DustysMom Posted June 5, 2007 Share Posted June 5, 2007 Dusty is going in tomorrow to have his toe amputated. Besides having a large, deep corn that hasn't responded to treatment, there seems to be a problem with the joint also. Four years ago he and Beth were chasing each other around the dining room table and the only thing we can figure out is that he got his toe (same toe) caught on the back of a chair leg. He severed a tendon and artery and spent the summer in a splint. It's a good thing we were home and heard the "yip". He probably would have bled to death judging by the amount of blood pouring out I know it's not a "biggy" compared with what so many GTers are facing but if you could, a little prayer tomorrow would be helpful. I'm so nervous I feel like Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HopeForHounds Posted June 5, 2007 Share Posted June 5, 2007 You have ours. Foxy says not to worry who needs a hurting old toe anyway. She's missing one on her front left foot. 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...
macoduck Posted June 5, 2007 Share Posted June 5, 2007 Thinking good thoughts for Dusty and you tomorrow. Quote Freshy (Droopys Fresh), NoAh the podenco orito, Rita the podenco maneta, Howie the portuguese podengo maneto Angels: Lila, the podenco, Mr X aka Denali, Lulu the podenco andaluz, Hada the podenco maneta, Georgie Girl (UMR Cordella), Charlie the iggy, Mazy (CBR Crazy Girl), Potato, my mystery ibizan girl, Allen (M's Pretty Boy), Percy (Fast But True), Mikey (Doray's Patuti), Pudge le mutt, Tessa the iggy, Possum (Apostle), Gracie (Dusty Lady), Harold (Slatex Harold), "Cousin" Simon our step-iggy, Little Dude the iggy ,Bandit (Bb Blue Jay), Niña the galgo, Wally (Allen Hogg), Thane (Pog Mo Thoine), Oliver (JJ Special Agent), Comet, & Rosie our original mutt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Mom2Gr8dawgs Posted June 5, 2007 Share Posted June 5, 2007 Lots of good thoughts are being sent our to you and Dusty! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest sbgreymom Posted June 5, 2007 Share Posted June 5, 2007 Beck has toe problems, though not to that extent... we're sending good thoughts and healing prayers your way! Let us know how Dusty does Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest KyGrey Posted June 5, 2007 Share Posted June 5, 2007 Sending prayers for a quick recovery. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Batmom Posted June 5, 2007 Share Posted June 5, 2007 Sending prayers and hopes for quick, easy healing. 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...
Remolacha Posted June 5, 2007 Share Posted June 5, 2007 for a quick and easy surgery and recovery Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest argolola Posted June 5, 2007 Share Posted June 5, 2007 I just put Dusty on my prayer list. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nyGreys Posted June 5, 2007 Share Posted June 5, 2007 Sending lots of prayers & good thoughts for Dusty. :hope Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gazehund Posted June 5, 2007 Share Posted June 5, 2007 Prayers and healing thoughts for Dusty today. Please let us know when you have him home safe and sound. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Devotion Posted June 5, 2007 Share Posted June 5, 2007 prayers for Dusty. and anything that is going on with our greys is a big deal. it's stressful because we love them so much. hugs for you too. 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...
Guest ss556 Posted June 5, 2007 Share Posted June 5, 2007 Sending prayers & good thoughts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heartdogs Posted June 5, 2007 Share Posted June 5, 2007 Extreme says to tell Dusty it's no big deal & the foot will feel so much better afterwards. Extreme had a toe amputated up tp the first joint and after it healed he doesn't even notice it's going. We'll be thinking good thoughts foryou tomorrow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest bowiebears Posted June 5, 2007 Share Posted June 5, 2007 prayers and good thoughts for Dusty and his humans! --Isaac Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest meandmygreys Posted June 5, 2007 Share Posted June 5, 2007 He'll miss that toe about as much as you'd miss a tooth ache...nasty ol' corn goes with it too... Hope everything goes O.K. for him. Hugs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Tenderhearts Posted June 5, 2007 Share Posted June 5, 2007 Checking for an update! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DustysMom Posted June 5, 2007 Author Share Posted June 5, 2007 He's out of surgery and the vet says it was a "routine" toe amputation. He should be coming home tomorrow. Question - Dusty never leaves any boo-boo or bandage alone. Makes a disaster out of every little thing with his licking and bandage biting . He can't wear an E collar. Had one on once and went completely bonkers. I have a Bite-Not collar but that won't prevent him from getting his front foot. Other than his muzzle, does anyone have any suggestions how to keep him from bothering his foot? Thanks for your prayers. Can't wait to get him home. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RaineysMom Posted June 5, 2007 Share Posted June 5, 2007 no help on the bandage licking but glad he came through fine! :) Quote Kim and Bruce - with Rick (Rick Roufus 6/30/16) and missing my sweet greyhound Angels Rainey (LG's Rainey 10/4/2000 - 3/8/2011), Anubis (RJ's Saint Nick 12/25/2001 - 9/12/12) and Zeke (Hey Who Whiz It 4/6/2009 - 7/20/2020) and Larry (PTL Laroach 2/24/2007 - 8/2/2020) -- and Chester (Lab) (8/31/1990 - 5/3/2005), Captain (Schipperke) (10/12/1992 - 6/13/2005) and Remy (GSP) (?/?/1998 - 1/6/2005) at the bridge"Always do sober what you said you'd do drunk. That will teach you to keep your mouth shut." -- Ernest Hemmingway Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patricia Posted June 6, 2007 Share Posted June 6, 2007 Sending many prayers. Quote Patti-Mommy of Lady Sophia 7-28-92 - 8-3-04... LaceyLaine 8-2-94-12-5-07... Flash Gordon 7-14-99 - 8-29-09... BrookLynne...Pavé Maria... and 18 Bridge Kids. WATCHING OVER US~SOPHIA~QUEENIE~LACEY LAINE~ CODY ANGELO~FLASH GORDON. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Devotion Posted June 6, 2007 Share Posted June 6, 2007 no advice but 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...
Remolacha Posted June 6, 2007 Share Posted June 6, 2007 Glad to hear the surgery was "routine", routine is good Sugar is a worrier with her owies, the only thing that discouraged her was EMT gel. Don't know if that would work on top of a bandage tho. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jackandgrey Posted June 6, 2007 Share Posted June 6, 2007 How's he doing today? 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 EmbersDad Posted June 6, 2007 Share Posted June 6, 2007 glad to hear your pupper is on the mend. as for a suggestion, how about a bootie of some sort? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DustysMom Posted June 7, 2007 Author Share Posted June 7, 2007 Couldn't figure out how to add to my original post so... I am totally amazed. Just picked Dusty up from the vets. Yesterday the vet said that it's pretty common for toe amputees to hold that foot up for a few days. He is walking on his foot. Actually he is limping but certainly not any worse than he was before the surgery and maybe even a little less. He walked up the ramp into the SUV same as always. So far, no licking. I am SO pleasantly surprised by all of this. Thanks everyone for your prayers. GT prayers worked yet again! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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