My dog has pancreatitis. Is 48 hours to vet quick enough for recovery?

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Did we catch my family dog's pancreatitis quickly enough and him to the vet quick enough 48 hours from the time we saw symptoms we got him into his vet. Was that quick enough and should he be able to make a full recovery? Pet's info: Dog | Coton de Tulear | Male | 19.7 lbs

Destini R. Holloway, DVM · Accepted Answer

The sooner you get pancreatitis treated the better for the pet. 48 hrs is not the worst response time but then again within 24 hrs is best. However, if you did respond within 48 hrs and proceed to go forward with aggressive treatment now for his pancreatitis, then his chances of making a full recovery are increased. Some pets require hospitalization, IV fluid therapy, pain management, antibiotics (if indicated), etc. While others can be treated by sending medications home with the owner. If Jackson is not eating well and his lab findings as well as physical exam findings suggest that hospitalization would be in his best interest, then I would high recommend considering that course of treatment for him. I hope that Jackson is able to make a full and speedy recovery from his illness. Best wishes and take care.

My dog has pancreatitis. Is 48 hours to vet quick enough for recovery?

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