Orchid Bitten by Dog: 20-Minute Emergency - Miltonia or Cymbidium?

An 11-year-old (Tram) reports their dog pulled out a "Plush Eye 'Red Canyon'" orchid 20 minutes ago. They repotted with bark and seaweed, but it looks like it's dying. Some chewed roots were placed back in the pot.

Critical Corrections

• Remove chewed-off root pieces - they will rot and worsen conditions
• Identify the orchid type - "Plush Eye 'Red Canyon'" suggests a Miltonia (pansy orchid) with thin, floppy leaves, not a Cymbidium
• Don't expect instant death - 20 minutes out of pot rarely kills an orchid

Miltonia-Specific Rescue

1. Use open mix: fir bark, perlite, charcoal for air flow
2. Keep quite moist with high humidity
3. Place a plastic bag over pot and plant for several days to boost humidity
4. Expect slow recovery: weeks for new roots/leaves, days for old leaves to perk up

If leaves are limp but not mushy, the bag method can revive it. Patience is essential.