Storm is still not out of the woods yet. I could see this morning that he had had a bad night and he even came up by himself to ask me to help him. He was very low.
I called the vet.
Upon examination, he had no gut sounds. Little Storm had a naso-gastric tube passed and then a Clydesdale horse equivalent dose of liquid paraffin and electrolytes. He also had another painkilling injection.
I was asked to keep Storm on his own (so I could identify any poo) and to trot him around the school every hour for ten minutes.
Poor Storm, he hated being by himself and I made sure he could see the others. He wouldn’t eat at all.
On the 13:00 trot, Storm farted – pretty explosive!
And at 15:00 he poo’ed….. a weird poo too. A white stringy rubbery looking thing with hard pellets as well.
And then a couple of plops.
I’ve brought Newt in for night-time companionship!
So that’s how Storm is at the moment. He is a bit brighter now and eating a little out of a bucket (sloppy food) and I want to see more evidence of pooing. He was such a good boy for the vet – no sedation needed for swallowing the naso-gastric tube and he stood there and let her do everything.
Prayers for Storm, please.
Dear Frnaces,
I don’t know how you do it all. Taking care of yourself and all your 4 legged family.
So much admiration for you.
Enjoying your daily blog from Taos, NM and dreaming when I may have the good fortune to return to beautiful Shetland.
Wishing you a beautiful holiday season.
ps- On a return trip I’d love to spend a week or two helping you work with the animals, knowing full well that it is hard work and far from glamorous.
xo Mary
Never thought i’d be thrilled to see horse poo, but keep on pooing, Storm! Little Miss Maine Coon and I are rooting for you! (And mum’s wallet)
poor boy, hope he pulls through
I understand poo watching and appreciate the photos you took. Very important for animals who can’t tell us what’s happening! Sending healing thoughts to Storm and hugs to you too. Hope he keeps pooping!
Oh God fingers crossed, toes crossed, arms crossed – everything is crossed for your special little soldier ❤
Such a relief when innards start moving again. Fingers well and truly crossed for Storm. xx
Hope Storm is on the mend.
Prayers and healing vibes to little Storm. I always think the saying “healthy as a horse” was coined by someone who knew nothing about horses. If it’s not their feet it’s their digestion. wishing you all the best.
So sorry to hear about Storm. I hope he makes a speedy recovery and ends your worry. So difficult when our animals are feeling badly.
You will know in the next couple of days ( as you know). Wishing you the best.
Just reading about this makes my stomach knot. I know how worrisome it can be when things aren’t right. Poor Storm. I hope the meds and activity helped him. And for you there’s always gin.
No gin for a bit. Saving for vet bills. Gin is now a luxury!
Praying for your Storm. Hope things are better very soon for him. Poor guy.
Thinking of you.