Vet's warning after evening dog walk takes sinister turn
A Brisbane vet has issued a warning about our waterways after what was supposed to be a peaceful evening stroll saw a family’s beloved pet dog sedated, going under emergency surgery.
Tilla, the Jack Russell Cross, was out for her regular stroll with her owners when they noticed some fishing wire hanging from her mouth.
Terrified at what was at the end of the line, the quick-thinking Brisbane couple rushed her straight to the Albion Veterinary Surgery, who immediately sent the 3kg pup in for X-rays.
The radiographs showed a large 4cm fishing hook with a barb that had become embedded in Tilla’s stomach lining.
“This put her at risk of perforation and secondary infection which could have resulted in death if it remained undetected,” the vet revealed in a Facebook post, sharing images of the hook stuck in Tilla.
With no time to waste, Veterinarian Dr Andrew proceeded with emergency surgery to excise the hook, repair the damage and surgically stabilise the dog.
Now out of surgery, Tilla is doing well and is expected to make a full recovery. Those at the surgery clinic praised her parents for their quick thinking and not trying to remove the wire by themselves.
They have pleaded with local residents to take extra precautions.
“Whilst she was our catch of the day and has caught our hearts, we just wanted to share her case to highlight the importance of keeping our beautiful waterways tidy,” the vet added.
