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Good vibes needed for Ruby's cousin, Beau

Posted : 9/1/2011 10:46:08 PM

We just found out that DH's sister's dog, Beau, has d-Con poisoning. The prognosis is very guarded -- the vet told them the next 12 hours will be touch and go.

Unfortnately, they didn't see him eat the poison, so it's been in his system for a couple days or so. They took him to the vet initially because they thought he bit his tongue, but the next couple days he started exhibiting other worrisome symptoms. They took him to a specialist today, and he thought everything pointed to poisoning. The prognosis is better if treatment begins immediately after ingestion, so they're not feeling too hopeful, even though he's getting all the best treatments possible now.

He's not even a year old, so maybe his youth will help his chances of recovery. In the meantime, any positive vibes, good thoughts, and doggy prayers for Beau (and his human family) would be greatly appreciated. Thank you!

Baby Boy Marco

Posted : 9/1/2011 10:58:08 PM

Well .... we will see if our magical iDog special big vibes to heal will work. ((((Beau)))) Beau and his family are in my thoughts and prayers.

calliecritturs

Posted : 9/1/2011 11:22:58 PM

It's a hard one to catch -- will definitely be thinking good thots and saying prayers!

willowchow

Posted : 9/2/2011 1:09:57 AM

Our thoughts are with Beau and his family!

Hopefully, you are right and age is on his side.

Johnny&Tessy

Posted : 9/2/2011 7:34:04 AM

Good thoughts and prayers for Beau coming from me!

FrisbyPI

Posted : 9/2/2011 8:15:43 AM

Sending good thoughts for Beau and his family. Hang in there, buddy!

tacran

Posted : 9/2/2011 12:00:18 PM

Thanks, everyone! The word this morning is that Beau is doing "a little bit better." According to the vet, his blood numbers are slightly improved and he wagged his tail. No other details -- this came from my MIL, who must've talked to my SIL early this morning. I'm sure DH will talk to her at some point today, so I'll get more info. The fact that he survived the night is encouraging, I would think.

Thank you again -- and keep those iDog vibes coming!

tacran

Posted : 9/2/2011 11:26:20 PM

Great news tonight - Beau is now at home (I'm shocked he was released so quickly) and resting comfortably. He has medications to continue and he has to be kept quiet, but they are hugely relieved. We didn't get details because we were out tonight and got the phone message too late to call back, but this basic info was good to hear.

Thanks again for all the support --- it made a difference!!

kpwlee

Posted : 9/3/2011 12:31:46 PM

wow missed this but sooooooooooooooo happy he is OK!!

JackieG

Posted : 9/5/2011 6:17:32 AM

I just saw this thread. I hope Beau is continuing to improve. I'll be keeping him in my thoughts and prayers for a full recovery.

Johnny&Tessy

Posted : 9/5/2011 7:49:56 AM

Woo hoo on being home!!! Continued good thoughts and vibes!

janobonano

Posted : 9/5/2011 10:00:46 AM

Sorry I missed this also. I'm glad he's getting better!

tacran

Posted : 9/5/2011 1:47:47 PM

Thanks everyone -- we talked to my SIL yesterday and she said Beau is like a different dog already -- eager to play, happy, energetic, eating well, acting like his 9-month old self again. In fact, they're struggling to keep him as quiet as the vet instructed.

My SIL was feeling so guilty that Beau got sick because of something she put out in the basement -- even though it was a few years ago that she put the d-Con out, and she totally forgot it was there. Her vet told her one of his dogs get into d-Con once in his house, and you'd think a vet would know better, so she shouldn't beat herself up too much. We try to do our best to keep them out of harm's way, but you can't remove every single risk out there. It's the same with kids. There's always something they can get into or get hurt on.

Thanks again for all the good thoughts!

calliecritturs

Posted : 9/5/2011 3:16:29 PM

RAH!! Those are incredible good things!!

I have to battle tree rats here outside (they call them "citrus rats" because they LOVE citrus trees), and I've had a tough time getting rid of them without having stuff that makes the dogs at risk. ugh. It's not easy.