Guest acb74 Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 (edited) I'm taking Bess for x-rays tomorrow and I'm terrified of what they'll reveal. Bess has been limping since New Year's Eve. It's not very bad, and when I first took her to the vet a few weeks ago, she flinched a little when the vet moved her elbow around. Bess is a big-time romper, and she'll often come down on her elbows with her hind end in the air. The vet didn't see any red flags that would prompt her to x-ray Bess, so we started her on rimadyl. Suddenly, Bess became a different dog--so happy and more energetic than we'd ever seen her. The limp improved as well, but we'd still see her favoring her leg at the beginning and end of walks. Once off the rimadyl, she started to limp a little, so we put her back on the meds. Now she's very gimpy and stiff. Of course, the weather here in Ohio has not been cooperating. Front after front has rolled in, and our other grey with arthritis has been a mess, too. Does this sound more like a joint flair-up, or is there a good chance this is OS? I'm so nervous; Bess is only 4. Everything else about her seems normal, and she is baring weight on that leg. I really don't want to post here with another OS casualty. There are too damn many already. Thanks, Alexandra Edited January 31, 2008 by acb74 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Machbragal Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 I get so scared when I hear about limping. I'm keeping her in my prayers. Please let us know how it goes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LadyBailey Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 Since she is younger and sounds fairly active and the weather being cold and crappy - it very well may be just an injury. But it's best to have the xrays - it's going to be whatever is it and it's always best to know as soon as possible so you have more options. Sending prayers for Bess. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest ss556 Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 Sending prayers - hope she is fine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sweetdogs Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 Hope the xrays are clear & that she's just strained something. Let us know how you make out. Quote Deirdre with Conor (Daring Pocobueno), Keeva (Kiowa Mimi Mona), & kittehs Gemma & robthomas. Our beloved angels Faolin & Liath, & kittehs Mona & Caesar. Remembering Bobby, Doc McCoy, & Chip McGrath. "He feeds you, pets you, adores you, collects your poop in a bag. There's only one explanation: you are a hairy little god." Nick Galifinakis Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest HeatherDemps Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 I hope she just overdid it and that everything is fine. I know you are scared- hang in there. Please keep us posted. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patricia Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 Sending my many prayers. I know how worried you are. 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...
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Guest acb74 Posted February 1, 2008 Share Posted February 1, 2008 Well, we're back from the vet and Bess's x-rays were clean; no bone changes, no swelling. The vet thinks that it's a soft tissue injury. We'll continue to watch her, and if the limp persists or worsens, we'll take her again for more x-rays. Right now, she's a happy girl--so pleased to be back home. Thanks for the words of encouragement and the prayers. They were much appreciated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Machbragal Posted February 1, 2008 Share Posted February 1, 2008 This is good news!! Please keep us posted on how she does. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MerlinsMum Posted February 1, 2008 Share Posted February 1, 2008 So glad you didn't get any bad news! Hopefully the vet has it right. These types of injuries can really take quite some time to heal - especially if your girl is so active. I'll be keeping you both in my thoughts. 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...
Guest PinkDog Posted February 2, 2008 Share Posted February 2, 2008 Yay for good news! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Guest LisaLuvsGreys Posted February 2, 2008 Share Posted February 2, 2008 Well, we're back from the vet and Bess's x-rays were clean; no bone changes, no swelling. The vet thinks that it's a soft tissue injury. We'll continue to watch her, and if the limp persists or worsens, we'll take her again for more x-rays. Right now, she's a happy girl--so pleased to be back home. Thanks for the words of encouragement and the prayers. They were much appreciated. I am so glad to hear Bess will be fine. My Flash has the same injury. We went through this a couple of weeks ago! With rest she will be fine soon! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Houndtime Posted February 2, 2008 Share Posted February 2, 2008 Well, we're back from the vet and Bess's x-rays were clean; no bone changes, no swelling. The vet thinks that it's a soft tissue injury. We'll continue to watch her, and if the limp persists or worsens, we'll take her again for more x-rays. Right now, she's a happy girl--so pleased to be back home. Thanks for the words of encouragement and the prayers. They were much appreciated. I am so glad to hear Bess will be fine. My Flash has the same injury. We went through this a couple of weeks ago! With rest she will be fine soon! Glad to read that Bess will be fine. I had the same thing with Paul a few months after we brought him home. I was crying for three days before I brought him to the vet. He was two weeks on deramax and leash walking; no running and has recovered fine. Of course, yesterday he ran into a table and has a bruise the size of Rhode Island on the back of his leg and tush, but doesn't seem to be bothered by it. 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 tarasue Posted February 2, 2008 Share Posted February 2, 2008 Whew! Good news! The limp always gets me worried too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4greyhounds Posted February 2, 2008 Share Posted February 2, 2008 That is great news! But I hope she feels better real soon! Quote Darlene Mom to: Aladdin, Sophie ,Pongo, Jasmine, Relic Forever in our Hearts Champ at the Rainbow Bridge. Let a greyhound race into your heart Adopt Bay Area Greyhound Adoptions INC. Naples/ Fort Myers Chapter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest houndlover Posted February 2, 2008 Share Posted February 2, 2008 That is great news about Bess! Taking your pups to the vet for a limp has got to be one of the most gut wrenching things that I have ever had to do so I know how worried you must have been. I'm sure that she will be back to normal in no time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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