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An Update on Petey

A few months ago I had written about some health problems our dog Petey was having so I thought I should follow-up with the latest. He never did pass the 16 stones he had in his bladder, so he had to have surgery this past Thursday.

The incision was 4 inches long across his abdomen and all around his penis. It looks pretty gruesome and a 4 inch wound is pretty substantial on the belly of a miniature schnauzer. Silly me, I guess I just thought it would be a tiny incision and they’d pop the stones right out. I didn’t realize they’d have to cut through all the stomach and muscle and bladder. Ouch.

We also didn’t realize he’d have to stay in his crate 24/7 for the next 10 days. It is too risky for him to be out because he is a very wild boy who likes to run and jump. One wrong move and he could injure himself, so he has to be confined. I think that’s the hardest part… just resisting temptation.

Once he has his pain medicine, he acts like a normal dog. So we have to keep in mind that he’s not okay to play right now, even though he thinks he is.

But I think the worst is over. He was very sore and couldn’t move on Thursday. He had a few accidents and leaked on himself Friday, but actually started doing better and was able to go outside to use the bathroom, and also eat and drink. His appetite is back.

We’re on our way to a healthy dog!

Sat, Apr 26, 2008 @ 2:04 am | Filed in Family | Permalink

4 Comments

that poor little boy. i’m sitting here looking down at Mason laying on the floor and can’t even imagine a 4-inch slice in his tummy. i send you boys good greetings. and petey too. oh, and that reminds me, i need to make Mason’s surgery appointment for his “fixing.” That should be pleasant.

Posted by Lewis on Sat, Apr 26, 2008 @ 1:00 pm

Hope Petey recovers quickly. It’s always difficult when pets are ill. My cat’s really old (18) and won’t be around much longer, I’m afraid. Enjoy Petey’s company while you can.

Posted by Riverwolf on Sun, Apr 27, 2008 @ 1:29 pm

Here’s to a quick recovery!!!!

Posted by Chip on Sun, Apr 27, 2008 @ 8:51 pm

many get well kisses for Petey….

Posted by irisgirl on Mon, Apr 28, 2008 @ 1:03 pm