50 Hours Post Chemo - Round Two

Bailey's second chemo treatment took place late Monday afternoon. Typically any nausea associated with chemo begins day three, but Bailey's kicked in 12 hours after the treatment. The early start may be due to the Valley Fever or the mixture of meds/chemo. To make matters worse, she may have a urinary tract infection (UTI) indicated by the two "accidents" this past weekend and frequent squats.

I took her to the vet yesterday for a UTI test, but they were unable to get a urine sample. Instead, Bailey was given a shot of antibiotics and pills to take for the next 10 days. I think the additional meds sent the poor girl into trouble as she woke today feeling even worse. Her symptoms include: slimy mucus and drooling from the mouth, complete loss of appetite, and obvious upset tummy. I took her back to the vet today and they did a CBC (Complete Blood Count) and found that everything was in check - great news. They gave her a shot to help settle her stomach and sub-q fluids (under the skin) to boost her hydration. She seems to be feeling a little better although far from normal. We've been instructed to stop the Valley Fever meds and antibiotics until we get her back on track. A note to those following Bailey's progress for comparisons to their cancer pups, she vomited once (12 hours post chemo) and had one spell of diarrhea (42 hours post chemo). Sorry if that is TMI for friends and family. :)

We'll keep an eye on her over the next 24 hours and get with the Oncologist if the symptoms do not subside. Thankfully, I work out of the house so can monitor her progress. Have I mentioned that I've become a pro at the "rear" temperature check - fun stuff. Even though she is feeling under the weather, she still manages to make me laugh. Today I found her in the spare room laying on the pillows with her butt up in the air and head resting on a big stuffed animal. Check out the video - I wonder if it's a sin to be this cute??



Baileyism
Along with being a snoop, Bailey is a leash thief. Here is a picture of her taking one from a bag that is packed for the weekend. The best part is the sneaky way she attempts to tip-toe across the house hoping we do not notice. I wonder when she'll figure out that the clanking noise made by the metal is a dead giveaway??