​FKF Success Story 2017: Scout

Meet Scout, a 2-year-old mixed breed pup who wasn’t feeling up to snuff. Poor Scout’s belly was upset—he was vomiting and acting very sluggish, which had his mom very concerned.

​She rushed him to the vet after regular business hours, and the vet was concerned that poor Scout had a blockage in his stomach or intestines. If a dog has a gastrointestinal obstruction (aka a blockage), they may show the following signs:
• Abdominal tenderness or pain
• Biting or growling when picked up
• Bloating 
• Constipation or straining while going poop
• Diarrhea
• Lack of appetite
• Sluggish and depressed 
• Vomiting

Blockages are quite common in dogs because they aren’t very discriminating about what they eat! Unfortunately, blockages can be life threatening as they cause food, fluids and other bodily functions to accumulate in the stomach/small intestines. These blockages can cause the tissue to die, which can then lead to a painful and dangerous condition called sepsis, which means there is bacteria in the blood or other tissues when there shouldn’t be. All of this really means that if you suspect your pooch has a blockage, you need to get them to your vet immediately just like Scout’s mom did. 

While Scout was at the vet, he had some x-rays done, and luckily they showed that Scout didn't show any signs of a having a blockage, so he was given some medicine to help ease his belly. 

Scout’s mom says he’s been a positive support in their home since her husband passed away in 2015, and she couldn’t imagine anything happening to him. Since she is a single mother, she knew she couldn't pay the bill, and we were happy to help. Luckily Scout just had an upset belly and nothing more serious. He’s on the mend now, and giving his family lots of lovin’s.

Fur Kids Foundation is grateful for the dedication of our volunteers and supporters who have helped local families stay happy and healthy, and together! If you would like to help Fur Kids Foundation continue to help families in Campbell County, Wyoming with animals, please consider making a tax-deductible donation. The money helps families during a time when they may not be able to afford adequate veterinary care. Check out more Success Stories.