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  1. PatricksMom
    Chase had a larger than life personality, didn't he. I'm sorry that he's gone.
  2. PatricksMom
    This is such a kind service you give every year Ducky, thank you.
  3. PatricksMom
    Do you know why she's on each of these medications? That's a lot, and the risk of a rare side effect or an unexpected negative interaction go way up with that many medications.
  4. PatricksMom
    Pretty much a standard obedience class--if one was available we would be taking it because of Leo's fear aggression with non-greyhounds, not for any particular training difference.
  5. PatricksMom
    Thank you again for her Gideon, she was indeed a special little soul.
  6. PatricksMom
    This, Leo wasn't traumatized (that we know) but he is extremely anxious and does not do well left without Henry, and sometimes you do have to take one dog to the vet. Imo, it's better to gently prepare them than to have to deal with one freaked out dog while you're also dealing with a medical emergency in the other.
  7. PatricksMom
    I'm so glad to hear she's improving, but my heart goes out to you. I've had to leave a boy behind in ICU under similar circumstances, even knowning he had the best of all possible care, it was heart rending. And the slow pace of progress is so hard too, all I can do is hold all of you in the light.
  8. PatricksMom
    Sending good thoughts to Doodles and you.
  9. PatricksMom
    Another way to watch for infection is pay careful attention to the wound smell.
  10. PatricksMom
    In a pinch, a warm epsom salt solution is actually really good for cleaning, better if you can soak the wound. For a small scrape like that, even plain water would let you clean it up enough to get a good look a it.
  11. PatricksMom
    We did this, I was nervous about it, but it really helped and Leo had no trouble with being sedated. We've made so much progress with Leo letting him handle his feet since they ground them back as far as possible. I would suggest pain extra to have them dremel if possible, because they can safely go further.
  12. PatricksMom
    Was it Riley's mom who flew trans-Atlantic with an emotional support iggy--does anyone remember? Whoever it was, she was really nervous ahead of time and had a really great experience in the end and her fellow passengers loved her dog.
  13. PatricksMom
    Yes it's routinely done. I have no idea if it's official policy, because the branch of the group I deal with in my area tends to do things their own way. I can't remember exactly what was and wasn't included, but it's not as full a panel in terms of liver values, I think, as I like, so I run another one once they're settled in to have as a benchmark for later.
  14. PatricksMom
    No ideas, sorry, but you might try asking in the Heath and Medical forum where you might get some more ideas.
  15. PatricksMom
    Just a heads up, this topic can get pretty controversial.
  16. PatricksMom
    I use these: http://smile.amazon.com/Nutramax-Cosequin-Double-Strength-Capsules/dp/B00064NRCI/ref=sr_1_8?s=pet-supplies&ie=UTF8&qid=1414077194&sr=1-8&keywords=cosequin They are gel caps you can open up and sprinkle on their food.
  17. PatricksMom
    Just be careful, Henry's cute collecting habbit progressed to chewing and then to a $150 bill to fix my phone. Good thing the little bugger's so adorable
  18. PatricksMom
    Thanks, paws crossed that this an omega-3 supplementation gets Leo back on track.
  19. PatricksMom
    We're becoming suspicious Leo's issues with his feet being handled may be arthritis related, not just a refusal to let us cut his nails. Any thoughts about who is selling it at a good price these days? Thanks
  20. PatricksMom
    I think it can upset their stomaches, or so memory says. Have you thought about trying the gel cap where you open it up and sprinkle it on her food--it's possible something is added (flavor, etc.) to the pill form that is upsetting her.
  21. PatricksMom
    If she'll tolerate it, try taking her in the car someplace really good after the vet--to get ice cream, to buy a new toy, that's helped here to cheer them up and it helps avoid a negative association with the car.
  22. PatricksMom
    Frontline doesn't work here either, we've had no trouble since switching to Trifexis.
  23. PatricksMom
    Adding to the crowd, soft, moveable lumps are usually nothing to worry about unless they're in a place they get irritated (under the collar, etc.) Hoping for a good answer on Monday.
  24. PatricksMom
    I don't have any advice to add, but I'm sorry this happened and it's good to hear that Harvey is doing so well.
  25. PatricksMom
    This certainly could be behavioral and you're getting great advice (as always). But I would suggest a vet visit as well--do a full thyroid panel and ask the vet about any possible sources of pain or discomfort he could be experiencing, either one can make a sweet dog snappish all of a sudden.
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