Stella update . . . I've lost track

[Mr Kleb]

Another vet visit/follow-up today to have the troublesome oronasal fistula examined. Stella's appetite is good, drinking well, energy fine, alert and aware, occasional not-sneezes, more nose-blows. Everyone was knocking on wood. I was mentally prepared for bad news. Stella was fine on the car ride. She began stressing the minute we walked in the clinic, more so when we entered the exam room, even more when Dr. Vallee walked in.

He gently looked at the more robustly healing left side. Even more gently looked at the more delicate right fistula site. Pronounced the left one looks pretty good. The right one . . . there is some tissue regression in the flap covering the fistula yet the fistula is not evident. Yet another follow up next Tuesday afternoon. It will be with Dr. Landry since Dr. Vallee is on emerg call next week at another, distant, clinic in the network. Dr. Landry is instructed to contact him right away if the fistula is unresolved. If unresolved then we proceed with a referral.

So it was a guardedly optimistic visit. We played 'Find it!' after dinner: I put her in a sit-stay in the laundry room. I put dabs of salmon pate in a few places around the house for her to find then said 'Find it!' (Achilles was outside.) We'll continue on pate, puree, and light exercise.

I fervently hope Stella will be cleared. Yet what happens, happens. Fingers, toes, and paws crossed.

[Macy]

I like "guardedly optimistic. ". Here's to continued healing.

[Mr Kleb]

I like "guardedly optimistic. ". Here's to continued healing.

Thank you. Stella has been remarkably good throughout this, yet enough is enough. The vet was a little concerned about how she would take to canned food. No cause for concern, she's scarfed every bit of every meal. I'm a bit concerned about the transition back to kibble and might consider a mixed diet.

[Snowshoe]

Tsk, if only we could remove the "guardedly" part. Continued good thoughts for complete improvement soon.

[smartrock]

Sounds like she's been quite a good trooper. No wonder she's not thrilled to have to go back so often but hopefully it will all be behind her (and you!) soon.

[JackK]

Stella has been through the wringer with dental work. I can't say I blame her for being gun shy of the vet at this point. Here's hoping the last fistula continues to heal and Stella can put this adventure to bed.

[POPTOP]

Oh, do hope that her mouth heals completely. Poor Stella and Archie, fistulas at both ends.

When going back to kibble, you could try putting some kibble in the blender and breaking it up some and mix with the soft food. Slowly change over to all kibble at full size.

Sending more healing prayers.

[Mr Kleb]

Oh, do hope that her mouth heals completely. Poor Stella and Archie, fistulas at both ends.

When going back to kibble, you could try putting some kibble in the blender and breaking it up some and mix with the soft food. Slowly change over to all kibble at full size.

Sending more healing prayers.

Matching fistulas. How is Archie's?

Your changeover idea is a good one. Thank you!

[Maxx&Emma]

Sending more good thoughts the healing continues and is complete for the next visit!

[SunDance]

More good thoughts from me for sweet Stella...you've been through a lot together lately.