Pancreatitis in maltese

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129422 tn?1222699589 s office and three blood profiles (one comprehensive one), other than initial dx of pancreatitis, vet is stumped as to what might be wrong. Initially (first week of August), our Maltese did vomit and wouldn't eat (and he always eats voraciously). Taken to vet around first week in August. Xrays showed nothing. Blood workup showed mild pancreatis and stool sample did show some minor blood in it. He was started on mild Rx diet and sent home. We were told to give him 5 mg.
Avatar m tn The cause can sometimes be unknown, but very often follows after eating any fatty food (Turkey skin for instance, or even chicken fat etc) Even a few table scraps CAN cause Pancreatitis attacks in susceptible dogs. And very often, when they have had one -unless they stay on a strict diet, they can get another attack in the future. Has your vet excluded this as a possibility? The treatment sounds harsh but is the best way to manage an attack.
Avatar n tn I have a 7-year-old Maltese named Hip-Hip and he is 20 lbs. I know that he is purebred because my mother owns his parents and I saw him being born. :) He was diagnosed with Pituitary Cushing's Disease when he was only 6 years old. As far as I know, that is pretty young to be diagnosed with Cushing's. Also, all of the Maltese puppies that were bred from the two parents ended up being very small (10 lbs was the biggest one aside from Hip-Hip).
Avatar f tn I had a 5 year old male maltese and on christmas eve, I gave him a small piece of pork and let him chew on the large pork shoulder bone. On christmas morning when I woke up, it was apparent that my baby was sick the whole night as there was vomit all over the kitchem which is where he slept, his water bowl was empty and after filling it was apparent he was dehydrated as he drank all the water but then threw it up. After a few hours he seemed ok, not too happy but the vomiting had stopped.
178107 tn?1315947630 My Maltese is 13 months old and is now in heat. I actually had an appointment to have her spayed next week. I know nothing about this. How long does it last, how long will she bleed, is it painful for her, how long do I wait now to have her spayed? Sorry for all the questions but I don't have a clue.
Avatar f tn She spent 2 nights in the ER hospital. She had pancreatitis. This infection settled in her kidneys causing off the chart high kidney values. She had to go on an IV drip but because of her mitral valve heart condition, she could not receive fluids too quickly. Flushed her kidneys and praise the Lord! Her values have stayed normal since returning home! Downside, the cough is back...She is on Sucrafate, Pepcid AC, Batril, Amoxil, Pimobenden, Anopril, mirtaximide and lasix.
2094952 tn?1334015457 My maltese Valentine (who passed tonight) used to do this as a little one. The vet said that the maltese can be a very stressed out, high maintenance, or nervous dog and that's why she was doing it. You could always take him to the vet but as far as I know they don't make doggy bite guards so you may be stuck with the grinding or he may grow out of it...
Avatar f tn I have 2 dogs, a Maltese and a Yorkie. They will both be turning 1 Dec. 16, and we got them both together so they have grown up together and all that. The maltese is a bit more shy and reserved while my yorkie is more out going and yappy. I have always been more attached to the maltese cuz he's more sweet, hes a mommy's boy and the yorkie likes my husband more since they play rough and is a bit aggressive.
Avatar f tn can you read my thread in dog with serious skin rash cant seem to post it as a question.
Avatar f tn 3 year old Maltese has recently started eating poop when he is out in the yard. I have 2 dogs the maltese and a terrier mix. The Maltese is paper trained but when he goes outside he eats the teriers poop. What could be wrong? Any ideas?
Avatar f tn Treatment for acute pancreatitis People with acute pancreatitis are treated with IV fluids and pain medications in the hospital. In up to 25% of patients, the pancreatitis can be severe and patients may need to be admitted to an intensive care unit (ICU). In the ICU, the patient is closely watched because pancreatitis can damage the heart, lungs, or kidneys. Some cases of severe pancreatitis can result in death of pancreatic tissue.
1807187 tn?1316861276 s possible the diagnosis could be pancreatitis, but you should ask your doctor for an exact diagnosis and also ask what diet you should be following for the condition you have. In general, most docs tell patients who have acute pancreatitis to follow a liquid diet for a period of time then slowly transition to a soft diet that is very low in fat. That can be followed up by changing back to a 'regular' low fat diet.
129422 tn?1222699589 s office and three blood profiles (one comprehensive one), other than initial dx of pancreatitis, vet is stumped as to what might be wrong. Initially (first week of August), our Maltese did vomit and wouldn't eat (and he always eats voraciously). Taken to vet around first week in August. Xrays showed nothing. Blood workup showed mild pancreatis and stool sample did show some minor blood in it. He was started on mild Rx diet and sent home. We were told to give him 5 mg.
Avatar f tn So I have a 7month old maltese. While I am at work I let my in laws take care of her and my in law takes care of other dogs (male or female). For some reason.. My female Maltese stomach has been growing outrageously big..not typical for a regular maltese weight/size. I'm thinking she may be pregnant but I'm not sure if she can be at such a young age. The only thing i also notice differently is that she is more relaxed (laying down all the time) & always out of breath. Any thoughts?
Avatar m tn ploryi blood test/liver/pancrease panel and possibly a endoscope to find out what is going on in your stomach. A gi specialist would probably be best. If this is truly pancreatitis you would need to stop drinking to let the pancrease heal before permament damage is done...(normally) BUT i'm not a doctor.. a visit with a gi specialist would be the way to go..
Avatar f tn The small dog ( maltese) was playing with our golden doodle and all of a sudden the beagle mix went after the maltese. She bit the maltese's ear ( a scratch) but I am concerned about what would have happened if we hadn't been there to stop her. She has only attacked once before in the four months that we have had her.
Avatar f tn I knew someone who had a Maltese who had pancreatitis who would behave in this way. He would appear to be fine and then suddenly he would leap up from sleeping or simply relaxing, yelping in terrible pain. Upon examination by the vet he was found to have pancreatitis, which is a very painful, potentially life-threatening condition. A trip to the vet is most definitely in order. Anything that is painful enough to make them yelp needs to be assessed medically. Please let us know how he is.
Avatar n tn Because the vet gave us muscle relaxants and rimadahl to give for pain management, his pancreatitis flared up again. Now he is in the hospital on intravenous fluids and pain med injections. I just want to know anyone's thoughts on this? I really believe if he didn't have problems with his neck, the pancreatitis would have been controllable. But b/c of his "slipped disk" in his neck steroids is usually the treatment, but he can't have steroids b/c of the pancreatitis.
178107 tn?1315947630 There is always a danger that something could go wrong during whelping, no matter how carefully you plan things. Toy breeds are even more prone to difficulties during whelping just based on their tiny size. However, there are many other important things that should be considered before breeding your dog.
Avatar n tn My female Maltese is nursing 3/4 week old pups and has a ear infection is this safe ?
Avatar m tn Hi Kelley. I'm so sorry to hear about your little boxer. Pancreatitis is a terrible disease for dogs (and people) to endure. If your vet hasn't yet performed an ultrasound, that will be the next step. They'll need to check to see how swollen the pancreas is, if there is something like a tumor or pseudo-cyst, or even a birth defect causing the trouble. It's even possible there is something blocking the pancreatitic or common bile duct at the root of the problem.
936335 tn?1246412231 Your symptoms could be SO many things including microscopic sludge/stones in the common bile duct, gallbladder problems, Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction, Small Bowel Bacterial Overgrowth, acute pancreatitis, chronic pancreatitis, autoimmune pancreatitis, mininal change chronic pancreatitis, etc., etc., etc. Pancreatic and ductal pain is among the most horrendous pain there is. If you cannot manage your pain, talk to your primary care physician and ask for some medication!
Avatar n tn Can I use Besivance in my dogs eyes? He has an eye infection. He is totally blind and is 16 years old.
8335135 tn?1397679400 My 15 year old Maltese Oliver was diagnosed with kidney failure on April 7th, 2014. He spent two in a half days at the pet clinic being flushed of all the toxins and hooked up to IV's. His BUN was 157 at the time he was admitted, but bloodwork was done the morning of his release- BUN now is 75 (still too high), leveled back to normal. Vet told me to make him comfortable and that he basically had 2-3 months left. I am heartbroken.
Avatar n tn We bred our 3 yr old maltese the week of Feb 25, We took her to the vet on her supposedly 40 day and they said we would have to bring her in 2 weeks later. I have been sick and unable to take her. She is due the last week of March but hasn't started showing yet. I think she is a little bigger than normal but not sure. She weighs 6 lbs and the father weighs only 5. Could she still start showing this late?