Guest RooRoo Posted February 7, 2008 Share Posted February 7, 2008 I took Rizzo in for pre-op blood work before his dental that is scheduled in a few weeks. While listening to his heart the Doctor detected a murmur.... I know it's probably not a big deal but then as she is doing her physical exam of his body, head to toe, she felt a lump in his rear left leg. Ok, again I am not panicking but she did say it feels deep, is not moving and is not on the skin levels. So I'm just coming here for some great GT support that everything will be ok with my Rizzo. It was just that I wasn't expecting any "issues". So now echo and surgery So game plan is.... echocardiogram in 2 weeks, if his heart is ok (and blood work too), he will go under to get the lump removed and clean his choppers too. Thanks in advance guys for the support this month as we get to the bottom of it. We love him to pieces! Here he is, all 57 lbs. of him (photo courtesy of Praveen Mutalik) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aerosmom Posted February 7, 2008 Share Posted February 7, 2008 Sending good thoughts to your sweet Rizzo. He is adorable. 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...
gazehund Posted February 7, 2008 Share Posted February 7, 2008 What a sweet faced baby boy! How old is Rizzo? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burpdog Posted February 7, 2008 Share Posted February 7, 2008 He could have one of those murmurs that are here today, gone tomorrow, here today..... I assume this vet is used to listening to greyhound hearts? Sending prayers! Quote Diane & The Senior Gang Burpdog Biscuits Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest jettcricket Posted February 7, 2008 Share Posted February 7, 2008 What a doll boy...he's a little guy, huh? Sending prayers that everything will be ok! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest gretzky Posted February 7, 2008 Share Posted February 7, 2008 Many good thoughts and prayers coming your way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaliforniaGreys Posted February 7, 2008 Share Posted February 7, 2008 Many prayers coming from the West Coast....what a face....and such expression. He's one handsome boy Quote Missing my little Misty who took a huge piece of my heart with her on 5/2/09, and Ekko, on 6/28/12 For the sick, the lost, and the homeless Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Carla Posted February 7, 2008 Share Posted February 7, 2008 Sending prayers for Rizzo! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest ss556 Posted February 7, 2008 Share Posted February 7, 2008 Hoping for the best - he is such a cutie! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest RooRoo Posted February 7, 2008 Share Posted February 7, 2008 What a sweet faced baby boy! How old is Rizzo? He could have one of those murmurs that are here today, gone tomorrow, here today..... I assume this vet is used to listening to greyhound hearts? Sending prayers! Rizzo is 8 1/2 years old. He looks and acts much younger The first Doctor listened and listened and thought she heard something. She explained to me about the heart in general, greyhound hearts being larger and that sometimes they just get a little floppy (my words not hers!), blah blah... I was starting to get woozy. She said if it's anything it is probably minor and/or could go away. To be sure she heard correctly, she called in the greyhound guru Doctor and he agreed. And Dr. W would be the one doing the procedures. He sees many greys in the practice and is well respected. That's something I can feel confident about thank goodness. Thanks everyone for your messages Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patricia Posted February 7, 2008 Share Posted February 7, 2008 Awwww....what a precious little man. Sending my many prayers and gentle hugs. 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...
4greyhounds Posted February 7, 2008 Share Posted February 7, 2008 Sending all good thoughts and prayers for great results!!!!! 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...
Patsy Posted February 7, 2008 Share Posted February 7, 2008 He'll be in on the ND candle starting tonight--and what a gorgeous hound! 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 mhall Posted February 7, 2008 Share Posted February 7, 2008 Oh no! Sending good thoughts from Tarmac, Will and I that there is nothing serious going on. We want you happy and healthy so we can see you on TBH hikes Rizzo! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
riverbosun Posted February 7, 2008 Share Posted February 7, 2008 Maria, Klem and Cavalier (Mom's first GH) had/have murmers. In these two cases and likely Rizzos' if it's so faint it's not going to be a big deal. Keep us posted on both issues. Quote Barbara Majestic and Ranger "If you want to hear the patter of little feet I'll put shoes on my dogs." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest mightyquinn Posted February 7, 2008 Share Posted February 7, 2008 Fingers crossed for Rizzo! Beth, Quinn, Nuala Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Snowy8 Posted February 7, 2008 Share Posted February 7, 2008 Oh he's so dang cute....lots of prayers coming your way Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MP_the4pack Posted February 7, 2008 Share Posted February 7, 2008 He's adorable!! Great pix. (he's even smaller than my Little Old Lady (she's 59). It sounds like you're doing everything you can. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest GiJenn51 Posted February 7, 2008 Share Posted February 7, 2008 Rizzo is 8 1/2??? He always seems like a four year old!!! I'll be putting him in my prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Machbragal Posted February 7, 2008 Share Posted February 7, 2008 I know how scary that is. Offering my prayers that it's nothing to be concerned about. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest tricolorhounds Posted February 7, 2008 Share Posted February 7, 2008 Savannah sends Rizzo lots of and as she is heading off for her Pre-Dental tomorrow Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MerlinsMum Posted February 7, 2008 Share Posted February 7, 2008 Rizzo is a cutie!! He doesn't look anywhere NEAR 8 and 1/2 years old! Sending good thoughts, keeping my fingers crossed that all goes well with your handsome boy. He has the most amazing smile :wub: :wub: 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...
GreyWrangler Posted February 7, 2008 Share Posted February 7, 2008 Rizzo is 8 1/2 years old. He looks and acts much younger The first Doctor listened and listened and thought she heard something. She explained to me about the heart in general, greyhound hearts being larger and that sometimes they just get a little floppy (my words not hers!), blah blah... I was starting to get woozy. She said if it's anything it is probably minor and/or could go away. To be sure she heard correctly, she called in the greyhound guru Doctor and he agreed. And Dr. W would be the one doing the procedures. He sees many greys in the practice and is well respected. That's something I can feel confident about thank goodness. Thanks everyone for your messages acts like such a brat at times, ey Maria. Was the guru dr. A.? As he is called in for that some times, especailly if he is hanging around. But Dr. W is good, too. How was the original vet? Lord knows I think I have met them all over the curse/course of six months and $7000. Oh to you, Rizzo, Kiwi and Mike. Quote Nancy and Grace - Andicot 2/1/07 Solo - Flying Han Solo 3/20/11 Missing: Murphy, Shine, Kim, Sprite, Red Dog, Lottie & Harry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest dmboynt Posted February 7, 2008 Share Posted February 7, 2008 Sending good thoughts hope all goes well, keep us posted Donna and Flash Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phall Posted February 8, 2008 Share Posted February 8, 2008 Maria, I'm thinking of you and Rizzo. Please do keep us posted on how things go. He is such a little character! I still picture him in his tent on the beach in Dewey.... Pat Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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