be done. Tell the vet everything, not eating, what meds he's on and so forth. I found out a while back that one vet is'nt always right.
PLEASE for your dogs sake take him to a different vet. I also would suggest an emergency pet hospital. Much better vets there that care for your animals more, little more expensive but I feel worth it for my kids ( PETS).
2007-09-30 18:38:00 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
He obviously needs to get back to the vet or he will die at home. Call an emergency vet and they will meet you. No one here on Answers can help your dog. You cannot force feed him, it will not work. If you feed him something someone here, unless they are a vet, suggests to you, you will make his pancreatitis worse. Call the vet. Good luck.
2007-09-30 18:33:03 · answer #5 · answered by mowsermae 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
go to a different vet. did they do x rays on him. my dog had the same symptoms. he was lethargic and wouldnt eat or drink. he didnt want to go for a walk or even play with his toys. we took him to the vet on sunday even though it was closed the vet came in did x rays and found a blockage in his stomach. he went into surgery the next morning and came home good as new that tuesday. so go to a different vet u need a second opinion
2007-09-30 18:30:34 · answer #6 · answered by Stephanie 6 · 4⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like he needs an IV and some major antibiotics to help him fight this infection. Call your Vet again in the morning and let them know what is going on....
Berner hugs to your baby!!!
Glad you got him to another vet that is doing something for him. Keep us posted on his condition....
2007-09-30 19:46:57 · answer #7 · answered by berner mom 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hmm... this is hard. Ok try putting some pet food in the water. Just a teensy bit. If he drinks it, that's the first success. Oh yeah tyring getting a stick; a tiny one and lead him outside. Play wahtever with him and when he comes back, he's thirsty. One at a time, put more a more food. (dont give him a handful) If it doesnt work, im so sorry.
2007-09-30 18:32:36 · answer #8 · answered by ♥reallyrina♥ ♥roxychick♥ 3 · 0⤊ 3⤋
GET HIM TO THE VET NOW.
Sorry for the caps, but he needs to see the doctor again. Only the doctor can assess the situation and treat it. Good luck.
EDIT: Please update us after the vet's visit tomorrow. We understand your concern. Best wishes.
EDIT: Thanks for the updates, glad to hear Mickey is coming along OK!!
2007-09-30 18:30:28 · answer #9 · answered by SB 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
i'm so sorry your dog is sick. hopefully his meds will kick in and he will start feeling better.the only thing to do is try and hand feed him cooked meats that he likes,or a scrambled egg and bits of cheese for protien. see if you can get water down him even with a straw so he has some moisture.does your vet have good news for him?? some times sick animals know when their time has come and there is not much we can do other than make them comfy. i pray all goes well for you and your dog. best of luck.
2007-09-30 18:33:03 · answer #10 · answered by john n 6 · 0⤊ 3⤋