Zeke needs rays...stat!

David C. · November 30, 2006, 11:25:22 AM

Zeke had been experiencing some periodic and random vomiting lately. We really didn't think too much about it, maybe he ate too much hair off one of his toys. Last night he vomited again. This morning, he refused his food, and vomited a few more times. Clearly, Zeke was definitely out-of-sorts and not feeling well. We've just taken him over to the vet for observation and treatment. Zeke doesn't scavenge, doesn't get leftovers and didn't chew up his toys recently, so I don't know what is causing this. I'm definitely a bit nervous because Rudy had similar symptoms before we ended up sending him to the Bridge.

Zora is totally freaked out that Zeke isn't around and is climbing all over Margie. I'm at work waiting for word from the vet. We will keep everyone posted.

PattyInAK · November 30, 2006, 11:50:21 AM

We'll hope for the best for little Zeke. Hopefully, its just a touch of the flu. Let us know!
Rays to Zeke!

Kathy · November 30, 2006, 11:51:45 AM

Sending mega rays from Oregon. I hope Zeke fills better very soon!

Kari · November 30, 2006, 12:00:34 PM

Major Rays coming Zeke's way! Please keep us updated!

Roberta · November 30, 2006, 12:06:35 PM

keep us informed, and DO NOT PANIC, major rays coming.
Roberta
ps hope margies wearing trousers, I know what climby leg thing is like.

Merion · November 30, 2006, 12:32:23 PM

We are sending tons of HHHHHHHH's

and PPPPPPPPPPP's

for Zeke to feel better soon.
We sure hope it isn't anything too serious!!!!
Sending HHHHH's to you,Margie,Jessica and Zora in this time of stress.
Merion & the ZZ's

Jeri · November 30, 2006, 12:48:02 PM

Oh no! I hope it's nothing serious.

Rays and prayers are heading Zeke's way. Get better, Little Boy Blue!

Barb · November 30, 2006, 01:05:15 PM

Rays on the way. We will all be waiting on word..... Maybe his tummy is just upset with all the changes...... remember Cajsa had a lot of problems with her tummy. Please post as soon as you can.
Smoochies to Zeke and to Zora !

MindyKay · November 30, 2006, 01:18:35 PM

Rays on the way from Iowa. Here's hoping it's a little upset tummy!

David C. · November 30, 2006, 01:25:27 PM

Just got the vet report. They did blood work Zeke has an elevated Lipase count, which may be indicative of Pancreatitis. The vet seems to think that Zeke may be constipated or on the verge of constipation. They gave him fluids subcutaneously and want to observe him overnight, which we have agreed to. It sounds like he is going to be fine once we have him treated.

Zora is still clingy, but is not as freaked right now. We'll probably let her sleep in the big bed with us tonight.

Kari · November 30, 2006, 01:29:59 PM

Glad to hear that it is nothing super serious! Rays still headed his way!

PattyInAK · November 30, 2006, 02:14:19 PM

I hope Zeke has a restful night and feels better tomorrow. Give Zora extra hugs and reassurance tonight!

Sandishooligans · November 30, 2006, 02:37:44 PM

Whew! My heart froze when I read your post. Sending LOADS of rays to Zeke.

Ha! Zora is going to be insufferable when Zeke gets back home. Can't ya just hear her? "I got to sleep in the big bed. Nah nah nah nah nah nah." ....with her cute li'l tail goin' a mile a minute.

David C. · November 30, 2006, 04:35:43 PM

6:30 PM

Zeke is doing well. He's passed urine, but hasn't pooped yet. He has stopped vomiting as well. He's going to be hunkered down for the night and we'll find out how he did tomorrow AM.

While Zora has been freaked, it certainly didn't affect her appetite as she snarfed up her food very quickly.

Barb · November 30, 2006, 06:06:48 PM

Glad Zeke is holding his own - I know he will be glad to get home tomorrow. Rays still coming for him ! Smoochies to Zora - lucky girl - THE BIG BED - Woo Hoo !

Brekkesmom · November 30, 2006, 06:29:29 PM

Rays on the way for Zeke and continued improvement! We are so glad he is doing better, and Zora is all dachsie - missing brother, but still scarfing up her food!

zorazekemom · November 30, 2006, 07:17:25 PM

David,

Thank you so much for calling me and letting me know what was going on with Zeke. I had not checked the board today. I am sending major rays his way. This is completely out of the blue because he has no history of this. I offer any assistance you need to take of my little guy. Zora would love to sleep in the big bed...and you can be sure...she'll tell Zeke all about it!

Yamisi

Mike · November 30, 2006, 08:29:37 PM

I'm sorry I didn't see this earlier, but sending rays from IL for a quck recovery for little Zeke.

Rich · November 30, 2006, 09:21:01 PM

Rays from Des Moines for Zeke. Hoping to hear that he makes it home tomorrow.

Roberta · December 01, 2006, 12:27:37 AM

Had afeeling it was going to be that.
Roberta
ps hope you get some of the bed.............rays still coming

David C. · December 01, 2006, 08:17:22 AM

10:00 AM

Zeke had a quiet night. No vomiting. They are going to introduce fluids this morning and some food this afternoon. If all goes well, he'll be home by later today.

PattyInAK · December 01, 2006, 08:57:55 AM

Thanks for the updates David. I hope Zeke continues to feel better so he can come home this afternoon.

David C. · December 01, 2006, 11:41:05 AM

1:30 PM

Zeke held down his water and his food. The only problem is that he hasn't pooped yet. They're going to take him out one more time to see if he poops, but if he doesn't they will need to give him an enema :crazyeyes: Otherwise, he seems to be on schedule to come home tonight.

PattyInAK · December 01, 2006, 01:12:06 PM

Zeke probably just doesn't like foreign toilets.

But, I'm sure the enema will do the trick if he can't go on his own. Its good to hear he kept his food and water down. I'm sure he will be real happy to get home.

SNKSMOMSUE · December 01, 2006, 08:18:21 PM

A) Mega Rays coming for Zeke, what a trooper! Lets all hope its just a poopy thing!

B) Zora doesn't sleep in the big bed every night???????????????? LOL. Smootches to the worry wart from Wisconsin. Its all gonna be fine. We promise!

Zeke needs rays...stat!

Sandishooligans