Guest kristijewell Posted June 12, 2007 Share Posted June 12, 2007 poor baby in his cabana bed...give him a hug for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xan Posted June 12, 2007 Share Posted June 12, 2007 Moral of story: be a very good actor and actress and be happy when he moves, never mind gets up, even if it kills you. They really do need do "happy stuff", as some have mentioned. It's hard to do, but it's really necessary. Your story really touched me. They are so very sensitive to our feelings. Thank you so much for sharing that, smiling through your tears, and giving your fellow 4 more wonderful years Ditto!! Good to see Alan in his outdoor bed! Must be so nice for him; fresh air, birdies to watch, comfy in the shade ... aaahhhh!! I see you have one of those halters you can help lift him with. Good one! Give that boy a smile and a skritch from me ( and a little nuzzle from Wabi .. well, probably more like a sharp nudge and a bark to get him to ........ Sorry, Pogo and Wabi interrupted me with some spotty dog silliness! ..... play with her!! ) 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...
Guest trevdog Posted June 12, 2007 Share Posted June 12, 2007 Hang in there; hoping the hydrotherapy helps him. It's hard to be postive but you have to do it for him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lovinggreysslp Posted June 12, 2007 Share Posted June 12, 2007 Sending lots of prayers and positive thoughts for Alan. Quote Cosmo (Fuzz Face Cosmos), Holmes (He's a Dream), Boomer (USS Baby Boomer), Ella and missing our angels Clay (Red Clay), Train (Nite Train), Trip (Bock's Teddy Bear),Larry (Bohemian Frigid) and Jimmy (Bohemian Raw) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest greyhound_bug Posted June 12, 2007 Share Posted June 12, 2007 OMG Suzie! I just saw this now. I'm so sorry that you're having to go thru this. Sending many hugs and prayers to you, Brian and especially Alan. If you need anything, just email or PM me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest GiJenn51 Posted June 12, 2007 Share Posted June 12, 2007 I think of you often throughout every day. I am praying so very hard for you and Alan. :hope Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest GiJenn51 Posted June 12, 2007 Share Posted June 12, 2007 You know I replied without looking at the post on pg 13... They are sooo right. You need to hold parties every single time. Tigger was very depressed, and I would hold a party for just standing. He seemed to enjoy it. It was hard to do since I was fighting back tears, but it could only help him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest shanesmom Posted June 13, 2007 Share Posted June 13, 2007 I was just thinking about Alan. I haven't seen you update in the other message board in a while. You are still in my prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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greytdecals Posted June 13, 2007 Author Share Posted June 13, 2007 Thank you all for being so kind, keeping my boy in your thoughts and prayers! Alan still has no use of his left hind leg he is managing to get around with it but it just gets in his way. I call it his "anchor" because when he loses his balance his hind end twists around to the left and bam, he falls with his left leg pulling him down acting like an anchor. He has a very bad wound on his hip bone/butt bone? from falling. He is very skinny and depressed but there are some things to be happy about: 1. His balance is getting good, he can poop and pee on his own without us standing over him to hold him up, altho sometimes his left foot gets in the way and he poops on it 2. He still feels deep pain in the leg. 3. I left him outside in the backyard today and when I went to check on him I found him digging in his favorite spot! He loves digging so this shows me that he is beginning to do the things he enjoyed doing before his injury. Bad things: 1. if there is no movement in the paralyzed limb 2-3 weeks post injury chances are good that he will never regain use of the leg! We are now 2 weeks out... 2. he refuses to eat most of his food...only eats a couple of bites then turns his nose up at it. he can't afford to keep losing weight...he has lost about 15 pounds in 2 weeks and that's really bad! 3. He may have a urine/bladder infection...we have to get his urine tested asap. 4. he has not barked once since this happened and he is usually very alert and vocal, especially at strangers walking by the house and other animals. 5. Maggie misses her squirrel and bunny and bird chasing buddy I took a few photos and a couple of videos yesterday here is the picture of his wound from falling...I feel horrible because if you're not there to catch him he falls on it and opens it up again! My Mom and I are making a cushion we can strap to his hiney to protect this area (he's really gonna love me then) His first hydro-therapy appointment is tonight... Quote Suzie Collins Owner/Artist Skinny Hound Designs Greyhound decals, magnets and signs. Fur kids: Isabelle and Petey Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest ohgreyt Posted June 13, 2007 Share Posted June 13, 2007 Poor Alan....hoping and praying he will get well and be able to use his leg.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Kipsmom Posted June 13, 2007 Share Posted June 13, 2007 OH Alan!!!!!! :hope Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xan Posted June 13, 2007 Share Posted June 13, 2007 Suzie, that looks GREAT!! I know you're really close and it's hard maybe to see it as progress, but he's getting around pretty darn well! That's a lot like what Wabi looks like. In fact, is he pegging along using the funky leg as a support? It kinda looks like that. Wabi does do that with her goofy leg. Sometimes it's her "kickstand", as someone here put it (who was that?? :blink ) The owey on his hip looks painful, though, no doubt! I can hardly wait to see the cushion you two come up with! That should be interesting! Continued thoughts and hugs from over here... 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...
sweetdogs Posted June 13, 2007 Share Posted June 13, 2007 Suzie, I honestly think Alan looks much better in these videos than he did in the first ones & the fact that you have a list of good things should feel very encouraging (digging ). I can only imagine how hard it is to see him like this but hold on to those positives! I hope the hydro-therapy helps his wound as well and that it will be a source of hope for all of you. 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 tammymacb Posted June 13, 2007 Share Posted June 13, 2007 Thinking of you and your boy. I hope his butt gets better soon, that looks like it hurts! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest trevdog Posted June 13, 2007 Share Posted June 13, 2007 Poor guy.....will he eat people food? Maybe that's what he needs. Perhaps some ensure? Sending more healing thoughts...... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
packmom Posted June 13, 2007 Share Posted June 13, 2007 He really does look much better. I worry about his poor foot, though. He needs a boot to protect his toes? I think he looks more alert and confident. As for food, when someone here goes off food I give them kind from Natures Balance. It looks like a salami and is usually hanging on a display tree at the pet store. It is usually eaten right up! You need a good heavy knife to chop it up to bite size. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreyPoopon Posted June 13, 2007 Share Posted June 13, 2007 His balance is much better. I hope he starts to use the leg, or at least to enjoy food and other pleasures. Quote Standard Poodle Daisy (12/13) Missing Cora (RL Nevada 5/99-10/09), Piper (Cee Bar Easy 2/99-1/10), Tally (Thunder La La 9/99-3/10), Edie (Daring Reva 9/99-10/12), Dixie (Kiowa Secret Sue 11/01-1/13), Jessie (P's Real Time 11/98-3/13), token boy Graham (Zydeco Dancer 9/00-5/13), Cal (Back Already 12/99-11/13), Betsy (Back Kick Beth 11/98-12/13), Standard Poodles Minnie (1/99-1/14) + Perry (9/98-2/14), Annie (Do Marcia 9/03-10/14), Pink (Miss Pinky Baker 1/02-6/15), Poppy (Cmon Err Not 8/05-1/16), Kat (Jax Candy 5/05-5/17), Ivy (Jax Isis 10/07-7/21), Hildy (Braska Hildy 7/10-12/22), Opal (Jax Opal 7/08-4/23). Toodles (BL Toodles 7/09-4/24) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
galgrey Posted June 13, 2007 Share Posted June 13, 2007 Sending you and Alan lots of healing thoughts and prayers. Quote Cynthia, & Cristiano, galgoAlways in my heart: Frostman Newdawn Frost, Keno Jet Action & Chloe (NGA racing name unknown), Irys (galgo), Hannah (weim), Cruz (galgo), & Carly CW Your Charming Princess http://www.greyhound-data.com/d?i=1018857 "It came to me that every time I lose a dog they take a piece of my heart with them. And every new dog who comes into my life, gifts me with a piece of their heart. If I live long enough, all the components of my heart will be dog, and I will become as generous and loving as they are." -- Unknown Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greytdecals Posted June 13, 2007 Author Share Posted June 13, 2007 He really does look much better. I worry about his poor foot, though. He needs a boot to protect his toes? I think he looks more alert and confident. As for food, when someone here goes off food I give them kind from Natures Balance. It looks like a salami and is usually hanging on a display tree at the pet store. It is usually eaten right up! You need a good heavy knife to chop it up to bite size. He has a boot on in the video...it might be hard to see it tho He will eat the life saving meatballs that Brian makes for him and sometimes he eats his canned I/D. Good idea on the Natures Balance, might have to try it! Quote Suzie Collins Owner/Artist Skinny Hound Designs Greyhound decals, magnets and signs. Fur kids: Isabelle and Petey Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grey14me Posted June 13, 2007 Share Posted June 13, 2007 he really does look so much better, Suzie! I totally agree with what Xan says...and the word kickstand came to mind for me as well can he get on his new cabana bed by himself? Quote Michelle...forever missing her girls, Holly 5/22/99-9/13/10 and Bailey 8/1/93-7/11/05 Religion is the smile on a dog...Edie Brickell Wag more, bark less :-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neighsayer Posted June 13, 2007 Share Posted June 13, 2007 He looks soooo much better in today's video. He moves faster and with a sense of purpose....he doesn't look confused anymore. Maybe more confident? Hope he starts eating again. Keep trying different goodies. Good luck! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest greytfulhounds Posted June 13, 2007 Share Posted June 13, 2007 We are continuing to keep Alan in our prayers. He really does look like he is getting around well considering all he has been through. Something you might want to look into...........we have used active manuka honey on wounds with great results and it might be something that would help the wound on his hip. The web address is Manuka Honey USA Keep up the good work Alan........the greytfulhounds are cheering for you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest MorganKonaAlex Posted June 13, 2007 Share Posted June 13, 2007 I think he's looking great too. He's learning to get around as a tripod, but the anchor is getting in his way. Have you tried to sling it up? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Devotion Posted June 13, 2007 Share Posted June 13, 2007 love, hugs and lots of prayers! Quote Pam with greys Avril, Dalton & Zeus & Diddy the dachshund & Miss Buzz the kitty Devotion, Jingle Bells, Rocky, Hans, Harbor, Lennon, NoLa, Scooter, Naomi and Scout at the bridge Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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