Parkers/Setters--Trajedy to miraculous recovery

[Gary Laudermilch]

Harold, as others have said, I'm glad it all turned out so well. I cannot help but wonder if you can speculate on what may have happened. There is so much that can befall a hard running dog in grouse cover that I am forever looking for pitfalls to avoid.

Nice bird, great gun, and beautiful setters. Next time out skip the drama.

[Harold Pickens]

I actually do have a theory as to what may have occurred. This may be another case of Exercise Induced Hunting Dog Hypoglycemia. Yes, this is a real syndrome and occurs after blood glucose levels drop sharply--we have all heard of people in "diabetic shock">. A similar incident ocurred several years ago with another dog, and I always had to carry snacks for him to keep his blood glucose up . This is the science behind all of those canine endurance products using maltodextran. It doesnt mean the dog is diabetic, but I will have her checked out. Google the syndrome to find out more. I will call my brother tonight, he is a veternarian, but he is in Ashville, NC.
My wife says Betty is very subdued at home today, but you can bet she will get lots of loving when I get home.