[Junebug Snapped At Me!]

It's probably happened to almost all of us. It's hard not to be upset by it. But I'm learning that it's part of the learning process for both of you. I strongly suggest reading about NILIF. It worked wonders with Trolley & really helps you bond. Don't be too hard on yourself....

[Old Man Getting Old And Skinny]

Yup...Nevada went through that too. Just part of aging I think. Her labs were always great.

[Inconclusive Tests - Help!]

Absolutely need an ACTH stimulation test to get a diagnosis. Sooner the better. No pain with cushings, but they are miserable being so hungry & thirsty all the time.

[Godspeed, Lucy]

Ohhhhh Anna! I'm so sorry! But I know that Nevada is now showing Lucy the ropes & I know that the old girls are having a ball.....Hugs!

[Dealing With Illness]

Just wanted to let you all know that I think of all of you often. After handling the ups & downs of a chronically ill hound (Nevada had cushings disease), I know how physically & emotionally difficult it can be. You & your hounds have a special place in my heart.

[Tell Me About Gabapentin]

Gabapentin also comes in tablet form if he can't tolerate the powder inside the capsule. Yes, it is bitter....I've tasted it.

[This May Sound Crazy But...]

I'm a nurse too....I'd vouch for the odd human behavior. That's where the word lunatic came from.

[I Thought Greys Didn't Make Good Guarddogs]

Trolley is just starting to growl at strange noises outside. Makes me happy.

[How Do You Know When It's Time?]

My Nevada was 15.5 years old when I had to make that decision. For me it was when she was falling quite often & could not get up by herself. She also started to not want to eat. That was the main signal for me. I knew it was coming & just made the decision one morning when she refused to eat & seemed to be in pain. I had promised her "no pain". Hugs to you..

[Wimp]

My best advice is to remember that GH's are VERY sensitive dogs,despite their rough & tumble life at the track- pushing & shoving to be first across the finish line. Be patient & be gentle. It is so worth it...

[Mouth Care Products]

Just started Trolley on PlaqueOff by ProDen. I also give her CET chews.

[Dog Has Psych Problems]

Sounds like you might get a second opinion....if this has been going on for several months, this hound needs help. Constant stress is not good.

[Balding Patches On Tails]

My Nevada had Cushings disease & that was one of the first signs I noticed-balding patches on her tail. Are they drinking excessively?

[Tuna]

Would maybe some PPA help her with the late night pee accidents? It helped my Nevada when she got that age. Reminds me of the final year with Nevada....

[Riley]

Oh goodness...I'm so sorry for your loss. Riley was a stunning hound. Have no fear...those little moments that you think you'll forget are tucked safely in your heart & will help you thru the tough days. I know..I have some of Nevada's moments tucked safely away too. You will never forget him.

[8 Teeth Pulled, Update #1]

Chicken noodle soup.....my Vet swears by it!

[Odd Behavior]

Thanks all. She seems better this morning. We both had a great night sleep & she seems more like her usual self. Hopefully this continues.... They are such sensitive little souls.

Kristin....I will post some pics soon. Trolley will be spending a few days with MaryJo (Black&Brindle) next week, so I'm sure she will post some for everyone.

[Odd Behavior]

Trolley has been acting odd ever since we felt the earthquake on Sunday. She has been restless & whiny. Physically everything seems fine....she's eating, peeing & pooping normally. Her belly is soft. She can be engaged in play. Nothing seems to hurt her. She was up wandering around the house most of the night...seems to be looking for something. I finally gave her a Benadryl & she fell asleep. Do you think she is feeling the after-shocks? There have been hundreds. That's the only different factor that I can think of going on. Thoughts?

[Senior Grey]

Sounds like he's in pain. Maybe some arthritis is causing him pain when lying down. The peeing might have to do with some back end weakness? Just some thoughts after having a super senior (15.5 years).

[Gracie, Allie, & Havok]

He has Trolley ears! Welcome home....

[Commando Cobra]

Oh no.....my Secret Santa hound buddy! I'm so sorry....run far & fast buddy...

[Growling When Trying To Get My Grey To Move]

NO couch or bed & look into NILIF....it works.

[Is This Normal?]

I thought something was wrong with Trolley too. She's been here 6 months now & is finally starting to get excited to see me. I just takes time..

[Mental Or Physical Issue?]

I bought mine at WalMart in the bedding section. They went thru hundreds of washings & held up well. I also would put old towels on top of the pads to absorb the pee. Nevada was a Cushings dog, so there was LOTS of pee.

[Mental Or Physical Issue?]

My Nevada lived to be 15.5 years old. The last year of her life she had to start using a pee pad during the day because she could not hold it any more. I used the washable ones & just got into the habit of doing laundry daily. The pads worked VERY well. She rarely missed the pad and I feel like it gave her some dignity rather than having accidents.