Guest Jamie Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 I thought it was time to start a new thread on Harley. He's slowly getting better but still a long road left to go, he no longer needs a tear to describe what's going on. Durning yesturdays visit Dr. Pam tells me she's thinking Harley should be able to go home today or tomorrow. She wanted him on IV's for one or two more days to help flush his system. While there I asked if they had gotten his histopath report back. They just got it that morning and it's what we believed...osteosarcoma. He will be started on chemo in a few weeks after he gets a bit better. I called to check on Harley this morning. They said his face is more swollen, on the nose and his eyes are puffy. All of his CBC counts are still slowly going up. He also scarfed down some scrambled eggs Cindy brought up and some turkey for breakfast. Finally the news I been waiting for...he can come home. I transfered the foster over to a new foster home and went to get my baby boy. When I got there they were finishing up filling his prescriptions I gave Willy a kiss (birdie) and checked on Harley then I ran next door and got some high fat no wheat treats, it's not fair Lilandra gets treats and not Harley. I head back over and talk with Dr. Pam about his condition, what to look for, tips to get him better, and how to move him around. They put a lead on him and he got up on his own. He headed strait for the front door and wasn't looking back,lol. I gave Dr. Pam a huge hug and thanked her for everything. Amy and I get him in the car, I thanked her and was on my way home. He's on 4 meds possibly 5 if he needs it... Denosyl (for liver), Mirtazapine (for liver), Baytril (antibiotic), Metronidazole (antibiotic), and Tramadol for pain if he needs it. Dr. Pam is hoping that all of the swelling goes down on it's own. She's suggest if it doesn't we can use a steroid to help, but she doesn't want to tax his liver any more than what it is. His liver is already dealing with all those toxins, we don't want to add any more issues. If at anytime we think he's getting worse we are not to hesitate to get him back up there. I get home he gets strait out of the car no help from me, he didn't want it. I try to get him to go to the front steps, he doesn't want to go. Instead he takes me to the back yard and precedes to go pee in his normal spot, then takes me to his normal spot to poo. I was so proud of him, I'm sure they heard me praising him down the street,lol. We head back to the front of the house with rest breaks inbetween. By time we got to the front yard I could tell he was exhausted and cold (it's 20 degrees or lower) so I carried him the rest of the way and up the front steps and into the house. He walked to his new twin mattress covered with a comforter and layed down. I got him a bowl of water he drank about half and layed down for a nap. It's been a few hours and he really hasn't moved much, but this was a busy day for him. I cooked him some scrambled eggs and so far he has refused them. I'm hoping when my boyfriend gets home from work and his mother and step father come over in about 1 hour he will eat then. I can't thank everyone enough for the well wishes and prayers throughout this week, it means a lot to James and me. I also can't thank all the wonderful people at Rescued Racers for helping me through this very hard situation! I'll say it again I truely think Cindy from Rescued Racers is Harley's gaurdian angel, she has helped him and me so much! I also owe Dr. Couto a great big thank you for saving Harley!!! Here's some recent pics of Harley from today. He's laying on his new full sized bed. Closer view of his face and arms, his poor little cute face, he doesn't look like a grey in the face. A close look at his amputation site. I can't believe how good this looks and how bad the rest of him is. Thanks again, and I'll keep you guys update as he continues to get better. Jamie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MerlinsMum Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 Thanks for the update... what a beautiful brave boy! I'll continue to keep you and Harley in my thoughts - sending hugs and wishes for a speedy post-op recovery... :grouphug Quote Kerry with Lupin in beautiful coastal Maine. Missing Pippin, my best friend and sweet little heart-healer 2013-2023 Also missing the best wizard in the world, Merlin, and my sweet 80lb limpet, Sagan, every single day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greytlady94 Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 Bless his heart. Sending gentle ear scritches to Harley and prayers for a good recovery. 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...
Devotion Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 Big gentle hugs to Harley. Poor sweet thing. He looks like he is resting peacefully. Keep us updated on him please. What a trooper!!!! 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 Snowy8 Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 I tried to PM you...you don't have enough post.... Forgive me for not posting a lot on Harley...I just lost a grey to cancer about 3 1/2 weeks ago & its still very difficult for me. I've been reading your post daily & keeping you all in my prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Tenderhearts Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 Prayers and white light for Harley! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jamngrey Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 glad your boy is home. Hope he recovers quickly 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...
patricia Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 Adding my prayers and white light. 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...
Guest LolasMom Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 Sending my prayers and well wishes for your precious boy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iluvgreys Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 What a dear boy he is... and so very brave. Quote Jeanne with Remington & Scooter the cat....and Beloved Bridge Angels Sandee, Shari, Wells, Derby, Phoenix, Jerry Lee and Finnian.....If tears could build a stairway, and memories a lane, I'd walk right up to heavenand bring you home again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bevd Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 Continued good thoughts for Harley 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...
Burpdog Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 Sending prayers! Email me your address - Burpdog@msn.com Quote Diane & The Senior Gang Burpdog Biscuits Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neighsayer Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 So glad to hear he is home. Hope he continues to improve. Thanks for the update. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest laceyj Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 So glad Harley's home! Sending continued prayers for a speedy recovery. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest vahoundlover Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 YAY!! He's home!! Harley has been such a trooper, I bet he starts feeling much better now that he's home. Continued prayers and healing thoughts coming your way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lovinggreysslp Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 I'm so glad that Harley is home now. I will keep 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...
SIGreyLady Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 Keeping Harley and you in my prayers. Now that he is home again, I'm sure he'll improve quickly with his family around him. Quote Mimi- mom to Burdette (KB's Burdette), Sophie (LL's Stupid Is) and bridge babies Kelsey (Kelso's Logo), Sterling (Cold B Tiger), Fritz, Tasha, Chloe and Molly Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest whatahound Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 Sending prayers and healing thoughts to your boy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kikibean Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 Yea Harley!!! He's such a fighter It was funny, on Monday we were there and he ate the scrambled eggs Cindy brought him. There's a Mexican restaurant across the strip center from the vet that's owned by this really mean lady, who's luckily a dog lover. So, we went over and asked her if she could scramble him some more eggs. She did it and didn't even charge us for them!!! Greyhounds make even mean people nice Quote Wingnut (DC Wingnut), Voo Doo (Voo Doo von Bonz), Barb (Myokie Barb) & Romey (Nose Stradamus)at the bridge Molly (CM Blondie) 9/8/14, Maddy (Reuniting) 10/17/13, Rocky (Ranco Popeye) 1/7/12, Mimi (Flying Ringneck) 8/13/09 and RJ (RJ What For) 5/3/05 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest sassichari Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 Sending prayers from me and my houndies. He is a beautiful boy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Jamie Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 I'm heading off to work but wanted to update a bit...Thank you again everyone! Harley still hasn't eaten yet. I've got in touch with Dr. Couto and my vet is going to fax over his latest blood work to see if he can help. Until then my boyfriend has to take Harley back to the vet to get hooked up on an IV again and do some more blood work. I'll let you know how today goes after I get off work. Jamie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest ss556 Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 sending prayers for a painless and speedy recovery. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest HeatherDemps Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 He looks great in those pictures! It's amazing how quickly they start to look better. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nyGreys Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 Poor baby. Give him lots of kisses from me. :kiss2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest MorganKonaAlex Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 Morgan did that to me too. I resorted to a day or so of forced feeding to get his system going. I found instructions from Dr. Stack and used refrigerated I/D. It wasn't that hard. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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