mangos_mom

I'm trying - it didn't work here, so I went over to Cute and Funny, but everytime I try to open a new topic there, my 'puter locks up. Grrrr...

Takoda, my fuzzy lurcher boy, decided that we didn't have enough excitement headed our way today with Hurricance Ike sideswiping Dallas - he decided to test my emergency preparedness in another way... Since the bad weather from Ike wasn't due here until afternoon, I decided to take my two and the foster I have this weekend over to our dog park to let them stretch their legs before becoming housebound at least until tomorrow. Mango and Temerity, the foster, both full greyhounds, took off running at one point and Takoda went after them. Except, his hind legs aren't very strong (for reasons unknown to me - but being kept under watch by me and my vet). He tried to corner when the girls did, but his legs got too far under him and he almost went over backward. Instead, he caught himself, but paid a dear price, breaking the far right toe on his right front paw. Fortunately, my vet is open on Saturday mornings, so off we went. They showed me the x-ray - it's a complete break, diagonal across the toe bone between the first and second knuckle (Phalanx 1 according to Care of the Racing and Retired Greyhound). They splinted and wrapped it, and warned me they might want to go in and put a plate in - they'll contact me Monday on that. All that said, my question at the moment is: what can I expect next, and what should I keep an eye out for? The vet gave me Rimadyl - she called it an anti-inflammatory, but I know from here that it's given for pain, too- to give him every 12 hours. The biggest problem I've had this afternoon is that Takoda generally doesn't lay on the floor. He's either on the couch or on my bed. I know he's not supposed to be jumping up on them, but I can't seem to catch him before he does. I guess I can attach him to me to prevent that when I can't keep an eye on him, but I don't want to make him move more than he has to either. And when I'm at work, I'm guessing I will need to crate him? I have an ex-pen I can set up, but I don't know how he'll take it as I've never crated him in the 6 months I've had him. I'm open to suggestions? I'm trying not to worry - understanding what to expect goes a long way for me to allaying that worry. Thanks.

Run free and happy at the Rainbow Bridge, Buster!

That looks like the thing that Mango had removed from her toe a few years ago. My vet said he would have left it alone except that it was in a spot that could easily get irritated. Hope that your vet agrees that it's nothing to worry about. Mystery, stop scaring your Momma, you hear? to you and that crazy little darling, and keeping fingers and paws crossed here that it's nothing to worry about.

There's another star shining bright in the heavens just for you, Sherry; another guardian angel to send you love when you most need it. Godspeed, Susie...I never met you, but I knew you through your Momma's love for you...

I have no words for this, just more tears. for you until I can give them in person. And for sweet Kerbey, running free at the Rainbow Bridge.

I read the post on the Dewey message board earlier today and just wanted to clarify that the reason given for getting the bordatella vaccine is exposure to many, many dogs. It's nothing to do with Dewey Beach itself. So, yup - what everybody above me said. Better safe than sorry.

Good news! Mango says, Carmen, don't lick it anymore! I knows from experience dat it jus' makes it longer dat you has to endure the pokin' and proddin' and medicines! Heal fast, Sweet Carmen! Mango and I are wishing white light your way.

Nothing to add to the advice given but wanted to wish little Carmen good luck at the vet's tomorrow!

Dan Miller! You can't go scaring your Momma and Dad that way. You be good now, you hear? Miss Mango says you gotta get better so she can chase you around the yard at Dewey this year. Oh, Sher, I can imagine how worried you were. Here's hoping it's a fast and easy recovery! Didn't Mike take a canine massage class at Dewey a few years back? Looks like he'll be able to put that to good use, now... from the Texas crew!

I never know what to say in these situations, but know that once again I have tears in my eyes for a dog I have never met, but who touched my life, as well as so many others, with a happy light. My tears are for you, too, Devon, and Amber as well, for you both have also touched many lives here. Godspeed, Skittle. And sincerest hugs of sympathy to you, Devon, and you, Amber.

So sorry to hear this. Run free, sweet boy! And to you, Diane!

'Nother Dallas-area place available. I have a spare bedroom and bath, small yard. PM if ya' need it!

Tears being shed here in Texas tonight, Bev. Heaven has a new star, and we all, I think, have a new hero. Sending heartfelt hugs from Kate and Mango.