16/10/2026
🐾 AN EMERGENCY, A DIFFICULT DECISION, AND A FIGHTING CHANCE AT LIFE 🐾
At 13 years old, our patient was brought to CDO PET DOCTOR due to hematuria (blood in the urine) and urinary dribbling. 🩺
After thorough diagnostic evaluation, including X-rays and blood tests, we discovered a severely distended urinary bladder caused by bladder and ureteral stones. These stones were obstructing the normal flow of urine, causing significant discomfort and putting our senior patient at serious risk.
Our attending veterinarian immediately attempted to pass a urinary catheter to relieve the bladder pressure and evacuate the urine, but unfortunately, catheterization was unsuccessful.
Given the severity of his condition, an EMERGENCY TRIPLE SURGERY was recommended:
🔹 Cystotomy – to remove the bladder stones
🔹 Scrotal ablation – as part of the surgical approach to address his condition
🔹 Urethrostomy – to establish an alternative urinary passage and help restore urine flow
The decision was not easy. At 13 years old, with several elevated blood chemistry values, our patient faced significant anesthetic and surgical risks. We knew that the road ahead would be challenging, and the outcome was uncertain.
But his owner chose to give him something precious: A FIGHTING CHANCE. ❤️
🙏 We are deeply grateful to his owner for trusting our veterinary team and choosing to give this senior patient a chance to fight for his life. We know how difficult it is to make decisions when our beloved pets are critically ill, especially when age and medical risks are involved.
Behind every emergency case is a family hoping for more time, more memories, and more moments with their beloved companion.
At CDO PET DOCTOR, we understand that every case comes with risks, difficult decisions, and responsibilities. Our commitment is to provide the best possible care, guided by medical judgment, compassion, and the hope of giving every patient a chance.
💙 Age may increase the risks, but every patient deserves a careful assessment, compassionate care, and a chance when treatment is a reasonable option.
Please remember, pet owners: blood in the urine, frequent attempts to urinate, dribbling, or producing little to no urine should never be ignored. Urinary obstruction is a life-threatening emergency. Seek veterinary attention immediately.
📍 CDO PET DOCTOR
Where every patient matters, every life is precious, and every fighting chance counts. 🐾❤️
