Brinkley needs prayers-- not dehydration from beach

[Heather & Brinkley]

Last night I posted that Brinkley took an emergency trip to the vet yesterday because we thought he had gotten dehydrated from a beach trip on Sunday.  He worsened overnight so we took him back.  After lots and lots of tests, x-rays and ultrasounds there is a host of problems.  He has a fever of 106.3 and climbing.  His pancreas is enlarged and he probably has a pancreitis.  He also probably has ileus, which is an infection in the small intestine.  His guts aren't moving and his stomack is hard as a rock.  This is the major concern along with the fever.  They said they must get his intestines moving or it can be terrible trouble-- like him going septic and his brain overheating. 

What we have going for us is that we caught it early-- really early.  They said most people wait too long thinking it will pass and then the worse case scenerio of death happens.  I just knew something was wrong last night and that's when I rushed him with moments to spare before the vet closed.  My husband spent all afternoon at the vet with him today and now Brinkley is staying overnight getting pumped full of pain meds, antibiotics and and fluids.  They are hoping with constant monitoring his intestines will start to move and not go sceptic. 

I'm so scared.

[Barbara B., Sasha & Oliver]

Oh Heather.... My prayers are with you & Brinkley for a speedy recovery.  I am so thankful for this doodle group, even though I hate to hear when a doodle is sick it is very informative when everyone posts on this website the illness because I never heard of them.  I have always had dogs and you live and learn every day!!!!  I keep a very close eye on my two doodles because Sasha was very sick her first year of life so if either one of them act just a little off I freak.  Wishing Brinkley a speedy recovery.

[Lucy & AnnaBelle's Mom]

Sitting here hoping that this morning brings good news on Brinkley.

[Coco Chanel and Cheryl]

Sending hugs to Brinkley! I hope all goes well with him staying at the vet!! Coco sends lots of licks and snuggles!

[Jane, Guinness and Murphy]

Any word this morning on Brinkley? Still hoping for the best....

[Heather & Brinkley]

not yet-- counting down the minutes until 9 when I can call and get some info.

[Phoebe's Mom]

I thought about you and Brinkely all night.  Hoping today brings good news!

[Laurie, Fudge, and Vern]

Any news on Brinkley?

[Nicky, Riley & Boris]

Thinking of Brinkley and checking frequently for updates here.

[Sharon & Monty]

Oh no.  So very sorry that Brinkley isnt well.  Monty and I are sending positive thoughts and prayers your way.

[Sally, Ditzy Mitzi & Sgt. Pepper]

Sending get well wishes and prayers for Brinkley.

[Heather & Brinkley]

Counting down the minutes until 9am this morning when I can call and they will have an update for us.  I will let you guys know ASAP after I get off the phone. 

Thanks for all the support!! You guys are amazing.

[Rose Ann and Amante]

Just checking in. Hoping for good news!!!