08/06/2026
๐งธ๐พ Meet Yardie! ๐พ๐งธ
Just look at that gorgeous face! ๐ It's hard to believe this handsome boy had been secretly snacking on a towel. ๐ณ๐งต
Investigations revealed that Yardie had swallowed a large amount of towel material, which had become knotted together in his stomach. Because it was too large to pass safely, surgery was required.
A gastrotomy (an operation to open the stomach) was performed, and a surprisingly large amount of towel material was removed. ๐ฉบ๐งต
Following surgery, Yardie stayed in hospital with us for several days so we could keep him comfortable and monitor his recovery closely. He received a constant rate infusion (CRI) pain drip, intravenous fluids, and special IV antibiotics to help support his healing. โค๏ธโ๐ฉน
This is a great reminder that towels, socks, toys and other household items can be more dangerous than they seem. If swallowed, they can cause serious blockages requiring emergency surgery.
We're pleased to say that Yardie was a wonderful patient and is now recovering well at home with his family. ๐ถ๐