Another week of antibiotics and soft food. The vet said he no longer has a fever. One lymph node is still a little swollen. His throat isn't red or swollen anymore. She didn't feel like surgery is a good idea at this time. His problem wasn't so much the scar tissue as the infection which was able to take hold because of his compromised throat. He'll probably always cough and gag more than other dogs. His tail is back to wagging. Thanks for the thoughts and support. We do love our fur-babies!

Deb