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South Bosque Veterinary Clinic
| "Molly" Motz |
Molly, a 13 year old terrier mix, was brought into South Bosque Veterinary Clinic on
February 5, 2009. The front doors had just been unlocked when Molly arrived in critical
condition. Molly had been involved in a dog fight the day before and was in need of
immediate care. The fight resulted in a large wound in Molly’s belly that left her
intestines exposed and Molly was in shock.
Since the clinic had just opened, the doctors had not yet arrived. A technician
assessed Molly’s condition and made a quick phone call to Dr. Johnston who was on
his way. Due to Molly’s critical state, Dr. Johnston instructed the staff to place a catheter
and start intravenous fluids in an attempt to stabilize Molly. When Dr. Johnston arrived,
he conducted a thorough exam confirming Molly’s life threatening condition. Molly had
suffered devastating wounds that left her intestines exposed outside of her body. The
exposed intestines were contaminated with leaves and other organic matter, putting Molly
at increased risk for serious infection.
Dr. Johnston spoke to Molly’s parents about the risk of surgery, as well as recovery, and
they decided they would do everything possible to save Molly. After stabilizing Molly, Dr.
Johnston performed emergency surgery to decontaminate and replace Molly’s intestines
back in her abdominal cavity. Molly was at serious risk of peritonitis, an infection inside of
the abdomen.
Molly was in and out of the hospital for the next 5 days taking strong antibiotics and
fighting extreme discomfort and nausea. Molly began to improve slowly and was finally
released to go home. At her final check up, on February 19th, all of her stitches were
removed and she was more than happy to wag her tail and give kisses. After 13 great
years, she still has many more to live and wasn’t going to let a dog fight stop her.
February 5, 2009. The front doors had just been unlocked when Molly arrived in critical
condition. Molly had been involved in a dog fight the day before and was in need of
immediate care. The fight resulted in a large wound in Molly’s belly that left her
intestines exposed and Molly was in shock.
Since the clinic had just opened, the doctors had not yet arrived. A technician
assessed Molly’s condition and made a quick phone call to Dr. Johnston who was on
his way. Due to Molly’s critical state, Dr. Johnston instructed the staff to place a catheter
and start intravenous fluids in an attempt to stabilize Molly. When Dr. Johnston arrived,
he conducted a thorough exam confirming Molly’s life threatening condition. Molly had
suffered devastating wounds that left her intestines exposed outside of her body. The
exposed intestines were contaminated with leaves and other organic matter, putting Molly
at increased risk for serious infection.
Dr. Johnston spoke to Molly’s parents about the risk of surgery, as well as recovery, and
they decided they would do everything possible to save Molly. After stabilizing Molly, Dr.
Johnston performed emergency surgery to decontaminate and replace Molly’s intestines
back in her abdominal cavity. Molly was at serious risk of peritonitis, an infection inside of
the abdomen.
Molly was in and out of the hospital for the next 5 days taking strong antibiotics and
fighting extreme discomfort and nausea. Molly began to improve slowly and was finally
released to go home. At her final check up, on February 19th, all of her stitches were
removed and she was more than happy to wag her tail and give kisses. After 13 great
years, she still has many more to live and wasn’t going to let a dog fight stop her.
14000 Woodway Dr. Waco, TX 76712 Phone: (254) 776-7738 Fax: (254) 776-4113 |
Boomer, a 7 year old feline, was brought into our clinic on January 29, 2009 with dramatic weight
loss and a poor appetite. Just 4 months prior she had weighed 12 ½ pounds, but had lost an
astounding 6 pounds since that date. Dr. Robert described Boomer as emaciated and severely
dehydrated.
Upon running blood work it was discovered that Boomer had a condition called Hepatic Lipidosis,
or “Fatty Liver Disease”. This is a condition seen primarily in cats, and occurs when a cat stops
eating and the body attempts to utilize the fat source by packing it into the liver. This results in
severe liver disease.
Boomer was admitted to the hospital and placed on IV Fluids to treat the dehydration, and an
esophagostomy tube was placed. This is a rubber tube that is surgically placed through the neck
and into the esophagus, leading into the stomach. This allowed us to feed Boomer directly through
the tube since Boomer refused to eat.
From January 29th to March 16th, Boomer’s health had its highs and lows. Boomer was in and
out of the hospital facing nausea, weakness, dehydration, and an infected tube. Thanks to Dr.
Robert and Dr. Hudspeth’s medical care and her owner’s continued effort, Boomer began eating
on her own and the esophagostomy tube was pulled on March 16th. Although she was extremely
sick, Boomer was incredibly stoic and continued to “make biscuits” when she was petted.
loss and a poor appetite. Just 4 months prior she had weighed 12 ½ pounds, but had lost an
astounding 6 pounds since that date. Dr. Robert described Boomer as emaciated and severely
dehydrated.
Upon running blood work it was discovered that Boomer had a condition called Hepatic Lipidosis,
or “Fatty Liver Disease”. This is a condition seen primarily in cats, and occurs when a cat stops
eating and the body attempts to utilize the fat source by packing it into the liver. This results in
severe liver disease.
Boomer was admitted to the hospital and placed on IV Fluids to treat the dehydration, and an
esophagostomy tube was placed. This is a rubber tube that is surgically placed through the neck
and into the esophagus, leading into the stomach. This allowed us to feed Boomer directly through
the tube since Boomer refused to eat.
From January 29th to March 16th, Boomer’s health had its highs and lows. Boomer was in and
out of the hospital facing nausea, weakness, dehydration, and an infected tube. Thanks to Dr.
Robert and Dr. Hudspeth’s medical care and her owner’s continued effort, Boomer began eating
on her own and the esophagostomy tube was pulled on March 16th. Although she was extremely
sick, Boomer was incredibly stoic and continued to “make biscuits” when she was petted.
| "Boomer" Bouse |
In early 2004, Puddles was brought into South Bosque for her first round of puppy shots. At
that time she was a wiggly, 8 pound lab puppy that was so eager to begin her life! Six months
later, while running routine blood work on Puddles prior to her spay surgery, we made a
surprising discovery that her liver values were elevated. We postponed the surgery until
further diagnostics could be ran. No one could believe that this happy, roley-poley puppy could
really be sick!
After running further tests on Puddles, Dr. Williams became concerned about the possibility of
Puddles having a liver shunt. He then made the referral to Texas A &M for an ultrasound.
Unfortunately, Dr. Williams was correct. Puddles was diagnosed with a portosystemic shunt,
meaning that blood from the intestinal tract was bypassing the liver and going directly to the
heart. This means that the liver wasn’t able to filter the blood and toxins could therefore build
up in Puddle’s system.
Puddles went through 3 surgeries at Texas A&M in an attempt to repair her shunt.
Unfortunately, she continued to have liver issues throughout her life. Puddles was in and out of
our clinic nearly every month for 5 years. On March 16, 2009, after a rough few days of
battling anemia and seizures, Puddle's owners made the difficult decision to let her go.
At every visit to our clinic, Puddles was always happy and looking for a hand to pet her. Many
animals would have become fearful after some of the procedures she endured, but not Puddles.
She touched all of our staff members and left us with fond memories of that wiggly lab puppy.
| "Puddles" James |
| "Trooper" Segrest |
Less than three months ago we had the pleasure of meeting Trooper, the ecstatic yellow lab
and his brother, Ranger. Both puppies received their first and second sets of puppy shots
with a clean bill of health. Then in April of 2009, Trooper started feeling sick and would not
eat. He began vomiting and came in the next day to see Dr. Williams.
Since Trooper’s parents had been so diligent with his puppy vaccines, we watched him for the
day and sent him home with medication for his nausea and diarrhea. Our poor, little puppy
friend had to return the next day because he just was not feeling any better. At that time Dr.
Williams decided to test him for a Parvovirus infection. Although, with Trooper's history of
vaccination, it would be unlikely for Trooper to have Parvo, it was still possible. Unlucky
Trooper was one of few pups that we have seen to get Parvo after receiving their
vaccinations. He had to be hospitalized with an I.V. catheter and fluids so he could stay
hydrated and receive medications.
Trooper's recovery was far from rapid and took almost two full weeks, numerous tests and
treatments and countless hours spent by Dr. Williams nursing Trooper back to good health.
Luckily Trooper pulled through his illness with his strong will to live and the love of his
parents. He continued to be a "trooper" throughout his entire stay with us and finally was
reunited with his family after eleven days in the hospital. He was separated from his brother
until the end of May. They have since reunited and are together again so they can do what
puppies do best: eat, sleep, play, and give lots of kisses!
| "Diesel" Kellum |
Choosing a puppy can be a hard decision. The Kellum family did their homework and
decided a Bull Mastiff was the dog for them. Diesel was born on July 12, 2008 and like all
puppies he was playful and mischievous. He escaped his doggie gate the first day he was
left alone and had the run of the whole house. When the Kellum's arrived home they were
surprised that everything was in order besides a few tinkle spots.
Diesel grew by leaps and bounds and loved to wrestle with Angel, the Kellum's Labrador.
One day. Diesel began limping and 2 days later he was unable to get out of his bed. The
family was frightened and anxiously got in touch with Dr. Williams, whom Mr. Kellum had
recently met. Diesel's first visit with South Bosque was in April of 2009. During this visit
Dr. Williams diagnosed Diesel with Panosteitis, a painful disease of the long bones that is
common in large breeds. This particular disease causes severe lameness in a healthy dog.
After Diesel was appropriatley treated and recovered from Panostetitis, he again began to
experience weakness and pain. Diesel returned to South Bosque and was diagnosed with
Diskosponylitis, an infection in the disks of the spine. The appropriate medications were
started and over the next several months the Kellum family dedicated themselves to
keeping Diesel pain free and mobile.
Our gentle giant has had a lot of ups and downs. Deisel's illness has been very complicated
and stressful for the Kellums as well as Dr. Williams. Currently Diesel is doing well with
long term medication to treat his ongoing illness. We have chosen Diesel Kellum for our Pet
Spotlight for his unwavering courage through numerous tests and his ability to always greet
everyone with a happy wag of his tail.
decided a Bull Mastiff was the dog for them. Diesel was born on July 12, 2008 and like all
puppies he was playful and mischievous. He escaped his doggie gate the first day he was
left alone and had the run of the whole house. When the Kellum's arrived home they were
surprised that everything was in order besides a few tinkle spots.
Diesel grew by leaps and bounds and loved to wrestle with Angel, the Kellum's Labrador.
One day. Diesel began limping and 2 days later he was unable to get out of his bed. The
family was frightened and anxiously got in touch with Dr. Williams, whom Mr. Kellum had
recently met. Diesel's first visit with South Bosque was in April of 2009. During this visit
Dr. Williams diagnosed Diesel with Panosteitis, a painful disease of the long bones that is
common in large breeds. This particular disease causes severe lameness in a healthy dog.
After Diesel was appropriatley treated and recovered from Panostetitis, he again began to
experience weakness and pain. Diesel returned to South Bosque and was diagnosed with
Diskosponylitis, an infection in the disks of the spine. The appropriate medications were
started and over the next several months the Kellum family dedicated themselves to
keeping Diesel pain free and mobile.
Our gentle giant has had a lot of ups and downs. Deisel's illness has been very complicated
and stressful for the Kellums as well as Dr. Williams. Currently Diesel is doing well with
long term medication to treat his ongoing illness. We have chosen Diesel Kellum for our Pet
Spotlight for his unwavering courage through numerous tests and his ability to always greet
everyone with a happy wag of his tail.
| "Isabelle" Hopkins |
For the last three years Isabelle Hopkins has battled with immune mediated
thrombocytopenia, a condition that results in a low platelet count from attacks by her own
immune system. Platelets are formed in the bone marrow and play a large role in helping
people and animals clot their blood when they are cut or injured. Isabelle frequently visits
South Bosque in order to monitor her platelet counts and regulate several medications she
takes for her illness. Isabelle also suffers from epilepsy, a seizure disorder, and
hypothyroidism, a condition in which she has a low thyroid hormone that affects her
metabolism. Isabelle takes two medications for these conditions and both are currently under
good control.
Isabelle's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Hopkins, are extremely dedicated to her care and very
diligent in administering all her medications at the right time. Without their love and support,
Isabelle would not be the loving, vibrant dog that she is today. We have selected Isabelle for
our Pet Spotlight for her upbeat take on life despite all that she has been through.
thrombocytopenia, a condition that results in a low platelet count from attacks by her own
immune system. Platelets are formed in the bone marrow and play a large role in helping
people and animals clot their blood when they are cut or injured. Isabelle frequently visits
South Bosque in order to monitor her platelet counts and regulate several medications she
takes for her illness. Isabelle also suffers from epilepsy, a seizure disorder, and
hypothyroidism, a condition in which she has a low thyroid hormone that affects her
metabolism. Isabelle takes two medications for these conditions and both are currently under
good control.
Isabelle's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Hopkins, are extremely dedicated to her care and very
diligent in administering all her medications at the right time. Without their love and support,
Isabelle would not be the loving, vibrant dog that she is today. We have selected Isabelle for
our Pet Spotlight for her upbeat take on life despite all that she has been through.