Rhododendren Poisoning...

[duffontap]

Penny threw up all night, but she got up and walked around a little this morning. She seems to be a lot worse than Hank, who has a little appetite and way more body fat to live off of.

BTW, Penny has still needed to be milked but she dropped to about 1/4 her normal production and the milk is yellow-green (obviously we're not drinking it). JD

 

[DonnaBelle]

I'm sure the neighbors meant well, unless they hate your goats and know that Rhododendron is poison.

You just never know about people. But I would put up a sign, DO NOT FEED THE GOATS!!

I'm keeping my fingers crossed for them.

In my humble opinion you should never feed or touch anyone's children or animals without permission first.

DonnaBelle

 

[freemotion]

Where there is life, there is hope! Don't worry about them not eating, their systems need a bit of a rest. Keep fresh hay and water available. Poor goaties. Poor you! Most of us have been there if we've had goats for any length of time....the waiting and watching is brutal.

 

[duffontap]

How long does this usually last? It has been almost 48 hours and Penny looks awful. She's exhausted, and has continued to throw up, and has a steady stream of foam, drool and bile dripping from her mouth. Is there a point at which they usually turn the corner or is she just going to wear out and die a week from now?

 

[SDGsoap&dairy]

I wish I could answer your question, but I haven't yet dealt with a poisoning (knock on wood.) I would, however, be giving SQ fluids to your doe since she seems pretty bad off. When they're fighting something serious good supportive care can make a world of difference. I'd camel hump a couple hundred cc's to keep her hydrated- even if she's drinking. It can't hurt anything to do so. I really hope they recover! And shame on your neighbor.

 

[duffontap]

I wish I could answer your question, but I haven't yet dealt with a poisoning (knock on wood.) I would, however, be giving SQ fluids to your doe since she seems pretty bad off. When they're fighting something serious good supportive care can make a world of difference. I'd camel hump a couple hundred cc's to keep her hydrated- even if she's drinking. It can't hurt anything to do so. I really hope they recover! And shame on your neighbor.

What kind of fluids, and how is it given?

 

[20kidsonhill]

I wish I could answer your question, but I haven't yet dealt with a poisoning (knock on wood.) I would, however, be giving SQ fluids to your doe since she seems pretty bad off. When they're fighting something serious good supportive care can make a world of difference. I'd camel hump a couple hundred cc's to keep her hydrated- even if she's drinking. It can't hurt anything to do so. I really hope they recover! And shame on your neighbor.

What kind of fluids, and how is it given?

I think she is referrring to something like this: http://www.valleyvet.com/ct_detail....11d5-a192-00b0d0204ae5&gas=dextrose 50 500 ml

also a propalyne glycol is a good drench for calories: http://www.valleyvet.com/ct_detail....a-11d5-a192-00b0d0204ae5&gas=propylene glycol

most feed stores carry these items.

 

[duffontap]

Thanks!

 

[duffontap]

Wow, we really thought Penny was giving up today. She spent most of the day laying down in the same spot with her chin on the ground and her ears drooped. But, for whatever reason, she seemed to bounce back this evening. She got up, drank about 1/2 gallon of water, ate fresh grass for an hour and even hopped up on the milk stand for a taste of grain (she only ate a mouthful). Well, I think we're going to stop worrying now.

Just for educational purposes, I thought a few of you might be interested in how this poisoning affects a good little milker. Notice the green tint to the milk. This is tonight's milking next to a normal evening milking (these are 2 quart jars). And don't worry, we're not going to drink it.

 

[SDGsoap&dairy]

Sorry I didn't respond, I was away from my computer yesterday! I meant lactated ringers solution. I haven't had to give propylene glycol yet, so I can't comment on that. I never hesitate to give lactated ringers though if someone's ill and much prefer to give fluids SQ than to drench. It's something I think everyone should keep in their medicine kit. I'm glad to hear she's on the mend!

Edited to add: 20kids- I followed your link and that's not the product I use. I keep the bagged LRS on hand (from the clinic): http://www.drsfostersmith.com/produ...05csegb&ref=3312&subref=AA&CAWELAID=552563502