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**Furbabies mom** · 11-17-2012, 12:00 PM

I feel like a new Maltese mommy with Dewey!! Even though I've had several malts an Yorkies, besides having illnesses at old age, I've never encountered some of the issues that I've had with Dewey. I did have a malt that tore his ACL. And his surgery and recovery went well! I am constantly googling things about him or asking questions. When I get him finally raised, then I'll probably feel like an experienced Maltese Mom. Thank everyone here for their input and knowledge. It is greatly appreciated!!

**WeeGrace** · 11-17-2012, 12:02 PM

Aww Deborah hope Dewey ok keep us all posted. Thinking of you

**eiksaa** · 11-17-2012, 12:04 PM

Aww little baby. Sending him lots of kisses and love.

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**Ladysmom** · 11-17-2012, 12:14 PM

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Originally Posted by edelweiss

Just a quick posting here for the newbies---HGE is not something that normally occurs w/surgery or shortly thereafter. It is an entity unto itself & is quite serious w/very overt and bright bleeding from the rectum. The cause is actually unknown although it has in rare cases been located in particular geographical locations (sort of cluster like). It comes very quickly and needs quick treatment w/antibiotics and fluids (as does other intestinal bleeding)---and if treated correctly & promptly is almost always successfully treated.
There are many reasons for blood in the stool & I would not think most of them from HGE. JMHO

Great point, Sandi!

Lady had HGE three times in four months. It is NOT a little blood in the stool. It is bright red profuse bleeding from the rectum. I wrapped Lady in a towel to rush her to the vet and my walkway still looked like a crime scene!

HGE comes on suddenly and requires immediate veterinary intervention as it can be deadly quickly.

Hemorrhagic Gastroenteritis (HGE) - Page 1

**Furbabies mom** · 11-17-2012, 12:34 PM

The vet didn't say HGE to me she said colitis. Dewey had a muscy stool with bright red in it. Still scary to me

**Crystal&Zoe** · 11-17-2012, 12:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Furbabies mom

I feel like a new Maltese mommy with Dewey!! Even though I've had several malts an Yorkies, besides having illnesses at old age, I've never encountered some of the issues that I've had with Dewey. I did have a malt that tore his ACL. And his surgery and recovery went well! I am constantly googling things about him or asking questions. When I get him finally raised, then I'll probably feel like an experienced Maltese Mom. Thank everyone here for their input and knowledge. It is greatly appreciated!!

lol...Deborah, it's been my experience that I can help others determine if this is something serious or can wait with ease and know what to do without even thinking about it. But let it be happening to one of MY babies and I'm a scared, panicking, not knowing what to do big ol' mess!

I have a feeling you and I are not alone.

**ladodd** · 11-17-2012, 12:56 PM

I'm so glad you were able to get it checked quickly. Hugs to both of you.

**Leila'sMommy** · 11-17-2012, 01:06 PM

I'm just now seeing this post. I'm so sorry he's given you such a scare and hope he feels better soon!!

**michellerobison** · 11-17-2012, 01:11 PM

How's Dewey doing now? I just saw this... I hope he's doing better now....

**SammieMom** · 11-17-2012, 01:12 PM

Deb-I am so glad its something pretty simple. Nothing is ever simple when it is happening to our babies.

hope he feels better soon.

When Sammie had leg surgery the ortho surgeon told me not to try and syringe/induce water. Rather offer cool (fresh) chicken broth instead. if he refuses it she will treat his tummy ache and hydrate him with injection. She said water (as with humans) will increase nausea and vomiting. He finally drank broth and never had bad diareah thankfully.
xxx

11-17-2012, 12:00 PM	#21 (permalink)
Furbabies mom Maltese Guru Name: Deborah Dog's Name: Laurel (maltese), Dewey, Violet and Hardy and Dewey Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Central Ohio Posts: 8,593	I feel like a new Maltese mommy with Dewey!! Even though I've had several malts an Yorkies, besides having illnesses at old age, I've never encountered some of the issues that I've had with Dewey. I did have a malt that tore his ACL. And his surgery and recovery went well! I am constantly googling things about him or asking questions. When I get him finally raised, then I'll probably feel like an experienced Maltese Mom. Thank everyone here for their input and knowledge. It is greatly appreciated!! __________________ Deborah and my Fluffs, Laurel, Violet , Hardy and Dewey!

11-17-2012, 12:04 PM	#23 (permalink)
eiksaa Maltese Guru Name: Aastha Dog's Name: Gustave Join Date: Jun 2012 Posts: 2,287	Aww little baby. Sending him lots of kisses and love. Sent from my iPhone using Petguide.com Free App __________________

11-17-2012, 12:34 PM	#25 (permalink)
Furbabies mom Maltese Guru Name: Deborah Dog's Name: Laurel (maltese), Dewey, Violet and Hardy and Dewey Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Central Ohio Posts: 8,593	The vet didn't say HGE to me she said colitis. Dewey had a muscy stool with bright red in it. Still scary to me __________________ Deborah and my Fluffs, Laurel, Violet , Hardy and Dewey!

11-17-2012, 01:06 PM	#28 (permalink)
Leila'sMommy Maltese Guru Name: Pam Dog's Name: Leila Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: West Columbia, SC Posts: 1,052	I'm just now seeing this post. I'm so sorry he's given you such a scare and hope he feels better soon!! __________________

11-17-2012, 01:11 PM	#29 (permalink)
michellerobison Maltese Guru Name: Michelle Robison Dog's Name: Amber, Emily,Lil Bit, Rylee, Sasha and a cat named Harry Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: N.W. Ohio Posts: 7,069	How's Dewey doing now? I just saw this... I hope he's doing better now.... __________________ Mommy my bows are too tight... When bad grooming happens to good Malts... Jewellery, Doggie Goodies, Handmade tiles,cool flying pictures http://www.picturetrail.com/michellerobison Vote for Southern Comfort Maltese Rescue , Chattanooga, TN http://www.theanimalrescuesite.com/c...hallenge.faces

11-17-2012, 12:02 PM	#22 (permalink)
WeeGrace Maltese Guru Name: Grace Dog's Name: Daisy Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Ireland Posts: 555	Aww Deborah hope Dewey ok keep us all posted. Thinking of you

11-17-2012, 12:56 PM	#27 (permalink)
ladodd Maltese Guru Name: Laurie Dog's Name: Lily Mae, Addie (Ilovitt), Jackson (Ilovitt), Luci Mae at the bridge Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Atlanta,Ga Posts: 809	I'm so glad you were able to get it checked quickly. Hugs to both of you.

11-17-2012, 01:12 PM	#30 (permalink)
SammieMom Maltese Guru Name: Kandis Dog's Name: Sammie & Penny Join Date: Nov 2010 Posts: 3,865	Deb-I am so glad its something pretty simple. Nothing is ever simple when it is happening to our babies. hope he feels better soon. When Sammie had leg surgery the ortho surgeon told me not to try and syringe/induce water. Rather offer cool (fresh) chicken broth instead. if he refuses it she will treat his tummy ache and hydrate him with injection. She said water (as with humans) will increase nausea and vomiting. He finally drank broth and never had bad diareah thankfully. xxx __________________ Last edited by SammieMom; 11-17-2012 at 01:16 PM.

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