My dog got hurt today

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Dalee100

Discussion Starter · Oct 25, 2003

Hi,

I was out with my two Springers today. We were working a WMA just west of my house. My little female, Ring, hit scent and was trailing a bird when she went down. It looked like she tripped in a hole. She got back up and continued on and stopped and laid down briefly. My male Onee ran past her and flushed a hen, but Ring showed no interest. She came back to me and gave me a look that said "I'm done", so we quit.

I can see no external injury, and she walks just fine, no limp or anything like that. But she refuses to run or jump. I'm going to let her rest in the house for the rest of the weekend and all next week. I hope she hasn't damaged a leg.

I love that little wench dog

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Dale

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Dalee100

Discussion Starter · #6 · Oct 26, 2003

Thanks guys,

I talked to the breeder I got her from about it. He reminded me that her sire has had diabetic reactions when being worked hard. I should have remembered that myself, because I've knowen her sire since he was a maniac totally out of control pup. They are both very high energy dogs in the field.

His treatment for his dog is to carry those little packets of honey and give about half a packet or less a time or two during the hunt to prevent a spell. He's never had a problem since.

I will be consulting my Vet this coming week about it to be sure. Till then no more work for her. Just stay home and rest. She's gonna be mad!!!! But she'll get over it, I hope!

Dale

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Dalee100

Discussion Starter · #11 · Oct 26, 2003

Hi,

I'm not too worried about about snakes here. Yesterday the temp was in the low 40's, with freezing rain and a little snow.

Gotta love hunting Minnesota in the fall

! It will only get better and colder!

Dale

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Dalee100

Discussion Starter · #14 · Oct 29, 2003

Hi,

Just an update about my dog. Took her to the Vet today. No physical injurys. But she has a low blood sugar problem. The Vet wouldn't say that it is genetic, only that it is more common than most people realize. Since most dogs don't work as hard and are only pets they never get stressed enough for it to show.

There's not much I can do about it, but he recommended carrying things for snacks for her. Like graham crackers or a sugar coated cereal. That and watch her close, don't let her over do it. But mostly she will be fine!

Dale

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