[Hello From Virginia!]

Welcome from Mid-Michigan! Can't wait to see photos of your girl!

[Limping And Severe Pain.]

High definition x-rays, preferably from a specialist, sent to OSU for a second opinion. Unfortunately the most likely dx here is osteo and it's not uncommon for a "regular" vet to miss the diagnosis.

 

I would not wait and see, even with slight improvement as it's a painful disease and you want to know what you're dealing with.

 

Really hope that's not it, but with an 11 yo greyhound with this kind of pain, it is probable.

 

I have to agree with NeylasMom - you need some better X-Rays and send them to OSU. I have lost 2 greyhounds to Osteo at the age 11 1/2, A limp in a greyhound of this age is not good ....

[Kennel Coat To Healthy Coat]

He looks just wonderful now!

 

Does anyone know of a good rinse / coat conditioner to help dry skin and a brittle coat? I sprung a brindle Greyhound/Lurcher boy from the local kill shelter 2 weeks ago. His skin is so dry and his hair is dull and brittle. I immediately bathed him and gave him a good canine oatmeal cream rinse. He will be leaving us once he's healed up from his neuter & dental that he will have tomorrow.

 

Are there any home remedies to moisturize his skin and provide some benefit until his new healthy hair coat grows in? I want to stack the odds in his favor to quickly find a home. I want him soft and hugable when G.R.A.C.E. picks him up from us and he goes into foster care / adoption.

[Preparing To Leave Teddi Alone With The Run Of The House...]

You can use an X-Pen and configure it anyway you need. They are wonderful for blocking off areas, or containing dogs.

[Diana Isn't Eating]

If she's dropping weight or condition due to her not eating - it is time to see a vet.

[Corn Hulling By A Vet - What To Expect?]

When we adopted Doc he had 2-3 corns on each of his feet- poor guy! I kept them hulled out, filled the empty holes left behind with bag balm ... and over the course of 2 years, we were able to get all but one of them to heal and go completely away!

 

I am firmly convinced of the healing properties of the Bag Balm. Keep packing the holes left behind by the hullings with Bag balm and keep rubbing it into her pads.

[Avma Set To Vote On Raw Feeding August 2]

Even if they adopt this policy - you can still feed raw if you want to. They can't regulate anything or make any real difference by having this policy. You can continue to feed your dogs the way you wish regardless of this policy ... being issued to keep the donations rolling in from the dog food manufacturers.

[Frans Big Mike]

I'm so sorry - Mike was a stunningly handsome hound.

I wish there was something I could say to help take some of the pain away.

Sending a gentle hug.

 

[Ico Fiona (Fiona) 10/25/00-7/27/12]

I'm in tears this morning learning that Fiona passed away from a broken heart . She's with Frankie now, and that is where she needed to be.

 

I can only imagine the heartache that you are going through losing both of them within a couple days. Words fail me, there is just nothing that can be said that will ease your pain.

 

Sending hugs across the miles ..................

 

[New To The Board (And Breed) From Mi]

Welcome from Mid-Michigan!

 

I love the space quilt you got for Apollo - very fitting! You'll fit in well here .....

Nice to meet you and your pups.

[Grief - My Precious Hound Is Gone...]

It is never easy to let a loved hound go. Each time, you'll lose a piece of your heart.

 

I hope the pain you are feeling now will soon be replaced with warm and happy memories of Homer and the times you had together.

 

I also lost my beautiful Rainy to Lung Cancer in October. I know the pain. I cried for days and the house still feels so empty without her gentle spirit.

 

I'm sending a hug your way today. I wish I could do something or say something to ease your pain.

 

[Tristan's Experience With Osteosarcoma & Amputation]

YAY Tristan! I'm so happy he continues to do good, and now his appetite is picking up.

 

Next car ride should be to Mickey-D's for a plain (cheese only) McDouble hamburger.

Spoil the boy rotten and give him a BIG puppy hug from us!

[Twister, 8/15/96 - 7/21/11; Just Couldn't Write This A Year Ago]

Thank you so much for sharing your love of Twister with us!

 

I'm so sorry for your loss, even a year later, it's not easy. She was very special. You were so fortunate to have her share her life with you.

[Kara, 6/5/1999 - 7/17/2012]

 

So sorry to hear that Kara had to leave you - sending a hug.

She was such a beautiful girl in every way.

[Tristan's Experience With Osteosarcoma & Amputation]

I'm SO happy that the surgery went well - I hope you can get some rest before Tristan comes home.

I hope he'll heal quickly from the surgery, and make a smooth- as possible - adjustment into being a tripod.

We continue to send hugs and prayers to you.

[Tristan's Experience With Osteosarcoma & Amputation]

sending hugs to you and Tristan. Cancer is such a cruel disease.

[Thunders At The Vet]

Hope everything went okay ... Sending good healing thoughts.

[1St Time Owner]

Welcome from Michigan!

 

Your girl is just beautiful. I'm looking forward to hearing about your future adventures together.

These hounds are such kind souls - they have such amazing personalities. As Victoria Ann settles in, you'll see more and more of her true personality. It is so fun to watch a new hound blossom with a loving family to call their own.

 

Has anyone warned you about the collars yet? Having a beautiful girl greyhound can lead to collar hoarding.

 

Nice to meet you - have fun!

[No Specific Diagnosis]

I agree with the others, it sounds just like vestibular disease. The dog gets unbalanced, because they feel like the room is spinning. That gives a dog an upset stomach also, so they don't want to eat.

 

My Rainy had one of these vestibular episodes, the vet put her on one medication to stop the room from spinning, and another to sooth her upset stomach. It helped her greatly to bounce back.

[If You Can Spare A Good Thought For Nube.it's Osteo.xrays]

I'm so sorry it's Osteo .... Damn cancer. We will keep Nube in our prayers.

 

I was reading somewhere that there is some sort of an exciting new vaccine that has been developed for Osteo, that they are giving to the hounds once they are confirmed with it.

 

I found it - University of PA: Here is the link to the article:

http://www.vet.upenn.edu/FacultyandDepartments/Pathobiology/ClinicalTrialsinPathobiology/CancerVaccineforDogswithOsteosarcoma/tabid/2345/Default.aspx

 

I don't know if OSU is participating in this study, or if they a similar one going on for you, so I am passing it on for what it is worth.

 

Sending hugs across the miles to you!

 

 

& Nube

[Xander (C's Chico Bob)]

I'm sorry to hear of the loss of Xander. I'm sending a long distance hug to those who knew and loved him.

 

Run Strong and Free Xander!

[How Cold Before A Coat?]

Normally there would be little need for a coat for a young healthy greyhound at 50 degrees.

 

But if there is a strong wind and/or rain, then it could feel much colder. You might want a light weight fleece or a light raincoat if you plan on spending a lot of time out walking with him/her in the weather. But just for quick potty breaks outdoors, you really wouldn't need a coat.

[About To Start The Adoption Process]

I would wait until after you get back from your trip to bring a new greyhound home. The dog would be better off staying with the adoption kennel, or foster home until you return.

 

I would wait until things quiet down a bit to bring your new addition home. That way there are less distractions and changes for the dog, and you'll have more time to spend with your new greyhound when he/she comes to you. The greyhound you adopt will be adjusting to a totally new way of life, and they thrive on routines. I think the adjustment period will be quicker and easier for all if there is consistency in the home.

 

Of course - the wait is going to kill you! But it would be worth it, knowing that you'll have more time to spend with your new dog when you bring him/her home.

[Bad Spay, Incontinence, Now Prolapsed Uterus]

I am so glad to read all of the updates. I hope she'll continue to make progress and heal.

Please try not to stress too much - I know it is easier said than done.

Sending you a hug over the miles.

[Any Recent Cgc Achievements?]

Gus tested and passed both his CgC and his TDI Therapy dog certifications in October. He sat for both tests ( yes- with 3 legs). While it was required for the CgC for him to sit, the TDI certification allows a greyhound to sit or lay on command.

 

If you can not pass the requirements for this Hospital, why not try to go with getting your certification through TDI? - you can get your certification with them without the sit.

 

Most facilities will welcome dogs with TDI certifications, and I am sure you can find many other places that will want you to visit them too, when they know your dog is certified and insured through TDI. There is a bit more training to pass it, Fritz will need to be comfortable working around medical equipment, and you need to install a good "leave it" command. So he will not pick up any food or medications that may be dropped on a floor of a facility. But most of the TDI test mirrors the same things as the CgC.

 

If you go on the Therapy Dog International's website, they outline the testing requirements. I wouldn't let the fact that Fritz can not sit stop you from doing therapy dog work with him. Get him out there and share a little greyhound love!