![]() | The surgeon called me this morning and let me know Pratt got up and walked a bit today and she thought she saw a slight tail wag. She's happy with the progress, but wants to keep him another night because the fluid that's draining is opaque, which is a sign of bacteria. She said she looked at the fluid under a microscope and did see some bacteria, which is kind of to be expected because it's almost impossible to get it all. You can see the little bit of fluid in the bag in the pic. Its much less than was there 2 nights ago so thats some progress. She said they were able to give him pain meds orally, too, so she was happy with that. As was I! When I went up to see him today, they brought him into a room for me and he walked in pretty well. He didn't have the cone anymore so I'm sure that was a relief for him. But once he was in, he just wanted to lay down and rest. After being cut open twice within 3 days, having part of his intestines removed, having a feeding tube in his neck, and a drainage bag on his gut, I can't say I really blame him. I brought my shirt from home again that I had worn, and then rubbed on his brother and sister so he'd have some familiar scents with him, and he gave it a few sniffs, but that was about all. You can see in the pic I just kind of let him rest his head on it. I also brought some treats to see if that would get a reaction but just like last night, he didn't want anything. I stuck around for about an hour just petting him and telling him that Dirk and Brindle miss him, and I also told him about the chicken breast party being planned for when he's able to eat better. He just kind of kept opening and closing his eyes, and I could tell he was tired. So we're looking at one more night with the possibility of being released tomorrow. The surgeon said she'll call me late tomorrow morning and tell me what she's seeing, and make a recommendation then. Once again, thank you all for the kind words, pics of your pets wishing Pratt well, and all of the support. I've done my best to keep up with all of them and replying as much as I can because I want everyone to know how much it means to me. But if I missed anyone's comment, please know that it is still very much appreciated! [link] [comments] |