Originally posted by DanaH@Apr 9 2005, 04:11 PM
Okay, I just got back from the vet with Baxter. He has not been eating well since Tuesday and felt really warm on Wednesday. He has been real lethargic all week. Yesterday we were at the vet for a dental check and neuter appointment(May 6) and he appeared fine but today he has been vomiting. The vet took an x-ray which appeared normal unless he has ate something non metal which she said should show a lot of gas on the film which was not there. She gave him an injection of Centrine for the vomiting and a B12 shot. She said to bring him back tonight if he was still vomiting and she would start an IV so he would not dehydrate. I am really worried. She said to not allow him to get stressed and take him home to rest. He is laying beside me now, I am so used to him playing that this has me scared to death. What should I be doing for him or looking for. I do not even know what is wrong! Also his temp. was normal today but how do I check it at home. The vet uses an ear thermometer and what is a normal temp.?
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I'm sorry he is not feeling well. It is so stressful when our little ones are not up to par. I have used a rectal therometer to take my first Maltese, Rosebud's temperature.
Here is info regarding normal temperature and how to take it from the Purina Dog Chow web site:
Dog Temp Info
BODY TEMPERATURE FOR DOGS
The normal body temperature for dogs ranges between 99.5° to 102.5°F. Like humans, dogs need to keep their body temperature as close to normal as possible. Learn to check your dog’s temperature if possible when you have concerns and contact your veterinarian if you find any problems.
If you’re uncertain you can handle the following procedure, see your veterinarian. But it is possible for the owner to take a pet's temperature, depending upon the disposition of the pet.
Taking Your Dog’s Temperature
1. Have someone assist you by holding the back end of the pet.
2. Use a rectal thermometer; an oral thermometer should never be used to get
a rectal temperature.
3. First shake the thermometer thoroughly until the column of mercury is about 96°.
4. Lubricate the thermometer with petroleum jelly or mineral oil.
5. Grasp the pet's tail and lift it.
6. With a gentle, twisting motion insert the thermometer until half its length is in the rectum.
7. Retain your grip on the thermometer and tail for at least three minutes.
8. Remove the thermometer and read the mercury level.
9. If the pet's temperature is above 103°F (which is considered to be a fever) or below 99°F consult your veterinarian.
