Janis, I'm the one whose dog took tramadol and had the runs all night long while I slept. Yes, normal. I didn't know the side effects so that's why I warned you. Didn't want you worrying. If you have any canned pumpkin (plain, no spices) give her about a tablespoon. It plugs them up and works fast. It will harden the poops for you. Plus it is good for them. Just don't give more than one T as it can do the reverse. I learned that trick here and it does work.

It is normal to try to blame yourselves.. don't. Focus on what you have left. I don't know about your family but mine is WORTHLESS at giving me advice on my dog. They aren't dog people like me and they try sometimes but usually do more harm than good... just my experience. You have enough going on and I say leave it to the experts and not the arm chair quarterbacks.

Keep the faith. You got the dx out of the way. Now its onto the treatment phase. You are holding up fine. Feel free to rant to us... we can take it. More hugs, Kim