Dog can’t get up after sedation

[agoodfriend]

@faller Yes good call, good looking out !! He is a herding breed mix but he’s negative for that gene. I had him tested when he had a little bit of puppy mange several years ago so they knew if he could have the medicine. Thank you!

 

[faller]

VCA Hospitals article:

Many herding breeds (most commonly Collies and Australian Shepherds) have a mutation at the MDR1 gene that makes them more sensitive to the negative effects of certain medications (...)

Sedatives, such as those commonly given as components of a balanced anesthetic protocol (acepromazine, butorphanol), may also show stronger effects in dogs with MDR1 mutation. This is a very subtle difference in degree of sedation and duration of sedation. These dogs can still receive typical anesthetic drugs safely; however, veterinarians may choose to use lower doses in dogs who are suspected or known to possess an MDR1 mutation.

 

[terrencealmar]

@agoodfriend If it were me I’d be calling the vet office to ask about what I’m seeing. I’ve had plently of dogs go in for surgery and they’ve always been fine by the next morning. But I am a worrier

 

[agoodfriend]

@terrencealmar I called a vet on just answer last night to ask. I called his vet when they opened. I got him an ambulance and he’s now at the ER. I’m a worrier too. I’m freaked out and super anxious right now.

 

[terrencealmar]

@agoodfriend You’re in the right place. Keep us updated

 

[jat7]

@agoodfriend Just saw your update. Fingers crossed you get good answers about recovery. So glad you trusted your gut.

 

[amandalp717]

@agoodfriend This is terrible. I am so sorry. Your vet was not very considerate. Call and let them know about everything in the morning. Please give an update.

 

[agoodfriend]

@amandalp717 I will update when I know something. I’m beside myself at the moment.

 

[amandalp717]

@agoodfriend Your dog is still not recovered ?

 

[agoodfriend]

@amandalp717 No. I’m going to be optimistic. Not yet… he’s still on the garage floor. I was trying to annoy him messing with his back legs. I squeezed his foot, and extended it backwards- and he pulled it away from me. So at least 1 little sign of movement.

https://imgur.com/a/MEXEaIz

 

[amandalp717]

@agoodfriend That is very good. I bet he will come back around in the morning. My dog was out of it for half a day. He is just slow recovering...try not to panic. Could be 24 hours to be normal again. I would still call vet first thing in morning to discuss his release and condition.