Our vet, Dr. Brenda Culver, just called to say that they have confirmed Widget's diagnosis as the hemorrhagic gastroenteritis (see previous post). Brenda's husband, Dr. Britt Culver, ultrasounded Widget's abdomen this morning and also did an echocardiogram of her heart, and all her organs look good.
Britt, an internal medicine specialist, did the echo because Brenda had detected a heart murmur in Widget yesterday. Brenda was pretty sure that the murmur was because of the high packed cell volume in her blood, which makes the blood thicker and harder to pump. Her heart hadn't been able to adjust quickly enough to the extra load, which caused the murmur. But only an echocardiogram could rule out other possible causes.
Widget's PCV count was below 60% today, so the murmur is resolving and she is getting better. Brenda said she hadn't pooped any more blood, although she's still throwing up a little. All in all, Widget's on the mend.
Probably the best sign is the "Widge-o-meter," her bobbing tail. When it bobs, she's feeling pretty good. When it droops, she's feeling bad. Brenda reports that this morning, the Widge-o-meter is bobbing.
Whew.
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Posted by: Megan33 | January 05, 2010 at 03:41 PM
We're *so* glad to know Widget's gonna be okay! Breathing gets easier, with that kind of news!
Posted by: Vicki Small | March 15, 2008 at 08:47 PM
Bless your heart Widget! Keep on keeping on!
luv, Joyce and her critters
Posted by: Joyce Rushing | March 14, 2008 at 09:39 AM
So what caused the HGE? I am so glad Widget is ok. We are praying for her. Glenn and Nicci
Posted by: nicci | March 13, 2008 at 10:39 PM
'Atta girl, Widgie! Keep up the good work and get well soon!
Meanwhile, back at the ranch...Callie, you're lookin' good to me, and Bailey makes a darling accessory for you.
Posted by: Moon Rani | March 13, 2008 at 01:25 PM
Yippie Widget!!! I am so glad you are feeling better little girl. Get back home--you have a ranch to look after!
Posted by: Candace | March 13, 2008 at 12:47 PM
YEA Widget!! So glad that you are feeling better, keep up the good work.
Posted by: Debbie | March 13, 2008 at 12:13 PM
Good on ya, Widget! You knew we were all pulling for you, didn't you? You'll soon be back home "wooling the woost"! Sorry, I couldn't help myself.
Hugs all around,
ginger, Tobias & Tlingit
Posted by: ginger & Tobias (the greythound) | March 13, 2008 at 11:56 AM
That's great news!! We're all doing wooo-wooos and dancing around; so glad Widget is doing better AND you found out the problem... which is treatable.
We're thinking of you Widget girl!
Posted by: Boundforglory | March 13, 2008 at 09:36 AM
"Whew" does sound like the appropriate comment!:-) I'm so relieved to hear that Widget is definitely on the bend and oh so happy for her and for you, dear Steve and Alayne! Hope she'll be able to come back home soon.
Big hugs to all.
Posted by: Carla Polastro-Nigro | March 13, 2008 at 04:32 AM
Good Girl Widget! That's a girl....now hurry back home...
best wishes to all at RDR
Kae Norman
Posted by: Kae | March 13, 2008 at 02:13 AM
Yeaaaaaaa!!!!!!!!
Posted by: Miranda | March 13, 2008 at 02:07 AM
Let us see if i can write this post correctly , without hitting the wrong button before finishing what i have to say Geez!! WOO WOO and double WOO Some good news for a change. Steve, your and Alayne's heart can go back into your chest. So happy to hear Widget's ailment can be treated and she will soon be her darling self. Widget; keep that tail BOBBING!!!!
Posted by: Taylors on Olympic Peninsula in WA state | March 12, 2008 at 10:50 PM
HURRAY for Widget!! May her tail keep bobbing!
Posted by: Julie | March 12, 2008 at 10:46 PM
YAY for Widget! Hope she gets well quick and back to keeping everyone on their toes (in a good way)
Posted by: Lisa | March 12, 2008 at 09:19 PM
Phew! What a relief.
Posted by: Mary | March 12, 2008 at 08:53 PM
Woo-woo-woo!
Posted by: Kristen D. | March 12, 2008 at 08:50 PM
Way to go Widge! You can't keep a good Beagle/Doxie down. I send lots of hugs your way. She'll be home soon ruling the ranch.
Posted by: Shelli Smith | March 12, 2008 at 08:38 PM
Hooray, Widge! So glad you are getting better.
Posted by: Kay Stemnock | March 12, 2008 at 06:36 PM
Roll out the red carpet. Well done Widge. Great news.
Posted by: Lalla and Sasha | March 12, 2008 at 06:30 PM
Let's celebrate this good news. All together now: Woo woo woo. Woo wooo woo. Woo woo woo. Love you Widget!
Posted by: Helen Rietz | March 12, 2008 at 05:50 PM
We're all very glad her tail is bobbing again! And Leigh, I'll say some prayers for your babies as well.
Posted by: Carolyn Kupferschmid | March 12, 2008 at 05:43 PM
Keep bobbing, Widget! This is such a relief.
Posted by: Linda | March 12, 2008 at 05:32 PM
Yeah Widget! My heart dropped when I read the first blog about her condition. She's such a sweetie...glad she's on the mend!!! Hugs to Widget.
Posted by: Sue H | March 12, 2008 at 05:26 PM
Thank God! I can't wait to see her "I'm home photo did anyone miss me look"
Posted by: gayle | March 12, 2008 at 05:20 PM
Best four words we have heard all day, "Good News On Widget."
Wishing you a speedy return to the ranch Widge and here's hoping that the Widge-O-Meter registers happy and healthy for a LONG time to come!
Posted by: Smiley Faces | March 12, 2008 at 04:56 PM
Oh thank goodness!!!! I was so worried about Widget when I read your first post last night!!! Keep up the bobbing tale Widget!!! :-)
Heather
Posted by: Heather | March 12, 2008 at 04:48 PM
Great news!!! :)
Posted by: Andrew, NZ | March 12, 2008 at 04:39 PM
YESS!!! i haven't read the whole article yet, but i'm glad our Little Star is alright. get better, Widget!
Posted by: Anna | March 12, 2008 at 04:26 PM
What a relief! Her personaltity reminds me so much of my Dachshund, Betsy.
Posted by: Brenda, Texarkana, TX | March 12, 2008 at 04:06 PM
Excellent news!
Posted by: Mark | March 12, 2008 at 03:35 PM
Oh thank god that Miss Woo, woo, woo is on the mend. I panicked when I did not see the blog pop up. "Her Royal Highness" Widget is a great source of joy to my family. Best Wishes to the RDR family. Keep strong.
Posted by: Regis Dalton | March 12, 2008 at 03:25 PM
Thank God. Love you Widget!
Posted by: Cora | March 12, 2008 at 03:03 PM
Awesome! I knew Widget would hang in there! We're all rooting for her!
Posted by: John | March 12, 2008 at 03:03 PM
Thank goodness Widget is on the mend. I couldn't bear the thought of anything happening to her. I am dealing with 3 of my 6 dogs being very ill, I don't know how you do it all.
Posted by: Leigh | March 12, 2008 at 02:43 PM