A Professional Grooming & A Guide Dog Medical Emergency

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6:06 - I filmed this when I still thought I had captured footage of when he got home but apparently I didn’t because I was too focused on the “hot spot” issue!
11:50 I was on a work call when his grooming was done so my mom went and got him for me and he immediately ran in to see me and show off his new look when he got in the door so my call got interrupted with this cuteness!
18:38 - The PCR test came back normal, much to the vet/my surprise. We believe that it was most likely a doggy flu or perhaps a bad bug bite. The most important thing is that he’s back to his normal self and after 3 days of no harness work, we’ve been able to begin slowly getting him back to work again!!
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I'm Molly, a typical sushi, makeup, and fashion loving millennial girl who just so happens to be blind! I was diagnosed with Retinitis Pigmentosa at just 4 years old and began public speaking at age 5. I started just doing motivational speaking, but now I make videos and even model! Even though I can’t see, I know that there are bright spots in everything we face. Let’s find them together. 💕

[@AbstractlyDelen]

Poor baby! I’m so glad you trusted your gut! Never be ashamed for being “an over dramatic dog mom.” If you know your baby is sick, you fight tooth and nail to get him seen. And if it comes back negative? Great! Better safe than sorry. As a disabled person who isn’t always believed, and has to advocate A LOT for myself, always trust your gut, and it’s better to have an answer, than to sit in the dark

[@hitsujiyume]

1000%. i'm an "overdramatic cat mom". when my cat was a kitten, she had some bumps a few days/a week after getting some of her shots. being a cat owner/human of 20+ years i know about injection-site sarcoma and was worried it was/could become that, so off to the vet we went. they were very nice and understanding and they said it was probably nothing to worry about but they'd note it on her chart so it could be checked again when she had her next appointment. turned out to be nothing but the peace of mind was well worth it, and catching something early would've been as well.

[@AbstractlyDelen]

@@hitsujiyume I’m so glad your bebe turned out to be okay!!! And that you trusted your gut 💜

[@c.c683]

100% agreed I just was in the hospital last week (won’t name actual hospital so calling it G) G’s care was some of the worst ever received in my life!! I set the heart monitor off twice while there no one came to check, was asked can you walk? Me: Yes, but hurts really really badly and supper slow. Them: okay ur walking then. I just landed on my whole spine and elbow could of broken something really badly. Them: we do not care at all vibes, fast walking no spotter at all, plus didn’t even check to see if I was still behind them or on the ground. I go to my doctors office today for the week out check up. I get x rays of my tail bone since G didn’t get any with there full spine, better pain killer, listened too and she even took the extra mile to make sure she didn’t skip over anything. I’m very glad that I found the right doctor for me who listens since it’s been circles with my other ones for years.

[@annataymond9529]

Not to mention, with working dogs, things that might not be a problem for house pets could be a problem for them.

[@analarson2920]

Agreed

[@morgan3918]

I am a MASSIVE Girl With The Dogs fan, and I would LOVE IT if you two could work together! Vanessa works out of Niagara Falls in Ontario, and she is such a sweet gal who is passionate about her job and educating her viewers on dog care & dog breeds. I'm sure she would love to work with you & Elton. 🐶

[@ca147]

Second this! 🐕‍🦺🐾🫧

[@bixby451]

Omg yes please! My dream collab 🤩

[@hollyhurley7789]

Yes, please! She'll trim his "Grinch feet" after doing his paw pads.

[@BaileyB1011]

I think I would cry 😍😍

[@sookysmashaus]

She is wonderful! Absolutely amazing with all doggos..and cats!! and such a nice person. I have a friend sin NF who have thier dog groomed with her!

[@KiKianaKi]

In veterinary medicine we always tell people “if you’re concerned we’re concerned”, you know your dog best. Don’t be afraid to overreact. Also $735 for an emergency exam, full blood work, and fluids is a steal!

[@corneliastreet2491]

That’s insane! I can have all of that done on myself at urgent care as a human for less than $100 with my insurance, which is very mid tier not great coverage. My kitten had a URI at 6 months so I took her in because she seemed to have odd breathing happening, and ofc I would pay whatever to make sure she got the examination and treatments and antibiotics she needed, but they know that and will charge you insane amounts to look after your pet. It cost me $350 and she was only sick for a week. It really discourages people from bringing their animals in for treatment when it costs more to take your dog to the doctor than both of your kids at once 😭

[@izacshome]

Make sure your groomers are not using any form of heat on him. No heat from force dryers or cage dryers, this could be what caused him to over heat in LA. The drawback of Mobil grooming is they have very little time to get the dog done so often use heated dryers to dry them. Take him somewhere you feel comfortable leaving him for at least 4 hours so he can dry slowly, it will be less stressful for him and better for his health. I don't take dogs for individual appointments, all my clients drop off in the morning and pick up in the afternoon, it sounds counter productive but is far less stressful for me and the dogs. Most nap while they dry and I do not use heat on any of the dogs I groom

[@isabellarouse7293]

I second this. Especially as he has such a thick coat, make sure whichever groomers you go to that they have AC. Double coated dogs are especially prone to heat stress. Also in the UK we call the pants, the trousers. Also with his trim if you want the wispy bits off you can ask for them to trim the "feathers".

[@flowingwaters5118]

Hi Molly. I groomed dogs professionally for 34 years before retiring and specialized in big double coated breeds. I still love to help people out and am willing to give you personal one on own advice. The double bladed "brush" you have actually is used to remove coat as it cuts it so it's a good product for Elton John so long as it isn't overused. It is best used on thick areas you want to thin out.

[@ChimeraTruely]

It is wonderful that you are sharing your knowledge Thank you! 🥰

[@SabrinaHawk]

Bumping this so molly or her team sees it

[@ChimeraTruely]

Bumping also. Thanks for sharing your knowledge!

[@maureenharrah931]

A thought....... I had a Spitz that EVERY TIME I had her groomed we had a sick dog, much the same symptoms as Elton John...and it was from having her anal glands expressed..... Vet said to ask them to leave her bottom alone....and they did and we NEVER had another issue. He might be like her, and he needs to have his bootie left alone. Never had any other dogs with this problem in all our years of pups, but little Shasta did.

[@cavlizzy]

I had a cat named Shasta!! Such a cute name!

[@gloriannburick1837]

I was told by my vet that only a vet should express the anal glands, not a groomer.

[@Hi_Im_Akward]

Technically glands fall in the realm of vets. Groomers are often trained how to express them externally. The groomer should ALWAYS ask. It's helpful for the dogs who need it done regularly but most dogs dont and it should be a vets guidance if they need it regularly or not.

[@maureenharrah931]

@@cavlizzy She was a totally white baby....sweetest little girl.

[@katyb2793]

Our dog had an infected gland and she was a very unhappy doggy.. not as sick as Elton John tho.. her symptoms were she was chewing and licking a spot on her side until it got infected, but we couldn't see what the irritation was. Of course it was because the glands are inside, she was trying to get to them but couldn't. She ended up with a bit of a fever and was a bit tired and 'off' by the time we'd got her to the vet. Just in case anyone else has a similar situation. Not a vet btw. But in our experience, if she was a bit off there was definitely something wrong. We got her to the vet extremely quickly with a couple of UTI's, which is great since they can escalate quickly and cause other serious problems. You can never be too careful since they can't say if something is wrong.

[@Mati-lh5yv]

Yes! As a groomer, thank you for thinking about pooping your dog before his appointment 🙏 you wouldn't believe how many people dont do that

[@harleysauceda5401]

I can't imagine! We do ours and haven't been told anything besides once, but we also make sure he does before we leave even if it's for 5-10 mins and religiously he still poops in our house. We decided he is an angry anxious, or vengeful pooper lmao

[@titanbuck7]

@@harleysauceda5401 probably anxious, poor puppy

[@jessyav25]

Exactly!! It's amazing how many poops I have to clean daily at my salon🤦🏻‍♀️🐩💩

[@harleysauceda5401]

@@titanbuck7 Sometimes it is and sometimes not, none of the meds we tried for separation anxiety worked. Benadryl (which he already has to take for allergies) worked the best although still not great, but now that he's old the amount recommended makes him into a little zombie so we usually only do it when we leave now. Other times it's 100% just anger thought lol. One person will leave and the other will be on the same floor, all doors open, just thinking he'll sleep or chill like normal and he'll still decide to get up, poop, and return to chilling or even sleep like nothing happened lmao.

[@NerdWatchJinxy]

Oh Molly... seeing poor Elton John looking sad/lethargic is devastating. Thank God he got better quickly! Will keep you both in my prayers!

[@Not_Dead_Yet]

What you are calling a rake is still a stripping tool (which is what the furminator is). It's a bladed tool that will cut through mats. Use sparingly! Ask your groomer to show you how to use it. A standard grooming rake is not bladed.

[@MashaT22]

Btw, advice for fever and dogs that tend to overheat in warm months. My boy's normal baseline temperature is 102. As a result, he overheats very easily in the spring and summer time. I have a few items to help keep him cool in the summer/spring, but they can also help for fever. -- Mission neck gators (made for people). I have a few on hand. I went them and tend to double or triple them. I put them over his ears and neck -- targeting the ears and paws will help cool a dog faster. I've even frozen these gators after wetting for literally two mins at the back of my freezer (that's all it takes) for added long lasting chilling effect, but use caution with extremely high fever because the freezing cold could put a dog into shock. In that case, just use tap water and keep re-wetting as needed or let it thaw some first. -- Mission also makes very large cooling towels, which will stay colder longer and be less drippy than a regular towel. Again, use caution if freezing for fever and let it thaw some first.or just use tap water. -- Coolvio B'Arctic shirt is the best cooing shirt I've ever tried (and was invented by two women who run their small business). You don't have to wet it, since it's really meant to work without water to reflect sun and uv rays (even on cloudy days) and indoor ambient light away from the dog. It really helps cool a dog's core by 30 degrees. However, on super hot days and in the case of fever, opt to wet it and wring it out because it adds to the special material's cooling effect -- and it's not drippy where the floors and dog gets soaking wet like Ruffwear and other cooling vests. -- There's also a really good vest that uses the same cooling tech construction workers use. I got it to keep my boy cool when he's wearing his leather harness in the summer which isn't supposed to get wet (before the Coolvio shirt). The freezer/fridge packs get cold in 30-60 mins at the most and extra packs stay cold all day until you need them when you carry in a small thermal bag. The brand is a Techniche TechCool Cooling Vest for dogs. -- I have silicone ice trays to make extremely thin pieces of ice. My boy doesn't like to drink when he's hot, but he will take very thin pieces of ice instead. They freeze fast and can be made super thin because they pop out of the silicone without breaking. -- There are cooling mats on the market. I don't recommend the ones that say they don't require refrigeration because a dog makes them warm after a few minutes. However, they make some with freezable inserts. I have the Cooler Dog Hydro Cooling Mat for Dogs, which is extremely durable for a big dog. Again, don't let a dog with high fever lay on a frozen mat, but if you freeze and let it thaw some, it will be a really nice option that'll stay cool for hours, plus you can have extra freezer packs to swap out. -- Also helps to get Oral Rehydration Solution type drinks/powders that work as effectively as IV fluids, BUT make sure there's no artificial sweeteners that dogs can't have. Always check the ingredients and ask a vet. I have one that I keep in the house in case I get sick with fever too! Gatorade/Powerade type drinks don't really help if someone is already dehydrated because they don't have the necessary proportions of electrolytes to sugars (there are medical studies on this). Keep an ORS on hand. Hope this helps!

[@sarbearr4]

Commenting for visibility: these are really good tips for Elton John with his long thick dark coat!

[@sngray11]

You don’t want to give dogs ice cubes to cool off because it actually raises their internal temperature more. But the rest of your advice is wonderful. 💗

[@susanrooney8410]

i hadnt thought about long haired dogs and overheating ...and he is going to living in LA!! hopefully he can spend his summers in Vancouver though.

[@sneaks6635]

Back in the day I had a guide dog come in for his regular grooming. He was a very large golden retriever who I had watched working. This amazing dog went through a very high end gift shop with narrow aisles without missing a beat. When he was out of harness he was an enormous goof ball who delighted in splashing in his bath and soaking his groomer. He was delightful. Thanks for the memory. Elton reminds me of him. God bless.

[@irhonda31]

Oh boy, that was scary. So glad that he recovered quickly. My sister’s standard poodles would frequently come back from the groomers with some health issue. I think if the groomers aren’t careful, things can spread from other dogs.

[@peachyedits22]

Definitely. It's incredibly important that groomers clean well between appointments to prevent the spread of anything bad.

[@Crazyreviewer123]

please watch floss Carter's video STOP the KZbin scam what you see is a scammer this isn't the real molly

[@betterwiththeirish]

It really shows Mira knows exactly what they are doing. The chemistry between you two is incredible! As someone who reads and feels energy it’s very palpable and incredibly heartwarming! ❤️❤️❤️

[@kateclark3877]

My service dog in training had canine flu the past 2 weeks! Our vet says it’s spreading like wildfire in the US. She had a cough for almost 2 weeks, but no temperature thank goodness! Fortunately she has made a full recovery with lots of rest ❤

[@toxic_misery6369]

As someone who grooms dogs for a living hearing all the tools that you bought and the fact that you brush him every day is one of the best things I could’ve heard. The fact that you even bought a metal comb and an undercoat rake (the brush that you showed) are such fantastic tools to have. Thank you from all the groomers out there for taking care of your dog ❤

[@sarahreddin9601]

as a dog groomer myself, i dont think the drier could have caused the irritation to the skin. as you said his harness sits in that area so it could very well be just that, a little irritation from the harness. i see it sometimes in the collar areas on dogs also.

[@lc4life369]

It can if the dog groomer isn't doing a good job I'm sure. Like holding it in one place for too long. I dont know that for a fact or anything but If this happened while my dog was at a groomer I would probably consider that being a possibility. I also wonder if that whole ordeal made him sick. Especially sinse it he had an issue both times he was groomed. But again I don't know anything and I don't even have a dog. Lol

[@sarahreddin9601]

@@lc4life369 i appreciate what your saying, but she has sooo many followers and if saying one negative experience led to this, which imo it didnt. thousands of people will stop getting their dogs groomed out of fear. ive seen this all too many times! 'the groomer did 'XYZ' to my fufu and i will never go to one again'...fufu ends up with terrible matting that when its eventually pealed off her skin is bruised and so very dry. in some cases tips of tails, ears and toes are discovered to be dead due to the tight matts causing circulation to be cut off. Dont get me wrong, i love watching Molly and i know that wasnt her intent, but some people will pick it up so so wrong and fufu ends up hurting in the end! x

[@LittleDergon]

I'm guessing he picked up a bug from another doggie getting groomed, poor Elton! Glad he's feeling better and thank you for advocating about finishing antibiotics- it is scary how many people don't 😱

[@alyssafortson]

I loved the short story about him not listening to vets say sit, but then responding to French.

[@missmysterious13]

He could've caught a bug from the mobile groomers. Potentially another visited while sick and left their germs there and Elton picked them up. Just like it happens with us. So glad he's okay

[@amylynn3821]

I am so glad it was nothing too serious and that he is getting better with a little TLC. The way he looks at you shows how much he adores you. You are such a great dog mom.

[@guadamujia1018]

like I know he was sick and I'm so happy he feels better, but i cant get over how CUTE he is with that towel all bundled up

[@crazeinsane879]

I worked in veterinary emergency and I can tell you the owners that come in with a seemingly mildly sick dog ( minor symptoms) that swear up and down that their dog is sick. LISTEN!!! I can't tell you how many times these watchful owners caught seriously dangerous illnesses early because of their vigilant observations! Of course you get your fair share of false alarms but I would rather a false alarm that a dead dog! Great job Molly! Trust your gut!

[@poodleguiderpeyes7388]

Way to be in tune with your Doggie, Molly! Glad he's back to his normal happy self!

[@KristenyBridges]

It's so comforting to hear that vet appointments DO actually cost that much, I always feel overexaggertive taking my pupper in for an expensive sick appointment, but now I feel better because that's just what it is!

[@andreil1313]

It honestly scared me how much it cost lol but I’m not from the US. To me is insane that price for a visit and bloodwork 😂

[@lauramayfair7887]

Glad Elton is doing better. My cat had feline fever of unknown origin several years ago. He fully recovered after staying overnight at the emergency vet. He was dehydrated and had a very elevated temperature. It was very scary. He was 4 at the time and is now 15 so he made it through! Sending love to Elton.❤️

[@shalacarter6658]

Oh, Molly! He looked fabulous in the photos from Toronto! And that smile! My goodness!

[@imscanon]

Oh man, my heart sank for you when you said Elton was sick. So glad he is ok. That had to be traumatizing.

[@alexisr14398]

The sit command clip was hilarious.. they were like does this dog not know the basic command lol oh nevermind

[@ChristianSullivan]

Glad Elton is ok now! His fur looks much shorter after the grooming. I bet He’s softer.

[@norcal0076]

It is always scary when our pups get sick So happy Elton is healthy❤️

[@brendam.5932]

I had that feeling with my lab one day...he was a bit unsteady on his feet and was just acting off. Called in to work, got him into the vet....felt like a total overprotective doggy mommy as the vet took his temp, checked him out and everything seemed 100% normal (and he was acting pretty normal and making me question my sanity..lol). We went ahead and ran a blood test and while we were waiting for results, he started to pass extremely bloody diarrhea. So very thankful I followed my gut on that one because I would have completely freaked out if that happened at home, being at the vet where the vet techs jumped into action and helped us out right away was pretty much amazing and I'll forever be grateful to them. I am pretty seasoned with dogs, have owned them pretty much my entire life, fostered puppies for a rescue for a couple years (dealt with basic medical care of fosters, etc), so most times I do not jump to taking my animals to the vet. But sometimes you just have to listen to your gut when you know that something is off.

[@1234MusicEqualsLife]

Elton looks at you with SO much love and adoration. That's such a happy and well taken care of puppy!

[@ChimeraTruely]

I can not even imagine the fear you went through after having just been forced to retire Benix, & see Elton John so sick! I am so thankful he is feeling much better. Great instincts Mama Molly 🥰

[@EviLittlefoot]

Haha! My dog just got so excited hearing the dog toy squeak! He’s looking at me like I’m hiding a fun toy from him now. 🤣

[@Weepingghoul]

I am so happy Mira told you he’s the best one for you. They could see the love in his eyes when he looks at you. It was meant to be 💙

[@lyfandeth]

I used to trim and brush the undercoat out on the street, to keep all that hair outside. And the swallows(?) would shoot down and grab every cluster of hair to line their nests. I felt good that it was nest lining instead of trash!

[@brookewelton317]

Guide dog moms (and dads) always tend to be super in tune with their pups needs. Glad you and mr. Elton John are doing well :)

[@alexshaw8167]

Molly outside with her cold pressed juice and bangs pushed back is giving me major Niamh vibes for some reason

[@GailB0707]

6:31 "I was trying to fake it till I make it, but I did not make it" Story of adulting 😅

[@keris81]

It was so sad to see Elton so sick. His face is so expressive that it was written all over it. Well done for catching it and being such a good doggy mommy.

[@Lisa-ve7pu]

An awful strain of Bordetella (kennel cough) is making it’s way around my city. Some dogs being so ill they’re being hospitalized and put on oxygen!

[@terrymay2000]

Your Mom has such a sweet way about her. She's always upbeat and happy.

[@isabelleblanchet3694]

He looks dapper with his fresh groom. Glad he is now okay.

[@millicenttirk8233]

I'm so glad Elton is okay Molly! Sending you both a big hug,

[@lindaknudtson7976]

So happy he is better. You are such a good doggy momma! He is so beautiful.

[@ashlynnic0le]

I'm so glad you followed your gut! It is much better to be cautious than regret not doing anything when you knew something wasn't right! I'm so glad he is okay!

[@paulacandiloro2435]

WOWIE i'm so glad he's doing better. so scarry. SENDING LOTS OF LOVE FOR YOU BOTH AND MAMA.

[@ellie9295]

Happy to see that Elton is back to his normal happy self ❤️ He really spreads his joy and happiness all around him. It’s so sweet and lovely to see how happy he gets when he meets new people 🥰

[@dagna9159]

I know how you felt. Some time ago my dog (not a service dog, just mixed bread adopted from the shelter) was very weak, inactive, just laying there. And I could see he is not himself but everyone was like “it’s just hot outside”. Even when I called our vet they were reluctant to take him, thinking I’m overprotective dog mum. I’m glad I pushed them cause at the end they said he had very bad hepatitis caused by parasites. We know our dog best and we need to advocate for them. Lot’s of love for Elton ❤

[@Effervescency]

Goodness! Sweet baby! His sweet little pitiful face when he was feeling bad at the vet was just 💔💔💔. Good job, momma!! I’m so glad he’s better!

[@AmyB369]

Im so glad you got Elton into the Dr quickly and I hope you’re both doing well now ❤️

[@HanaTheRussell]

Damn, this must be/have been so traumatic you, Molly. You just went through losing a guide dog to health issues and your biggest inhibitor to bonding with a new dog was the fear that you'd just be separated again. And for this all to happen so soon after you got him... I'd be interested to hear emotionally how this was for you. Like... I imagine in the moment the adrenaline would have just kicked in and you put anything aside to make sure he's okay. But like... after the adrenaline wears off, that must have been so scary.

[@sngray11]

Molly, I am so glad that you trusted your intuition and took Elton John into the vet. 💗 You know your guide dog better than anyone else. I am glad that he is on the mend and feeling much better! 💞

[@alishac5096]

11:35 is the cutest moment!❤ It cuts straight from happy Molly to Niamh quietly announcing our boy Elton John. I don’t know how y’all weather so much together and push through life with such Joy. I hope Elton’s flu gets better, you are such a dedicated dog mom.

[@taikaperhonen6484]

Had a medical emergency with my service dog a couple weeks back, the day before my boyfriend was to leave for a work opportunity he just couldn't waste, so I feel you. 😬

[@mygirldarby]

My vet told me to give our dog pumpkin puree if she has trouble going. It really works and it has a lot of vitamins for them.

[@tarastewart6921]

So glad he’s feeling better!! I love that you two are already so in tune and connected. I’m a dog groomer and love the fluffy pups so much! A single row deshed rake is my favorite tool, especially for the pants😊. The undercoat remover you have is so helpful, too! Looking forward to your next adventure together.

[@eeveefennecfox]

I'm so glad he's feeling better

[@Welshweimaraner]

Awe Molly you both look after each other equally it's so heartwarming to see your love for each other 💖❣️💝💟🥰

[@ClaireRader]

So glad he is better. Always better to check and be safe then sorry later.

[@natashaw401]

Really good hes doing ok now.

[@sherylgorla9355]

Aww poor Elton John! So glad that it didn’t turn out to be more serious of an illness!! Prayers for continued health for everyone! ❤️🙏🏻

[@HaleyMary]

Elton looks so handsome after his grooming. Happy to see that Elton is feeling better after starting his antibiotics. I hope he continues to be a healthy pup!

[@MysteryMommy1]

I’m so glad you got him seen

[@kathrynsue1986]

i cant get over how beautiful that dog is

[@eden-caledoniajohn3168]

Also I’m saying a prayer for you Molly, I’m so sorry you ended up in A&E, I hope you are doing much better now xxx

[@pattyfluegel7816]

He looks SO good after the second groomers. Love them.

[@carolinec]

Glad he is doing better.

[@TheJennifer122]

Elton John really is just the most adorable dog. He's so pretty with his long fur but also just so smiley! Glad he's feeling better

[@RunsWithHorses09]

I know that must have been so scary! I'm so glad he's feeling better and that all is well!

[@emilybueckert108]

Glad to hear he’s feeling better! I can’t imagine how stressful that must’ve been 😬

[@Lizandrafedel]

I'm glad that he is feeling better now. You must have been scared with it all. Lots of love from Brazil

[@tracybanks6028]

Poor baby Elton. You always have to trust your gut. I'm so glad he's doing good. Glad you & mama bee are also doing good. Lots of love ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@travislitehiser]

Poor Elton John I hope he gets to feeling better molly❤

[@markthomas715]

So so glad he’s ok ! Your a great Mom !!! ❤❤❤

[@0n3c3nt]

So glad he is ok

[@Alicewatcheseverything]

Better an overly cautious dog mom than a dog mom to a severally sick dog. So glad he's doing better

[@danielledewitt1]

I’m glad he’s ok, I’m so glad mira didn’t take him away.

[@ncburton1713]

Awww, poor boy! Glad he's feeling better! 💙

[@angiecastro9345]

Hope Elton is feeling better ❤

[@Katelynhm]

Always trust your gut with any dog. You did the right thing im so glad hes recovering ❤

[@analarson2920]

So sorry it was stressful. Prayers

[@Lindseyisloony]

I hope that you never have another medical incident with one of your dogs as long as you live! I've been going through traumatic stuff with my own precious dog's health and the stress was so extreme that I almost had to go to the hospital on the way to his vet appointment.

[@amywoolner99]

Do you think maybe he had an allergic reaction to something the groomer used? Not blaming them at all and obviously it could very easily be a coincidence but a fever is a very common sign of an allergic reaction (not a vet but am pre med for humans so thought I’d let you know just in case!) so glad Mr Elton John is feeling better!

[@laurenschenck5355]

Poor Elton hope he feels better soon 🥺❤️🥺🍂🎃🍁🎃🍂👻👻👻🍂🎃🍁🍁🍂👻🍃🍃🍃👻🍂🎃🎃🎃🍂👻👻👻🍂🍂🎃🍁🍁🎃👻👻👻👻🍂🎃🍁🍁🍂👻👻👻👻🍂🎃🍁🍂

[@hollymilo3006]

I’m so glad he’s better ❤️🐾❤️

[@harveyabel1354]

Looking forward to seeing the two of you back in action, Molly.

[@happybookishgirl]

Glad he's better! I know how scary that must have been.

[@user-fg5xe5tg3v]

Though it could have just been a crazy coincidence that he had issues after being groomed, it's possible they're drying him in a cage and not using a dryer specifically meant for that purpose (stand dryers get much hotter than actual cage dryers). If he was laying on one side and the hot air was hitting one spot too long, that could explain the redness the first time. Some of the symptoms you mentioned are also the same as dogs that have heat exhaustion. Whatever the reason, I'm just happy he's doing better.

[@AccidentallyOnPurpose]

The video she shows obviously shows that he was dried with a high velocity dryer. It's more likely just a temporary localized reaction to something before he came in for grooming. I doubt it had much to do with the illness.

[@user-fg5xe5tg3v]

@@AccidentallyOnPurpose we saw the groomer use it for 10 seconds in the video. I'm not saying this is what happened. I'm only saying it could have. It's not uncommon for them to use a forced air dryer to get the bulk of the water off and then let them finish drying in the cage (with or without a dryer). If they use an appropriate dryer, it's not usually an issue.

[@tamerasyniec6621]

I’m so glad he feels better 😊😊😊

[@kaitlynjones9825]

Glad you and Elton are ok! 💞

[@kailaanderson3007]

Hilarious!! “Sit, sit, sit” uhh he only knows French 😂😂😂 love him!

[@yesterdaydream]

So many emergencies! It's always something! Hope y'all are doing better

[@yesterdaydream]

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[@sngray11]

@@yesterdaydream I report them every time as well. 💗

[@Crazyreviewer123]

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[@Scarletlight525]

I definitely prefer long-haired dogs and especially due to the smell and greesyness thing. Also LOL the pants are literally like the only area on my dog that ever gets knots!

[@jordanlexton7354]

When you squeaked that toy, my BMD got so excited! Glad everyone is doing ok

[@heather_bee]

Gosh, I imagine you must have been so scared when Elton was sick. Glad he is feeling better! ❤

[@jurrekarre]

I also have a longhaired dog and even as a seeing person I find it very therapeutic to brush her!

[@sammadlin8868]

Dogs commonly hide illness. Sometimes once it’s very obvious to us, it’s a very extreme situation or too late. Always better to be safe than sorry with our babies. I’ve taken my Labrador in for a couple false alarms, but I’d much rather spend $100 for the vet to tell me he’s fine or for a simple procedure, than have an extremely sick or dead dog with a bill in the thousands.

[@imogenoliver]

Oh Molly! That’s so scary, I’m glad you both seem to be doing ok now. Hope you’re doing well ☺️.

[@amysin]

Dude, this video is a real roller coaster! So glad mister Elton John is feeling better.

[@shannonrickard8605]

You just can't catch a break with your dogs, Molly. So sorry Elton John was so sick, but you were right to trust your gut and have him seen! Im glad he is feeling better 😌