In a remarkable medical feat, a Portland veterinary hospital has managed to save two dogs, Mia and Kodak, from a potentially lethal dose of pain medication using an advanced dialysis technique. The dogs were discovered at home with the medication on the floor, leaving their owners in a state of alarm over how much the pets had ingested. In response, veterinarians at Dove Lewis Animal Hospital employed a novel procedure known as Total Plasma Exchange (TPE) to remove the toxins directly from the dogs' bloodstreams, as reported by KATU.

Despite having normal lab results, the family chose to proceed with the TPE treatment, a decision that paid off handsomely. According to a statement obtained by KPTV, Dr. Lindsey McGuire, DVM explained, "Both Mia and Kodak responded exceptionally well to the TPE treatment, showing no subsequent organ damage and maintaining normal kidney function throughout their recovery." It is noted that having such a dialysis machine at hand in a veterinary setting is an uncommon luxury that proved critical in this incident.

The rapid response and innovative treatment at DoveLewis ensured that Mia and Kodak's brush with danger was swiftly contained. The clinic reported that both dogs displayed immediate improvement, showing normal behavior within days following the procedure. Their quick recovery stood as a testament to the effectiveness of the TPE treatment, offering hope for future cases of pet toxin exposure.

Mia and Kodak's successful treatment with the dialysis machine highlights the growing capabilities in veterinary emergency care. With the dogs back to their usual selves, DoveLewis has demonstrated the profound potential of advanced medical interventions in saving pets' lives. According to a KOIN interview, the veterinary hospital expressed excitement about being at the forefront of offering such innovative solutions for pet emergencies. The dogs have since been released from the hospital, resuming their normal lives after the close call.