A 2-year-old MN Boston Terrier dog was presented for vomiting and diarrhea. Abnormalities on CBC and serum chemistry were hemoconcentration, mild thrombocytopenia, and mildly elevated ALT activity. Snap CPL ELISA was normal. Survey radiographs revealed stacking of the small intestine. The pet was treated with SQ fluids, antacids, an antiemetic, and the owner instructed to limit water intake and withhold food for 24 hours. The pet continued to vomit overnight and on repeat radiographs a gas filled stomach and small intestines were evident.
A 2-year-old MN Boston Terrier dog was presented for vomiting and diarrhea. Abnormalities on CBC and serum chemistry were hemoconcentration, mild thrombocytopenia, and mildly elevated ALT activity. Snap CPL ELISA was normal. Survey radiographs revealed stacking of the small intestine. The pet was treated with SQ fluids, antacids, an antiemetic, and the owner instructed to limit water intake and withhold food for 24 hours. The pet continued to vomit overnight and on repeat radiographs a gas filled stomach and small intestines were evident. Exploratory laparotomy was negative for foreign bodies but the stomach wall was thickened. Biopsies were taken of the stomach and small intestine. Post surgery the dog’s abdomen appeared distended and tense.