HopeForHounds Posted April 21, 2008 Share Posted April 21, 2008 (edited) He is limping on his back right leg. It is swollen on the ankle? bone and seems to have a bruise on the side, it's hot too. He was playing with Peanut yesterday and was fussy, but not limping at dinner. Later just a little bit of a limp, but no sign of a problem. I'm hoping that it's just a bump and nothing worse. I've iced and used arnica, plus put a tensor bandage on. I've been treating it like a sprain. We have an appointment at 3:00 with our own vet, and I am taking the very skinny Miz Foxy in too. I'm really worried about both of them. Update Jake has a very bad infection. We still don't know how, but he does have some abrasions on the leg. Our vet is mystified, but the leg is swollen, red, hot and scraped plus he has a fever. We have antibiotics, and I will do epson salt soaks on most of his leg since we don't know the actual injury site. If it isn't significantly improved and the fever down by Wednesday he has to go back. Miki will do an x-ray then, although she does not think it is broken. Bottom line is he is a very sick boy. Foxy is down another 2 1/2 lbs. She is only 53 lbs. We are giving her 3 meals a day and she is to have all the treats and people snacks we want. I know she will be really happy about that. Edited April 21, 2008 by foxysmom 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...
CaliforniaGreys Posted April 21, 2008 Share Posted April 21, 2008 For both of them...good luck at the vet and we'll hope to hear good news 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...
Burpdog Posted April 21, 2008 Share Posted April 21, 2008 sending prayers! Quote Diane & The Senior Gang Burpdog Biscuits Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iluvgreys Posted April 21, 2008 Share Posted April 21, 2008 (edited) Sending prayers for both of your puppers... Edited April 21, 2008 by iluvgreys 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...
Guest hamiesmom Posted April 21, 2008 Share Posted April 21, 2008 Sending hugs and prayers for Jake and Miz Foxy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nyGreys Posted April 21, 2008 Share Posted April 21, 2008 Sending prayers for both your babies. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest argolola Posted April 21, 2008 Share Posted April 21, 2008 I have both on my prayer list. God bless. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Winterwish Posted April 21, 2008 Share Posted April 21, 2008 Sending good thoughts out for Jake and Miss Foxy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShantisMom Posted April 21, 2008 Share Posted April 21, 2008 Sending our good thoughts for your pups as well! Quote The Girls Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest VaGreymom Posted April 21, 2008 Share Posted April 21, 2008 All paws crossed for a positive outcome for both of your puppers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Houndtime Posted April 21, 2008 Share Posted April 21, 2008 Good thoughts coming your way. 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...
Shaysmom Posted April 21, 2008 Share Posted April 21, 2008 Prayers for both sweet pups... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MerlinsMum Posted April 21, 2008 Share Posted April 21, 2008 Sending lots of hugs and good thoughts. Let's hope it's nothing. 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...
patricia Posted April 21, 2008 Share Posted April 21, 2008 Oh Janet...sending my prayers for Jake and Mz. Foxy. 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 hannahmom Posted April 21, 2008 Share Posted April 21, 2008 Sending prayers for Jake and for the beautiful Miz Foxy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Batmom Posted April 22, 2008 Share Posted April 22, 2008 That is very odd. Insect bite or a small puncture somewhere??? Sending hugs and hopes for quick healing. Little scritchies for Ms. Foxy, too. Does she like eggs? A scrambled egg or two usually slides down pretty easily here. 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...
HopeForHounds Posted April 22, 2008 Author Share Posted April 22, 2008 That is very odd. Insect bite or a small puncture somewhere??? Sending hugs and hopes for quick healing. Little scritchies for Ms. Foxy, too. Does she like eggs? A scrambled egg or two usually slides down pretty easily here. I was thinking an insect bite myself. I had just said that to DH, who says there isn't anything out yet. I look down and I'm bleeding, clean it up and yep a bug bite! Likely spider and I'm allergic to the darn things. Foxy loves eggs. Daddy is going to make two of whatever he has for lunch and she will have her own serving. I doubt she will ever eat normally again. 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...
Jackandgrey Posted April 22, 2008 Share Posted April 22, 2008 All good wishes for both your kids Quote Susan, Jessie and Jordy NORTHERN SKY GREYHOUND ADOPTION ASSOCIATION Jack, in my heart forever March 1999-Nov 21, 2008 My Dancing Queen Jilly with me always and forever Aug 12, 2003-Oct 15, 2010 Joshy I will love you always Aug 1, 2004-Feb 22,2013 Jonah my sweetheart May 2000 - Jan 2015 " You will never need to be alone again. I promise this. As your dog, I will sing this promise to you, and whisper it to you at night, every night, with my breath." Stanley Coren Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cully Posted April 22, 2008 Share Posted April 22, 2008 That is very odd. Insect bite or a small puncture somewhere??? Sending hugs and hopes for quick healing. Little scritchies for Ms. Foxy, too. Does she like eggs? A scrambled egg or two usually slides down pretty easily here. I was thinking an insect bite myself. I had just said that to DH, who says there isn't anything out yet. I look down and I'm bleeding, clean it up and yep a bug bite! Likely spider and I'm allergic to the darn things. Foxy loves eggs. Daddy is going to make two of whatever he has for lunch and she will have her own serving. I doubt she will ever eat normally again. Foxy you need to eat!!!! Jake what out for those bugs. Quote waiting at the bridge Connie Van Teddy & Jojo, Cobra Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaliforniaGreys Posted April 22, 2008 Share Posted April 22, 2008 Jake and Foxy will remain in our prayers 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...
MP_the4pack Posted April 22, 2008 Share Posted April 22, 2008 Have you tried eggnog for Foxy? It's high caloric, high protein. My girls love it and it was the last thing my Topaz would eat before she went to the Bridge. If you can't find it in a store, it's easy to make. Google the recipe. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xan Posted April 25, 2008 Share Posted April 25, 2008 Checking in on Jake and Foxy. Sending hungry thoughts to Miss Foxy (maybe try sprinkling her food with nutritional yeast, for the very fortifying and appetite stimulating B vitamins?), and kick-out-the-infection thoughts to Jake! Quote My Inspirations: Grey Pogo, borzoi Katie, Meep the cat, AND MY BELOVED DH!!!Missing Rowdy, Coco, Brilly, Happy and Wabi. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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