dante2zoe

what is the strongid for? These are the first dogs I have ever had and some of this is quite new to me!

thanks for the information and corrected dosage. It is a much easier (and cheaper) method. I realize it tastes nasty, but one squirt once a month, followed by a treat and life is good! Appreciate the responses! Cindy

Does anyone use the Ivomec injectable solution (orally) as heartworm medication for their greys? This was suggested to me on another forum and I want to make sure that I am not alone in this. It is a much cheaper alternative to heartguard or any other heartworm pill. I have a whippet who cannot tolerate the pills and will have the ginormous version of the big D after being given a heartworm pill. This does not have those side effects, but I want to make sure that the pups are receiving adequate protection. I use .05 cc per 10 lbs. thanks. Cindy

You are doing what is in the best interest of Hershey. You tried the treatment and it doesn't help. Stopping it is the best gift you can give him. That makes you a great dog mom, not a bad one. My heart goes out to you and Hershey. You are both in our thoughts and prayers.

Beautiful tribute for a beautiful girl. Our condolences.

I would agree that you have been told that Comet has taken his own set of wings to fly. What a wonderful tribute for a wonderful pup. Cindy

Welcome from Maryland! Dante was my first dog, too. 3.5 years later we have two greys and a whippet! Be careful, this breed is addictive! Cindy

Our hearts go out to you and your family. I know how hard it is to make that final sacrifice for the furkids. May you find peace in knowing that it was the ultimate gift. Those senior whippets certainly have a way of worming into your very soul. Cindy

One of my greys had elevated liver blood work and we put him on milk thistle. The next round of blood work was within normal limits. I got the Milk Thistle from The Vitamin Shoppe, not on-line. It came in capsule form and he took it with his customary dab of peanut butter without problems. Thinking of you!

I am so sorry. You are doing what is best for Comet. We also have an 11.5 year old whippet and the thought of losing him breaks my heart. Support to you and your family. We will have you in our thoughts tomorrow. Cindy

I am so sorry to read about the diagnosis. You will do what is best for your pup. However, please, please, please make sure that you take care of yourself, too. While I haven't had to experience cancer with my dogs (and doG help me if I do) I have gone down that path with my son. (thank goodness, he is doing well, but it hasn't been 5 years and I will never be able to take a deep breath again) IT SUCKS. It is overwhelming, scary and emotionally debilitating at times. In my mind, it makes no difference whether your child is of skin or fur, 2 legs or 4. My heart goes out to you at this time. Just take care of yourself - you won't do Cricket any good if you don't. Cindy

my sister had a lab who had the tie-back surgery. She monitored her closely after the procedure. Kiva did really well and it was quite the success! She was older - 7? - and was able to resume all activities. It had gotten so bad that she couldn't even take a walk without being out of breath.

went through that with our first grey. Tried every type of kibble known to mankind - alternative proteins, etc. Tylan powder worked for a while. I got it in powder form and made capsules myself. It tastes very nasty. After that didn't work so well, we (with the blessing of our vet) switched him to raw. We still have to be careful about the amount of fat in his diet (no skin, remove obvious fat, no lamb) and give him more bone than most, but it has worked for us. He gained back the weight he lost and his hair came back in nice and soft. This was almost three years ago. His poo isn't perfect, but I can pick most of it up! Before, risking being gross, it was like chocolate milk with a lot of mucus. I also periodically give him probiotics and/or slippery elm if he seems to be back-sliding (no pun intended). Cindy in Poolesville, MD

sending good thoughts - what a cutie!

been there, done that. Sounds like Dante 3 years ago. He ended up thinner than on the track. Tried everything that you did. Weird proteins, no grains, etc. He seemed to be sensitive to grain and preservatives. As a last, and I mean last, ditch effort, I did the switch to raw. It was either that or watch him die. Even my vet told me that at that point, I had nothing to lose. We did the switch and it worked. However, he still gets loose at times and ground meat with fat, chicken skin, etc., sends him puddling. Rich organ meat loosens him up. However, I follow the guidelines in Switching to Raw and after a couple weeks, got the hang of it and it is almost second nature. Now, my two greys, whippet and 2 of the cats eat raw! You can also buy pre-made raw, but that has more fat than my own mix does. I do feel your pain, frustration and heartache. Good luck and keep us posted! \Cindy

I am so sorry for your sudden loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Congratulations! Sounds like a wonderful fit. I have a brindle beauty and a cat that looks just like Caleb! Must be a good combination.

Beautiful dogs and I love the collars!

I have an almost 7 year old grey who broke her hock racing. She gets gimpy once in a while. I give her glucosamine and chondroitin. I want to give it to my 8 YO, too, but he has IBS and everything seems to loosen him up. Any suggestions for a sensitive stomach guy? I am also trying to figure out if I am even giving her enough. Cindy

I am glad to hear from you. I had been following your threads and have been worried about you and your DH. While I am still so sorry for all that you and yours have been through, it is good to see you back. My continued thoughts and condolences.

one of my greys torn the webbing between his toes during his racin' days. There are days and times that he will limp or refuse to place that foot down. I have determined that for some reason at times, it flares up. We soak his foot in cool water several times a day for a couple of days and it seems to go away. Good luck!

Vet just called. No sign of infection. I am just supposed to keep an eye on it - yuck - and bring him in if it persists or gets worse! Thanks for the reassurances - I would be devastated with there was really something wrong with my heart dog!

I appreciate all the feedback. I did call the vet because this was the first time I had seen it. We have had him for almost 4 years and he is almost 8. I guess that he is either going thru delayed puberty (if you knew him you wouldn't be surprised) or a mid-life crisis! At first, I wanted to know if he had been skanking around! The vet's office requested a "swab" and urine sample. That was fun. I am now waiting to hear from them. I guess, if I have to have problems with the pups, I would rather have some that are more interesting! I will keep you posted. thanks. Cindy

I don't know how to phrase this delicately. My male (duh) greyhound has a thick, white discharge from the end of his penis. I noticed it last night and will be calling the vet when she opens this morning. In the meantime, has anyone ever had this happen with their greyhound? As far as other symptoms - nothing. Eating, sleeping, actvity levels, voiding - all normal. Doesn't appear to be in any pain or distressed. My vet is somewhat grey savvy, thanks to my crew, but I was hoping for some information before heading in. thanks so much. Cindy in MD

if you don't mind my asking, who's your vet? I think that I am in the market for a new, more sighthound saavy one. thanks! Cindy