Goat straining to urinate

You could wet her down to help her deal with the heat.

Since does can get UT it might be a good idea to get some AC into her just in case.

I doubt that dead worms could cause that kind of blockage.

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I'm thinking UTI. The worm idea seems a bit of a stretch.

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I also agree, worms can't block the UT. I still can't help but think it's a spreading tumor because of her age and other symptoms. Prayers and hugs to you both.

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I am so sorry you are going through this. This really is a hard one to diagnose via internet or phone. My thoughts and prayers are with you and Elsie.

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Latest Update, got the goat to a vet, she had fluid built up in her abdomen her heart is giving out & not pumping very well, due to the fluid build up it put so much pressure on the internal organs they couldn't work the vet drained the fluid from the abdomen, put down a stomach tube & a rectal tube, checked her for worms & she still has eggs I wormed her wilth Valbazen 10 cc 3 seperate times 1 week apart & still have eggs. Anyway she got electrolytes, & a shot of Baytril I have to give her another shot tomorrow. To be honest I don't think she will be here tomorrow the long trip & all the trauma has about done her in. Will give you another up date tomorrow.

Ohhh, I'm so sorry. It sounds like you've given her a great life and lots of love, bless your heart. You've done a very good job in caring for her and her long life reflects that. Sending more prayers and hugs for you both.

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9/14/93 -12/3/10.
Rest peacefully my soulmate, I'll love you forever.

Hoping for good news today Frosty! Thank goodness you've had each other for 13 years! I know how tough this is on you especially & sending my Hugs to you both!

Thanks for the update...hopefully she will settle in and be ok. More hugs and lots of prayers.

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Thurs Am > I just knew Elsie would be gone on to goat heaven this am but when I called out her name she answered, however she's unable to get up on her feet that trip & trauma really did her in she's eating & drinking still no poop or urine that I can see & the vet told my son to give her mineral oil & a second dose of antibiotics today. Just keeping her comfortable she even acts like she likes this extra attention she really likes being hand fed. She's layed up in her stable on fresh hay with a fan circulating, I keep watching for any signs of pain but so far she acts like her old self. The vet said if it was her time she would go with or without treatment but to give it a little time before we decide to put her down.

PS my son checked his papers & Elsie is 15 yrs old born in the spring of 1995.
I appreciate all the moral support here you just can't believe. God Bless you all

We haven't had one pass due to old age yet. I cannot truly imagine what you are going through.

God bless your goat.

Huggs,
Alice

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Well if this is her time, she will definitely know she was loved and well cared for. 15 years old...wow. Continued prayers and hang in there!

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I just saw this thread. Can't imagine what you all are going through. Elsie sounds like a wonderful lady, and you sound like a fantastic goat person! Hugs to all of you. give her a hug from me, too.

Hugs from here, too. Wow, to have one actually live to be a ripe old age is wonderful. There are just so many things that can go wrong! My old girl is maybe 8.

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Saturday>> Update
Can you believe Elsie is still alive it's been hard work but I have been giving her almost 24 hr care today we have active bowel sounds coming from the left side now she has tried to stand up she drinking & eating on the negative side still no pee or poop, contacted a expert from Washington St. Very nice lady who's been very helpful. More later please keep us in prayer.

Elsie is one strong lady! and you are great to be working so hard to help her. I sure hope all turns out well.

Good to hear it.

Would an enema help her?

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Thanks everyone rest in peace Elsie see you at the rainbow bridge.
Spring 1995-July 17th 2010.

My heart is breaking with Yours Frosty44, I can hardly see to type this!
I've never had a goat that old yet but have had a dog live 13 years & know what heartbreak it is to loose such a good friiend & companion, Big Hugs to you & your family!
RIP Elsie girl.

Oh Elsie. RIP, dear girl.

I'm so sorry. You gave her an exceptional life and she was lucky beyond measure to have you~

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Ohhh I'm so very sorry Hugs to you...you did everything you could for her and you will be together again.

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