Bevd Posted October 17, 2007 Author Share Posted October 17, 2007 Well. Darcy is home. She walked out of the vets (in a rather ungainly manner but she did walk) and she squeaked a bit as she walked along. Marc has lifted her in and out of the car (obviously). She's now in her bed area and she's not looking too pleased with herself. I'll take a couple of pics in a minute and add them for you to see if you want to but they are not pretty pics. The vet showed us the x-rays and the break was just above the joint - and it was a break which went all the way across. He pointed out the areas of tumour and it was scary really. He said it could have been growing for a while or it could have been there for a few weeks only - we'll never know. A sample has been sent to the lab and when that comes back we may have a better idea of what sort of tumour it was. But it can take up to 2 weeks for those results to come back. If we want to, we can have another chest x-ray done in a couple of months (so we will probably do that just after Christmas rather than just before ) and all we can do now is hope that it was caught before it had time to go elsewhere. Quote Deerhounds Darcy, Duffy, Grace & Wellington, Mutts Sprout & Buddy, Lurchers Ned & Jake plus Ella the Westie + cats. Remembering Del, Jessie, Maddison, Flo, Sally, Stanley, Wallace, Radar, Mokka, Oki cat, Tetley, Poppy & Striker. Please visit our web store at http://www.dogsndubs.com for our own range of Greyhound related clothing for humans! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greylover97 Posted October 17, 2007 Share Posted October 17, 2007 Do you have any more treatment options you can do in combo with amputation? Quote Carolina (R and A Carolina) & Rebel (FA Ready).At the bridge: Kira (Driven by Energy) 7/19/97 - 6/17/04 & Jake (Jumpstart Dude) 9/12/00 - 1/24/15 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bevd Posted October 17, 2007 Author Share Posted October 17, 2007 Pictures are below so skip past if you don't want to see because she's not got any bandage on. Quote Deerhounds Darcy, Duffy, Grace & Wellington, Mutts Sprout & Buddy, Lurchers Ned & Jake plus Ella the Westie + cats. Remembering Del, Jessie, Maddison, Flo, Sally, Stanley, Wallace, Radar, Mokka, Oki cat, Tetley, Poppy & Striker. Please visit our web store at http://www.dogsndubs.com for our own range of Greyhound related clothing for humans! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jackandgrey Posted October 17, 2007 Share Posted October 17, 2007 Oh sweet Darcy. You need many kisses and tummy scratches. 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 KennelMom Posted October 17, 2007 Share Posted October 17, 2007 Sending lots of thoughts and prayers to you and Darcy :hope Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest IndysDad Posted October 17, 2007 Share Posted October 17, 2007 I'm so glad the surgery was sucessful and Darcy is home. She looks like she's doing rather well for what she's been through. Prayers and best wishes from our family to you and yours Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Becki Posted October 17, 2007 Share Posted October 17, 2007 I am glad she is home so quickly. Her bed looks comfy and I am positive she will recover faster with her people. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sirocco_Nikki Posted October 17, 2007 Share Posted October 17, 2007 Her incision looks really good. Starting the 'pain-free-infection-free-fast-healing-while-kicking-cancer-hiney' chant. Quote Drake - Fortified Power x Cajun Oriel Janney - Ronco x Sol Happy Waiting at the bridge: Sirocco - (Reko Sirocco) - Trojan Episode x Reko Princess; Nikki - (MPS Sharai) - Devilish Episode x MPS Daisy Queen;Yukon - (Yak Back) - Epic Prince x Barts Cinnamon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
inugrey Posted October 17, 2007 Share Posted October 17, 2007 Her incision looks really good. Starting the 'pain-free-infection-free-fast-healing-while-kicking-cancer-hiney' chant. I'll join in on that chant. I'm so glad to see that she's home. Quote Colleen with Covey (Admirals Cove) and Rally (greyhound puppy)Missing my beloved boy INU (CJ Whistlindixie) my sweetest princess SALEM (CJ Little Dixie) and my baby girl ZOE (LR's Tara) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
turbotaina Posted October 17, 2007 Share Posted October 17, 2007 Incision looks really good - very minimal bruising. Happy she's home with you now and can begin her recovery. Quote Meredith with Heyokha (HUS Me Teddy) and Crow (Mike Milbury). Missing Turbo (Sendahl Boss), Pancho, JoJo, and "Fat Stacks" Juana, the psycho kitty. Canku wakan kin manipi."Those who can make you believe absurdities can make you commit atrocities." - Voltaire Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FRISBYSMUM Posted October 17, 2007 Share Posted October 17, 2007 I'm so glad she's home and pray for a quick and full recovery Quote Images removed. Combined total must be less than 15k.http://www.greyhound-data.com/d?z=g5WEUl&d=Senahel+Frisby&sex=&color=&birthyear=&birthland= Frisby 08/09/2000-23/04/2013 http://www.greyhound-data.com/d?d=Nikitas+Jim&sex=&color=&birthyear=&birthland= Jimmy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patricia Posted October 17, 2007 Share Posted October 17, 2007 Welcome home wishes and gentle hugs are being sent to your pretty little self sweetie. Bev do you think that they will do chemo for good measure? Sending our many prayers for a swift and comfortable recovery. 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...
Greylover97 Posted October 17, 2007 Share Posted October 17, 2007 (edited) She looks very good. Rest up Darcy you be good as new soon enough. Edited October 17, 2007 by Greylover97 Quote Carolina (R and A Carolina) & Rebel (FA Ready).At the bridge: Kira (Driven by Energy) 7/19/97 - 6/17/04 & Jake (Jumpstart Dude) 9/12/00 - 1/24/15 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest benson Posted October 17, 2007 Share Posted October 17, 2007 I'm happy to see Darcy home. Lots of positive, healing thoughts coming your way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest GiJenn51 Posted October 17, 2007 Share Posted October 17, 2007 Miss Darcy, I hope you heal quickly! Hugs and smooches to you!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greytlucy Posted October 17, 2007 Share Posted October 17, 2007 wishing Darcy an uneventful and quick recovery. Hugs to all of you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nancy14 Posted October 17, 2007 Share Posted October 17, 2007 Bev, she actually looks good. We had an amputation done on our first greyhound (front leg as well) who was much older than Darcy, and she was able to get around just fine. I know it is a blow to you -- and to your poor baby -- but she looks like she's going to be okay. Time is the natural healer. Will be thinking about you. Quote From Wisconsin -- It's Nancy, Bob, Carla, June Bug and our newby Skorch.... along with Buffy. She's the little hound that meows. With loving memorials to K.C., Barko and Major Turn -- all playing at the bridge. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greytlady94 Posted October 17, 2007 Share Posted October 17, 2007 I know she must be so happy to be home. Sending prayers , gentle ear scritches , and puppy kisses to Darcy . And big hugs for you too. Quote Greyhound angels at the bridge- Casey, Charlie, Maggie, Molly, Renie, Lucy & Teddy. Beagle angels Peanut and Charlie. And to all the 4 legged Bridge souls who have touched my heart, thank you. When a greyhound looks into you eyes it seems they touch your very soul. "A dog is the only thing on earth that loves you more then he loves himself". Josh Billings Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xan Posted October 17, 2007 Share Posted October 17, 2007 QUOTE(Sirocco_Nikki @ Oct 17 2007, 11:34 AM) Her incision looks really good. Starting the 'pain-free-infection-free-fast-healing-while-kicking-cancer-hiney' chant. I'll join in on that chant. Me too! 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 October 17, 2007 Share Posted October 17, 2007 Praying for a quick recovery.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meandmy Posted October 17, 2007 Share Posted October 17, 2007 I agree with the others that Darcy looks quite good. Much better than I expected. I hope that is a good omen for things to come. May her recovery be speedy and as painless as possible. I know you must be beside yourself, but you and Marc are wonderful doggie parents and there's no place better that she could be to heal than at home with you. Continued good thoughts for your family... Quote Jenn, missing Shadow (Wickford Big Tom), Pretty Girl (C's Pretty) and Tori (Santoria) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gazehund Posted October 17, 2007 Share Posted October 17, 2007 There you are darling Darcy Deerhound!! She looks pretty darn good Bev! Feel better sweetheart. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patsy Posted October 17, 2007 Share Posted October 17, 2007 Boy, she looks great! Joining in on that chant! Quote Patsy and DH with the Humane Society specials, Linus & Jazz, in North Dakota Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest darlene Posted October 17, 2007 Share Posted October 17, 2007 Wow, what a pup! Guess you're really lucky that leg broke, huh? At least, hopefully, before it had time to spread! Hugs to you, and big hugs and kisses for sweet Darcy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bevd Posted October 17, 2007 Author Share Posted October 17, 2007 We've all had a little sleep and then it was time for The First Garden Trip. Marc did the Darcy bit and I did the 'entertaining the other 10 dogs with one small packet of treats' at the far end of the room. (Jeez). Marc & Darcy made rather woonky progress from her bed, through the dining area and into the conservatory, where the outing was nearly aborted by the fact that Darcy jumped up ontp the settee that she was passing in there : She lay down on it and wasn't for moving Eventually, they got out to the garden, whereupon much standing around took place and nothing else, so they slowly made their way back but Darcy was exhausted so she lay down on the nearest dog bed for a pit stop. There, she had some water and a small amount of food (tinned, recovery diet for tonight). Then she was persuaded back to her bed. She's obviously very tired and very sore. But, she has requested some tummy tickles so thats good. I'll offer her some more food later. Just before we try the garden malarky again PS I'm not sure what else is going to happen because (and I can't beleive I did this) I forgot to ask the vet I was in such a flap, it just never happened. But I am going to phone him tomorrow with my list of questions. I do know Darcy is seeing him on Tuesday of next week for a checkup but obviously, I need to engage brain and speak to him well before then! Quote Deerhounds Darcy, Duffy, Grace & Wellington, Mutts Sprout & Buddy, Lurchers Ned & Jake plus Ella the Westie + cats. Remembering Del, Jessie, Maddison, Flo, Sally, Stanley, Wallace, Radar, Mokka, Oki cat, Tetley, Poppy & Striker. Please visit our web store at http://www.dogsndubs.com for our own range of Greyhound related clothing for humans! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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