Guest jamhuss Posted December 4, 2007 Share Posted December 4, 2007 I don't post here often but I really need some help/advice/opinions. Christoffe, 9 1/2 year old, broke his left rear leg last night. It was right before feeding, no trauma involved, he was just standing with no weight bearing on his leg. I felt and squeezed the bones and muscles, not a whimper. I called the vet to discuss and said it sounded more like a soft tissue injury so I gave him a tramadol to hold him over for the evening and take him to the vet in the morning. He whimpered a few times before bed and still wouldn't bear any weight. I slept next to his bed for the night. Over night his leg swelled some but a little heavy around the knee area. At the vet they took xrays, bone is broken just above the knee. I can't believe he let me squeeze that area as hard as I did without a sound. I feel awful about it now. Vet believes there is indication of OS or some fungal infection. I'm waiting on a radiologist to give his opinion. I'm worried that if its OS and we amputate his other rear leg won't be able to take it. He is already a little arthritic and weak in the back end. We could have surgery to repair but whatever it is could spread and we'll be in the same situation soon. I feel bad for bringing him home with a broken leg but I don't want to rush into any decisions, they could have done the amputation this afternoon. I'm not really sure what I'm looking for here but I need a non-emotional sounding board for things I haven't thought of, other courses of action, etc. I don't know if Dr. Cuoto would look at the xrays but I have them and could email them to him if anyone thinks that would be OK and could provide me with his email address. Thanks in advance for the input. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
turbotaina Posted December 4, 2007 Share Posted December 4, 2007 Do send them to OSU: greyosu@osu.edu :grouphug And hey, don't beat yourself up. You had no idea and didn't do anything different than what anyone else would have done. 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...
Burpdog Posted December 4, 2007 Share Posted December 4, 2007 Hopefully you got some heavy duty pain meds or really increased the tramadol. I understand not wanting to rush into anything, but you really need to make a decision quickly. Try calling OSU and see if someone is available to talk now. They are an hour ahead. Has a specialist read the xrays? If not, get them there right away so they can be read locally. Quote Diane & The Senior Gang Burpdog Biscuits Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest jamhuss Posted December 4, 2007 Share Posted December 4, 2007 I'm waiting on a radiologist, oncologist and OSU to call me. Tramadol was increased to 150mg, added rimadyl. He's resting comfortably next to me on a a very soft bed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burpdog Posted December 4, 2007 Share Posted December 4, 2007 Good. Did they do blood work before starting the rimadyl? You need to make sure his platelets are in good shape for surgery! Quote Diane & The Senior Gang Burpdog Biscuits Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grey14me Posted December 4, 2007 Share Posted December 4, 2007 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...
feemandvm Posted December 4, 2007 Share Posted December 4, 2007 If there was no trauma... then this his a pathologic fracture of some sort (most likely osteo unfortuneately) and the leg will need amputated. Of course wait to hear from OSU but you need to make this decision ASAP. There isn't enough Tramadol and Rimadyl around to overcome the pain of a broken leg! Quote Bill Lady Bella and Sky at the bridge "Until one has loved an animal, a part of one's soul remains unawakened." -Anabele France Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aerosmom Posted December 5, 2007 Share Posted December 5, 2007 Can someone help you evaluate whether he's a good candidate for amputation? Maybe acupuncture could help with the arthritis? What a shock for you and a really difficult time to make a decision. Sending lots of healing prayers to Cristoffe and strength to you. Quote Aero: http://www.greyhound-data.com/d?d=kees+uncatchable; our bridge angel (1/04/02-8/2/07) Snickers; our bridge angel (1/04/02-2/29/08) Cricket; Kanga Roo: oops girl 5/26/07; Doctor Thunder http://www.greyhound-data.com/d?z=P_31Oj&a...&birthland= Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greytlady94 Posted December 5, 2007 Share Posted December 5, 2007 All I will add is I am so sorry this has happened to your Christoffe. Sending prayers for Christoffe . Whatever decision you make will be the right decision for Christoffe, no one knows him as well as you. 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...
Guest WarmheartedPups Posted December 5, 2007 Share Posted December 5, 2007 What a shock for you. Take a deep breath and do what you can...I agree that you need to make a decision quickly. My dog was not a good candidate for amputation....you will be able to put all the pieces together and make a decision right for you and your pup. I am so sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest argolola Posted December 5, 2007 Share Posted December 5, 2007 I will pray for dear Christoffe also. Please keep us posted and God bless. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
galgrey Posted December 5, 2007 Share Posted December 5, 2007 The others have given good advice. I just want to say I'm sorry this is happening and hope for the best possible outcome. 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...
jamngrey Posted December 5, 2007 Share Posted December 5, 2007 hugs and prayers. My snowman has os so i know your pain Quote Cassie: Pikes Clara Bell Swoop: My Man Swoop BRIDGE ANGELS Psi:WD'S Aleford 3/17/00-4/25/10 Snowman: Gable Snowman 1/9/96-2/14/08 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Houndtime Posted December 5, 2007 Share Posted December 5, 2007 I am so sorry this has happened to your dog. Take whatever measures you must to make him comfortable and painfree. I do hate cancer. Quote Irene Ullmann w/Flying Odin and Mama Mia in Lower Delaware Angels Brandy, John E, American Idol, Paul, Fuzzy and Shine Handcrafted Greyhound and Custom Clocks http://www.houndtime.com Zoom Doggies-Racing Coats for Racing Greyhounds Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest jamhuss Posted December 5, 2007 Share Posted December 5, 2007 Please send good thoughts/prayers for Christoffe tomorrow. He will be going through surgery to amputate his leg. After discussions with our vet, local radiologist, surgeon, and OSU we decided this to be the best option. I just hope it gives him relief and he has good quality of life for some time. He seems to want to fight and we will give him every opportunity to do so. I want to give a special thanks to the Dr. Marin of the OSU staff. She was wonderful and quick with information so we could make the decision that was best for Christoffe. Thanks for all the input and good wishes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Tenderhearts Posted December 5, 2007 Share Posted December 5, 2007 Please send good thoughts/prayers for Christoffe tomorrow. He will be going through surgery to amputate his leg. There will be a candle lit here tomorrow for Christoffe! :candle :candle I hope you are able to get some rest tonight, and lots of hugs to you :grouphug Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greytlady94 Posted December 5, 2007 Share Posted December 5, 2007 Sending prayers for Christoffe. 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...
Batmom Posted December 5, 2007 Share Posted December 5, 2007 Will be keeping you and your pupper in my thoughts. 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...
BootsyCollins Posted December 5, 2007 Share Posted December 5, 2007 Many good thoughts and prayers, for Christoffe and for his humans Quote Christie and Bootsy (Turt McGurt and Gil too) Loving and missing Argos & Likky, forever and ever. ~Old age means realizing you will never own all the dogs you wanted to. ~ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
queenwinniesmom Posted December 5, 2007 Share Posted December 5, 2007 I'm so sorry you and your precious boy are having to go through this. I can totally understand how you are feeling. Such a shock to have a sudden break, and then have to deal with osteo too. It's difficult to get your mind around it. But I'm glad you've made a decision. As Dr. Feeman said, there is no pain med strong enough to overcome the pain of a broken leg, or the pain of osteo, the most painful of the cancers. Getting the leg off quickly will spare Christoffe that pain. There are lots of people here who will tell you about their dog's amputations, so please keep us up to date with his recovery, and how he's doing. Circle of Grey is a good place to go for advice as well as support too. Don't second guess your decision---you did the right thing. And try to get some sleep before he comes home! Sending prayers and white light for a successful surgery, and quick recovery. Quote Nancy, Mom to Evangelina and Kiva Missing Lacey, Patsy, Buster, my heart dog Nick, Winnie, Pollyanna, Tess, my precious Lydia, Calvin Lee, my angel butterfly Laila, and kitties Lily, Sam and Simon My Etsy shop: http://www.etsy.com/shop/Catsburgandhoundtown Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HopeForHounds Posted December 5, 2007 Share Posted December 5, 2007 Sending lots of prayers and healing thoughts for Christoffe. I'm so glad you were able to talk to Dr Marin, Lilly is wonderful. Praying your boy will be with you a long time. 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...
Guest LolasMom Posted December 5, 2007 Share Posted December 5, 2007 Many prayers and white lite will be coming to Christoffe in the days to come. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest BellnRell Posted December 5, 2007 Share Posted December 5, 2007 I know how you feel. We are going through an OS amputation right now with Bella. You got the information you needed and acted quickly and are doing the best you can for your boy. We felt the same way...to do what we could to help our beloved grey fight this awful disease. He is so lucky to have people like yourselves in his life to help him during this tough time! Healing thoughts your way for a successful surgery and recovery for Christoffe! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bevd Posted December 5, 2007 Share Posted December 5, 2007 (edited) I understand that shock of a pathologic fracture as this is exactly what happened to Darcy - no trauma, no nothing - just a sudden break (osteo). Thinking good thoughts for Christoffe and for you Edited December 5, 2007 by Bevd 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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