Guest Bodie Posted May 28, 2007 Share Posted May 28, 2007 (edited) On the recommendation of many of you, we drove Bodie, on Friday, to Ohio State University to meet with their greyhound expert, Dr. Couto. I wanted to tell you that all of you are right! Dr. Couto is wonderful! We left at 5:00 am on Friday and got to Ohio at 11:30 for our 12 o'clock appointment. We were interviewed immediately concerning Bodie's symptoms and Bodie was taken back right away to meet with Dr. Couto. I am happy to report that Dr. Couto diagnosed what several of Greytalk's responders diagnosed: Bodie most likely has an autoimmune disease, probably one known as Pemphigus Folliaceus. Dr. Couto called in a veterinarian/dermatologist to confirm his diagnosis and then followed up with skin biopsies to have the diagnosis confirmed. They are sending the biopsies to a specialist in Florida - supposedly the best in the country. That way if their diagnosis isn't correct, she may be able to read the skin and tell them what he does have. The good news is that it is treatable with affordable medication. Dr. Couto sent Bodie home with painkillers. (Bodie has one stitch at each of the 4 locations they took biopsies and Dr. Couto wanted to make sure he wouldn't be in pain for the trip home and until the stitches are taken out by my local vet) He also recommended that Bodie take Pepcid AC since the medication my old derm/vet put him on can cause stomach ulcerations. (Something she never told me!) He is also putting Bodie on a schedule to withdraw him from the medication since cutting him off cold turkey can cause some pretty awful withdrawal symptoms. (Something else she never told me! Thank goodness I didn't cut him off abruptly on my own.) When the results of the biopsies come back, Dr. Couto will start him on his new medication. What surprised me the most was that Bodie had a physical, complete blood work, was seen by two specialists, and had biopsies. He spent a little more than five hours in their care. And the total bill? Not much more than what I paid his regular vet for his last visit. I almost fell over in shock! I live on a limited budget and I was worrying about paying for all of this. What a relief to know he can get such high quallity care and I can afford to provide it for him. Thanks to all of you who responded and encouraged me to make the trip. It was well worth it. At last I'm feeling that Bodie can be cured and I believe that Dr. Couto will be the one to bring my old happy boy back to me. To all of you on Greylist who took the time to respond and encourage me to go - THANK YOU! I'm not sure I would have made the trip without your encouragement and now I'm so glad I did! Rhonda Edited May 28, 2007 by Bodie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ahicks51 Posted May 28, 2007 Share Posted May 28, 2007 Dr. Couto called in a veterinarian/dermatologist to confirm his diagnosis and then followed up with skin biopsies to have the diagnosis confirmed. They are sending the biopsies to a specialist in Florida - supposedly the best in the country. That way if their diagnosis isn't correct, she may be able to read the skin and tell them what he does have. Ooooh! Oooh! Get us a name, for future reference. Best wishes for Bodie and you! Quote Coco (Maze Cocodrillo) Minerva (Kid's Snipper) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xan Posted May 28, 2007 Share Posted May 28, 2007 This is great! I'm so glad you were able to get a good diagnosis and a confidant, competent program laid out for Bodie! Man. Dr Couto is such a treasure!! Feel better soon, Bodie! Quote My Inspirations: Grey Pogo, borzoi Katie, Meep the cat, AND MY BELOVED DH!!!Missing Rowdy, Coco, Brilly, Happy and Wabi. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lilysmom Posted May 28, 2007 Share Posted May 28, 2007 Dr. Coutou and his staff are simply amazing and the connections they have are invaluable. I had the pleasure of meeting Dr. Courto at Dewey last year and I was in awe of him. How he loves this breed. Such great news that your Bodie's condition is treatable and that Dr. C is working on getting best answers/treatment for your pup. We as greyhound owners are so very forunate to have Dr. Couto and his staff. Please keep us posted on what the final results are. I know you feel 100% relieved. Quote Praying for all the missing greys! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Batmom Posted May 28, 2007 Share Posted May 28, 2007 Good to hear you are there and back safely, with a tentative diagnosis and treatment plan. Hope all continues to go well . Quote Star aka Starz Ovation (Ronco x Oneco Maggie*, litter #48538), Coco aka Low Key (Kiowa Mon Manny x Party Hardy, litter # 59881), and mom in IllinoisWe miss Reko Batman (Trouper Zeke x Marque Louisiana), 11/15/95-6/29/06, Rocco the thistledown whippet, 04/29/93-10/14/08, Reko Zema (Mo Kick x Reko Princess), 8/16/98-4/18/10, the most beautiful girl in the whole USA, my good egg Joseph aka Won by a Nose (Oneco Cufflink x Buy Back), 09/22/2003-03/01/2013, and our gentle sweet Gidget (Digitizer, Dodgem by Design x Sobe Mulberry), 1/29/2006-11/22/2014, gone much too soon. Never forgetting CJC's Buckshot, 1/2/07-10/25/10. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burpdog Posted May 28, 2007 Share Posted May 28, 2007 What great news! Did he say how long the results will take? Sending prayers for a treatable condition and that your happy boy is back soon! Quote Diane & The Senior Gang Burpdog Biscuits Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest greytmonty Posted May 28, 2007 Share Posted May 28, 2007 Rhonda I am so happy for you and Bodie! I was going to email you today to check in about Dr. Couto's appt. :colgate :colgate I am so glad that you got excellent care and that you now have a diagnosis and a treatment plan!!!! Hugs and sushi to Bodie for his 4 boo boos! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sweetdogs Posted May 28, 2007 Share Posted May 28, 2007 Wonderful news! Not only good for Bodie, but I'm sure the results will help other greys in the future. I am happy to report that Dr. Couto diagnosed what several of Greytalk's responders diagnosed: Bodie most likely has an autoimmune disease, probably one known as Pemphigus Folliaceus. Way to go Greytalk diagnosers! Quote Deirdre with Conor (Daring Pocobueno), Keeva (Kiowa Mimi Mona), & kittehs Gemma & robthomas. Our beloved angels Faolin & Liath, & kittehs Mona & Caesar. Remembering Bobby, Doc McCoy, & Chip McGrath. "He feeds you, pets you, adores you, collects your poop in a bag. There's only one explanation: you are a hairy little god." Nick Galifinakis Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Bodie Posted May 28, 2007 Share Posted May 28, 2007 What great news! Did he say how long the results will take? The results should be back in two weeks or less. I can't wait to get him started on treatment and get my happy boy back again. Right now he is walking around somewhat tenderly - those stitches in the paw pads are sore - but he will heal and with medication may be running soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest boondog Posted May 28, 2007 Share Posted May 28, 2007 It sounds like everything will turn out great for Bodie. I'm very happy for you!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jackandgrey Posted May 28, 2007 Share Posted May 28, 2007 Quote Susan, Jessie and Jordy NORTHERN SKY GREYHOUND ADOPTION ASSOCIATION Jack, in my heart forever March 1999-Nov 21, 2008 My Dancing Queen Jilly with me always and forever Aug 12, 2003-Oct 15, 2010 Joshy I will love you always Aug 1, 2004-Feb 22,2013 Jonah my sweetheart May 2000 - Jan 2015 " You will never need to be alone again. I promise this. As your dog, I will sing this promise to you, and whisper it to you at night, every night, with my breath." Stanley Coren Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest PhillyPups Posted May 28, 2007 Share Posted May 28, 2007 Awesome news on your vet visit. It gives a lot of hope. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HopeForHounds Posted May 29, 2007 Share Posted May 29, 2007 Great news! The Greyhound Wellness Program is amazing isn't it? Quote Casual Bling & Hope for HoundsJanet & the hounds Maggie and Allen Missing my baby girl Peanut, old soul Jake, quirky Jet, Mama Grandy and my old Diva Miz Foxy; my angel, my inspiration. You all brought so much into my light, and taught me so much about the power of love, you are with me always.If you get the chance to sit it out or dance.......... I hope you dance! Missing our littlest girl. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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