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Plummer, my new foster, has some issues with his paws. His nails were about 2 inches long when I got him but we worked on that but he either has caught his nail previously or has some kind of skin condition. He was at the vet on Saturday and without a biopsy this chronic problem since 2005 has yet been diagnosed. He has also had a toe amputation. He passed history is very sketchy. However, I managed to get his passed records faxed to my vet and hopefully a biopsy of his toe that was amputated in 2005 will shine some light. 2 paws are red and scabby, he was licking but that has stopped. I have soaked them in Epson salt and have been putting neosporan with vet wrap and it has improved.

Lou has 2 of them, one on his hind leg and one on his belly. They are loose to the touch and movable. Vet was not concerned but they will be watched.

Welcome from Rockaway, NJ - Lou says hi

I am so sorry, reach out to "circle of grey's" web site. People there can help you and of course we can to. http://pets.groups.yahoo.com/group/CircleofGrey/

I know this time sucks, but hang in there and know we are all here for you. Consider the both of you on my prayer list. Keep us posted.

Hi and welcome. Your life is about to change!!!! Sounds like you have all the "stuff" together. I would however recommend that you set aside some TIME. The transition for you and your pupper will be so much easier. Can someone take off from work for at least 4 days? Most importantly is alone training. I am not sure if you are getting a grey from the track or a foster. Alone training is the most important. You can read about alone training on this site. Start right away. Take a deep breath and enjoy. We are here to help and keep us informed, we love to hear about the progress.

I am so sorry you both are going through this. It is a tough time. Been there and time becomes a whirlwind. There is a greyt community that is available at this time for you "circle of greys", I suggest you join and you will get plenty of support and advice now. Good luck and whatever decision you make is right for your pupper.

I got a price of a package, no extractions for 350.00 including pre testing, EKG, Chest x-ray, blood work. Antibiotics extra. Would somebody tell me the names of the anesthetic used?

Lou did greyt at his yearly check up. He weighs 88 lbs. He was tested for heartwarm, received his shots and was a brave boy. Then my vet got to his teeth-ooooooooooooh needs some dental here, oh boy. So she wants to clean them out, she doesn't think any of them need pulling. I asked the price and she said approximately 350.00 for scaling, cleaning and pre tests such as EKG, chest x-ray. I thought the price was pretty good!! The vet is grey savvy and knows about the anesthetic. Could someone refresh my memory and tell me what anesthetic is used for greys?

2 years ago today we helped you to the bridge my sweet PAXX. (aka Shannon Evening) We miss you sweetie, run with the rest of your comrades.

You any over the counter store brought brand or Chiggerex Plus, which is a medicated ointment from the pet store.

thats them all right. Antibacterial cream will take them away overnight.

Hi from Lou and Joan in Rockaway, NJ What a beauty!! Hope to meet you sometime.

I am so sorry. Hopefully, someone knows more about this and can educate us.

We are with you, take care of yourselves.

Have your puppers been laying in the grass lately? If so, they are bites from the buggers in the grass. I use chigger ointment, gone in a few hours.

Its spring, the bugs are out!!! Lou has the same and last year at this time he got them to. He lays on the grass and the nasty buggers have a field day. I use an ointment called "Chiggerex Plus" or antibacterial ointment or calamine lotion. The marks usually go a way in a day until those buggers get him again.

My collie had Cushings and one of her things were to hide under a kitchen chair. Then she started to walk in circles and precided to start with some seizures. It is the nature of Cushings. Call the vet. This time is very hard and I wish you and your pupper good luck.

Call the E-vet and ask.

Lou just had this issue the other day. His neck goes out every couple of months. Don't know how it happens, but when it happens it hurts. I have pills at home for him and they calm things down. We use a harness instread of collar.

Vet visit is a good idea!

Lou and Darla sitting on a tree k i s s i n g

I realized what might have tricked off the neck pain. We went for a walk yesterday morning and Lou (the big wuss) heard the wind and russling of leaves and now I remember how he nearly pulled me to the curb and he jerked himself!!!

Lou seems to be much better this morning, we had a rough nite, but he was able to go up the stairs to go potty. He ate and I took a mental health day to be with my pupper. I know others have had this problem. What has been your experience? I know the vet will want me to take him for an MRI. Do they sedate for the MRI? Where do they perform them?

Occasionally, Lou (TK Lumiere) sometimes throws his neck out. It hasn't happened since 2006. Today, it happened again. I came home to find my buddy with his head hanging low and screaming in pain. I have some dexamethasone and he is now laying still and resting. I am so afraid when he moves. Please keep him in your thoughts and hope no visit to the E-vet tonight