Notice for German Shepherd and other large chested breed owners.

[TJ&LadyDi]

We picked Rex up from Western Carolina Animal Hospital yesterday and we got home around 8:00pm. He’s wobbly, as expected, but he sure was happy to see us. He had a pretty good night and I know he’s happy to be back with his mom. Doubt he missed me much, but that’s OK. It’s good to see the two of them together.

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LadyDi and I are glad to know that Rex is back home with his family and responding well. If Ryker is like either one of our two dogs, he was looking for Rex the whole time he was away. There’s no peace in our household if one of the members of the “pack” is missing. Prayers for a speedy and complete recovery for Rex. And, we’re pretty sure he missed you too, @Jim.

TJ

 

["EZ"]

Glad the story had a happy ending!

 

[Jim]

LadyDi and I are glad to know that Rex is back home with his family and responding well.

TJ

Thank you so much Jim. We are very happy to have him back as well.

 

[Tnedator]

I have heard of that. My brother's new pup, a Bernese Mountain Dog, had her stomach stapled in place. Its very common for them, so when they spay the females, they auto do it. He also was advised to only feed her in her crate, and she must rest there for a min of 30 minutes before being released.

You had my heart in my throat during your post. I'm glad that he will be OK, hopefully. That is just terrifying to witness, and heart wrenching to be waiting for the call. Keep us posted about Rex.

Yea, it's a fear my wife and I have lived with as we have three standard poodles, which are very prone to bloat. We are also rural, so two hours to the closest 24/7 animal hospital, and hit and miss if my local vet would be available after hours for an emergency surgery.

With our newest poodle, two years old, we did have him tack the stomach when she was spayed. It's what they do after performing the emergency surgery on dogs that get into surgery on time.

We are very careful about not feeding (or drink large quantities of water) the dogs for at least an hour after they've been running around, or letting them run around for an hour after eating.

 

[ARD]

We picked Rex up from Western Carolina Animal Hospital yesterday and we got home around 8:00pm. He’s wobbly, as expected, but he sure was happy to see us. He had a pretty good night and I know he’s happy to be back with his mom. Doubt he missed me much, but that’s OK. It’s good to see the two of them together.

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Awwww, big guy. So glad Rex is home. And thank goodness Brian delayed your departure that night.

 

[Tip&Tina]

I’m so glad your pup is better now, when we do get that dog some day ? I’ll be prepared. I had no idea this was possible!

 

[VCruiser603]

Sooo glad to hear your “very handsome boy” Rex is home and doing well. Thank-you so much for sharing as we have had large breed dog’s for almost 40+ years and NEVER heard of this. What a grateful wake-up call! My husband always takes ”Darcy“, our big Goldendoodle, out right away after eating thinking she may have to doo. Will now definitely wait and be vigilant. Now we are aware if our or any dog exhibits these symptoms and now know what to do. Many thanks again and continued speedy recovery for “Rex”.

 

[Jim]

Awwww, big guy. So glad Rex is home. And thank goodness Brian delayed your departure that night.

Thank you, Renee. He's really happy to be home too!

 

[Skipper N Martha Bishop]

First I'm glad Rex is ok now and that you took the right course to get him treatment. Our pet's are part of the family and money should never be a cause to let them live or not. I highly respect you for that.

 

[AuntieDodo]

I’m so happy to hear that you were able to get to hospital in time to save Rex. Thank God for this!

Brian’s call was meant to be.

I have heard of this with my friends horse but didn’t know large dogs could go through it.

Our 4 legged got meningitis at 3 after taking off in the field and not returning right away as she typically does. The vet thought she ate a dead animal or feces of one. the vet asked if we wanted him to check with insurance before proceeding with MRI and spinal tap. We said very quickly no just fix her at all costs.

She is now 10 yrs old and recently had all her teeth removed due to gum problem, she acts like she is 4. Poor thing has been through allot in her life, we rescued her from streets of Mexico. She still has lots of spunk and wears us out but she is our child and we live for her.

 

[AuntieDodo]

Jim, I wanted to put a heart on your post but I don’t know how

 

[Headhunter]

Hi Jim: Glad Rex made it back home. I was aware of this happening to big chested dogs. I have a 80lb full bred lab that I love dearly. This stomach flipping is certainty something to look for.

Regards Jim P.