UUUGH. Darwin Just Ate a Chicken Carcass...UPDATE 4

[Camilla and Darwin]

Okay guys, we have been transitioning Darwin to free roam and he has been doing perfectly. We always put the garbage up though, because he is a sneak and will get into it. Well this time we forgot. And he ate an entire carcass of a rotisserie chicken out of it. I know that chicken bones are dangerous, and I know to feed him white bread. DH is getting that now. The question is, how serious is this? Can we feed him the white bread and just observe him? He seems to be acting normally but this only happened an hour ago or so. 

Our vet is 3 hours away and closed. So if possible I'd like to just watch him for any signs. But I'd appreciate any advice... 

How much white bread should we give him?

He seems so happy and pleased with himself that I keep forgetting to feel guilty. But I am... bad us. :-(

This morning I took Darwin out to go and he did go poo without any problem. I didn't see any chicken bones in it, but he didn't have trouble getting it out. I fed him more food and some more bread as well. He didn't finish the bread... I guess he's too full. He's been acting normally other than that. Thanks for you concern everyone, just when we think we have made all the dumb mistakes we possibly can.... always be watchful. :-) I will continue to update.

 

UPDATE 2:

He has gone poo 3 times today already. The first was normal, the last two have been diarrhea. No blood, or bone fragments. I'm concerned about the diarrhea but at least he's having no issues going?

 

UPDATE 3

He is still having liquid diarrhea and had to go at 4:30 this morning, then again at 7:00. He also threw up his kibble from last night, which still looked like kibble. I am stressing out because we really can't take him with diarrhea, but we really can't cancel this trip either. I would just take him to the vet, but it's a 5-6 hour drive round trip... in the wrong direction. Unsure of what to do at this point. DH is buying pumpkin.

 

UPDATE 4

Now that we are back from Idaho I thought I would update everyone again. Darwin is doing extremely well. The vet gave us medicine that coated his stomach to prevent small splinters from scraping or puncturing. She also gave him a shot to calm his stomach and an anti-diarrhea medicine. It cleared up almost immediately and it was pretty obvious that he felt much better. We went up to Idaho immediately after, and he slept most of the way which was nice. He was energetic and alert, and very well behaved the whole weekend. We fed him chicken and rice which he felt was a special treat. :-)  I was relieved and proud of him for being such a good boy. :-) He had solid poos the next morning and hasn't had a problem since.

Next, I want to thank all of you SO MUCH. You have all been so helpful. I received offers of help for any possible bills and so much awesome advice. This is truly such a special and supportive group and I am so grateful. Darwin is sending virtual doodle kisses to all of you!

Nobody is perfect, but that doesn't make it feel any less bad when you make a mistake that lands your dood in trouble. :-( I'm so glad he was okay and I am reminded to always be careful and watchful. Also I'd like to remind everyone to get insurance now! We have insurance for Darwin and it was a huge relief. I did look up the policy and found out that F was correct, our insurance does cover emergency vets, they cover 80% which is awesome. It's another good reminder to study your insurance policies so that if a situation like this comes up you won't panic or put off going like I did. 

Thanks again to everyone, you are the best.

 

[Camilla and Darwin]

You all have been so great thank you. He's getting tested now, dh and I are sitting nervously on office chairs in the neighboring staples waiting. I will let you know

[Karen, Jasper and Jackdoodle]

Will be anxiously awaiting news. Thanks for letting us know, Camilla, we all love Darwin. (And you, too)

[F, Calla & Luca]

Ditto.

[Bonnie and Kona]

So glad to hear you were able to get him to a vet. The peace of mind will be well worth it. 

[Sue & Lily Grace]

It is really hard on the doodle parents. Prayers coming your way.

[Lisa, Daisy & Dexter]

Camilla, feeling your anxiety all the way to OH....I will be praying for a quick answer, a bill that is paid for by your insurance and a peaceful rest of the weekend.

Good Luck!

[Doris, Knox & Flash]

Been away from DK and just catching up! Sending prayers your way, Camilla!

[Nicky, Riley & Boris]

Shoot : ( hoping that this is something that is easily treated and that Darwin is well soon.  Thoughts are with you now, I will be watching for updates.  I asked my vet that if there was an emergency and I couldn't afford to pay a big bill could they deal directly with the insurance company and they said they do it all the time here.  I don't know whether this is possible where you are?

[Camilla and Darwin]

Good news everyone! He's totally fine, no blockage or dehydration or anything. They gave two medications for diarrhea and stomach, totaling 100 bucks. Total rip off, but waaaay better than surgery and the best part is he'll be feeling better quick. Yay! Thanks everyone

[Sue, Murphy and Bella ()*o*()]

Oh so good to hear. Have a safe trip.

[Jarka, Monty & Auggie]

Oh, that's great news! Phew! No more chicken bones, Darwin! You scared us all. Enjoy your trip, Camilla.

[Nicky, Riley & Boris]

Brilliant news!, hopefully you can relax now and Darwin will be back to normal in jig time  : )