Leju

 Condition: Old female dog with acute weakness, loss of appetite, fever

Sex: Female

Treatment start date: 18/11/2022

Treatment end date: 21/11/2022

Mentor: Sharmila Banerjee

Details: The old dog suddenly stopped eating, developed fever (fluctuating temperature) and got very weak so as not being able to get up on all 4s. IV fluids and antibiotics were given. Throughout treatment the dog could never recover and stand up on all 4 legs.

Final condition: Dog died on 22/11/2022




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