Thursday: Took Tucker the vet after J and I discovered Tucker's teeth were falling out and rotten looking. Began antibiotics and scheduled surgery for Monday.
Sunday, 2/8: Tucker couldn't eat food after 7pm. J and I were anxious and nervous of the outcome. Lots of prayers were said.
Monday, 2/9: Longest day ever! I dropped Tucker off at 8:00 am. His temperature was normal and so was his bloodwork! He was a go for his procedure. I didn't hear from the vet (although i called up there alot) until about 4pm. Tucks was in recovery and had 4 teeth pulled, his teeth cleaned, a "console" put into his jaw to replace the gap where the teeth are now gone, stitches in his mouth. At 6pm, Jason and I were able to pick up Tucker. He was so out of it from having the anesthesia. His little leg was shaved so the IV could go in and he had a yellow bandage around his leg. We were warned that Tucker's temperature was too low when he woke up so we had to keep him very warm all night so he didn't get sick. Jason and I were perfect parents and wrapped him in blankets and kept in warm all night!
Tuesday, 2/10: Poor Tucker was so sick. he couldn't walk even to go to the bathroom. He was vomiting and had other stomach issues. No eating. He didn't want to be touched or held. He just wanted to sleep in his own little puppy bed.
Wednesday, 2/11: Mean Tucker came. He growled at us and looked at us so crazy. I knew he was just in so much pain and hated to see him like this!
Thursday, 2/12: Mean Tucker in the morning, but when I got home from work, he was up and wagging his tail!
Friday, 2/13: Tucker is back and sweeter than ever-plus he has white teeth (just a few less) and great breath!
Moral of the story: Take care of your pet's teeth! Brush them and get their teeth professionally cleaned when your vet tells you too. Pay attention to cues like inflamed gums, yellowing of the teeth and bad breath. Really bad breath is the #1 sign that your dog has periodontal disease...I did learn that 85% of dogs by the age of 3 will experience some type of stage of periodontal disease. Greenies don't work alone!
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That is the absolute saddest thing I have ever seen. Poor Tucker. I remember when you got him - right around Homecoming time. Glad to see he's doing well...I'm sure you will get a better night sleep tonight!
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