Wonder Posted October 14, 2010 Share Posted October 14, 2010 (edited) I thought I had to send Sparks to the bridge today but thankfully my vet calmed me down and was able to tell me that he's going to be ok. Here's what happened: Monday around 11am, he jumped onto the couch and my mom heard him scream. He wasn't able to use his left rear leg and was in major pain. She called my vet and he told her to give him tramadol (which I have on hand) and bring him in Tuesday. I was still in Dewey and she didn't want me to freak out so she didn't tell me. Later my vet called me not realizing that it was my cell. While I;m on the phone trying to understand what they are talking about, my mom calls. She told me what happened and I told her to give him the tramadol. She was worried that I would rive straight home but there's no way I could drive 19+ hours. I did get home Tues night and made arrangements to bring him to the vet today. I had to have my brother take off work and help me get him into his mini van. I cried the entire drive there, thinking it was the end. The vet techs helped carry him out of the car (he hates to be carried too) and took him right in the back. The vet came out shortly and said that she thought it was his back and would do an x-ray. She was sure that he would have a chance and good quality of life. I've always known he'd have back issues some day. My vet had told me not to allow him to jump (so my bed is on the floor), no walks, no running. I was still allowing him on the couch which is what triggered this. X-ray shows 2 spots. It's all a blur now. They gave him a shot and I will continue the tramadol and started pred tonight. Today sucked but I'm so freaking happy that he's alive. He's still in pain and screams when I help him up. I'm going to make a ramp for the patio stairs and am trying to carry him for now. He's hanging out in the livingroom and the other pups are blocked out so that they don't get close to him. I'm sleeping on the couch next to his bed. He hasn't pooped since 5am and he really needs to go. I took him outside around 8pm and he walked (with me holding a towel under his belly) for about 10 mins but he didn't go poop. He did pee twice though. He's almost putting weight on his left leg again He's lost 1.3 lbs since June so I need to keep an eye on that. I just gave him 3 chicken qtrs and he chowed them down. I'm so glad my Sparky is still here Here's a pic from this afternoon. I might post later all the pics from this morning when I thought it was the last pic I'd be taking. Edited to add: they saw on the x-ray what they suspect is a mass in his belly. They ran blood work which was all normal so I am not doing an Ultrasound at this point. Edited October 14, 2010 by Wonder Quote Kari and the pups.Run free sweet Hana 9/21/08-9/12/10. Missing Sparks with every breath.Passion 10/16/02-5/25/17 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreyTzu Posted October 14, 2010 Share Posted October 14, 2010 :grouphug Quote Wendy and The Whole Wherd. American by birth, Southern by choice. "Do not meddle in the affairs of dragons, for you are crunchy and taste good with ketchup!" ****OxyFresh Vendor ID is 180672239.**** Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest MnMDogs Posted October 14, 2010 Share Posted October 14, 2010 Oh god how harrowing. I worry every day about my old man, and I feel for what you just went through. Here's to Sparks feeling better very very soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HopeForHounds Posted October 14, 2010 Share Posted October 14, 2010 It's so scary when you face something like that. Glad your boy is still with you. Quote Casual Bling & Hope for HoundsJanet & the hounds Maggie and Allen Missing my baby girl Peanut, old soul Jake, quirky Jet, Mama Grandy and my old Diva Miz Foxy; my angel, my inspiration. You all brought so much into my light, and taught me so much about the power of love, you are with me always.If you get the chance to sit it out or dance.......... I hope you dance! Missing our littlest girl. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Valencia Posted October 14, 2010 Share Posted October 14, 2010 oh, what a sweet look on his face, he loves his momma. What a sweet old man. Quote Shannon, mom to Shae, Jesse James and Linus the Chinese Cresteds,and bridge angels Sydney Sue and Stewart. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreytHurleyDawg Posted October 14, 2010 Share Posted October 14, 2010 I am so glad Sparks is hanging in there!! You must have been freaking out on the drive home like any sane person! Is it possible the mass is just food or are there going to be more tests? Many, many good thoughts for his full recovery!! Give him a big hug and make yourself feel better!! Quote Bow Wow Wow Yippie Yo Yippie Yay Johanna with hounds: Woodie (Molly's Marvin) (Grenade X Kh Molly) and Petra (Make Her a Pet) (Dodgem By Design X Late Nite Oasis) and forever missing Hurley (Jel Try Out) (Gable Dodge X Kings Teresa) with Kalapaki Beach in Kauai as the background Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest greydreams Posted October 14, 2010 Share Posted October 14, 2010 Oh, so sorry Sparks is having a bad time and in pain...poor sweet baby.... What a sweet old face he has, and I can tell their is much love between you two from the picture. Hope Sparks is feeling better soon....sending hugs and prayers your way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MTFSTHNDS Posted October 14, 2010 Share Posted October 14, 2010 Kari - sending good thoughts for Sparks & you. Quote Adrienne - with the kitties Tippy & Tyler Too Missing my bridge angels Boo Zsee, Java Bean (Nitro Kristen), Zeeba and Baer the not-so-miniature schnauzer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maggiespet Posted October 14, 2010 Share Posted October 14, 2010 How scary!!!! I'm so glad you have more time with that love magnet! Sending a prayer for healing for Sparks. Quote http://i57.photobucket.com/albums/g240/mtbucket/siggies/Everyday-2.jpgJane - forever servant to the whims and wishes of Maggie (L's Magnolia of JCKC) and Sam the mutt pup.[/b] She's classy, sassy and a bit smart assy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Magdalyn58 Posted October 14, 2010 Share Posted October 14, 2010 Sending many prayers for Sparks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest vahoundlover Posted October 14, 2010 Share Posted October 14, 2010 Oh Kari, how scary!! I'm glad your handsome fella is still with you. Sending lots of good thoughts he still has quite a few more years. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nyGreys Posted October 14, 2010 Share Posted October 14, 2010 Sending prayers for Sparks. How scary. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blitzen_n_Simone Posted October 14, 2010 Share Posted October 14, 2010 :grouphug One hug for Sparks and two for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
racindog Posted October 14, 2010 Share Posted October 14, 2010 You can really see how he loves his Mom in that picture. Keep getting well Sparks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nancy14 Posted October 14, 2010 Share Posted October 14, 2010 Kari, I'm sorry to hear this. Sending good thoughts to both you and Sparks. How old is Sparks, and how long have you had him? Quote From Wisconsin -- It's Nancy, Bob, Carla, June Bug and our newby Skorch.... along with Buffy. She's the little hound that meows. With loving memorials to K.C., Barko and Major Turn -- all playing at the bridge. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jennifer Posted October 14, 2010 Share Posted October 14, 2010 I'm so glad Sparks is doing better today Kari! I didn't realize he was having such health issues. We'll be sending healing thoughts his way. Quote Welcome home Quixote (formerly known as Whytell Mango) My Beloved Scooterman October 16, 1998 - October 11, 2007 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheFullHouse Posted October 14, 2010 Share Posted October 14, 2010 Oh Sparks, buddy, I hope you start feeling better soon. Quote Judy, mom to Darth Vader, Bandita, And Angel Forever in our hearts, DeeYoGee, Dani, Emmy, Andy, Heart, Saint, Valentino, Arrow, Gee, Bebe, Jilly Bean, Bullitt, Pistol, Junior, Sammie, Joey, Gizmo, Do Bee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wonder Posted October 14, 2010 Author Share Posted October 14, 2010 Kari, I'm sorry to hear this. Sending good thoughts to both you and Sparks. How old is Sparks, and how long have you had him? He turned 12 in March and this month is his 8th gotcha I'm so glad Sparks is doing better today Kari! I didn't realize he was having such health issues. We'll be sending healing thoughts his way. He really hasn't been having health issues-I was just being cautious and going by my vets advice not to walk him, let him run and no jumping, etc for the last few years. It wasn't until Monday that this happened and I didnt know it was his back and thought it was much worse (cancer). He's walking so much better today. Almost can't tell anything was wrong. I'm still carrying him up the stairs and helping him lay down and get up. Quote Kari and the pups.Run free sweet Hana 9/21/08-9/12/10. Missing Sparks with every breath.Passion 10/16/02-5/25/17 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carronstar Posted October 14, 2010 Share Posted October 14, 2010 Adding lots of good thoughts and prayers for Sparks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
turbotaina Posted October 14, 2010 Share Posted October 14, 2010 Aw, Kari, hope the old man is feeling better soon! Quote Meredith with Heyokha (HUS Me Teddy) and Crow (Mike Milbury). Missing Turbo (Sendahl Boss), Pancho, JoJo, and "Fat Stacks" Juana, the psycho kitty. Canku wakan kin manipi."Those who can make you believe absurdities can make you commit atrocities." - Voltaire Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DesiRayMom Posted October 14, 2010 Share Posted October 14, 2010 Happy to hear things are better today. Prayers from another black boy with a grey face. Quote Blessed is the person who has earned the love of an old dog. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreytHurleyDawg Posted October 15, 2010 Share Posted October 15, 2010 Good for you, Sparks!!!!! He is being such a good boy!! Take care of yourself, too, Kari!! Quote Bow Wow Wow Yippie Yo Yippie Yay Johanna with hounds: Woodie (Molly's Marvin) (Grenade X Kh Molly) and Petra (Make Her a Pet) (Dodgem By Design X Late Nite Oasis) and forever missing Hurley (Jel Try Out) (Gable Dodge X Kings Teresa) with Kalapaki Beach in Kauai as the background Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greysandmollie Posted October 15, 2010 Share Posted October 15, 2010 Glad to hear he is feeling better! Quote Donna and...Lucy and Chubb Rascal H 10/1/91-5/22/04 My best friend and Bounty Boon 1/23/99-6/25/07 My boy with the biggest heart Cody 7/28/99-8/1/13 My boy that always made me laugh and Dylan 5/12/04-12/29/2017 The sweetest boy ever Miss Mollie 1/1/99-1/30/15 and Pixie -10/10/2017 Lincoln -2/14/2021 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wonder Posted October 15, 2010 Author Share Posted October 15, 2010 He has a huge bruise on the left leg and it looks slightly swollen I'll check it when I get home from work I couldn't get him to eat at all today but my mom gave him 4 chicken drumsticks and he ate those He did eat 3 chicken qts last night so I don't think he was hungry today Before I left for work, took him out to potty and he walked up to me and leaned against me. Brought tears to my eyes. I love my boy! Quote Kari and the pups.Run free sweet Hana 9/21/08-9/12/10. Missing Sparks with every breath.Passion 10/16/02-5/25/17 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RileysLegacy Posted October 15, 2010 Share Posted October 15, 2010 Kari, that is so scary, I am so glad Sparks is ok. It really sucks when they get old :( Give that handsome boy a kiss for me :wub: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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