What signs do you look out for in a sick doodle?

[Heidi]

Bear was feeling fine this morning, playing fetch and running around like usual.  I went out to clean up the backyard and found out he had the runs real bad.  Then this evening he threw up.  A few hours later he started to dry heave.  He's been laying down ever since.  Two days ago he ate half a paper towel and I hope that isn't what is making him feel so bad.  I'm going to the vet in morning if he doesn't look any better.  It's just so hard since they can't tell you what is wrong.  Is there anything I should be watching out for?

[Julie B.]

Not sure that an xray will see a paper towel... I am going through some of this right now and my main advice to you is ask a lot of questions and don't just do test after test with your vet unless you have had a very good explanation as to what they will find or rule out with the test. You really have to be an advocate for your dog when it comes to medical issues. Hate to be so cynical but I am having one of those days. Best of luck with Bear and Iook forward to hearing all it all comes out (no pun intended.)

[Tammy & Gracie]

Gracie's favorite stolen treat is the paper towel. So far, they have just passed without issue. Hope he is better now. Keep us updated.

[Karen, Jasper and Jackdoodle]

Heidi posted an update here:
http://www.doodlekisses.com/forum/topics/no-obstruction-for-bear?xg...

No obstruction! WooHoo!