“The baths were complete. The sweetest face I’d ever seen came out after all the pests and dirt were gone. Good lord, I couldn’t keep it together. I think I was more of mess than my girlfriend was. I went back to the store to buy dog food, a crate, and of course a little toy for her.”
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“She didn’t know whether or not to trust us enough to fall asleep. She needed sleep badly, but her past definitely damaged her trust in humans.”
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“Well that didn’t take long!”
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“Here you can see how skinny she actually is. I can’t believe someone would just abandon a dog as sweet as her. Something so innocent doesn’t deserve that. She threw up multiple times in our apartment. She would drink a little water. Throw up. Eat a little food. Throw up. I thought it might be because she hadn’t had anything for so long that her system couldn’t handle it, but we didn’t know for sure.”
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“She didn’t mind her crate at all. She was so good! Although, I think she knew the word “vet” because as my girlfriend and I were talking about taking her the next day, this is the look we got. Don’t worry little girl, it’s for the best.”
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“X-rays didn’t show us what we wanted to see. She had a major blockage. Hence the throwing up. Her little body was rejecting everything. The vet gave her a warm water enema while we waiting in the room. Thirty minutes pass and the doctor returns only to tell us that she didn’t pass anything and that surgery would be needed. He gives us the estimate and we nearly throw up just as our newly found pup has done. Since we didn’t know what the blockage was, the doctor couldn’t give us a chance of survival on the surgery. He said since they were going in blind, they wouldn’t know until they actually got in there. What do we do? How do we decide if it’s worth it?”
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“Well, let’s be honest. There was only one choice. Let’s do it! She deserves a chance. The surgery certainly isn’t in our budget, but there was absolutely NO way we were going to tell them to just put her down. A dog as sweet as this is more than worth it. We hadn’t planned on owning a dog, especially spending thousands of dollars on just a chance to own one, but we had to try.”
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“Her empty crate in the apartment weighed down our hearts, but we knew that the surgeons would take good care of her. We got a call midday today and the surgery was a success! The had to cut into her intestine in five different places to remove all of the cloth and plastic that she had eaten just trying to survive out on her own. She is in recovery now and they said we might be able to have her back home on Thursday. We can’t wait to have her with us again. My girlfriend has already told me that the pup will be spoiled rotten. Little One has apparently already claimed my spot on the bed, as well. Oh well, totally worth it.”
He posted an update later saying:
“I hope this is the right place to post an update. We got a call from the surgeons about an hour ago. She had a rough night last night but has started to perk up today. Her curiosity is coming back and she’s moving around a bit. All of the nurses just love her and keep sneaking back there to get some pets :)”
We’re so glad this couple happened to notice this dog when they did and took him in to give him everything he needed. Little One surely wouldn’t have survived without their help. We wish nothing but the best for them going forward in life as Little One continues to grow and blossom.
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Reverse Sneezing In Dogs – What to do…
Does this sound familiar? Your dog suddenly starts making loud snorting sounds—over and over again, in quick succession.
Do you start wondering, did they swallow something they shouldn’t have? Can they breathe?!
Chances are, you’re experiencing the infamous “reverse sneeze.”
Veterinarians often see dogs whose owners rushed them in for an emergency appointment after finding them standing with their elbows apart, head pulled back, and eyes bulging as they snort or gasp repeatedly.
Yet for the vast majority of these dogs, a vet visit was unnecessary.
Reverse sneezing looks and sounds scary the first time you encounter it. However, it’s a fairly common and harmless respiratory event for dogs.
Read on to learn how to identify reverse sneezing, what causes it, and how to tell the difference between a harmless reverse sneeze and something else.
What is reverse sneezing?
A reverse sneeze is pretty much what it sounds like: a sneeze that happens in reverse! The above video is a good example of what it looks and sounds like.
In a regular sneeze, air is rapidly pushed out through the nose. In a reverse sneeze, air is rapidly, and noisily, pulled in through the nose.
It occurs in spasms lasting anywhere from a few seconds up to a minute and sounds like snorting, snuffling, and even gagging. See the above video for an example.
Because of the sounds their dogs make while reverse sneezing, many people mistakenly think their dog is choking. However, a reverse sneeze is almost as normal and harmless as a regular sneeze.
What causes reverse sneezing?
VIA There’s no single cause for a reverse sneeze. Like regular sneezing, it’s often triggered by an irritation or inflammation in the nose, throat, or sinuses.
It often occurs when dogs wake up from a nap, or after eating, when their breathing pattern may have rapidly changed. It’s also caused by irritants in the airway—anything from dust to an inhaled hair!
Some dogs experience more frequent reverse sneezing in springtime when the air is full of pollen and other allergens.
Others reverse sneeze more in the winter, when sudden temperature changes between outdoors and indoors cause the nasal passages to contract.
Another common cause of reverse sneezing is pressure on the throat and neck. A too-tight collar, or straining against the leash, can irritate the throat and lead to a reverse sneeze. That’s just one more reason to consider a harness for your dog.
Finally, some dogs reverse sneeze after exercise, or when they’re overexcited. This is particularly common among brachycephalic, or short-nosed, breeds like pugs and bulldogs.
When they get worked up, they may inhale their elongated soft palates into the throat, triggering an episode of reverse sneezing.
How to end a reverse sneezing episode
VIA Reverse sneezing is super-common, and it won’t hurt your dog. However, some dogs become anxious during a reverse sneezing episode, and a lengthy episode may be uncomfortable.
You can help your dog recover from a reverse sneezing episode by remaining calm yourself. If you get anxious, your dog’s anxiety will increase, too. So, stay calm, and show your dog there’s nothing to panic about.
If your dog is experiencing a particularly long episode of reverse sneezing, you may be able to ease or end the episode by:
- Gently massaging your dog’s throat
- Briefly covering their nostrils, which will cause them to swallow and potentially stop sneezing
- Depressing their tongue with your hand to help open airways
- Some vets suggest gently blowing in your dog’s face
In the vast majority of cases, there’s no need to intervene. Reverse sneezing doesn’t last long, and your dog will be perfectly normal after it stops.
When you should go to the vet
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As mentioned, reverse sneezing rarely requires veterinary treatment. As soon as the sneezing episode stops, the situation is resolved. However, if episodes increase in frequency or duration, you should call the vet just in case.
You should also seek treatment if your dog’s reverse sneezing is accompanied by other respiratory symptoms or if they have any unusual discharge from their nose.
Occasionally, chronic reverse sneezing can be a symptom of more serious issues. These include nasal mites, foreign objects in the airway, respiratory infections, and tracheal collapse.
If you’re concerned about the intensity of your dog’s reverse sneezing, take a video to show the vet. They’ll be able to determine potential causes.
Most dogs experience episodes of reverse sneezing at some point in their lives. For the vast majority of dogs, it’s a common, temporary, harmless reaction with no lasting aftereffects.
Of course, it still sounds unsettling to our human ears! But now that you know what reverse sneezing is, you’ll be less likely to make an unnecessary vet visit.
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