Danielle J. asked
My 13.5-year-old female corgi, Ella, was treated for a bladder infection and incontinence issues due to age. She was later put on Rimadyl for arthritis and experienced bloody diarrhea and inability to walk, leading to a week-long stay at the vet. She was diagnosed with an abscess in her kidney area and treated with antibiotics. After initial improvement, she declined again after finishing the antibiotics. I am concerned about her current condition and whether she should continue antibiotics. What antibiotics and dosage would you recommend, and should she continue taking prednisone?
April 23rd, 2023
Willie B. answered
Ella likely needs to continue antibiotics, as her improvement suggests an infection was being fought...
April 23rd, 2023
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