Guest HipToBeDog Posted November 9, 2007 Share Posted November 9, 2007 So glad he's doing better You guys are awesome!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest hazelhedge Posted November 9, 2007 Share Posted November 9, 2007 So glad to hear Brody is doing better. He sure looks happy at your place in the pictures - even with all his boo-boos. He must know he's getting the star treatment now Vicki Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest LolasMom Posted November 9, 2007 Share Posted November 9, 2007 Thinking about you sweet Brody Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest argolola Posted November 9, 2007 Share Posted November 9, 2007 Has anyone arranged to send him PJs yet? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest VelvetEars Posted November 9, 2007 Share Posted November 9, 2007 (edited) I would also suggest treating his owies with lavender essential oil. The easiest way is to get a small spray bottle, put distilled water in, and add about 5-10 d per ounce of water. You can spritz his booboos with it. Lavender is a natural antibiotic/antifungal/anti-inflammatory/analgesic/antimicrobial/antiseptic. If he has bad booboos, you can put a drop directly on them - use a Qtip if needed. It doesn't sting or burn, and if he licks it, it's fine. No harm done. My kids even request it for their mosquito bites because they stop itching and heal faster and doesn't hurt when I apply it. Edited to add - the stress-relieving properties will also help relax and calm him, and if anything is stress-induced or exacerbated by stress, it will help clear it up. Edited November 9, 2007 by VelvetEars Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest LadyChester Posted November 9, 2007 Share Posted November 9, 2007 If it hasn't already been done, I can send pjs and a coat ... gently used. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest BoomerMom Posted November 9, 2007 Share Posted November 9, 2007 I would also suggest treating his owies with lavender essential oil. The easiest way is to get a small spray bottle, put distilled water in, and add about 5-10 d per ounce of water. You can spritz his booboos with it. Lavender is a natural antibiotic/antifungal/anti-inflammatory/analgesic/antimicrobial/antiseptic. If he has bad booboos, you can put a drop directly on them - use a Qtip if needed. It doesn't sting or burn, and if he licks it, it's fine. No harm done. My kids even request it for their mosquito bites because they stop itching and heal faster and doesn't hurt when I apply it. Edited to add - the stress-relieving properties will also help relax and calm him, and if anything is stress-induced or exacerbated by stress, it will help clear it up. Thank you so much for the advice. I hadn't thought about using essential oils on him. Spraying it on would solve the problem of trying to get his body coated with lotion/salve and then keeping him from licking it off while it soaks in. I'll go by Whole Foods at lunch and pick some up. If it hasn't already been done, I can send pjs and a coat ... gently used. Brody and I would really appreciate it! I'll PM you the address. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remolacha Posted November 9, 2007 Share Posted November 9, 2007 I've been reading the updates but haven't had time to reply (work ). Anyway, I wanted to second the recommendation for colostrum. I can't help with dosage, I gave it to my CRF cat and it really helped his appetite, helped him retain weight, and boosted his immune system. I sprinkled it on his food and he seemed to really like the taste (remember, this was a CAT ) Glad to hear he finally got a bath, I'm sure it made him feel much better Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest VelvetEars Posted November 9, 2007 Share Posted November 9, 2007 The other thing you can do for larger areas is mix Lavender with aloe vera gel and apply it directly to the area. I did that with my Janey when she was post-stroke and still very unsteady and constantly scraping herself. She wouldn't lick it, and it worked wonders keeping her booboos protected and helping them heal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest BoomerMom Posted November 10, 2007 Share Posted November 10, 2007 Just a couple of pics 'cause he is looking cute! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Batmom Posted November 10, 2007 Share Posted November 10, 2007 What a doll. Give him a scritch for me, will you? 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 November 10, 2007 Share Posted November 10, 2007 Poor guy! Transfer Factor shipped I hope it is there quick. Are the bumps blind now? No new ones coming up? Quote Diane & The Senior Gang Burpdog Biscuits Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Tenderhearts Posted November 10, 2007 Share Posted November 10, 2007 He has the softest expression to his face :wub: :wub: Continuing to keep that precious boy in our prayers here, and thank you so much for the new pictures :hope :hope Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lovinggreysslp Posted November 10, 2007 Share Posted November 10, 2007 He is a handsome brindle boy! Keeping him in my prayers. 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 HappyHarleysMom Posted November 10, 2007 Share Posted November 10, 2007 Brody, you are going to get well, feel like brand new, and be so loved and spoiled! doG bless your angels watching over you and taking care of you. Life is gonna be ROOOOWonderful! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest trevdog Posted November 10, 2007 Share Posted November 10, 2007 Poor little guy! He looks like he's had it rough but has the sweetest face! I hope his sores heal up well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest charmsmom Posted November 10, 2007 Share Posted November 10, 2007 Oh my goodness! He looks SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO much better than he did in those first pictures!!! He's going to be a handsome boy once he heals up completely! No advice....just wanted to say that! WOW! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest kaotic1 Posted November 10, 2007 Share Posted November 10, 2007 Way to go Brody!!! a virtual kiss for ya!! Keep up the healing boy!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest LolasMom Posted November 11, 2007 Share Posted November 11, 2007 Thinking of you tonight sweetheart and saying a prayer that you keep getting better and better. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest LindsaySF Posted November 11, 2007 Share Posted November 11, 2007 I missed the story on this guy, but I'm sending prayers for a full recovery! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nyGreys Posted November 11, 2007 Share Posted November 11, 2007 Poor baby. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest hannahmom Posted November 11, 2007 Share Posted November 11, 2007 He is indeed looking cute for Brody Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest BoomerMom Posted November 11, 2007 Share Posted November 11, 2007 Poor guy! Transfer Factor shipped I hope it is there quick. Are the bumps blind now? No new ones coming up? Thanks Diane! Some places look better and some look worse. His chest and tummy are clearing up, but his shoulders and rear seem the same. I think it's because he can scratch/lick/bite those areas and it's keeping them irritated. I did the lavender oil last night and I think it helped some. It definitely made him smell better. As you can imagine, he is not really "fresh" smelling. He seems to be glad that Boomerang and Seth are back. I don't think he knew exactly what to do with himself after Carter left and it was just the two of us for a couple of days. Wizard, the broken leg grey that I was supposed to pick up on Thursday, isn't doing very well. He had surgery on Wednesday but the orthopedic vet determined that the leg could not be saved. In addition to two major fractures, his ankle was shattered. The amputation surgery was Friday and the plan was for me to pick him up tomorrow, but he is not eating so they want to keep him another day. Keep him in your thoughts as well. If there is anyone in the North Texas area that has been thinking about fostering, now would be a great time. Several of the greys that are kept in boarding kennels are being temporarily kicked out for Thanksgiving and there are now a total of 19 hounds on GALT's Injured Reserve list. Even a 10 day foster over the holiday week would help out. Thanks for caring! Kelly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest greytmonty Posted November 11, 2007 Share Posted November 11, 2007 Not able to help with fostering from here in Philly but just saying thank you for taking such beautiful care of Brody and the other pups. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest VaGreymom Posted November 12, 2007 Share Posted November 12, 2007 Brody is a handsome little guy. He is looking so much better. Keeping both boys in my thoughts and prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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