Thursday, March 3, 2011

Day 6: Coonhound Paralysis / Facial Nerve Paralysis

     SULLY ATE SCRAMBLED EGGS LAST NIGHT! His appetite was spurred by the coaxing of a milk-bone, and finally he ate a few servings of scrambled eggs from my hand. This is a big step forward.
     On our last walk he finally defecated, nearly six full days after the onset of the paralysis. I am giving him more scrambled eggs today, and small amounts of Beneful chewies soaked in water. He is going to the water bowl regularly now, and I am going to reduce his IV fluids to 300 CCs a day, pending him not showing the signs of dehydration.
     While putting eyedrops in his eyes, his upper eyelid began to move. I am really excited about this.
     He seems more at ease, and slept through the afternoon in my bed. I hope things continue to improve.
How to check your dog for dehydration


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