Because her owner was concerned about her, a senior dog was brought to the veterinarian’s clinic. When the vet, Dr. Blue, arrived and saw the dog, the pet owner explained the issue that her dog had.
Every night, the owner would take her dog, Kaylee, outside to urinate and defecate. Kaylee would be panting every time she returned. She’d easily urinate, but she’d have a hard time defecating. She would make an attempt, but she would always fail.
Her mother had come across an article on the internet about bloated stomachs. She became even concerned about Kaylee after reading this.
The internet, according to Dr. Blue, could be helpful. It could, however, cause unnecessary anxiety. That is why it is usually preferable to consult a veterinarian to determine the true condition of a pet.
Kaylee’s owner was concerned and didn’t want to see her in such distress. With that, Dr. Blue recommended that Kaylee have an x-ray to examine what’s causing the pain and if there’s any bloating. He’d like to see if it may be caused by a tumor.
Because Kaylee is a senior dog, cancer could be a factor. Senior dogs are definitely more likely to develop the illness, but if caught early enough, can be cured to save the dog’s life. The doctor proceeded to perform the x-ray in order to determine what was causing Kaylee’s bowel movement issues.
Kaylee’s stomach was not bloated, and she did not have cancer, which is good news. Spinal arthritis was the source of the discomfort. Defecation is painful as a result of the disorder.
Dr. Blue told the owner about it, and she was relieved to learn that it wasn’t something major.
Kaylee was given medication that will help her excrete her waste more easily. In addition, she was given an oral pain reliever.
Kaylee’s mother was informed by the doctor that the dog’s arthritis was normal for her age. There was surely nothing the owner could do to prevent it, thus there was no reason to feel guilty. Kaylee’s mother was simply relieved that her dog is safe.
Source: Animal Planet