DM writes: "ANYONE have experience as to what RX and what treatment to use... i mean REALLY how often does Tufts see this versus a repro vet?" DM, it is *never* a good idea to ask a "list" how to treat a seriously ill dog. Tufts is one of the top Veterinary Colleges in the country. Traditionally, Veterinary Colleges see more serious illness than any Veterinarian in private practice will ever see. Tell your friend to trust the folks at Tufts. I hope the bitch's condition improves soon. PaulETTE McGuirt, GSDCA Member Wellborn-Allemande German Shepherds Qui Me Amat, Amat et Canem Meam ----- Original Message ----- From: <wymargsd2@xxxxxxx> To: <showgsd-l@xxxxxxxxxxxxx> Sent: Saturday, July 14, 2012 5:56 PM Subject: [ SHOWGSD-L ] UPDATE to Mastitis So they rushed the female to Tufts, her temp got over 105.5 they have been giving her IV antibiotics and IV fluids... and hydro morphine... she was lethargic yesterday today... she is alert oriented and not eating, but walking around they state today they think it spread to a second one... and the one that was initially infected has a purple spot. they are concerned and suggest surgery within possibly the next 72 hrs... if it doesnt clear up ANYONE have experience as to what RX and what treatment to use... i mean REALLY how often does Tufts see this versus a repro vet? Thanks for any info you can offer DM ============================================================================ POST is Copyrighted 2011. All material remains the property of the original author and of GSD Communication, Inc. NO REPRODUCTIONS or FORWARDS of any kind are permitted without prior permission of the original author AND of the Showgsd-l Management. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Each Author is responsible for the content of his/her post. This group and its administrators are not responsible for the comments or opinions expressed in any post. ALL PERSONS ARE ON NOTICE THAT THE FORWARDING, REPRODUCTION OR USE IN ANY MANNER OF ANY MATERIAL WHICH APPEARS ON SHOWGSD-L WITHOUT THE EXPRESS PERMISSION OF ALL PARTIES TO THE POST AND THE LIST MANAGEMENT IS EXPRESSLY FORBIDDEN, AND IS A VIOLATION OF LAW. VIOLATORS OF THIS PROHIBITION WILL BE PROSECUTED. For assistance, please contact the List Management at admin@xxxxxxxxxxx VISIT OUR WEBSITE - http://showgsd.org SUBSCRIPTION:http://showgsd.org/mail.html NATIONAL BLOG - http://gsdnational.blogspot.com/ ============================================================================